Khamthana Colonial Hotel Chiang Rai
Colonial-style hotel offering polished rooms, an outdoor pool & a casual restaurant with a terrace.
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Visitor Reviews
Very comfortable rooms. Great service. Well maintained. Nearby old airport with lots of surrounding amenities.
The hotel was probably amazing in the 1980s but that was a long time ago. Everything is very clean and well-kept, but it is very out of date - from the old fashioned keys and the very old air conditioning to the outdated furniture and TV. The service is fine, but the food is not great to say the least.
Unfortunately, Khamthana Colonial Hotel Chiang Rai did not meet the expectations of a 4-star hotel. The rooms and the building are very old and in need of renovation. The staff was not very professional: at the restaurant, no one spoke English, making communication very difficult especially for someone with dietary restrictions. I eventually managed to eat well, but it was stressful and exhausting to explain my needs. Even at the reception, some staff seemed annoyed by simple questions like where to pay for dinner. I wouldn’t recommend it if you’re looking for true 4-star comfort and service.
Location Info
651/8 สนามบินเก่า(ชุมชนดอยเขาควาย Tambon Rop Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand+66 53 718 826www.khamthanahotel.com/Tips for Visiting Hotels & Resorts
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)
Rainy season
June – September
Avg. temperature
14°C – 35°C(57°F – 95°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – February
Getting there
Mae Fah Luang Airport (CEI) has direct flights from Bangkok (1.5 hrs). Bus from Chiang Mai takes ~3 hrs. Scenic Golden Triangle road trip from Chiang Mai.
Getting around
- •Grab (available in city centre)
- •Songthaews
- •Motorbike rental (฿200/day)
- •Car hire (for Golden Triangle & hill tribes)