Thailand

With its 50 mountain cottages featuring thatched roofs, Phu Chaisai Resort is a perfect retreat for a getaway in Chiang Rai or as a starting point for a road trip in the Golden Triangle. Here are the highlights of the hotel.

Phu Chaisai Resort Spa: 50 luxury cottages nestled in the mountain heights of Chiang Rai

Would you dream of a mountain chalet for a honeymoon or a relaxing weekend in Chiang Rai? Look no further! Phu Chaisai Resort Spa perfectly meets your needs. It combines high-end bamboo cottages with the beautiful, welcoming nature of Northern Thailand. From their private balconies, guests enjoy lovely views of the mountains, tea fields, and fragrant rose gardens. The Thai spirit is beautifully reflected in the accommodations, from the white linens and wooden furnishings to the spa and yoga facilities. Step out of the comfort of your cottage for a stroll through the garden paths. Visit the orchard planted with fruits and herbs that supply the restaurant. For a true return to nature or a restful vacation in a traditionally inspired setting, Phu Chaisai Resort Spa is hard to beat!

Finding the hotel

Booking at Phu Chaisai Resort Spa means staying close to many points of interest in Chiang Rai: the Buddhist temple Tham Phra Acha Thong is just 3 km away and Choui Fong tea farm is 7 km away. The resort is located in the misty forests of Mae Chan, a humble hill village near Mae Salong. Arriving by air? The journey from Chiang Rai airport to the resort is about 38 km. A shuttle is available upon request to facilitate your airport-to-hotel transfer.

To stay at a 4-star spa hotel in the center of Chiang Rai, note this address: 388 Moo4, Mae Salong Nai, Mae Chan, Chiang Rai, 57110 Mae Salong Nai, Thailand.

Hotel rooms and suites

Guests will enjoy relaxing in these mountain cottages with thatched roofs and teak wood walls. Each room features a king-size bed, a private bathroom, and a terrace with unobstructed views of the hill. Tea and coffee-making facilities add extra comfort. To disconnect from civilization, there is no flat-screen TV or alarm clock; the focus is on connecting with nature.

Accommodation options are varied: the Romantic Suite of 65 sqm, a perfect love nest; two cottages with private pools (75 sqm and 110 sqm), distinguished by their circular shape; the Boutique Cottage on the first floor; the family chalet of 85 sqm that can accommodate up to 5 people; the ground-floor mountain cottages; and the high-altitude cottages with a private covered terrace.

Nearby attractions

Wander freely in the surrounding forests. Horses can be borrowed for free for a ride.

Don’t miss Wat Tham Phra Acha Thong, a famous local Buddhist sanctuary. Every morning, monks come on horseback to humbly ask for alms from the locals.

Visit the Thoi Fong tea estate. Explore the Doi Tung Summer Palace and its beautiful gardens, which once housed a Thai princess. Continue your visit in the Chinese quarter of Mae Salong.

If you plan to tour the center of Chiang Rai, be sure to visit the White Temple, built by Thailand’s leading contemporary artist, and the Black House. Also admire the statue of King Mengrai, the founder of the city.

Enjoy a variety of leisure facilities

Understanding that leisure contributes to a successful stay, the host has supported a rich recreational and sports program:

-Thai cooking classes

-Horseback riding in the vicinity

-Yoga classes to release your mindfulness and relieve stress

-Your stay would be incomplete without a spa experience or a dip in the hotel’s infinity pool

Editorial verdict

-Phu Chaisai Resort Spa is aimed at travelers who value responsible tourism: sustainability, immersion rather than consumption, and support for the local economy.

-Although luxury rarely aligns with ecology, the hotel has successfully met this challenge. It is a pleasure to find European-standard facilities in mountain cottages with thatched roofs. Bravo! We highly recommend the hotel.