Best Hotels in Chiang Mai with Prices: 3, 4 & 5 Star (2026)

By TourKro Travel Desk · Thailand DMC & local tour operator · Updated 13 Nov 2026

Updated on 13 Nov 2026

Best Hotels In Chiang at a glance: Choosing a hotel in Chiang Mai is mostly about the area: it decides how far you are from the beach, the tours’ pickup point and the places you want to eat. This guide shows the 4 hotels TourKro books in Chiang Mai with today’s lowest room price per night, which area suits whom, and how far each area is from the airport.

Best Hotels In Chiang: where to stay in Chiang Mai: areas compared

Staying in Old City

Inside the moat: Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh and the Sunday walking street are on your doorstep. Good for temples, first-timers.

Staying in Nimmanhaemin

Trendy cafés, MAYA mall and One Nimman, with easy Grab rides to the Old City. Good for cafés, young couples.

Staying in Night Bazaar & riverside

The night market every evening and riverside hotels, with Indian restaurants nearby. Good for shopping, families.

4-star hotels in Chiang Mai

What to expect: Lanna-style hotels with pools near the Night Bazaar or Nimman. Rooms below start from ₹7,200 a night.

5-star hotels in Chiang Mai

What to expect: Riverside and countryside resorts with spa and rice-field views. Rooms below start from ₹10,800 a night.

How much a hotel in Chiang Mai costs

Across the 4 hotels on TourKro, the cheapest room is ₹7,200 a night, the middle price is about ₹11,340 and the top rooms cost ₹24,750 or more. Prices are for the room (usually 2 adults) and change with dates: November to April is the busy dry season, when rooms cost more.

Hotel with transfers and tours

Booking the hotel inside a package with airport transfers and a tour each day often costs less than booking each part on its own. 3 nights in Chiang Mai, per person for 2 sharing:

From the airport to your hotel

The airport for Chiang Mai is Chiang Mai International (CNX), close to town. Usual road distance and time to the main areas (more at rush hour):

Before you book a hotel in Chiang Mai

Do not try Doi Inthanon and the elephant sanctuary on the same day: both are full-day trips. Avoid March and early April if you want clear mountain views.

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Questions people ask

Which area is best to stay in Chiang Mai?

For a first visit, Old City (temples, first-timers). Families like Night Bazaar & riverside. Couples prefer Nimmanhaemin.

Chiang Mai mein hotel kitne ka milta hai?

TourKro par Chiang Mai ke hotel ₹7,200 per night se shuru hote hain; beech ka price lagbhag ₹11,340 hai.

How far is the airport from hotels in Chiang Mai?

Old City is about 4 km (15 min) from Chiang Mai International (CNX), close to town.

Do Chiang Mai hotels serve Indian breakfast?

Many 4 and 5-star hotels add Indian dishes at breakfast, and TourKro notes vegetarian or Jain needs with your booking. Try khao soi and khantoke dinner; Indian and vegetarian restaurants are around the Night Bazaar and the Old City.

चियांग माई में कौन सा होटल अच्छा है?

पहली बार जा रहे हैं तो Old City इलाका सबसे आसान है। TourKro पर होटल ₹7,200 प्रति रात से शुरू हैं।

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Prices on this page are TourKro’s live website prices for travel about a month from now, checked on 11 November 2026. They change with dates and hotel availability: the price you see when you book is the one that counts.

Before you plan Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai: money plan for 4 nights

What the Chiang Mai numbers include: your hotel, sightseeing, meals and getting around. Add about ₹22,500 per person for a return flight from India to Chiang Mai (cheaper when booked 6–8 weeks ahead). In the comfort class a Chiang Mai day splits roughly into hotel ₹2,900, sightseeing ₹2,000, food ₹1,000 and local travel ₹700 per person.

Saving money on a Chiang Mai trip

• Mornings in the mountains are cold from December to February; pack a light jacket.
• Compare areas before you book: Old City for temples, Nimmanhaemin for cafes and shopping, near the Night Bazaar for markets.
• Travel in April, May and June when hotels in Chiang Mai are cheaper than in November.
• Shared (SIC) tours cost far less than private ones and work well for couples and solo travellers.
• Red songthaews, tuk-tuks and Grab in town; private cars for mountain day trips.

Chiang Mai weather and prices by month

November to February is cool and dry, with festivals such as Yi Peng. March and April can be hazy from farm burning.

Top things to do in Chiang Mai

• Dantewada Land Of Angels Waterfall Park: a favourite of couples.
• Chiang Mai Cabaret Show: worth a half day.
• Miracle Show Normal Seat: easy to combine with a nearby stop.
• Half Day Authentic Thai Cooking Class: book tickets a day ahead.
• : best early in the morning.
• Half Day Wat Umong & Doi Suthep at Night: popular with families.
• Half Day Chiang Mai City Tour: go on a weekday if you can.
• Muay Thai Boxing Ticket: good for photos.

Experiences guests remember most: an island-hopping speedboat day, a Thai cooking class, an ethical elephant sanctuary and a traditional Thai massage are the experiences travellers remember.

Your 4 nights in Chiang Mai, planned

Day 1: Arrive in Chiang Mai

Arrive, meet your driver and check in. Keep the first evening light: a walk around Old City for temples, dinner and an early night.

Day 2: Dantewada Land Of Angels Waterfall Park + Half Day Chiang Mai City Tour + Half Day Wat Umong & Doi Suthep at Night

Pickup from your hotel after breakfast; the stops follow each other by distance, so less time goes in traffic. Shopping time: Bangkok's Pratunam and Platinum malls, MBK and the Chatuchak weekend market are the favourites for clothes and gifts; Pattaya and Phuket have night markets in every area.

Day 3: Miracle Show Normal Seat + Mae Ping River Cruise + Muay Thai Boxing Ticket

An early start beats the crowds and the midday heat; lunch is on the way. For the evening: Evenings mean cabaret shows (Alcazar, Tiffany's, Simon), night markets, rooftop bars in Bangkok and dinner cruises on the Chao Phraya.

Day 4: + Khantoke Traditional Northern Dinner + Chiang Mai Cabaret Show

A relaxed pace today, with time for photos and a long lunch. Dinner: Try khao soi and khantoke dinner; Indian and vegetarian restaurants are around the Night Bazaar and the Old City.

Day 5: Departure

Breakfast, check out and transfer for your flight or onward journey.

Other lengths: 2 nights: about ₹10,500 to ₹19,500 per person; 6 nights: about ₹24,500 to ₹45,500 per person (land cost, flights extra).

Popular Chiang Mai tours with today's prices

Of the 4 options on this page for Chiang Mai, the lowest price today is ₹7,650 (Zipline Ultimate Program) and the highest is ₹24,750 (Mae Taeng – A3+R10 3 Hrs. ATV Driver + 10 Km. Whitewater Rafting.). The longest one takes about 6 hours; the shortest about 1 hours.

Zipline Ultimate Program. On the route: Multiple zipline platforms, suspended walkways, scenic lunch. It takes about 6 hrs. Pickup: 08:30. Included: SIC Van, safety gear, zip line course, Thai lunch, insurance. Not included: Personal expenses.

Mae Taeng – A3+R10 3 Hrs. ATV Driver + 10 Km. Whitewater Rafting.. On the route: Mae Taeng, R10 3 Hrs. ATV Driver, 10 Km. Whitewater Rafting. It takes about 3 hours. Included: Shared hotel transfer (with the SIC option), Admission or activity ticket, Private vehicle with driver (with the private option). Not included: Personal expenses and tips.

Zipline Jungle Coaster – Package Gold (2.30Hrs). You will see: Ziplines between treetop platforms, Sky bridges, Abseil drop, Safety briefing and full gear. It takes about about 2-3 hours (with the briefing). Included: Shared hotel transfer (with the SIC option), Admission or activity ticket, Private vehicle with driver (with the private option). Not included: Personal expenses and tips.

Mae Taeng – R10 10 Km. Whitewater Rafting. Class 3 and 4.. You will see: River rafting with a guide, Jungle scenery, Combo activities (as per the package), Lunch (as per the package). It takes about half day to full day (rafting itself about 1 hour). Included: Shared hotel transfer (with the SIC option), Admission or activity ticket, Private vehicle with driver (with the private option). Not included: Personal expenses and tips.

Chiang Mai hotels: which area?

Old City for temples, Nimmanhaemin for cafes and shopping, near the Night Bazaar for markets. Families usually prefer hotels with a pool and a buffet breakfast; couples often split the stay between two areas.

Know before you go to Chiang Mai

Mornings in the mountains are cold from December to February; pack a light jacket.

Local transport in Chiang Mai

Red songthaews, tuk-tuks and Grab in town; private cars for mountain day trips. A private car with driver is best for families and for days with many stops.

Pack these for Chiang Mai

• Comfortable walking shoes with grip
• Sunscreen and lip balm: mountain sun is strong
• Warm layers and a windproof jacket (evenings are cold even in summer)
• Thermals, gloves and a woollen cap from November to February

Many guests add Krabi, Koh Samui, Phuket.

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Full destination guide: Chiang Mai travel guide.

TourKro: Want this Chiang Mai plan with your own dates? Message us and our team will send a full quote. Thailand: +66 65 652 5850

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