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About Meliá Chiang Mai

If you're looking for a well-known hotel that does the essentials well and is just a short walk from the Night Bazaar and the Ping River, then this is my recommendation for first-time visitors. It's located on Charoen Prathet Road in Chang Khlan, one of Chiang Mai's most central locations, without having to get lost in the maze of one-way streets in the old city. The rooms and suites are modern and quiet, not ostentatious – ideal for a place primarily used for sleeping and relaxing.

The rooftop bar is an absolute highlight. Head up before sunset, grab a spot overlooking the city, and soak up the atmospheric light. There's also a spa, which I'd recommend treating yourself to in the evening after a day exploring temples and markets. This hotel isn't a sprawling resort with a lazy river and kids' clubs. If that's what you're looking for, you'd be better off looking in the Mae Rim area.

Other top-class hotels in Chiang Mai

My hotel selection in Chiang Mai in every price category, based on Google's hotel rating system. My top 10 hotels are displayed first, followed by the highest-rated ones. Each button takes you directly to the hotel's page on Booking.com, where you've already entered your travel dates.

  • #1 Luxury · 5-Star Shangri-La Chiang Mai 4.6 (4,289 reviews) Upscale hotel near Chiang Mai's Night Bazaar with spacious rooms, pool, spa, and Sichuan cuisine. Check prices
  • #3 Mid-range · 4 stars · U Chiang Mai Hotel 4.8 (2,000 reviews) · Chic boutique hotel on Rachadamnoen Road with fitness center, European bistro, and open-air bar. Check prices
  • #9 Budget · 3-Star Cross Chiang Mai Riverside 4.8 (994 reviews) A boutique riverside resort in Chiang Mai with stylish rooms, a spa, a pool, and fine dining. Check prices

    • Here in the area, on foot

    Highly rated accommodations within walking distance of the Meliá Chiang Mai, with the closest ones listed first. The few minutes pass at a leisurely pace in the heat.

  • 1 min MAY The Sky Bar · Nightlife & Bars · 20 m · 4.9★
  • 1 minute · Ram Bar · Chiang Mai · Nightlife & Bars · 50 m · 4.6★
  • 1 minNoir cmiNightlife & Bars · 60 m · 4.7★
  • 1 min. THE A TER – Steak & Music · Nightlife & Bars · 60 m · 4.7★
  • 1 minBar.San.Nightlife & Bars · 110 m · 4.8★
  • 2 minutes · Khao Soi Islam · Restaurants & Food · 160 m · 4.4★

    • Experience tips

    Combine your visit. After visiting the Meliá Chiang Mai, you can round off your day in Chiang Mai with contrasting stops nearby.

  • Samsen Villa Restaurants & Food
  • Zabb E Lee Thai Cooking School · Activities & Tours
  • Chiang Mai Night Bazaar · Markets & Shopping
  • The Phae Gate · Temple and Culture

    • 46, 48 Charoen Prathet Rd, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand

    Other hotels and resorts nearby

    Everything is within a 7-minute walk of the Meliá Chiang Mai.

    Baan Ing Ping

    Anantara Chiang Mai Resort

    Mad Monkey Chiang Mai

    Cleopatra Pool Villa – Chiang Mai

    Tips for visiting hotels and resorts

    Compare the rates of online travel agencies and direct providers.

    After finding a deal on Agoda or Booking.com, you should always check the hotel's own website as well. Many Thai hotels offer a best price guarantee or extras like free breakfast when booking directly.

    A pool villa doesn't have to be expensive.

    Villas with private pools in Krabi, Hua Hin, and Chiang Mai are available from around 2,500–4,000 THB per night – a fraction of the prices in Bali or the Maldives. Search specifically for "pool villa" to discover hidden gems.

    Location is more important than the stars

    A well-located 3-star hotel is often better than a remote 5-star resort. In Bangkok, proximity to a BTS or MRT station saves hours; on islands, proximity to the desired beach is crucial.

    Questions about the Meliá Chiang Mai

    The Meliá Chiang Mai has a rating of 4.7★ based on 2,054 Google reviews.

    The best time to visit Chiang Mai is from November to February, as the weather is most stable then. Peak season is December to January and Songkran (April). Those who travel early in the day generally encounter fewer visitors. Travel from mid-February to April should be carefully considered (smog and heat).

    The Meliá Chiang Mai is located at Charoen Prathet Rd 46, 48, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. In Chiang Mai, people usually get around using red songthaews (shared taxis) and Grab (available in the city center).

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