CHIANG MAI AREAS - Where To Stay in Chiang Mai?

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  • čas přidán 30. 12. 2022
  • In this video, we'll show you where to stay in the best areas of Chiang Mai, Thailand. From the historic city center to the tranquil riverside, We'll show you it all.
    Whether you're a tourist or a long-term resident, we've got recommendations for the best places to stay in Chiang Mai. We'll share information about each area, including tourist attractions, nightlife, dining, and more. So whether you're looking for a relaxing stay in the city or a busy day out in the sunshine, Chiang Mai has it all.
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Komentáře • 160

  • @AlwaysonaJourney
    @AlwaysonaJourney  Před 7 měsíci +2

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  • @johnayres1220
    @johnayres1220 Před 14 dny +1

    Chiang Mai is my favorite place in Thailand. My son and I were there in December of 2023. we both loved Chiang Mai, and the people. We are planning to make another trip. AWESOME!!!

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před 13 dny

      Brilliant. Enjoy yourselves if you're there again this year.

  • @perfecthomeschiangmai

    a great video, it shows a variety of Chiang Mai! the book thief coffee shop is one of my favourite coffee shops in the area.

  • @nathalia7104
    @nathalia7104 Před rokem +23

    Chiang Mai is very charming. It's like Kyoto of Japan but more fun. People there are so laid back. No wonder why many Thai artists like to set up their shops there. Even the food and drinks are more artistic than the rest of the country. You can feel Chiang Mai people put their heart for work at everything. And they charge so little compared to what they give to you.
    My favorite area is definitely Nimman, the modernized part of the city which has the best shops and restaurants. I still have love-hate relationships with the red Song taew. Well, but it costs 10 baht to get anywhere around the city.and you can't beat its convenience.
    Outside the city, Chiang Mai is heaven for any nature lovers. Foreigners should experience the local homestays. They are so cheap with amazing views. The mountains will cool you down.

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem

      Hi Nathalia. Thanks for sharing this lovely comment. I am not in Chiang Mai right now but your description makes me want to go back there asap. ;-)

    • @fearless6947
      @fearless6947 Před rokem +1

      is cost 10 baht to get everywhere? Is this for Nimman or just red song taew? I want to visit Chiang Mai but want to have access to cheap transport, like bus or train. I don't want to use bolt or grab

    • @nathalia7104
      @nathalia7104 Před rokem +2

      @Fearless 10 baht everywhere around the city was 6 years ago when I was there and without a car. Right now, I checked it should be around 30 baht. You can just tell them where you want to go. You share a ride with other people.

  • @banzai.renaissance
    @banzai.renaissance Před měsícem +1

    I really like these "something for everyone" vids on cities. ... showing the areas with their ins and outs ... especially if one likes a little bit of everything .... provides so much clearer understanding.

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před měsícem

      Thanks for your comment. Are you visiting Chiang Mai sometime this year?

  • @juliedurlak
    @juliedurlak Před rokem +7

    This was exactly what I was looking for and finally you educated me on the areas so succinctly Big thanks!

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem

      Ahh brilliant. Thanks Julie. I hope you enjoy your time in Chiang Mai. ;-)

  • @The88lightangel
    @The88lightangel Před 29 dny +1

    This is the second video I have watched of yours..I have subscribed.
    I really like your presentation, and the info you in part...you seem and sound like a trained travel journalist ....which is a positive..Thanks for the videos so useful!

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před 29 dny

      Thanks for watching and subscribing. I appreciate your feedback. :-)

  • @scorpius6667
    @scorpius6667 Před 3 měsíci +6

    I love Chiang Mai!💘 I was there for about 3 1/2 months and I rented an apartment room just out side of Chiang Mai Gate, $4000 baht a month! It was on the same road as the Saturday night market
    It had two restaurants, one for breakfast and lunch and the other was a dinner restaurant that also had karaoke every night!
    The old city of Chiang Mai, inside the gates was unbelievable for the culture of Thailand and the food and night life! 🦂💘 Thailand .... 🍻 Singha beer 😋 🙏

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před 3 měsíci +2

      Sounds like you enjoyed your time in Chiang Mai. ;-)

  • @TravelingEddie
    @TravelingEddie Před 2 měsíci +1

    Friend your vlog was extremely informative. I'm planning to go there for 6-8 weeks in June to August. Really liked it. Thank you so much. Keep traveling wayward 😎🙏.

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před 2 měsíci

      Oh that's a good amount of tone. Enjoy your time in Chiang Mai.

  • @gehanmallawaratchy4970
    @gehanmallawaratchy4970 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Fantastic video 👍

  • @animal9370
    @animal9370 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Very Cool video. Thank You.

  • @randyh.6928
    @randyh.6928 Před rokem +61

    Thanks for the video. But I wished you didn't show a few of the Starbucks. Chiang Mai has better coffee than almost anyplace in the world, and great coffee shops all over. Locals and smart tourists would not waste their time with less superior coffee at a Starbucks. (:

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem +5

      Well spotted and I definitely agree with you that Chiang Mai has some wonderful coffee shops. ;-)

    • @roybatterham5002
      @roybatterham5002 Před rokem +12

      Absolutely. Starbucks has to be the most over priced and lowest quality coffee in Chiang Mai

    • @kippsguitar6539
      @kippsguitar6539 Před rokem +1

      @@roybatterham5002 boycott Starbucks and those destructive American food chains giving Asia and the world diabetes and obesity, buy local

    • @stephaningleby8024
      @stephaningleby8024 Před rokem +3

      I have just been in Chiang Mai for three months and I can confirm that the most horrible coffee is Starbucks at Airport Plaza. The best coffee is Arigato at Central Festival in the basement supermarket.

    • @randyh.6928
      @randyh.6928 Před rokem

      @@stephaningleby8024 Never would have guessed there! You mean they have a coffee bar or they just sell a good brand to make yourself?

  • @Tuneitupful
    @Tuneitupful Před rokem +1

    Great review- extremely helpful especially noting the areas and the niceties and drawbacks

  • @nicolasmaritz
    @nicolasmaritz Před 2 měsíci +1

    Love and miss Chiang Mai

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před 2 měsíci

      Me too. I'll be there again next month. When will you be there next?

  • @yuigonggang9642
    @yuigonggang9642 Před rokem +7

    I'm Thai and Chiang Mai is my home town I'm watching your video to help my foreigner friend plan the trip there what I'm gonna say is your pronunciation is really good for all the Thai words haha

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem

      Ah great. Thankyou. Jerry helps me with Thai pronunciation. :-)

    • @Six175761
      @Six175761 Před 3 měsíci

      Hi yui... I'm planning my trip to ching Mai soon with kids.. do u hv any suggestions for me?

  • @pongkrissangket45
    @pongkrissangket45 Před 3 měsíci

    Good for details.

  • @theneophytejournal
    @theneophytejournal Před 5 měsíci +2

    thanks, i was struggling to find an area for accommodation
    this helped

  • @stefanbajer9399
    @stefanbajer9399 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thanks good video

  • @yesandexplore
    @yesandexplore Před rokem +3

    A great video and you really did your research! We are on our last day staying after 35 days and you are spot on! Amazing ❤

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem +1

      Thank you. 35 days? That's excellent. You must have seen and done a lot. Which areas do you like the most?

    • @yesandexplore
      @yesandexplore Před rokem +1

      @@AlwaysonaJourney oh every area has something, we loved the fact that we stayed in the old city and everything was easily walkable!

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem +1

      @@yesandexplore Yeah you're right actually. I love the food there. Cheap and delicious.

  • @JSH-do5qf
    @JSH-do5qf Před rokem +1

    Thanks for this with easy and simple explanations. I have subscribed.

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem

      Thank you. Much appreciated. Where are you from?

    • @JSH-do5qf
      @JSH-do5qf Před rokem +1

      @@AlwaysonaJourney South Korea.

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem

      @@JSH-do5qf Nice. I've never been to South Korea but I plan to visit Seoul later this year.

  • @user-el3cz6tw4b
    @user-el3cz6tw4b Před 11 měsíci +1

    Thank you.

  • @suzie_loves_to_travel4171

    This is a great video thanks. Will be very useful when l visit Chiang Mai in 2 weeks!

  • @yokiurattanawong1551
    @yokiurattanawong1551 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Okay,sir,Thank you,sir

  • @user-fh6yr8lo2i
    @user-fh6yr8lo2i Před rokem +2

    Wow สวยมากๆ สุขสันต์ปีใหม่ครับ

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem

      ขอบคุณครับ สวัสดีปีใหม่ เช่นกันครับ

  • @user-xv3gu4cp8w
    @user-xv3gu4cp8w Před rokem +9

    Thailand is the paradise and the second home for all visitor !!!

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem +2

      I completely agree with you.

    • @212Roger
      @212Roger Před rokem +5

      My second home for more than ten years. ExPat from NorCal.

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem +1

      @@212Roger Lovely! Good choice Roger. ;-0

    • @louloufarangset
      @louloufarangset Před 9 měsíci

      LIVE in hua hin but miss sometimes CM ..too ..good souvenirs since 2005 from chiang mai

  • @larswetterstrom7209
    @larswetterstrom7209 Před 5 měsíci +2

    The northern parts of the old city are the most charming. Especially the cosy NE corner. Tha Pae gate not so much. Also the Nimman area is very nice about half way between the old city and the temple hill Doi Suthep.

  • @karltraveldude7817
    @karltraveldude7817 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Great views thank you !

  • @ionarait1303
    @ionarait1303 Před rokem

    Hey, what a great vlog. You orientated me to the parts of the city well - good idea having the map. Any tips on driving in Chiang Mai?

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem

      Thanks. I always ride a motorcycle. The roads are not too busy.

  • @punchaisangdao1650
    @punchaisangdao1650 Před 8 měsíci +1

    I have learned a lot from your video,thank you

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před 8 měsíci

      Ah , I'm glad that it was useful. Thanks for watching. :-)

  • @TNKeith
    @TNKeith Před rokem +2

    Great information. I will be coming to Chiang Mai at the end of February. I'm staying for a year, and this video will definitely help me decide where to look for a place.

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem

      Brilliant. I bet you can't wait. Which country are you coming from?

    • @TNKeith
      @TNKeith Před rokem

      @Always on a Journey 🇺🇸 USA

    • @kippsguitar6539
      @kippsguitar6539 Před rokem +1

      Right in the middle of burning season, not the best planning, these people should tell you that

    • @kippsguitar6539
      @kippsguitar6539 Před rokem +2

      @@AlwaysonaJourney not so brilliant right in the middle of burning season sir

    • @TNKeith
      @TNKeith Před rokem +1

      @kipps guitar I'm fully aware it's the middle of burning season. Not putting off my life change for that reason. Just makes all those other days that much better.

  • @HFtokyo
    @HFtokyo Před měsícem

    Thank you for your good video.
    I am funny watching your video.
    Actually, I am learning English with taking your movie.😊
    In the future, I will be able to take an English and get to trip like your introduced country.

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks for your comment. I'm glad to hear it also helps with your English studies. :-)

  • @FundedFuturesTrader
    @FundedFuturesTrader Před 8 měsíci +1

    Very informative. Thank you...

  • @GavinKohAquascaping
    @GavinKohAquascaping Před 2 měsíci +1

    A very nice and full review of Chang Mai! I've never been there, but have it in the back of my mind that this could be a potential longer term secondary living situation. Are there neighbourhoods that have a great friendly vibe, nice accommodations and not too hectic?

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před 2 měsíci +2

      I think it's a great place to live. Nimman is very popular with expats
      Generally speaking, I've found all areas to be friendly

  • @Sam-un3nb
    @Sam-un3nb Před rokem +1

    Your video kind of helped. Thanks: do they have grab taxi ?

  • @davidgiles5030
    @davidgiles5030 Před 8 měsíci +2

    We love Chiang Mai and have spent most winters there since 2005. We always get a long term rental somewhere in the N.E. corner of the old city. This year we will arrive November 3rd.

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před 8 měsíci

      Very nice. I can tell that you love it there. We fly to Chiang Mai again this week and can't wait. November will be here for you soon enough. ;-0

    • @Ballin10X
      @Ballin10X Před 6 měsíci

      Hi David, can you recommend a good website to rent? I am going to CM 7th December this year. Thanks for your help

  • @simonw75
    @simonw75 Před 10 měsíci +3

    Think you’ll find Loi kroh road and boxing is the main boozing area of Chiang Mai fella. Boom 😊

  • @mark-147
    @mark-147 Před rokem +1

    Greetings from Chiang Mai!

  • @phairpil5429
    @phairpil5429 Před rokem +1

    Great video… I’m visiting this week so if you are around I’d be delighted to treat you to a coffee … I was also born in the North East 😊

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem

      Thank you. I'm not in Chiang Mai now. I'm in Philippines. Enjoy your time there. ;-)

  • @PepeLePauly
    @PepeLePauly Před rokem +8

    You guys should avoid hotels along the Ping River because of the noise! 😅

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem

      Thanks for the tip. ;-)

    • @PepeLePauly
      @PepeLePauly Před rokem

      @@AlwaysonaJourney I made a new video about it if you'd like to have a look... 😎 czcams.com/video/5nanJd5cY4Y/video.html

  • @paulgarza7491
    @paulgarza7491 Před 10 měsíci

    good video ! ....what area would you consider to be sukhimvit and bangla there in chang mai ?

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před 9 měsíci

      There's an area called Kampaeng Din Road. However, it's nowhere near as busy as Sukhumvit or Bangla Road.

  • @Tkgotravel
    @Tkgotravel Před rokem +1

    The best hotel in old town
    Chala number 6 hotel

  • @7ANGLIA
    @7ANGLIA Před 8 měsíci +1

    STAYED IN CHANG MAI TWICE IN CHAING MIA IN THE EARLY 2000s,STAYED AT THE MAI PING HOTEL.WONDERFUL HOTEL AS CHANG MIA IS😀

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před 8 měsíci

      Very nice. I agree Chiang Mai is a wonderful city. :-)

  • @ThePhiriyakon
    @ThePhiriyakon Před rokem

    Welcome to Chiangmai, Thaikand.❤🇹🇭

  • @TaskSwitcherify
    @TaskSwitcherify Před měsícem

    It's good to mention prices when you talk about "affordable", more expensive" and "cheaper" hotels - it's all relative and hard to judge.

  • @CrisFleming
    @CrisFleming Před rokem +1

    Excellent info

  • @WandererBySoul
    @WandererBySoul Před 9 měsíci +1

    Hi! Where can I stay in Chiang Mai if I wanna be close to the beach and also can I visit the Elephnat sanctuary and snorkel if I stay in Chiang Mai? Thanks!

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před 9 měsíci +1

      You can visit an Elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai but there are no beaches.

  • @Anonymous-zl6xr
    @Anonymous-zl6xr Před 3 měsíci +1

    Is the old city budget friendly area and safe for a single person to live?

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před 3 měsíci

      Yes, I think so. It feels very safe and lots of local restaurants with tasty food at good prices.

  • @tradeladder146
    @tradeladder146 Před 8 měsíci

    What happened to Loi Kroch Naughty Bar Area ?

  • @user-qu1mk6mj8c
    @user-qu1mk6mj8c Před rokem +3

    From the past, I used to like Chiang Mai...Now it's unlikely. PM 2.5 dust is much higher than Bangkok and is ranked number one in the world as well. This problem is difficult to solve because the city is growing more and more people come to stay, more cars, more factories. Even if no one burns the forest, PM 2.5 is the most important from car smoke. City population will die in installments. Investors will aim to build real estate in the seaside town. more cities in the south because the air is easily circulated

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem +2

      Yes, the air pollution in Chiang MaI can be a big problem throughout specific times of the year.

  • @richardjones9007
    @richardjones9007 Před 11 měsíci +7

    I have lived in Chiang Mai for several years, and Thapae Gate is not a place where one can experience local culture. As you correctly point out, it is a tourist magnet, and even your accompanying video shows McDonald’s and Starbucks and hordes of tourist milling about, with the only tThais around, being those selling trinkets and food to the hordes of tourists. The Asians, you see walking about Thapae Gate and surrounding area are not Thai people, they are Chinese tourists feeding the pigeons, despite the signs asking you not to do so.

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Thanks for your comment.

    • @davidgiles5030
      @davidgiles5030 Před 8 měsíci

      The Chinese are a huge issue with bad behavior and their numbers. Hopefully with their economy crashing more of them will stay home.

    • @tradeladder146
      @tradeladder146 Před 8 měsíci +1

      Some people are interested in the Tourist areas , were not all Snobs like you. 👍👍

  • @tomchii
    @tomchii Před 4 měsíci

    Soo many tourists though

  • @mediterraneanme
    @mediterraneanme Před rokem

    Well done - thank you!

  • @yokiurattanawong1551
    @yokiurattanawong1551 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Thank you all,sir, Chiangmai people,Yes,sir.

  • @neiltruslove7520
    @neiltruslove7520 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Hi do you no Were the tattoo shop are

  • @philsummers579
    @philsummers579 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for the vid, but I couldn’t watch it. Turn off the back ground music for me. Sorry

  • @user-hw7jx7pv6w
    @user-hw7jx7pv6w Před 11 měsíci +1

    I like this country I want go but many problem with me😊😊

  • @user-kl2gq9nh6t
    @user-kl2gq9nh6t Před 8 měsíci +2

    The worst ever "hotel" that I ever stayed in decades was "Cozy Inn" in Chiang Mai. It was a mix up with a different hotel that I had intended to stay. I had already paid for a week and gosh, it was a hellhole. Nasty place, awful owner, once-white gray color towels, mosquitors, tiny rooms tiny bed, dark color to hide dirts maybe, yuck. Someone had come inside my room while I was out, but the owner didn't seem to care. Only one guy at the hotel spoke English. This place ruined Chiang Mai for me and I will never miss Chiang Mai. BTW, I love Thailand and visit frequently.

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před 8 měsíci

      It's a shame that your view of Chiang Mai is ruined because of this experience. It's a wonderful place, in my opinion.

  • @2wheelsehrolling894
    @2wheelsehrolling894 Před rokem +1

    Price ?"?

  • @Kikibeluga
    @Kikibeluga Před rokem +1

    The backround music is bad!!!

  • @cdmorrissy3692
    @cdmorrissy3692 Před rokem +1

    During the "smokey times" in Chiang Mai is it bad during just the day or night too, and
    how do you deal with it ?

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem

      Mostly in the day time it's worse because there's no breeze in that season.It's a little better at night. We had that experience in March 2020. Usually we try to avoid visiting the city during smoky season. At that time of the year the South west coast has wonderful weather. So we head there instead.

    • @kippsguitar6539
      @kippsguitar6539 Před rokem

      @@AlwaysonaJourney but you told someone it's a brilliant Idea to go in February! Really it's not

    • @AlwaysonaJourney
      @AlwaysonaJourney  Před rokem

      My comment clearly states that we avoid Chiang Mai during smoky season.