Chiang Mai, Thailand, November 13, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel, a five-star Asset World Corporation (AWC) Marriott Hotels property, is proud to announce the opening of the Plaii Ballroom and the Plaii Hybrid Meetings & Entertainment Complex. This groundbreaking development positions the hotel as Northern Thailand's most modern integrated MICE and lifestyle destination. The opening reinforces Chiang Mai's position as an emerging regional hub for business events and experiential travel, underscoring Thailand's growing influence in the Asian MICE landscape.

The name "Plaii" is inspired by the elegance and cultural significance of the Thai royal elephant, a symbol of dignity, strength, and regal presence, deeply rooted in northern Thailand's heritage. The Plaii Complex is a three-story, integrated event and lifestyle center, with the Plaii Ballroom at its heart, featuring eleven fully equipped meeting rooms, exclusive breakout suites, and a light-filled mingle space for networking. The complex also includes the Wang Bar, Chiang Mai's first private golf simulator rooms, private karaoke lounges, and the Plaii Eatery Café & Bar. This creates a harmonious environment where business, entertainment, and social interaction converge.

The Plaii Ballroom is an architectural and technological masterpiece. As Thailand's first immersive 360-degree LED ballroom, it features an 84-meter-long wraparound LED screen, a screen height of 6.24 meters, and 400 square meters of column-free space – ideal for international product launches, global conferences, creative presentations, luxurious celebrations, and weddings.

With the opening of the Plaii complex, the Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel now offers a total of 22 meeting rooms and over 2,800 square meters of flexible event space. This positions the hotel as a regional hub for large-scale events and hybrid conferences. The opening of the Plaii complex has generated significant interest in the domestic and regional markets, particularly in South Korea, Taiwan, and Greater China, and underscores Chiang Mai's growing appeal as a global event destination.

“Plaii marks a turning point for Chiang Mai and Marriott’s presence in Northern Thailand,” said Rajat Chatterjee, General Manager of the Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel. “Our vision is to establish Chiang Mai as a globally recognized MICE and lifestyle destination where cutting-edge event technology, entrepreneurial creativity, and cultural heritage converge. The Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel’s recent recognition as MICE Hotel of the Year 2025 at the TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards Thailand underscores our commitment to excellence. With Plaii, we can deliver immersive, meaningful, and impactful experiences that meet the evolving expectations of event organizers and international travelers.”

Thailand's MICE industry is growing steadily, supported by the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) and the increasing demand for high-quality business and leisure travel. Chiang Mai, one of Thailand's top five MICE cities, continues to benefit from the growing interest of international companies and government delegations, aided by excellent infrastructure, a diverse cultural scene, and world-class hospitality.

The Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel offers a comprehensive travel experience, seamlessly blending business, leisure, and local culture. The hotel features 383 modern rooms and suites, ranging from Deluxe Rooms to the Royal Suite. Each room is quiet and comfortable, offering panoramic views of Doi Suthep and the Chiang Mai skyline. Guests will find an elegant retreat in the heart of the city.

The hotel's restaurants reflect Chiang Mai's diverse cultural influences and a focus on high-quality ingredients. Favola, a MICHELIN Guide-awarded Italian restaurant, showcases regional Italian flavors prepared with hand-selected imported produce and fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Han The Chinese Cuisine celebrates the shared culinary heritage of Thai and Chinese families with traditional recipes and refined cooking techniques, while The Ping Cuisine & Bar offers all-day dining based on the seasonal bounty of Chiang Mai's agriculture. Ping's Bar provides a relaxed lounge for cocktails and lively conversation, and the Pool House invites guests to unwind by the infinity pool with refreshing drinks and light, plant-based dishes.

Guests of Club rooms and higher categories are welcomed in the M Club, an exclusive private lounge with personalized service, culinary delights available throughout the day, and dedicated areas for undisturbed work or relaxed meetings – all with breathtaking panoramic views of the mountains and the city. For wellness and relaxation, the hotel offers a state-of-the-art, 24-hour fitness center with floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, a nature-inspired Chang Kids' Room for young travelers, and a tropical infinity pool on the fourth floor with separate areas for relaxation and families.