What it is

Edging terraced rice fields, with traditional Lanna architecture, pavilions and villas in lieu of guest rooms, a holistic spa, and four dazzling restaurants.

What it isn't

Just for adults. Little ones are treated like very V.I.P.s with their very own La-On Kids Club, tailored activities, loaner gear and family bonding experiences that include things like saa paper making and family yoga sessions.

What we think

You may want to pinch yourself upon arrival at Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai, because this is the Thailand of your dreams. Even the most “basic” guest room option here, a Garden Pavilion, is anything but, with its sweeping 750 square foot floor plan, Thai sala, and hand carved furniture adorned in silk upholstery. For a splurge, we can’t get enough of the Pool Villa—you’ll have an outdoor shower, king canopy bed, and so much more within your massive 4,336 square foot floor plan. Whichever option you select, know that Four Seasons has every plush perk you’ve come to expect from the brand—including a welcome wellness amenity, down duvets and pillows, a deep soaking tub and separate shower in your room, a private bar, and twice daily turndown service (natch).

You're here because

The hotel has an exquisite list of comped activities for guests, including Thai language lessons, hiking the nature trails, and buffalo bathing.

The Moment

You felt relaxed the moment you stepped foot on the grounds here, but today at the spa, you’ve entered another level of bliss. The 111Skin Celestial Black Diamond Face Lift treatment is exactly as transformative as it sounds; you emerge like a butterfly from the chrysalis, ready for cocktails.

Restaurants & Bars

- Terraces - home-style Italian.

- Rim Tai Kitchen - this restaurant, occupying a Thai teak house surrounded by tropical gardens and banyan trees, serves Thai cuisine and offers cooking lessons.

- Ratree Bar and Lounge - fine wines and Thai and international snacks served at this open-air bar with pool table lounge

Location

A quick 36 minute drive from Chiang Mai International Airport.