Best Resort Hotels in Chiang Mai
Due to its inland location, the ‘New City’ of Chiang Mai is often bypassed by sea-seeking tourists. Yet it’s here that some of the nation’s most revered temples, atmospheric landscapes and incredible wildlife reside. Chiang Mai’s tranquil ambience and vibrant spirit make it a sanctuary for those seeking to immerse themselves in a tapestry of timeless traditions. It has a fascinating history – it was once the capital of the Lanna kingdom – with relics and architecture dating back to the Middle Ages. And while some of the major sites are busy, the landscapes offer the opportunity to really escape the throng and find a slice of serenity. Chiang Mai’s rivers and lakes provide a backdrop for some stunning waterside resorts perfectly showcasing how ancient and contemporary worlds can seamlessly coexist, Read on and be inspired by a selection of our favourite luxury hotels in Chiang Mai.
Chiang Mai Province, Chiang Mai, Chang Khlan
Shangri-La Chiang Mai
(5 stars)This large hotel boasts the biggest pool in the city, along with 277 guest rooms (designed in a modern Northern Thai style) and four places to eat. The Shangri-La’s range of facilities makes it ideal for parents travelling with kids — there’s cartoon bedding for younger travellers, playpens, colouring sets, everything you need to feed/bathe a newborn, mini-bathrobes and slippers, a splash zone, kids’ club, and supervised creative activities run daily. Then while the kids are being entertained, you can indulge in a traditional Asian healing treatment at CHI, The Spa.
Chiang Mai Province, Chiang Mai, Wat Umong
The Aleenta Retreat Chiang Mai
(5 stars)The Aleenta Retreat Chiang Mai is a new property designed to offer an intimate and premium experience, featuring 44 rooms and suites, including 35 spacious hotel rooms, one-and-two-bedroom villas, and a distinct four-bed villa with a private swimming pool. Each accommodation unit blends traditional Thai design with modern, tech-savvy facilities, emphasising sustainable design through the use of recovered teak wood. The four-bedroom “Owner’s Villa” stands out for its construction from antique golden teak, combining traditional Thai living with contemporary comforts. Aleenta Retreat Chiang Mai commits to holistic wellness, having received medical licensing to offer wellness retreats with tailored programs aimed at achieving guests’ individual health goals. With an in-house medical team, the retreat focuses on diet, nutrition, mental well-being, physical fitness, and medical guidance, all set within a serene environment. The retreat’s gastronomic offering features a health-conscious F&B programme that includes a menu of creatively designed Thai dishes with a focus on nutritious, plant-based, low sugar/carb options utilising local ingredients. Nutritionists will be available for guests attending health retreats to provide customised diet plans tailored to their health objectives. Facilities at the hotel include an outdoor swimming pool with a lounge area and bar, an all-day-dining restaurant, a library bar for evening drinks, the Ayurah Wellness Centre with a full-service spa, and event spaces suitable for gatherings and workshops for up to 40 people, promoting an atmosphere of tranquillity and wellness.