Chai Lai Orchid Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai
About the Hotel
Chai Lai Orchid - Eco-friendly riverside bungalows with elephant experiences in Mae Wang
Located in the Himalayan foothills 34 miles from central Chiang Mai, this unique Chiang Mai hotel offers traditional bamboo bungalows alongside the Mae Wang river. Each glamping-style accommodation at Chai Lai Orchid features handmade bamboo furniture, thatched roofs, and private bathrooms with open-air showers. The property includes a restaurant and bar serving locally-sourced meals, with free WiFi available throughout common areas. Guest rooms provide private entrances, seating areas, terraces with garden views, and electric kettles. The surrounding area offers direct access to jungle waterfalls, rice paddies, and traditional Karen villages. Key attractions within 2.5 miles include Mae Wang Elephant Camp, Karen Elephant Habitat, and the Chiang Mai Royal Agricultural Research Centre.
Chai Lai Orchid: Pros
- Direct access to elephant swimming and feeding experiences - On-site Thai cooking classes using organic farm ingredients - Cultural immersion through visits to authentic Kayan Hill Tribe villages - Guided tours to hidden jungle temples and medicinal plant locations - Mountain and riverside views from all accommodation units
Chai Lai Orchid: Cons
- Unheated, uninsulated rooms at high elevation - Steep, narrow local roads require experienced navigation
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Coffee shop
- Fireplace
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Yoga class
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cribs
Spa & Leisure
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Open-air bath
Room features
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor