Tamarind VillagevsShangri-La Chiang Mai
Tamarind Village and Shangri-La Hotel, Chiang Mai are both rated highly by professional travelers. Overall, Tamarind Village is preferred by most professionals compared to Shangri-La Hotel, Chiang Mai. Tamarind Village ranks #3 in Chiang Mai with accolades from 8 reviewers such as Star Service, Oyster and Frommer's.
Tamarind Village
50/1 Rajdamnoen Road, Sri Phoom, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
From $140/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"The hotel draws a predominately European crowd, including families, attracted by its central location, swimming pool, spa, and sylvan setting around a 200-year-old tamarind tree."
Jetsetter
"Thailand’s laid-back antidote to frenetic Bangkok, Chiang Mai has been wooing travelers for years with its mix of shimmering temples and rolling hills. Right in the city center is..." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"It's the size of a resort but retains a feeling of intimacy and is a fine option for some serious self-indulgence." Full review
Rough Guide
"Named for a huge, 200-year-old tamarind tree that shades the compound, this small, tranquil boutique resort in the heart of Chiang Mai’s old city is designed in Lanna style."
Star Service
"Drive into this small urban property at dusk and you will discover why it is one of the most romantic options in Chiang Mai." Full review
Fodor's
"A canopy of towering, interlaced bamboo leads to the main entrance of this stylish, village-style hotel in the center of the Old City." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The Tamarind Village is a charming boutique hotel located in the middle of Chiang Mai's old city." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Experience the charm of a secluded Thai resort whilst in the city centre at Tamarind Village, a peaceful, romantic boutique hotel which celebrates local Lanna heritage" Full review
Frommer's
"Rooms at the Tamarind are marvels of polished concrete burnished to a shining glow, complemented by straw mats and chic contemporary Thai furnishings, all making for a pleasing minimalist feel. " Full review
Shangri-La Chiang Mai
89/8 Chang Klan Road, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
From $97/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Star Service
"While the location may not be noteworthy, the Shangri-La is perhaps the city's top large-scale, full-service hotel, positioned a half-step above the newer Le Meridien." Full review
Lonely Planet
"It isn’t Chiang Mai’s most charming hotel, but it was built to address the city’s lack of meeting space." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The Shangri-La Chiang Mai lives up to the standards of the Shangri-La luxury brand." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The Shangri-La is a sprawling, old-school, family-friendly city hotel with excellent facilities and smart, decently sized rooms" Full review
Frommer's
"Located in a lush garden setting in the heart of the city’s business district, the Shangri La caters equally well to families and biz travelers" Full review