Many people go to Chiang Mai, Thailand, for a vacation and end up staying there for a few weeks or months. Chiang Mai, with its golden temple on the hill, jungle, rice fields, night markets, coffee shops, art galleries, and ancient city, is one of the most beautiful cities in Thailand. However, staying in Chiang Mai in a hotel can get expensive, so many people choose to rent a room in a serviced apartment building.
Chiang Mai’s best-service apartments include electricity, water, maid service (sometimes daily, sometimes weekly), and usually cable TV and internet. There are many serviced apartments to choose from in Chiang Mai, but the following are some of the best.
Empire Residence
I stayed at Empire Residence for three days at the beginning of the year. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful, serviced apartment in an excellent location.
Located right on Nimmanhemin Road, with art galleries, coffee shops, trendy restaurants, a supermarket, and several banks – all within a block of the residence – you couldn’t find a better location in Chiang Mai. The building is new this year, so everything is modern and lovely inside. Serviced apartments are gorgeous with modern furniture, flat-screen TVs, coffee-making facilities, and fridges in the smaller apartments, and full-sized kitchens in the larger ones.
Rates start at 2,200 per night ($35) for the studio apartments and 3,700 baht ($79) for the Super Deluxe serviced apartments, which are just huge and gorgeous! Also included is breakfast every morning in their lovely cafe, and there’s also a gym and office facilities. Monthly rates start as low as 20,000 baht ($545) and include maid service, internet and cable TV.
A.T.A. Serviced Apartment
For the trendsetters and urban explorers, Nimmanhaemin buzzes with trendy cafes, independent boutiques, and youthful energy. Here, nestled among the cool kids, lies A.T.A. Serviced Apartment.
Imagine sleek Scandinavian minimalism meets Chiang Mai’s handcrafted teak accents. Picture infinity pools overlooking the cityscape, rooftop gardens bathed in golden sunsets, and in-room kitchens perfect for whipping up a quick Pad Thai after a day of boutique-hopping. A.T.A. is your chic haven in the heart of the action.
Viangbua Mansion Serviced Apartments
Beautifully decorated serviced apartments await you at Viangbua Mansion. It has 108 rooms decorated in northern Thai style and has Superior and Deluxe Rooms. Superior Rooms, basically a single room, include rooms on lower floors (the view isn’t as nice) but with cable TV, high-speed internet, in-room safe and refrigerator, and coffee-making facilities. The Deluxe Rooms include a bedroom, living room, and fully-kitted kitchen with full cooking facilities.
Superior Rooms begin at 12,000 baht per month ($358) and include everything but electricity, which is an extra charge. Deluxe Rooms start at 22,000 baht ($656) and include maid service and weekly linen changing.
Located on the outskirts of the city, Chiang Mai is easy to get around on many forms of public transportation, and it is a very quiet area.
The Chiang Mai Riverside
Craving the historical and spiritual essence of Chiang Mai? Immerse yourself in the labyrinthine alleys and ancient temples of the Old City.
The Chiang Mai Riverside invites you to return in time with its colonial-era facade. Sip your morning coffee while gazing at the Ping River, explore the nearby Night Bazaar, and return to your haven of comfy king-size beds and spacious balconies overlooking the vibrant streets. The Chiang Mai Riverside is your charming escape into the city’s historical embrace.
R1 Nimman Hotel Chiangmai
Traveling with your tribe? Ditch the cramped hotel rooms and spread out at R1 Nimman Hotel Chiangmai.
This riverside gem boasts family-sized apartments with fully equipped kitchens, separate living areas, and even playgrounds for the little ones. Splash in the rooftop pool, explore the nearby Elephant Nature Park and unwind on your private balcony after a day of family adventures.
R1 Nimman is your spacious sanctuary for creating lasting memories with your loved ones.
1888 Heritage
Yes, luxury and convenience don’t have to break the bank. Step into 1888 Heritage, a restored heritage building offering surprisingly affordable studio apartments.
Its vibrant communal courtyard, shared kitchen, and laundry facilities make it perfect for digital nomads and solo travelers seeking a social, budget-friendly stay. Plus, its location near the iconic Wat Phra Singh temple puts you in the heart of the action. 1888 Heritage is your proof that being budget-conscious doesn’t have to mean being boring.
With so many tempting options, how do you choose? Consider your priorities:
- location
- budget
- amenities
- and travel style (solo, family, or digital nomad)
Remember, your serviced apartment is just your springboard to exploring Chiang Mai’s magic. Rent a motorbike and weave through the rice fields, hike to stunning waterfalls, or lose yourself in the labyrinthine alleys of the Night Bazaar. Savor street food on Khao Soi Road, bargain for handmade trinkets, and discover hidden temples tucked away in quiet corners.
So pack your bags, grab your sense of adventure, and prepare to be enchanted by Chiang Mai. Let its vibrant energy, ancient allure, and modern comforts embrace you. And when you do, choose your serviced apartment not just as a place to sleep but as a launchpad for creating unforgettable memories in Thailand‘s enchanting Rose of the North.
