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Banthai VillagevsThe Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai
Both hotels are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, The Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai ranks significantly higher than BanThai Village. The Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai is ranked #2 in Chiang Mai with approval from 11 publications like Concierge, Lonely Planet and Rough Guide.
Banthai Village
Lonely Planet
Oyster
19 Tapae Soi 3, Tapae Rd., Changklan, Mueang, Chiang Mai 50130, Thailand
From $85/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Free Parking
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This boutique 'rice-village' strikes the right balance between intimacy and privacy." Full review
i
Superior rooms are smaller but better located in a separate building with garden views – ask for an upstairs one.
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The 23-room BanThai Village is a boutique resort nestled into a narrow lane just near the entrance to Chiang Mai's historical Old City." Full review
The Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai
Concierge
Rough Guide
Star Service
Gayot Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Jetsetter
Fodor's Oyster
Condé Nast Traveler Show All Reviews
51/4 Moo 1, Chiang Mai - Sankampaeng Road, Tha Sala, Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand
From $673/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge "At the heart of the resort is the sumptuous Dheva Spa, a glowing, multi-tiered Xanadu with 18 treatment rooms and five residences."
Rough Guide "Occupying huge grounds a few kilometres east of the city centre, the Dhara Devi transports its guests into another era."
Star Service "Sprawling across 60 acres of well-manicured gardens and enchanting Thai architecture, this awesome property, previously a Mandarin Oriental, is a genuine jewel." Full review
i
All units (suites and villas) provide the modern convenience of butler service, high-speed Internet access, spacious work desks, phones with voice mail and data ports, minibars, fax machines on request, safes, fresh fruit and bottled water.
Gayot "The Dhara Dhevi is truly an impressive resort, not to mention a tribute to the rich history of Thailand and the Lanna Kingdom."
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Almost a kingdom unto itself, the Dhara Dhevi is an amazing resort destination that has recreated a miniature Lanna village." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A miniature Thai kingdom with 123 Lanna-inspired suites and villas on 60 acres that's the setting for a Buddhist prayer house, a 33,000-square-foot spa, and an arts-and-crafts village." Full review
Jetsetter "Regal retreat inspired by Thai palaces, with a destination spa, a half-dozen restaurants and 60 acres of orchid-filled gardens." Full review
Fodor's "One of Asia's most extraordinary hotels, re-creating a walled Lanna city surrounded by a moat." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The 123-room Dhara Dhevi is Chiang Mai's top luxury property, and is much more than just a resort." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler92.3
""This place is a fairy tale come to life." The grounds (all 60 acres) and "the people envelop you like a hug--you never want to leave."" Full review
