Mae Nai Gardens — Hotel in Chiang Mai Province

It’s not often that a family of five can find a place that welcomes them so warmly, has everything they need, has personal touches and is also within a decent price range! I almost don’t want to write this review for fear that this best kept secret will be out! ||From the minute we checked in to Mae Nai Gardens (at the recommendation of dear friends) we were completely taken care of. Pop and Ian are the consummate hosts - they truly anticipate all of your needs. They had excellent recommendations for activities for our family, helped arrange transportation for us, and were simply super kind in helping us navigate Chiang Mai. We did plenty of exploring of the area, but coming back to the hotel felt like returning home. This is largely due to the peaceful grounds that are Impeccably maintained, and the location which is set in a hillside oasis. The pool is beautiful and my husband and I enjoyed a glass of wine or two by the pool in one of the gorgeous seating areas while our kids swam. |As for our accommodations - we stayed in a poolside villa with two bedrooms, two bath and a living area and lovely porch area. There was also a small kitchen which we could have used if we had wanted, which was stocked with water for us. We also were furnished a cot upon request and we could have had a crib if needed, both were available and the rooms were more than spacious enough.||I would highly recommend this hotel experience to anyone visiting the Chiang Mai area. You will not be disappointed! We feel that we have also gained friends in Pop and Ian and intend to stay in touch! Thank you to them both and our driver Mr. Cat for making our stay...

I'm a regular guest at Mae Nai Gardens and love to return here for its serene and calm garden atmosphere and its amazing pool, it really is the perfect oasis to disconnect from a busy lifestyle. Having tried a few of the garden houses I asked Pop, the owner, if he had any other acommodation available and to my surprise he showed me a very large contemporary 50m2+ apartment that forms part of the main building. The design is a complete departure from the garden villas with modern brushed concrete walls, tall ceilings and european architectural lighting but the traditional Thai furnishings and a plentiful of artworks and sculptures softens these harder surroundings to a tasteful and very comfortable living space with a personal and homey touch.||||You enter a large private living room with a giant leather sofa in front of a huge modern tv so Netflixers will be happy campers here. It also has a fridge so you can keep your beverages and foods chilled. Following a small corridor you enter a large and bright bedroom with an office desk, wardrobe and a king size bed. The ensuite bathroom has a shower but no bathtub. Sliding doors from the bedroom opens up to an outdoor terrace, a nice place for your sunset gin and tonic. ||||As opposed to hotel rooms this suite genuinely has a home apartment feel with full privacy and day to day living functionality. There is no kitchen but given breakfast is served daily and lots of good eating options nearby its not an issue.||||As mentioned this room is not available to book online but must be requested directly from Pop, I guess by email or calling him directly from...

A magnificent garden sanctuary set in the most beautiful sculpted yet natural landscape. Each tree and plant is to be admired and explored. It is far away from the hustle and bustle of the city and road noise, deeply nested in the countryside overlooking the nearby hills and rice fields. So peaceful, tranquil, it is the perfect place to disconnect and experience true country life in Chiang Mai. This doesn’t feel like a hotel, there is no lobby, none of that usual infrastructure, you will simply stay in cottage in full nature. Many amazing trails can be walked from here. Accommodation is arranged in a small number of cute private cottages in a traditional style. They are spread across the grounds so you have full privacy and sense of seclusion. Fall asleep to the gentle sound of the jungle and wake up by the chirping of birds. The pool is the most a beautiful spot surrounded by palms and small salas. This is also where breakfast is served. The hosts are incredibly kind and attentive, making sure that our stay was perfect. There is a good choice of local restaurants nearby. We will...