Tamarind VillagevsU Chiang Mai
Both Tamarind Village and U Chiang Mai are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Tamarind Village scores significantly higher than U Chiang Mai. Tamarind Village is ranked #3 in Chiang Mai with praise from 8 reviews such as Jetsetter, Star Service and Oyster.
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
U Chiang Mai
70 Ratchadamnoen Road, Sri-Poom, Muang District 70, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
From $66/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet
"Corporate-friendly hotel with a 24-hour checkout policy: you leave at the same time you arrived." Full review
Rough Guide
"Recently built hotel with lots of innovative ideas: 24hr use of room... heritage talks and walks, breakfast (included) available in your bedroom all day, free bikes and wi-fi."
Fodor's
"Located in the exact center of the Old City, this Lanna-style boutique hotel, opened in June 2008, was constructed around a century-old teak house." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"U Chang Mai is a smallish boutique hotel in the midst of Chiang Mai's historic old town on the same road that hosts the Sunday Night Market." Full review
Frommer's
"With an ideal location right in the center of the Old City—the Sunday Walking Street sets up right in front!—U Chiang Mai is an easy to walk to the city’s main temples." Full review