Kaomai Lanna Resort occupies a 20-acre estate in San Pa Thong, Sarapee district, 25 km from Chiang Mai on the road to Doi Inthanon, Thailand's highest mountain. What sets it apart is its architecture: restored former tobacco drying barns converted into rooms, nestled within a tropical garden.

Why Choose Kaomai Lanna Resort

The name "Kaomai Lanna" combines two words from Northern Thailand: Kaomai, meaning a bush or tree-filled garden, and Lanna, the historic northern kingdom. Together they mean "the pleasant garden of Lanna." The hotel opened on January 7, 1997, and was renovated on January 3, 2006.

The property is classified as 3-star and features 36 rooms. Its positioning sets it apart from Chiang Mai's urban offerings: here, you stay in the countryside, within a heritage setting tied to the region's agricultural tobacco history, midway between the city and Doi Inthanon National Park.

Heritage Atmosphere in Restored Tobacco Barns

The resort's identity rests on the rehabilitation of tobacco drying barns, wooden structures characteristic of Northern Thailand's agricultural landscape. The furnishings blend period colonial-style pieces with contemporary comfort, creating an atmosphere that departs from typical tropical resort conventions.

The estate features a tropical garden, a small pond, and several walking trails. Two traditional Thai houses can host art workshops, yoga sessions, or conferences.

Rooms

The 36 rooms are housed within the former tobacco barns and all feature a private terrace. Décor combines original woodwork with modern amenities: air conditioning, television, refrigerator, minibar, telephone, and bottled water. Private bathrooms include shower, bathtub, hair dryer, and bathrobes. Colonial-style period furnishings give each room its own distinctive character.