Chiang Mai Plaza HotelvsThe Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai
Both hotels are praised by professional travelers. On balance, The Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai scores significantly better than Chiang Mai Plaza Hotel. The Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai has a TripExpert Score of 91 with recommendations from 11 reviewers such as Gayot, Lonely Planet and Rough Guide.
Chiang Mai Plaza Hotel
92 Sridonchai Road, Muang, Chiang Mai 50100 , Thailand
From $45/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's
"The Plaza's two 12-story towers, completed in 1986, form a bland, modern Western hotel, but guest rooms are large, plush, and offer city and mountain views." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The 450-room Chiang Mai Plaza Hotel is a three-pearl option on Sridonchai Road, about a 10-minute walk from the night market." Full review
The Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai 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
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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 Planet
Top 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
Oyster
Luxury
"The 123-room Dhara Dhevi is Chiang Mai's top luxury property, and is much more than just a resort." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
92.3
""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