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3-star hotels in Chiang Mai
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Chiang Mai, drawn from 15 properties with guest ratings from 4.6 to 4.8 out of 5. It is for couples, families and business travellers who want a mid-range base inside or just outside the old city.
Staying in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is a city of temples and markets, with Lanna heritage visible in more than 300 temples, including Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang in the old city. The old city, inside its moat, is compact and walkable, close to markets and cafes. Beyond it, the Ping River runs along the east side with riverside restaurants and the night bazaar, while Nimmanhaemin, west of the old city near Chiang Mai University, is known for cafes, boutiques and nightlife.
Most of these hotels sit in or near the old city. Thapae Loft, Sanae' Oldtown Hotel, Malee Hotel and Estia Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel are all within 0.6 km of the centre, while Pastell Oldtown Chiang Mai, iWualai Hotel, Crew Hotel and BED Nimman Hotel Adults Only are 1.0 to 1.9 km out, the last in the Nimmanhaemin area. Asa Hotel and Hotel Mayu Chiang Mai sit further away. The mix suits couples on a short break, families needing family rooms or pools, and business travellers who want a central address.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Thapae Loft
142. Ratchapakinai Rd. Tumbol Phasing, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThapae Loft sits 0.6 km from the centre of Chiang Mai, so the old city is within easy reach on foot. Guests rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 564 reviews. Non smoking rooms and a terrace round it off for travellers who want a calm base close to the action.
See Thapae LoftAsa Hotel
36 Soi 2 Kor Kai Rajchiangsaen Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereAsa Hotel combines a outdoor pool with a lounge and bar, so the day can end without leaving the building. Set 1.7 km from the centre, it suits guests who prefer a quieter street over a central one. Free wifi and air conditioning in the rooms cover the essentials, and family rooms make it workable for those travelling with children. Bike rental is on hand for getting around, and 455 reviews average 4.8 out of 5.
See Asa HotelBED Nimman Hotel Adults Only
20 Soi Jumpee Sirimankalajarn Rd., Chiang Mai, Thailand
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereAdults only, BED Nimman Hotel keeps things quiet with an outdoor pool and a garden, both useful after a day out in Chiang Mai. It stands 1.9 km from the centre, and free car parking helps if you arrive with a vehicle. Breakfast is served as a buffet, a detail that matters for guests who want to start early without hunting for a cafe. Multilingual staff and a lounge add to the ease of the stay; 800 reviews average 4.7 out of 5.
See BED Nimman Hotel Adults OnlyiWualai Hotel
84 Wualai Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereOn Wualai Road, iWualai Hotel is 1.3 km from the centre and gives families room to spread out with family rooms and balconies. The outdoor salt water pool is the standout facility, and free car parking removes the usual parking worry. Breakfast can be taken in the room, which suits guests on slow mornings. Express check in speeds up arrival, and 494 reviews put the guest rating at 4.7 out of 5.
See iWualai HotelPastell Oldtown Chiang Mai
8 1 Samlan Soi 7 Samlan Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay herePastell Oldtown Chiang Mai sits 1.0 km from the centre and pairs an outdoor salt water pool with a garden, a comfortable combination for a 3-star hotel. Free car parking and a garage cover guests arriving by car, and family rooms make it practical for those with children. Express check in, a terrace and a patio add to the sense of space. Across 332 reviews, guests give it 4.7 out of 5.
See Pastell Oldtown Chiang MaiCrew Hotel
50 3 Soi 1 Rakaeng Road Haiya, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereCrew Hotel has an indoor pool and a salt water pool, unusual for a 3-star property, and both are sheltered from the Chiang Mai heat or rain. It stands 1.4 km from the centre. Family rooms and a 24 hour front desk suit travellers keeping irregular hours, while breakfast and dry cleaning service cover the practical side. The 263 reviews average 4.7 out of 5.
See Crew HotelSanae' Oldtown Hotel
51 Sri Poom Road T.Sri Phum, Chiang Mai, Thailand
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSanae' Oldtown Hotel is 0.6 km from the centre, close enough to walk to the old town sights, and keeps things simple with a garden and a bar on site. Guests who value a quick arrival will appreciate express check in and the 24 hour front desk. Non smoking rooms and free wifi are standard here, and a balcony extends the living space. It has 240 reviews with a 4.7 out of 5 rating.
See Sanae' Oldtown HotelWelladee Wellness Chiang Mai
11 Moo 5 Thasala, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Car parking
Why stay hereWelladee Wellness Chiang Mai puts wellness first, with a spa, steam room and outdoor pool on site. It lies 4.8 km from the centre, so this is a choice for guests who want distance from the busy streets rather than a central base. A kids pool makes it viable for families, and a shuttle service and free car parking handle the journey in. A cafe and lounge complete the stay; 227 reviews average 4.7 out of 5.
See Welladee Wellness Chiang MaiB2 Green Boutique & Budget Hotel
24 Soi Mengrairatsami Serm Suk Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereB2 Green Boutique & Budget Hotel has 2637 reviews, far more than any other hotel on this list, and they average 4.6 out of 5. It sits 1.5 km from the centre and covers the basics well: free wifi, free car parking, air conditioning is not listed but non smoking rooms, a 24 hour front desk and 24H. security are. A bar on site and lifts make it a straightforward pick for travellers who want a well-reviewed, no-fuss base.
See B2 Green Boutique & Budget HotelMalee Hotel
167 Ratchapakhinai Road T.Sriphum, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereMalee Hotel is 0.5 km from the centre, the closest address here alongside one other, which puts the old town within a short walk. A shuttle service and car rental are both available, and free car parking suits drivers. Concierge and luggage storage help with early arrivals or late departures, and the bar and snack corner cover light refreshments. From 212 reviews it holds 4.7 out of 5.
See Malee HotelB2 Airport Boutique & Budget Hotel
77 3 Sripingmuang Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereB2 Airport Boutique & Budget Hotel lies 2.5 km from the centre, which makes it a sensible pick for travellers with an early flight or a late arrival. Free car parking and free wifi are provided, and the 24 hour front desk means check-in at any hour. Non smoking rooms and a safe are included, and housekeeping keeps things tidy. It carries 1367 reviews with a 4.6 out of 5 rating.
See B2 Airport Boutique & Budget HotelB2 Lanna Boutique & Budget Hotel
9 Sukkasem Road Soi 2, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereB2 Lanna Boutique & Budget Hotel offers free car parking and free wifi, with a 24 hour front desk and 24H. security for round-the-clock cover. It is 2.9 km from the centre, the farthest of the B2 properties on this list, so it suits guests with their own transport or those who prefer to be away from the busiest streets. Non smoking rooms, a safe and TV come as standard, and 1138 reviews average 4.6 out of 5.
See B2 Lanna Boutique & Budget HotelHotel Mayu Chiang Mai
6 5 M. 2 Chang Phuek Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereHotel Mayu Chiang Mai stands out for facilities usually found above its class: an outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a restaurant on site. It is 2.3 km from the centre, with free car parking for drivers and car rental if you would rather not drive yourself. Family rooms and breakfast make it work for those with children, and special diets can be accommodated. The 898 reviews give it 4.6 out of 5.
See Hotel Mayu Chiang MaiEstia Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel
5 7 Ratchadamnoen Rd. Soi 6, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereEstia Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel is 0.2 km from the centre, the closest hotel on this list, which puts the old town on the doorstep. An outdoor pool, jacuzzi and garden give it more leisure space than its 3-star class suggests, and a restaurant and bar are on site. Family rooms and a picnic area suit groups, and a shuttle service plus free car parking ease the logistics. It has 743 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5.
See Estia Chiang Mai Boutique HotelBED Changkian Hotel Adults Only
10 2 Moo 1 Baan Chang Kian, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereBED Changkian Hotel Adults Only keeps the guest list grown-up and provides breakfast, free wifi and free car parking. It is 3.1 km from the centre, so guests here trade a central location for a quieter setting. Express check in and a concierge make arrival and planning simple, and a bar on site means an evening drink is close at hand. From 476 reviews it earns 4.6 out of 5.
See BED Changkian Hotel Adults Only
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thapae Loft | ★★★ | 4.8 | 564 | – | Yes | Yes | 0.6 km |
| Asa Hotel | ★★★ | 4.8 | 455 | – | – | Yes | 1.7 km |
| BED Nimman Hotel Adults Only | ★★★ | 4.7 | 800 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.9 km |
| iWualai Hotel | ★★★ | 4.7 | 494 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.3 km |
| Pastell Oldtown Chiang Mai | ★★★ | 4.7 | 332 | Yes | – | Yes | 1.0 km |
| Crew Hotel | ★★★ | 4.7 | 263 | – | Yes | Yes | 1.4 km |
| Sanae' Oldtown Hotel | ★★★ | 4.7 | 240 | – | – | – | 0.6 km |
| Welladee Wellness Chiang Mai | ★★★ | 4.7 | 227 | Yes | – | Yes | 4.8 km |
| B2 Green Boutique & Budget Hotel | ★★★ | 4.6 | 2,637 | Yes | – | – | 1.5 km |
| Malee Hotel | ★★★ | 4.7 | 212 | Yes | – | – | 0.5 km |
| B2 Airport Boutique & Budget Hotel | ★★★ | 4.6 | 1,367 | Yes | – | – | 2.5 km |
| B2 Lanna Boutique & Budget Hotel | ★★★ | 4.6 | 1,138 | Yes | – | – | 2.9 km |
| Hotel Mayu Chiang Mai | ★★★ | 4.6 | 898 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.3 km |
| Estia Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel | ★★★ | 4.6 | 743 | Yes | – | Yes | 0.2 km |
| BED Changkian Hotel Adults Only | ★★★ | 4.6 | 476 | Yes | Yes | – | 3.1 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These hotels list family rooms: Thapae Loft, Asa Hotel, iWualai Hotel, Pastell Oldtown Chiang Mai, Crew Hotel, Hotel Mayu Chiang Mai and Estia Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel. Several add a pool, among them Thapae Loft, Asa Hotel, iWualai Hotel, Pastell Oldtown Chiang Mai and Estia Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel, and Hotel Mayu Chiang Mai also has a fitness centre.
Thapae Loft · Asa Hotel · iWualai Hotel · Pastell Oldtown Chiang Mai · Crew Hotel · Hotel Mayu Chiang Mai
Adults only
BED Nimman Hotel Adults Only and BED Changkian Hotel Adults Only are the two properties on this list open to adults only. BED Nimman Hotel Adults Only, 1.9 km from the centre, has an outdoor pool, garden and breakfast, and it draws the largest review count here at 800. BED Changkian Hotel Adults Only, 3.1 km out, offers breakfast and free car parking.
BED Nimman Hotel Adults Only · BED Changkian Hotel Adults Only
Most central
Estia Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel is 0.2 km from the centre, Malee Hotel 0.5 km, and Thapae Loft and Sanae' Oldtown Hotel both 0.6 km. Estia has a pool and jacuzzi; Malee Hotel runs a shuttle service.
Estia Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel · Malee Hotel · Thapae Loft · Sanae' Oldtown Hotel
Top rated
Thapae Loft and Asa Hotel share the highest guest rating on this list, 4.8 out of 5, from 564 and 455 reviews respectively. Thapae Loft is 0.6 km from the centre and has a salt water pool, garden and terrace. Asa Hotel, 1.7 km out, has an outdoor pool, terrace, lounge and bike rental service.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre?
Estia Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel is 0.2 km from the centre. Malee Hotel is 0.5 km away, and Thapae Loft and Sanae' Oldtown Hotel are both 0.6 km away.
Do any of these hotels have a pool?
Yes. Thapae Loft has an outdoor salt water pool, as do iWualai Hotel and Pastell Oldtown Chiang Mai. Asa Hotel, BED Nimman Hotel Adults Only, iWualai Hotel, Pastell Oldtown Chiang Mai, Crew Hotel, Hotel Mayu Chiang Mai and Estia Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel also list swimming pools. Crew Hotel's is indoors.
Which hotels are good for families?
Family rooms are listed at Thapae Loft, Asa Hotel, iWualai Hotel, Pastell Oldtown Chiang Mai, Crew Hotel, Hotel Mayu Chiang Mai and Estia Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel. Hotel Mayu Chiang Mai also has a fitness centre, and Welladee Wellness Chiang Mai has a kids pool.
Is parking available at these hotels?
Free car parking is listed at BED Nimman Hotel Adults Only, iWualai Hotel, Pastell Oldtown Chiang Mai, B2 Green Boutique & Budget Hotel, B2 Airport Boutique & Budget Hotel, B2 Lanna Boutique & Budget Hotel, Malee Hotel, Hotel Mayu Chiang Mai and Estia Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel. Welladee Wellness Chiang Mai also lists parking, at a surcharge.
Which hotels have the best guest ratings?
Thapae Loft and Asa Hotel share the top rating at 4.8 out of 5, from 564 and 455 reviews. BED Nimman Hotel Adults Only, iWualai Hotel, Pastell Oldtown Chiang Mai, Crew Hotel, Sanae' Oldtown Hotel, Welladee Wellness Chiang Mai and Malee Hotel follow at 4.7.
Are there adults-only hotels on this list?
Yes, two: BED Nimman Hotel Adults Only, 1.9 km from the centre with an outdoor pool, garden and breakfast, and BED Changkian Hotel Adults Only, 3.1 km out, with breakfast and free car parking.
Do the hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Thapae Loft, BED Nimman Hotel Adults Only, Crew Hotel, BED Changkian Hotel Adults Only and Hotel Mayu Chiang Mai, and iWualai Hotel offers breakfast in room. BED Nimman Hotel Adults Only serves a buffet, and Hotel Mayu Chiang Mai caters to special diets.
Which hotels offer a shuttle service?
A shuttle service is listed at Welladee Wellness Chiang Mai, 4.8 km from the centre, and at Malee Hotel and Estia Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel, which are 0.5 km and 0.2 km from the centre respectively. Welladee Wellness Chiang Mai also has a spa and steam room.