CHIANG MAI AREAS - Where To Stay in Chiang Mai?

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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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@AlwaysonaJourney 8 ай бұрын

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@johnayres1220 Ай бұрын

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 Ай бұрын

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

@nathalia7104 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

@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 Ай бұрын

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 Ай бұрын

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

@scorpius6667 4 ай бұрын

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 4 ай бұрын

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

@perfecthomeschiangmai 11 күн бұрын

Its is a great place for sure!

@juliedurlak Жыл бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

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

@The88lightangel Ай бұрын

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 Ай бұрын

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

@TravelingEddie 3 ай бұрын

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 3 ай бұрын

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

@perfecthomeschiangmai 19 күн бұрын

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.

@AlwaysonaJourney 16 күн бұрын

Thank you. Do you live in Chiang Mai or visit regularly?

@perfecthomeschiangmai 11 күн бұрын

@@AlwaysonaJourney I have been living in Chiang Mai for over 20 years and still love the place!

@gehanmallawaratchy4970 6 ай бұрын

Fantastic video 👍

@AlwaysonaJourney 6 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

@randyh.6928 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@roybatterham5002 Жыл бұрын

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

@kippsguitar6539 Жыл бұрын

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

@stephaningleby8024 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@animal9370 3 ай бұрын

Very Cool video. Thank You.

@AlwaysonaJourney 3 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@yuigonggang9642 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@Six175761 4 ай бұрын

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

@theneophytejournal 6 ай бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney 6 ай бұрын

Glad it helped! When will you be going to Chiang Mai?

@theneophytejournal 6 ай бұрын

@@AlwaysonaJourney 2 weeks approx

@nicolasmaritz 3 ай бұрын

Love and miss Chiang Mai

@AlwaysonaJourney 3 ай бұрын

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

@stefanbajer9399 2 ай бұрын

Thanks good video

@AlwaysonaJourney 2 ай бұрын

Thank you. 😊

@pongkrissangket45 3 ай бұрын

Good for details.

@AlwaysonaJourney 3 ай бұрын

Glad you think so!

@user-el3cz6tw4b 11 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@AlwaysonaJourney 11 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@larswetterstrom7209 6 ай бұрын

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.

@AlwaysonaJourney 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for your info.

@yesandexplore Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@yesandexplore Жыл бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

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

@yokiurattanawong1551 11 ай бұрын

Okay,sir,Thank you,sir

@AlwaysonaJourney 11 ай бұрын

You're welcome 😊

@Tuneitupful Жыл бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thank you.

@user-xv3gu4cp8w Жыл бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

I completely agree with you.

@212Roger Жыл бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

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

@louloufarangset 9 ай бұрын

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

@user-fh6yr8lo2i Жыл бұрын

Wow สวยมากๆ สุขสันต์ปีใหม่ครับ

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

ขอบคุณครับ สวัสดีปีใหม่ เช่นกันครับ

@HFtokyo 2 ай бұрын

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 2 ай бұрын

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

@GavinKohAquascaping 3 ай бұрын

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 3 ай бұрын

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

@JSH-do5qf Жыл бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Much appreciated. Where are you from?

@JSH-do5qf Жыл бұрын

@@AlwaysonaJourney South Korea.

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

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

@simonw75 10 ай бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney 10 ай бұрын

OK. Thanks

@johnayres1220 Ай бұрын

Been there, done that.

@Sam-un3nb Жыл бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

That's good. Yes there are Grab taxis in Chiang Mai.

@stephaningleby8024 Жыл бұрын

Yes

@karltraveldude7817 10 ай бұрын

Great views thank you !

@AlwaysonaJourney 10 ай бұрын

Thank you:-)

@suzie_loves_to_travel4171 Жыл бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Have you decided on an area yet?

@punchaisangdao1650 9 ай бұрын

I have learned a lot from your video,thank you

@AlwaysonaJourney 9 ай бұрын

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

@FundedFuturesTrader 9 ай бұрын

Very informative. Thank you...

@AlwaysonaJourney 9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@TNKeith Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@TNKeith Жыл бұрын

@Always on a Journey 🇺🇸 USA

@kippsguitar6539 Жыл бұрын

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

@kippsguitar6539 Жыл бұрын

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

@TNKeith Жыл бұрын

@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.

@ionarait1303 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@davidgiles5030 9 ай бұрын

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 9 ай бұрын

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 7 ай бұрын

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

@PepeLePauly Жыл бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. ;-)

@PepeLePauly Жыл бұрын

@@AlwaysonaJourney I made a new video about it if you'd like to have a look... 😎 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a9SRoa2Vmsm9ZI0.html

@TaskSwitcherify Ай бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney Ай бұрын

Thanks for the advice.

@mark-147 Жыл бұрын

Greetings from Chiang Mai!

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

Thansk Mark. Happy New Year. ;-)

@phairpil5429 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@Tkgotravel Жыл бұрын

The best hotel in old town Chala number 6 hotel

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@7ANGLIA 9 ай бұрын

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 9 ай бұрын

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

@Anonymous-zl6xr 4 ай бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney 4 ай бұрын

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

@tradeladder146 9 ай бұрын

What happened to Loi Kroch Naughty Bar Area ?

@AlwaysonaJourney 9 ай бұрын

I've never heard of that.

@paulgarza7491 10 ай бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney 10 ай бұрын

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

@ThePhiriyakon Жыл бұрын

Welcome to Chiangmai, Thaikand.❤🇹🇭

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

Thank you. It was so hot while we were there.

@CrisFleming Жыл бұрын

Excellent info

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

Oh very good. Good luck. ;-)

@user-qu1mk6mj8c Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@tomchii 5 ай бұрын

Soo many tourists though

@AlwaysonaJourney 5 ай бұрын

Is that a bad thing?

@neiltruslove7520 3 ай бұрын

Hi do you no Were the tattoo shop are

@AlwaysonaJourney 3 ай бұрын

I don't know about that. Sorry. :-)

@WandererBySoul 10 ай бұрын

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 10 ай бұрын

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

@mediterraneanme Жыл бұрын

Well done - thank you!

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

Thank you. ;-)

@yokiurattanawong1551 11 ай бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney 11 ай бұрын

Thank you too :-)

@richardjones9007 11 ай бұрын

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 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for your comment.

@davidgiles5030 9 ай бұрын

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

@tradeladder146 9 ай бұрын

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

@philsummers579 Жыл бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your honest feedback. ;-)

@2wheelsehrolling894 Жыл бұрын

Price ?"?

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

Cheaper than BKK.

@user-hw7jx7pv6w Жыл бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

Hopefully you can go one day.

@user-kl2gq9nh6t 8 ай бұрын

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 8 ай бұрын

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

@Kikifriedmann Жыл бұрын

The backround music is bad!!!

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

OK. Thanks for sharing your opinion.

@cdmorrissy3692 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@AlwaysonaJourney Жыл бұрын

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