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Chai Lai Mountain

2.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Mae Wang guest house

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Terrace/patio
Individually decorated, individually furnished
Restaurant
Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, bidet, towels
Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Maesapok Village 172 m, Mae Wang, Chiang Mai, 50360
  • Place, Maevang Elephant Camp
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Mae Wang National Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Elephant Jungle Sanctuary: Chiang Mai Camp
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chiang Mai (CNX-Chiang Mai Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms

  • 323 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Mae Wang

In Mae Wang .You'll be within 20 miles (32 km) of Doi Inthanon National Park and 32 miles (52 km) of Tha Phae Gate. Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and Mon Chaem are also in the region.
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What's nearby

  • Maevang Elephant Camp - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Mae Wang National Park - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Elephant Jungle Sanctuary: Chiang Mai Camp - 13 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Ganesha Himal Museum - 24 min drive - 13.9 miles
  • Doi Inthanon National Park - 37 min drive - 23.2 miles

Getting around

  • Chiang Mai Intl. Airport (CNX) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pon Elephant Thailand - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪De Ba No Mee Bar & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mae Wang Mountain View - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪เฮือนหอมรฎา - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tawan Riverside Café - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Chai Lai Mountain

Enjoy free breakfast at this Mae Wang guest house
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Chai Lai Mountain. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mae Wang guesthouse.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Chai Lai Mountain offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and fans. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: THB 200 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: THB 200 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM
  • Housekeeping fee: THB 500 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; guests can access their rooms with a mobile device; masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

The Chai Lai Orchid
Chai Lai Mountain Mae Wang
Chai Lai Mountain Guesthouse
Chai Lai Mountain Guesthouse Mae Wang

Frequently asked questions

How close is Chai Lai Mountain to the airport?

Chai Lai Mountain is 28.2 mi (64-min drive) away from the Chiang Mai Intl. Airport (CNX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Chai Lai Mountain have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Chai Lai Mountain.

Does Chai Lai Mountain offer free breakfast?

Chai Lai Mountain offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Chai Lai Mountain?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Chai Lai Mountain?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Chai Lai Mountain?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Chai Lai Mountain have a pool?

Chai Lai Mountain does not have a pool.

Does Chai Lai Mountain have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Chai Lai Mountain have a spa?

This guesthouse doesn't have a spa, but it does offer facials, body treatments, and massages.

How close is Chai Lai Mountain to downtown Mae Wang?

Chai Lai Mountain is 8.3 mi away from Mae Wang.

Chai Lai Mountain Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Janee, Independence

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernando

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing resort

The hotel was very spacious, close to the resort cafe and reception and within walking distance to the riverbed and sanctuary. It had good amenities with a large outdoor shower with shower gel/ shampoo and toilet paper. In the bed room there was bottled water and kettle for teas or coffees, homemade mosquito repellent and soap bar, there was also a hair dryer and a mosquito net which was an extra bonus. The resort offer free shuttle to the riverbed however we walked down and made our way over to the sanctuary it was amazing to see the elephants roaming around with the designated handlers who were so friendly despite the language barrier for some. Overall an amazing experience and would definitely come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tk

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mountain beauty

This beautiful sanctuary truly is magical! If you think you're going to have any western luxuries, please reduce your expectations! This is a rural eco lodge. We stayed in the mountain cabins and we didn't have hot water, so we made due with coldish water. That really was the only inconvenience. Food was amazing! From the staff to the elephant handlers, it was sooooo great! Being able to see the elephants walk around and feed them and watch their personalities shine, really was magical. As for the tours, please do not miss them! We did 2 tours. The jungle temple trek with Chat and the full day elephant hike with Tip(Dip) were amazing! They are so funny and knowledgeable! Enjoy this sanctuary!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an awesome experience we had. Love the sweetest people that take care of the property. They’re so mindful of everything and very kind when letting us walk around their village. They share their love for the elephants and how much they mean. Just a wonderful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pavel, Ko Samui

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing unique hotel. Very quiet and relaxing. Tried the elephant picnic and the jungle trek. It's unforgettable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

María Silene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Una experiencia inolvidable

Demasiado linda experiencia Súper recomendado Es Mágico
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Mooie locatie

Prachtige locatie. Goed restaurant. Accommodatie is basic maar prima. Alleen jammer dat de honden je wakker blaffen smacht
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amélie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wow!! Moment mémorable avec les éléphants !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mattias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place!

I had an amazing stay at Chai Lai. Everyone in the staff were all so kind and helpful, and really made it a wonderfully relaxing stay. The grounds themselves are so serene, clean and with a country-like style. Beautiful views over the mountains from somewhat simple, but yet luxurious cottages. I mea, what else do you need when you have this scenery? There are some (very friendly) dogs walking around, a parrot came to sit on my shoulder as I attempted to take a picture, but the real attraction here is of course the elephants, who visits three times a day along with their care-takers, often walking just outside my cottage. You can pet and feed the elephants under the supervision of their very friendly and helpful care-takers, and take as many pictures as you like! I did a one-day tour that included walking and swimming with elephants, a trek in the jungle, swimming in waterfalls and riding down a river on a bamboo raft. An experience of a lifetime! Other days I did nothing, but taking in the scenery, reading, eating in the restaurant and letting the stress of the city slowly run off. Oh, most importantly - Chai Lai is also a social organisation, giving money to a charity that trains young minority women to learn English, Thai and hospitality, thus making them less vulnerable to trafficking. Stay a few nights here - you won't regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022