Chiang Mai

Travel Guide

White Temple Chiang Rai Thailand, Wat Rong Khun, aka The White Temple, in Chiang Rai, Thailand.
White Temple Chiang Rai Thailand, Wat Rong Khun, aka The White Temple, in Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Line of Golden Buddhas at Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep Chiang Mai Thailand.
Detail from Wat Phra That Doi Suthep in Chiang Mai. This Buddhist temple founded in 1383 is the most famous in Chiang Mai.
Aerial view at Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple on the Cloudscape in Chiangmai, Thailand.

Where to stay in Chiang Mai

Wat Phra Singh

Old City

4.5/5(174 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Old City is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Sunday Walking Street Market and Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Center.

Old City
Chiangmai, Thailand

Nimman

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

Unique features of Nimman include the cafes and shopping. Make a stop by Nimmanhaemin Road or One Nimman while you're exploring the area.

Nimman
Behind traveler asian woman travel and shopping at wicker souvenir shop at local street Chiang Mai, Thailand

Chang Moi

4.5/5(50 area reviews)

Unique features of Chang Moi include the historic sites and shopping. Make a stop by Mae Ping River or Warorot Market while you're exploring the area.

Chang Moi
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar featuring signage, street scenes and night scenes

Chang Khlan

4.5/5(55 area reviews)

Chang Khlan is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Mae Kha Canal Village and Riverside.

Chang Khlan
Maha Chedi (Ancient pagoda) at  Wat Chet Yot

Chang Phueak

4.5/5(39 area reviews)

Unique features of Chang Phueak include the shopping and cafes. Make a stop by Wat Chet Yot or MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center while you're exploring the area.

Chang Phueak
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Wat Ket

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

Wat Ket is popular for its stunning river views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Mae Ping River or Riverside.

Wat Ket
Melia Chiang Mai

Melia Chiang Mai

5 out of 5
46-48 Charoenprathet Road, Changklan Chiang Mai Chiang Mai Province
The price is CA $185 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
CA $185
CA $220 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Chiang Mai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (533 reviews)
Spacious room. Well kept property. The staff could not have been nicer. Excellent (if slightly pricy) breakfast buffet. Great location. We would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

Melia Chiang Mai
Darley Hotel Chiangmai

Darley Hotel Chiangmai

3 out of 5
94-96 Ratchawong Rd. Chiang Mai Chiang Mai
The price is CA $51 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
CA $51
CA $62 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chiang Mai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Chiang Mai Night Bazaar and Tha Phae Gate are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (107 reviews)
Housekeeping was very good. The room was spacious and comfortable. The staff was friendly

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Darley Hotel Chiangmai
Centara Riverside Hotel Chiang Mai

Centara Riverside Hotel Chiang Mai

4 out of 5
Chiang Mai-Lamphun, Tumbol Wat Kate, Chiang Mai Chiang Mai Province
The price is CA $70 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
CA $70
CA $86 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Chiang Mai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (909 reviews)
Excellent all around.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Centara Riverside Hotel Chiang Mai
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
VC@Suanpaak Hotel & Serviced Apartments

VC@Suanpaak Hotel & Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
61 Moo.3, Airport Road, T.Suthep Chiang Mai Chiang mai
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Chiang Mai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (262 reviews)
First time staying here but it was a very nice local hotel. Near the airport but in a quiet place. Good base to travel around the Chiang Mai area.

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

VC@Suanpaak Hotel & Serviced Apartments
Budget Stars Hotel

Budget Stars Hotel

3 out of 5
3 Loikroh Road Lane 2 Chiang Mai Chiangmai
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Chiang Mai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Chiang Mai Night ...
8/10 Very Good! (27 reviews)
Clean rooms Friendly staff Cheap stay

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

Budget Stars Hotel
Parc Borough City Resort

Parc Borough City Resort

5 out of 5
223 Mahidol Rd. Chiang Mai Chiang Mai
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Chiang Mai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Chiang Mai Night Bazaar and Central ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (128 reviews)
All great!

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

Parc Borough City Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Things to do

Reviews of Chiang Mai

4.6
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 63%
4 - Good
99
4 - Good 35%
3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Chiang Mai is a quieter city as compared to Bangkok or one of the beach towns. It has a more laid back feel to it and has many eco travel tours available to do involving Elephants and surrounding jungle. I would say it is a family friendly town

5/5 - Excellent

FemidaV

Spent a day with the Elephants. This is a ‘must do’ when visiting Chiang Mai.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

What a beautiful to go visit. Many activities to do. Lots of places to go and see.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Very busy place, enjoyable to experience, i found it very expensive for Thailand

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Outskirts of the city such as Mae Nam are also worth checking out.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

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