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Shangri-La Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai, Thailand · Shangri-La · High Luxury
Opened December 2007 by Shangri-La, this 12-storey Lanna-inspired city resort holds the largest free-form pool in Chiang Mai, complete with a water slide, and houses China Kitchen, a Michelin Guide-selected Sichuan restaurant that has appeared in every Thailand Michelin Guide since 2020. Wong Tung & Associates wrapped the tower in tiered teak roofs and golden pinnacles drawn from the old walled city, framing Doi Suthep's forested ridge from the upper floors.
- 277 rooms
- Opened 2007
- Neighborhood: Chang Khlan
- Rooms from 463 sq ft (43 m²)
- Architect: Wong Tung & Partners
About Shangri-La Chiang Mai
- China Kitchen has held a Michelin Guide selection every year from 2020 through at least 2024, making it one of only a handful of Chinese restaurants in northern Thailand to earn the distinction.
- The resort's free-form outdoor pool is claimed as the largest in Chiang Mai, with a dedicated water slide and children's pool, unusual for a city-centre luxury hotel.
- Architect Wong Tung & Associates modelled the 12-storey façade on the tiered roofs and golden pinnacles of Chiang Mai's historic Lanna temples and walled city.
- The hotel underwent a full renovation in 2025, keeping the teak, tiered roofs, and golden pinnacles of the 2007 Lanna brief.
- Entry-level rooms start at 463 sq ft (43 m²).
History
Shangri-La Chiang Mai opened in December 2007 as a deluxe city resort inspired by Northern Thai Lanna architecture and culture. The 12-story property features teak elements, tiered roofs, and golden pinnacles reminiscent of the old walled city of Chiang Mai. It was renovated in 2025.
The setting
Shangri-La Chiang Mai occupies a prominent position on Changklan Road in Chang Khlan, within an established luxury corridor along the Mae Ping River basin. The Night Bazaar — a sprawling market east of the Old City moat with roots in Chinese merchant trade — is a twelve-minute walk north; the riverside Warorot Market is twenty minutes on foot. The property's mountain-facing aspect frames the forested ridges of Doi Suthep, while lush gardens and a pool provide a tranquil retreat from the lively surrounding streetscape. Sitting in an enclave alongside multiple flagship properties, the hotel delivers a full urban resort experience anchored by Northern Thai dining, a wellness spa, and close access to Chiang Mai's temple culture.
Restaurants and bars
- Kad Kafe — Restaurant · International (Thai, Indian, Chinese, Japanese, European and
- China Kitchen — Restaurant · Cantonese
- Lobby Lounge — Café
- Dhala Pool Bar — Poolside
Experiences
- Chi Spa — The hotel's signature spa.
- Explore Chiang Mai: old town lanes on foot, bicycle or rickshaw — Walk, cycle or take a rickshaw down the small quiet lanes within the old town, where remnants of the old city wall can be seen.
- Night Bazaar — Shopping at the famous Night Bazaar, with easy access from the hotel.
- Elephant riding — Hop on an elephant's back, as described in the Explore Chiang Mai section.
Amenities
- CHI The Spa
- largest free-form pool in Chiang Mai with water slide and kids' pool
- tennis courts
- fitness center
- kids' club
- yoga classes
- tropical gardens
- business center
- Sauna
- Hot tub
- Butler service
Awards
- Five-Star Hotel Standard (2025-2027)
- Michelin Guide selections for China Kitchen (2020-2024)
- Thailand Tatler’s Best Restaurants (multiple years)
- TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award (multiple years)
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