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 communal games room and a carefully maintained garden, it presents 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 across from Wat Chedi Luang, Chala Number 6 welcomes visitors to Chiang Mai with open arms. An excellent base for exploring the ancient capital of the Lanna kingdom, which once commanded territory stretching to southern China, eastern Burma and Laos. You'll love the décor faithful to local traditions. The façade framed by columns, the soaring doors, the exotic trees in the courtyard all speak to the opulence and splendour of bygone days. Sculpted peacocks adorn the interior, a bird that evokes the lush Chiang Mai valley. This opulent mansion has been converted into a tourism accommodation.

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

Locating the hotel

Visitors will find the hotel in the Si Phum district, the cultural heart of Chiang Mai. The residence is about a twelve-minute 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.

Remember 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 colour television with remote control offering multiple channels, a wardrobe, a refrigerator and tea and coffee facilities cater to your comfort. A spacious bathroom completes the setup. Room size starts from 34 m². To enjoy a bathtub or a remarkable view of the sanctuary, book a superior double room. For greater luxury, spend at least one night in the Junior Suite, the Grand Chala Suite or the Royal Chala Suite. Guests can stay connected with their loved ones via Wi-Fi.

Attractions near the hotel

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

• Wat Phra Singh is a lavishly decorated temple with an impressive collection of murals;

• Completed in the sixteenth century, Wat Chedi Luang is equally a gem of Chiang Mai's cultural heritage;

• Another temple not to be missed: Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, whose visit doubles as an excuse for some hiking;

• Strike a pose in front of Tha Pae Gate, a historic gateway through which kings once made their solemn entrance;

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

Culinary experience

There are three dining venues on site:

• Chala Restaurant

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served at Chala Restaurant. Creativity shines in this venue, decorated with artworks and thoughtful artisanal touches. À la carte menus feature Lanna specialities and international cuisine classics.

• Allway Café

This café is set on a panoramic terrace. It's where guests typically unwind, chat over a cup of coffee or a smoothie while taking in views of Chiang Mai's monumental entrance gate.

• Afternoon Tea

Don't miss afternoon tea in the rice granary! Guests are treated to a proper cup of tea accompanied by Thai pastries. There's plenty to choose from: tapioca pudding, sticky rice with banana, tropical fruit salad, steamed melon cake, coconut-drizzled banana rolls, or sticky rice with mango—Thailand's most celebrated dessert. Afternoon tea is complimentary, though pastries are charged separately.

Enjoy a variety of leisure facilities

• A dip in the swimming pool;

• Sunbathing on loungers;

• An evening at the bar with fellow travellers;

• A spa escape;

• A few sessions in the fitness room.

Sawa Discovery's verdict

• Without overstating it, 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 calibre;

• An ideal home base, whether you're touring the Rose City's grand architectural ensembles or trekking in the mountains to connect with ethnic hill tribes.