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Imperial River House Resort

Upmarket riverside resort near Chiang Rai's Blue Temple, offering spacious rooms, a pool, and a spa.

4.4(509)
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Full opening hours
Monday12:00–00:00
Tuesday12:00–00:00
Wednesday12:00–00:00
Thursday12:00–00:00
Friday12:00–00:00
Saturday12:00–00:00
Sunday12:00–00:00

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About Imperial River House Resort

Set along the Mae Kok River on the outskirts of Chiang Rai, Imperial River House Resort is a well-established property that consistently earns praise from guests for delivering a five-star feel at a mid-range price point. Its location places it within easy walking distance of the famous Blue Temple, making it a convenient base for first-time visitors to the region, while the riverside setting and lush grounds give it a sense of seclusion that suits travelers looking to unwind.

Rooms are spacious and well-maintained, featuring central air conditioning, generous bathrooms with reliable hot water pressure, and ample seating areas. The resort's large outdoor pool catches sun from the morning onward and enjoys views over the river — a genuine draw during warmer months. An on-site international restaurant, a spa, and attentive hospitality round out the experience, with guests repeatedly highlighting the warmth of the staff as a standout element of their stay.

For those exploring Chiang Rai city, inexpensive taxis into the center are readily available from the resort, typically running around 80 to 100 baht. The resort operates daily from noon, so travelers arriving early should confirm early check-in availability in advance. Booking directly through the resort's website is worth considering for the most up-to-date room options and rates.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Aug 2026

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Reviews from Google

Old but Gold. We stayed here during our very first night in Chiang Rai (also our first time) and we were impressed by how close this hotel was to the infamous Blue Temple. Literally within walking distance. The room was spacious and very clean, with ample space for our kid to roam around safely. The amenities provided were also sufficient to our needs. The riverside location of this hotel provides tranquility and beautiful sunrise/sunset moments. Restaurant provided really good menu selection. Our favorite was the Northern Thai Sausage platters with Green Chili Dip. During our week-long stay in Chiang Rai we ordered Thai Sausage platter in every single restaurant we visited but the one we had at Imperial River House Resort was the best. Do give it a try with ice-cold Chang! we really loved our stay here and will definitely come back.

I stayed here again couple of times, both suites and normal rooms. This time we had a deluxe room. The pool have sun from 9 in morning and view over river. It's a very large a clean pool. The hotell is in a calm area and you can lend bicycle for free. Rooms are a bit old, but spacious and clean. Around the garden there are walkways and very nice maintained facilities. The breakfast is a bit limited but no problem find things to get satisfied. Can ask them make omellets if you want. I had lunch and used the poolbar too, nice thaifood. I will stay here again

This hotel is really close to the blue temple, but otherwise it's a bit secluded which can be a good thing if that's what you're looking for. The room was very spacious and had lots of sitting areas. The grounds are also beautiful and well-kept. Weirdly, I had to crawl under furniture to access power outlets in my room. The doors also required actively locking them, which I forgot a few times because I am used to hotel doors that lock automatically.

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482 หมู่ที่ 4 Maekok Rd, Tambon Rim Kok, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57100, Thailand

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Imperial River House Resort: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Imperial River House Resort worth visiting?

Imperial River House Resort holds a 4.4★ rating from 509 Google reviews — a strong rating for hotels & resorts in Chiang Rai.

What are the opening hours of Imperial River House Resort?

Imperial River House Resort is typically open 12:00–00:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.

When is the best time to visit Imperial River House Resort?

The best months to visit Chiang Rai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – February — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: Mid-February – April (smoke & heat).

Where is Imperial River House Resort located?

Imperial River House Resort is at 482 หมู่ที่ 4 Maekok Rd, Tambon Rim Kok, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57100, Thailand, in Chiang Rai. Getting around Chiang Rai: Grab (available in city center); Songthaews.

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