Karinthip Village Hotel

This was my second time visiting Chiang Mai, so I know what to expect. For the price charged, this hotel is not worth it when better and cheaper options are available nearby. While the hotel was charming, quiet, and clean, several basic issues made the stay frustrating and unpleasant. One of the beds was broken, there was no hot water, the WiFi barely worked (about 10–15 percent of the time), my AC remote stopped working, and most notably the main lady at the front desk made little effort to communicate with us and resolve these issues. We had to rely on slow, costly mobile data or leave the hotel just to get online, despite the hotel advertising free WiFi. The AC issue was fixed, and the maintenance technician was kind. However, raising other concerns was largely a waste of time. A hotel catering to international guests at this price point should make a reasonable effort to communicate with their guests. They did not and it became clear it was a waste of time trying to address issues. At $50 per night in Chiang Mai, this is unacceptable. We left and stayed at another hotel that was a 5 minute walk from this location for $27 per night. They had reliable WiFi, warm water, an attentive staff, an elevator, room service, a lovely rooftop, and other additional amenities. I would recommend looking elsewhere.

Really enjoyed our second stay in Chiang Mai. Karinthip is very old and the shower doesn't get hot enough. (A common problem everywhere) A good position, not that far from Tha Phae Gate, walking street markets and nightly Bizaar Markets. Hard beds and pillows but it is cheap and you get what you pay for. The pool and surrounds were nice and the staff friendly.

Room is spacious enough for family of 4. Location is good as it is walking distance to Night Bazaar and Old Town but it is away from main road. However, property need to have proper maintenance as was given a room with pop up mosaic in the bathroom entrance and a broken base kettle. Worst is even wifi is disconnected due to unpaid bills.

Quiet, Relaxing Stay Near the MoatA lovely, peaceful place to stay! It’s right near the moat, making it easy to walk into the Old Town and explore temples, markets, and cafés. The area is calm and relaxing, yet close to everything you might need. There’s a great selection of food nearby — from local Thai spots to international restaurants. Perfect for anyone who wants a quiet stay with convenient access to Chiang Mai’s main attractions.

One of the worst hotel experiences I’ve ever had. Nothing looks like the photos — the place is old, dirty, and completely run-down. What shocked me the most was the clear feeling of unfair treatment. There were plenty of empty rooms, yet we were given one of the worst ones, as if we didn’t deserve better. It felt like discrimination, plain and simple. The furniture was old, the bathroom broken, the shower had almost no pressure, and the cleaning was done in less than five minutes and very poorly. The pool looked dirty, and the staff was cold and unfriendly. Overall, the whole experience was unpleasant, unfair, and disappointing. I definitely do not recommend this hotel.

Great location, pool area amazing but not enough loungers for everyone. Kind service and easy communication. Unfortunately the showers were cold but as we only stayed one night we didn’t bother to complain but let them know as we checked out.

Well located. Quiet area with lots of amenities around. But would need some refreshing. Rooms are a bit dated, wifi did not work well, and bathroom in need of refurbishment. No safe in our room. Service ok, nothing special.

Our stay at Karinthip Village was truly wonderful. The staff were friendly and very accommodating. We arrived at the Chiang Mai bus terminal around 5 AM and couldn’t find a ride to the hotel. Thankfully, the hotel was very responsive—when I called, the receptionist kindly helped us book a Grab.We were also lucky to be allowed an early check-in for just 300 baht, even though the standard check-in time was 2 PM. While the hotel is a bit old, the atmosphere was pleasant and cozy, especially with many families staying there—it felt very homey.The location is another big plus—right in the Old City, it’s within walking distance of many famous landmarks. I’d definitely stay here again!