The Dhara Dhevi Chiang MaivsRachamankha
The Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai and Rachamankha are both rated very highly by professional travelers. On balance, The Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai scores marginally better than Rachamankha. The Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai is ranked #2 in Chiang Mai with praise from 11 sources such as Rough Guide, Star Service and Concierge.
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
Rachamankha Show All Reviews
6 Rachamanhka 9, Phra Singh, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
From $314/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge
"The style complements its quiet, old-city location just inside the western moat near Wat Phra Singh, Chiang Mai's most important temple."
Rough Guide
"Looking more like a temple than a hotel, this spacious, architect-owned property with just 24 elegant rooms is hidden in the quiet backstreets of the old city."
Jetsetter
"A Zen-like 25-room luxury hotel in a hidden courtyard near Chiang Mai’s most iconic temples." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"Modeled on the simple yet noble northern Thai–style temples nearby, this 25-room, single-story inn is a neat little assemblage of white-plaster buildings capped by peaked terra-cotta roofs." Full review
Star Service
"This delightful boutique offering is located down a few backstreets in the old city, but guests shouldn't be put off by the less-than-grand address." Full review
Gayot
"Situated in Chiang Mai next to the city's most famous temple, Wat Phra Singh, Rachamankha offers a unique location and experience."
Afar Magazine
"Built around a series of characterful courtyards, gorgeous boutique hotel Rachamankha's well-proportioned design emulates Chiang Mai’s ancient heritage by creating a private compound." Full review
Fodor's
"Most of the rooms, all furnished with Lanna or Chinese antiques, are set along green lawns planted with tall palms and fragrant frangipani." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Rachamankha hotel brings Ancient Chiang Mai to life with the precise mix of modern luxuries and stylish accents honouring the area's rich hitstory." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The encore effort by architect Ong-ard Satrabhandu to Tamarind Village, Rachamankha imitates an ancient monastery in Lampang." Full review