Chala Number 6 opened its doors in the historic heart of Chiang Mai, just opposite Wat Chedi Luang. Combining a swimming pool, a modern spa facility, a shared games room and a meticulously maintained garden, it offers all the amenities of a 5-star hotel. Here's what you need to know.

Chala Number 6: a magnificent 5-star hotel overlooking Wat Chedi Luang

Located directly across from Wat Chedi Luang, Chala Number 6 welcomes guests visiting Chiang Mai with open arms. An excellent base for exploring the ancient capital of the Lanna kingdom, which once held sway from southern China to eastern Burma and Laos. You'll love the décor faithful to local traditions. The façade framed by columns, the high doors, the exotic trees in the courtyard speak to the opulence and splendor of bygone days. Sculpted peacocks enhance the interior—a bird that evokes the fertile Chiang Mai valley. The opulent mansion has been converted into a tourism accommodation.

Tradition and modernity blend seamlessly in the air-conditioned rooms, arranged on either side of a traditional Ihong, a hardwood granary where harvests were once stored. This timeless house will transport you to the prestigious past of the Rose City. The establishment implements health and safety measures related to epidemic prevention. Booking at Chala Number 6 is an excellent idea for an unforgettable getaway in northern Thailand.

Finding the hotel

Visitors will find the hotel in the Si Phum quarter, the cultural heart of Chiang Mai. The residence is about a dozen minutes' drive from Chiang Mai Airport. The journey takes an hour and a half or more if you're driving from Lampang Airport. Free parking is available for guests with vehicles. Pets are not welcome at the accommodation.

Make note of this address: 6, 6 Prapokkloa Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand.

Rooms and suites with impeccable comfort

Guests at Chala Number 6 will be treated like royalty. A color television with remote control offering multichannel programming, a wardrobe, a refrigerator and tea and coffee facilities ensure your comfort. A spacious bathroom completes the amenities. Room size starts from 34 m². To enjoy a bathtub or a remarkable view of the sanctuary, book a superior double room. For true luxury, spend at least one night in the Junior Suite, the Grand Chala Suite, or the Royal Chala Suite. Guests can stay connected to loved ones via Wi-Fi.

Attractions near the hotel

Chala Number 6 enjoys an excellent location for exploring Chiang Mai. Ancient temples, cultural monuments and sites of significance are within a few minutes' walk:

• Wat Phra Singh is a richly decorated temple featuring a collection of murals;

• Completed in the 16th century, Wat Chedi Luang is another gem of Chiang Mai's cultural heritage;

• Another temple not to be missed: Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, whose visit offers a perfect excuse for a hiking excursion;

• Strike a pose at Tha Pae Gate, a historic gate through which kings once made their solemn entry;

• To connect with the local population, make a detour to the Tha Pae Gate Night Bazaar, just a 6-minute walk from the accommodation. You'll find plenty of fresh produce and food items. The bazaar is also a perfect place to sample street food or enjoy the nightlife at local clubs.

Culinary experience

There are three dining options on-site:

• Chala Restaurant

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served at Chala Restaurant. Creativity shines throughout this restaurant, decorated with artwork and handcrafted details. À la carte menus showcase Lanna specialties and international cuisine classics.

• Allway Café

This café is set on a panoramic terrace. It's where guests typically come to unwind, chat over a cup of coffee or a smoothie while admiring the view of Chiang Mai's monumental entrance gate.

• Afternoon Tea

Don't miss afternoon tea in the rice granary! Guests enjoy a fine cup of tea accompanied by Thai pastries. There's a wide selection including tapioca pudding, sticky rice with bananas, tropical fruit salad, steamed melon cake, banana rolls topped with coconut, or sticky rice with mango—Thailand's most celebrated dessert. Afternoon tea is complimentary, but pastries are at your own expense.

Enjoy a variety of leisure facilities

• A dip in the swimming pool;

• Sunbathing on loungers;

• An evening at the bar with fellow travelers;

• A spa escape;

• A few rounds at the fitness center.

Sawa Discovery's review

• Without exaggeration, Chala Number 6 ranks among the finest jewels of Thai hospitality. It's rare to find a five-star property like Chala Number 6 that rivals European hotels of the same category;

• An ideal home base, whether you're exploring the city's architectural treasures or trekking in the mountains to connect with local hill tribes.