Chiang Mai

At first sight it's hard to tell if Dhara Dhevi is a resort or an ancient temple complex. — Lonely Planet

In the same grounds as the House. — Lonely Planet

A Zen-like 25-room luxury hotel in a hidden courtyard near Chiang Mai’s most iconic temples. — Jetsetter

The food is fair and unimaginative, offering the usual tourist menu; it's probably best to stick with the Thai dishes. The picture menu makes it easy and the staff is friendly. — Frommer's

This friendly little restaurant on Chiang Mai's main shopping street draws in tourists with a menu packed with more than 50 low-priced U.K. favorites. — Fodor's

The locals take their coffee very seriously, and the best place to grab a latte or flat white in town is at Ristr8to. — Frommer's

Casual and cool is what Riverside is all about. — Frommer's

An internationally trained Thai chef works his magic on a constantly evolving menu of regionally influenced classical dishes, a medley of grilled items and imported steaks, and lamb and seafood. — Frommer's

The pick of the litter is Le Grand Lanna, a Thai restaurant set in a group of raised, antique-filled buildings shaded by enormous raintrees and cooled by mist-spraying fans. — Concierge

Create your own "amazing" sandwich for eat-in or take-away. — Frommer's

Popular meeting spot just outside Tha Pae Gate, serving Thai, Italian, Mexican and American dishes. — Lonely Planet

The Gallery is the most charming of the riverside restaurants on the eastern bank of the Ping River. — Frommer's

It's a really good spot to begin your Thai culinary adventures ‰ÛÒ there's an extensive menu that includes regional specialities such as naem mog sai ou. — Lonely Planet

On the second floor of an attractive old house, this longtime favorite serves delicious and healthy foods. — Fodor's