Description
The Four Seasons Chiang Mai is a stunning resort set in the beautiful Mae Rim Valley, just north of Chiang Mai. It is designed like a traditional Thai village, laid out around working rice terraces and surrounded by mountains, and a stay here feels like stepping into another world.
The spacious pavilions and huge residences are luxuriously appointed with local touches, and all have outdoor salas with daybeds. Twelve luxurious one-bedroom villas set in tropical gardens have recently been added to the portfolio at the Four Seasons Chiang Mai, with stunning views onto the mountains and spacious private pools.
The renowned cuisine here must be sampled to be believed and not only is the food fantastic but the settings for the various restaurants simply stunning. For the ultimate in romance, the Rice Barn is a private dining venue for two overlooking the resort's rice paddies and lake - after a five course candlelit meal, designed by yourselves with the chef, you can release a candlelit krathong - or banana leaf cup - onto the lake in traditional Thai style.
From the hotel, you can explore the rich culture of the local area, go elephant trekking or take part in a cookery class preparing local dishes at the renowned cooking school. The resort is well equipped for all ages with an award winning spa with plentiful indulgent rituals, has something to suit every pace of holiday.
Accommodation
The Four Seasons has 64 Pavilions, 12 Pool Villas and 22 One to Four-Bedroom Residences. All rooms have vaulted ceilings, polished teak floors, rich Thai cotton decorations and beautiful Siamese art as well as an outdoor covered veranda (a sala) with dining table and day beds. The Pavilions are located in two storey clusters around the resort, the Pool Villas are free standing in walled gardens and are more like homes than hotel rooms. The Residences are even larger and some have plunge pools.
Childcare
Children under 18 can share their parents room at no extra cost (but under 12's are not allowed in the Pool Villas). There is the complimentary children’s Gecko Club (4-12yrs) with daily activity programme, children's menus, DVDs, toys etc to borrow and babysitting is available.
Facilities
With 4 restaurants and 2 bars there is something for everyone at Four Seasons Chiang Mai from Thai to Asian to international specialities. Special private meals and in villa dining can also be arranged. Join the cooking school to learn the secrets of Thai cuisine. There is also a 2 level infinity pool, award winning harmonious spa, fitness centre, tennis courts, cooking school, library and children’s club.
Activities
Activities at the Four Seasons Chiang Mai are extensive and include cooking classes, elephant trekking, rice planting, off-site golf (5 minutes) and horse riding (15 minutes). There is a shuttle to Chiang Mai five times a day for those wishing to explore independently.
Services
There is a shuttle to Chiang Mai five times a day and 24-hour concierge and room service is available.
When to travel
The best time to visit Chiang Mai is between October and April. The monsoon season traditionally begins in May and lasts through to October, with July to September usually being the time of heaviest rain. The hottest month is April, when temperatures can hit the 40s. The cooler months of November to January will be a good time to travel if you don't like the heat, with the average day temperature slightly below 30°C.
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Location and directions
Chiang Mai, Thailand
The Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai is situated in the Mae Rim Valley, 30-minutes drive from Chiang Mai, the northern capital of Thailand. The resort is linked to the city via a complimentary shuttle service, running five times per day.
How to get there
11-hour international flight to Bangkok International Suvarnabhumi Airport, followed by a 1-hour domestic flight to Chiang Mai International Airport. The Four Seasons is 20-minutes from the airport.
