Chiang Mai Bed and Breakfasts

You’re probably familiar with Chiang Mai’s budget guest houses and luxury hotels. For a different experience you can stay in bed and breakfasts (B&B) that have their own character and charms.
What are your travel accommodation options in Chiang Mai, Thailand? Other than the standard budget guest houses or luxury hotels, you can also choose bed and breakfasts (B&B). Each of these bed and breakfasts have their own character, and some are very nicely furnished with good amenities. Though more expensive than normal guest houses, these places are very popular especially among travelers with families. The local and personal flavor also contributes to a unique experience.

The following B & Bs are very popular and have garnered many positive reviews from fellow travelers.

Baan Orapin Boutique Bed and Breakfast

The beautiful Baan Orapin is situated beside the Ping River and just a short walk away from Chiang Mai’s popular spots like Warorot Market, Riverside Restaurant and art galleries. This B&B features buildings with old colonial Lanna-style architecture. The main mansion has been the family residence of the owners for nearly a century. The rooms are spotless, charming and very spacious. You can expect excellent, personal and friendly service here.

3 Sis Bed and Breakfast

The 3 Sis Bed and Breakfast is conveniently located right at the heart of Chiang Mai’s old city and is hugely popular with tourists. It is within walking distance to many of Chiang Mai’s tourist attractions. This family-run B&B has comfortable, clean and pretty rooms that come with TVs, air-conditioning, fridge and nice bathrooms. You get free Wi-Fi too and free computer use at the lobby, which is a very pretty place to relax in.

Dreamcatchers B&B

Dreamcatchers is located outside of Chiang Mai city in a quiet countryside area. It is about 20 min away from the city and 15 min away from the airport. A boutique bed and breakfast with very comfortable, nicely decorated rooms. Its facilities include a swimming pool and a beautiful garden. It has a beautiful modern Lanna style architecture. The owner is a French Canadian lady named Annabel Laroque who is a very gracious and kind hostess. The food is delicious here.

Jaiya Mongkol Bed and Breakfast

Located outside of Chiang Mai city in a countryside village just south of the Night Safari. This beautiful handcrafted teak house was designed by the Thai architect famous for Lanna-style architecture like the Four Seasons Hotel. This is the family home of a Thai couple who loves to meet people and will make sure you feel right at home here.

It is important to get a good rest so you’re refreshed after all your travel activities. The above are just some of the great accommodation choices in Chiang Mai to ensure you have a comfortable stay.

Jaxon Toh provides more information on Chiang Mai bed and breakfasts, travel and other accommodation in his website: http://GuideChiangmai.Com. Get a free Thai holidays calendar too!

By Jaxon Toh
Published: 6/17/2008
 
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