Traditional Lanna-style resort set in tropical gardens with contemporary rooms and excellent facilities. Located just outside the Old City, offering peaceful setting with easy access to temples and night markets.
Banthai Village is a Lanna-style resort hotel situated on Rajvithi Road in the Sriphum subdistrict of Chiang Mai, on a quiet residential street just north of the Old City moat. The address places guests within a 10-minute walk of the Saturday Night Market on Wualai Road and the main temple circuit of the Old City, while offering a calmer atmosphere than hotels within the moat itself. The resort is built around a concept of recreated Northern Thai village architecture: wooden sala pavilions, carved gateways, and two-storey guesthouses are arranged around two swimming pools and a central tropical garden. The 70 rooms and suites incorporate traditional Lanna decorative motifs — gilded woodwork, hill-tribe textile accents, and dark-stained teak furniture — alongside contemporary comforts including flat-screen televisions and modern bathrooms. The larger of the two pools is an excellent size for lap swimming, while a second smaller pool provides a more secluded option. The resort's restaurant serves a reliable range of Thai and international dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a separate poolside drinks menu. A compact spa offers traditional Thai massage, herbal compress treatments, and facial therapies. The hotel maintains a bicycle fleet for guest use, and a tour desk coordinates day trips to the Elephant Nature Park, Doi Inthanon National Park, and the Chiang Rai temples. The Saturday Night Market on Wualai Road, one of Chiang Mai's best for local crafts and street food, is a 15-minute walk from the property.
Amenities
- two pools
- spa
- restaurant
- fitness center
- bicycles
- free WiFi
Location
18 Rajvithi Road, Sriphum, Mueang Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai 50200
18.7958, 98.9886 View on map
Highlights
- Lanna-style wooden architecture and gardens recreating a traditional Northern Thai village atmosphere
- Two swimming pools including a large lap pool in a landscaped tropical garden setting
- Ten-minute walk to the Saturday Walking Street market on Wualai Road
- Tour desk offering day trips to Elephant Nature Park, Doi Inthanon, and Chiang Rai
- Complimentary bicycles for exploring the Old City temple circuit
Tips for visiting
- Ask the front desk for a room in the original wooden buildings rather than the newer annexe for the most authentic Lanna atmosphere
- The Saturday Night Walking Market on Wualai Road runs from around 5pm — set off from the hotel on foot by 4:30pm to arrive before peak crowds
- Book elephant sanctuary tours through the hotel's desk rather than walking-street touts for vetted ethical operators
- The main pool is most crowded mid-morning; early morning swimmers typically have it to themselves before 8am
- Nimman Road's design cafes and restaurants are a 10-minute songthaew (red truck taxi) ride for those seeking a trendier dining scene
Accessibility
The resort grounds are largely flat with paved pathways between buildings, though some traditional raised thresholds exist at room entrances. The pools are accessible via steps only. Guests with wheelchair or mobility requirements should request a ground-floor room and advise the hotel in advance so appropriate arrangements can be made.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walking distance from Banthai Village to the Old City temples?
The nearest Old City gate is approximately 10-15 minutes on foot. The main temple of Wat Chedi Luang is 15-20 minutes on foot or 5 minutes by tuk-tuk.
Does the hotel provide bicycle rental?
Yes, bicycles are available from the hotel for guest use. Cycling to the Old City temples is popular and takes approximately 15 minutes through the surrounding streets.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast availability varies by room rate and booking channel. Many packages include a Thai and international buffet breakfast at the on-site restaurant.
Is there parking available?
Yes, complimentary parking is available on site, making the hotel convenient for guests arriving by rental car or motorbike.
Can the hotel arrange elephant sanctuary visits?
Yes, the tour desk books ethical elephant sanctuary visits to operators including Elephant Nature Park, approximately 60 kilometres from Chiang Mai. Full-day transport and entry fees are included in the arranged package.