Sala Lanna Chiang Mai Hotel

"For an intimate stay amid Chiang Mai’s mega-resorts, look no further than Sala Lanna. The boutique hotel’s 16 rooms are spare but clean, with free Wi-Fi and low-key comforts like plush bathrobes and iPod docking stations. On-site laundry facilities make it an easy choice for families and guests who want to spend their time exploring Chiang Mai’s hidden corners by bicycle—a tour that can be arranged by the hotel concierge. Of course, no one would fault you if your big plans included nothing more than taking in the Mae Ping River views from the rooftop swimming pool and bar."

Sala Lanna Chiang Mai (Chiang Mai, Thailand) Verified Reviews | Tablet Hotels

"Chiang Mai is where you go to immerse yourself in the history and culture of northern Thailand, but not every hotel is a trip back in time: Sala Lanna tempers its historical influences with substantial contemporary luxury-boutique comforts and a fair bit of modern design as well — there’s no mistaking the setting as classic riverside Chiang Mai, even without indulging in colonial-style kitsch. Many rooms look out at the river from their balconies, though the best view in the house might be the one from the poolside rooftop bar, an evening complement to Wanlamun Rim Nam, the hotel’s all-day modern-Thai restaurant." - Tablet Hotels