Suthep Travel Guide
Chiang Mai
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 Suthep
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
Ideal location for families and those who want to go to the night market. The pool is great for kids, even has a slide! The lounge has nightly happy hour and breakfast has global food offering. The spa is amazing!
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Smile Lanna Hotel
I was really impressed with Smile Lanna their hospitality is top tier and their breakfast was amazing, so many options to choose from. Rooms were very clean and everyone was so friendly and welcoming. I definitely recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 5 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 Suthep
Nimman
Unique features of Nimman include the cafes and shopping. Make a stop by Nimmanhaemin Road or One Nimman while you're exploring the area.
Old City
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Sunday Walking Street Market to Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Center – discover Old City, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Chang Phueak
Unique features of Chang Phueak include the shopping and cafes. Make a stop by Wat Chet Yot or MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center while you're exploring the area.
Wua Lai
Wua Lai is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Wua Lai Walking Street or Mae Kha Canal Village.
Ban Wiphawadi
Check out the shopping, historical sites and mountain views while spending some time in Ban Wiphawadi. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Wat Chiang Man or Mae Ping River.
Hai Ya
Hai Ya is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Wua Lai Walking Street and Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center.
