The Oriental Travel Guide
Chiang Mai
Visit The Oriental
Popular places to visit
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
Enjoy the lively ambiance among the lights, music and enticing aromas of this iconic night market specializing in portrait paintings.
Tha Phae Gate
Tha Phae Gate is just one of the places to see in Sri Phum, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.
Chiang Mai University
Explore the campus of Chiang Mai University during your trip to Su Thep. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this culturally rich area.
MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center
During your trip to Huay Kaew, you can search for that perfect souvenir at MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center. Take in the lively festivals and mountain views in this culturally rich area.
Central Chiangmai
During your visit to Chiang Mai, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Central Chiangmai. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this romantic area.
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
See the pagodas, bells and museum of this fascinating and ornate Buddhist complex, the holiest shrine in northern Thailand, in a mountainous national park.
Things to do
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai's Temples Exploration Day Trip
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai Temples and Golden Triangle Tour
Chiang Mai: Authentic Cooking Class with Market & Farm Visit
Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park and Pha Dok Siew Trail Trek
Chang Mai: Doi Inthanon Day Tour w/Waterfalls & Hilltribes
Pongyang Jungle Coaster and Zipline in Chiang Mai
Top hotels in The Oriental
Melia Chiang Mai
I had a fantastic 2-night stay at Meliá Chiang Mai. The location is perfect — the night market, massage shops, rooftop bars, and great restaurants are all within walking distance, which made exploring Chiang Mai really easy. As a solo traveler I felt very safe staying here, and it was also very convenient ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Centara Riverside Hotel Chiang Mai
Beautiful hotel and wonderfully kind people working at the front desk and bell desk
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Shangri-La Chiang Mai
Excellent staff and amenities at the hotel
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Smile Lanna Hotel
Everything was great. Thank you
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Lanna Oriental Hotel
The hotel was fine, what we needed for a 4 night stay, the pool was smaller than expected, we only ate breakfast once as we didn’t think that it was that great. The area was good for what we needed, plenty of places to eat, grabs easy to access for the further out places , plenty of temples ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Kampaeng Ngam Hotel - Steps to Night Bazaar & Old City
I really enjoyed the location and the staff at this hotel. You’re always greeted by the front desk employees with a smile. The breakfast was very good, hot & fresh, The rooms were well equipped with comfortable bedding. Will be my new go to hotel when in Chiang Mai!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Oriental
Tha Sala
Tha Sala is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Chiang Mai Promenada, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Nong Hoi
While there might not be top attractions in Nong Hoi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Riverside and Wiang Kum Kam.
The Grand
The shopping, historical sites and mountain views are just a few things travellers enjoy about The Grand. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Riverside or Wiang Kum Kam.
Siri Watthana Niwet
The shopping, historical sites and mountain views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Siri Watthana Niwet. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Riverside or Wiang Kum Kam.
Wat Ket
Wat Ket is popular for its stunning river views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Mae Ping River or Riverside.
Chang Khlan
A noteworthy feature of Chang Khlan is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Riverside and Chiang Mai Night Bazaar.
