MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center
Air-con, cheap food courts and a rooftop with mountain views at the top of Nimman.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 10:00–22:00
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Details
- Phone
- +66 52 081 555
- Website
- www.mayashoppingcenter.com
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Come for the food, stay for the aircon. This is a modern multi-story mall at the Huay Kaew end of Nimman, and while the shops are the usual mix of brand showrooms, boutiques, souvenir stalls, electronics and drugstores, the eating is what actually brings people back. The fourth-floor food court does local and international dishes side by side, with khao soi and Hainanese chicken getting repeat mentions, and prices that sit near street level. There's a second food area in the basement, including a stall doing air-fried chicken without MSG if you want something lighter.
Beyond that there are cinemas on the upper floors with big comfortable seats, a children's game zone, and a rooftop terrace looking out over the city and the mountains. Go up there around dusk. It's the one part of the building people describe with any real affection.
It's clean, spacious and calmer than you'd expect from a mall this size, which makes it a good midday retreat when the heat or the traffic gets much. Weekends and holidays are busier, so a weekday early afternoon is the quiet window.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Well-rated places within a short walk of MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
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- 1 minOh TalayRestaurants & Food · 30 m · 4.6★
- 1 minMaya KitchenRestaurants & Food · 40 m · 4.3★
- 1 minDaiso Maya Lifestyle Shopping CenterMarkets & Shopping · 60 m · 4.0★
- 1 minPAÑPURIMarkets & Shopping · 70 m · 4.8★
- 1 minThink Park Night MarketMarkets & Shopping · 80 m · 4.3★
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Reviews from Google
I don’t think I’ve ever reviewed a mall before, but this one brings back so many good memories. My husband and I have dined here many times. The food court is fantastic, with a wide variety of local dishes at street prices. The quality was great, everything was clean, and the food was safe. Khao Soi and Hainan chicken were fantastic. There are many locals eating here too, which was reassuring :) There are also lots of cute shops and drugstores. During the Christmas holidays, there was an open air food market with some excellent roti. And there’s a huge Ganesh statue right at the front!
Maya Lifestyle Shopping Center is one of the best modern malls in Chiang Mai, offering a perfect mix of shopping, dining, and entertainment. The mall is clean, spacious, and well-organized, with a great variety of international brands, local boutiques, and specialty stores. The food options are fantastic — from Thai street food at the basement food court to trendy cafés and international restaurants. I especially love the rooftop area, which offers beautiful city views, especially in the evening. The cinema here is top-notch, and there are plenty of events and pop-up markets happening regularly. Conveniently located near the Nimman area, it’s an ideal place to shop, relax, and enjoy some air-conditioned comfort in the city.
We came to this mall and had lunch at the 4th floor food court. There is a good variety of local and international food here. After our meal, we went shopping and they have a variety of shops including apparel, souvenirs, electronics and more. It's a nice mall to visit in Chiang Mai.
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55/5 Huay Kaew Rd, Tambon Chang Phueak, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand
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MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center: Frequently Asked Questions
Is MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center worth visiting?
MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center holds a 4.4★ rating from 17,707 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Chiang Mai.
What are the opening hours of MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center?
MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center is typically open 10:00–22:00 — 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 MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center?
The best months to visit Chiang Mai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January & Songkran (April) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: Mid-February – April (smoke & heat).
Where is MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center located?
MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center is at 55/5 Huay Kaew Rd, Tambon Chang Phueak, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city center).
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