CHIANG MAI -- area code (66-53)

Sukantara Cascade Resort & Spa has been recognized by London’s Independent Newspaper as one of the world’s Five Best Hotels by Waterfalls. At the same time, the resort was chosen as one of the “Best Paradise Chiang Mai hotels” by The Tourism Authority of Thailand. Click here for more info.

Fern Paradise Resort Chiang Mai is a family-run resort near the Chiang Mai City offering 9 unique, spacious tree villas surrounded

by more than 300 types of ferns. All staff, including the owners, aim to provide guests with honest and warm hospitality to ensure a pleasant time while staying with us.
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• Baan Sammi
  79 M. 6, T. Pa Lan, A. Doi Saket, Utopia Map, 089-633-9517, email. Located near Doi Saket, about 15km northeast of Chiang Mai. A gay couple offering two lake-front bungalows and three pavilions as holiday or retirement rentals. For rent by day or long term. บ้านแซมมี ๗๙ หมู่บ้าน ๖ บ้านป่ายางปอย ตำบลป่าลาน อำเภอดอยสะเก็ด จังหวัดเชียงใหม่ ๕๐๒๒๐ Utopia Member Discount

  Ban Sabai Village Boutique Resort & Spa 219 Moo 9, San Pee Sua, 053-854-778, 053-854-779, FAX 053-854-775, email. A small gay and lesbian-friendly boutique resort with 19 units. Lanna rooms, Jacuzzi Junior Suites and Lanna Jacuzzi Spa Villas. Aircon, Wi-Fi, safety boxes and satellite TV. Ban Sabai Village is just 5 km from downtown Chiang Mai and the Night Bazaar area, yet located in a tropical garden paradise. Spa treatments, herbal stem, jacuzzi, pool, and gym. Cooking classes and detox health programs. Utopia Member Discount

• Bodhi Serene
  110 Ratchaphakhinai Rd, Tambol Phra-sing, Utopia Map 053-903-900, FAX 053-903-901, email. A chic, warm and quiet boutique hotel located in the old city of Chiang Mai, with close proximity to ancient temples, weekend markets and the Night Bazaar. There are 38 beautifully furnished rooms with private balconies overlooking a central courtyard area with waterfall and tropical garden. Gay and lesbian-friendly. Utopia Member Discount

  Club One Seven Guesthouse & Gym Chiang Mai 385/2 Charoen Prathet Rd, Changklan, Muang, Utopia Map, 053-274-317, FAX 053-274-932, email. Gay owned and managed classic Thai guesthouse offering 11 luxurious, uniquely decorated guest rooms, each designed with its own individual identity. This 130-year-old Thai teak wood house has been newly refurbished and creatively transformed into a haven for the gay community. Gym, sauna, herbal steam, hydro-pool with jacuzzi jets, exotic garden, secure individual lockers, relaxation rooms, Net lounge and café by the beautiful Ping River. Located just 1km from the city center. Feel very warmly welcomed in your "home away from home" in the care of their friendly and experienced staff. Utopia Member Discount

  Comments from Utopians:

  "Club One Seven Guesthouse & Gym has a dozen or so rooms. The advantage of rooms, sauna, pool, food, steam, etc, on one site is clear. The gym, sauna, steam and pool are very popular, especially so at weekends. Khun Tran, the manager, is first class and he gives very close attention to every detail." -- Squarsh, Jan 6, 2012

• Come-On Place
  15/3 Bumroongbury Rd, Phrasingha, Chiang Mai, 053-282-541, FAX 053-278-936. Gay-owned guesthouse located right next to the Suan Buak Had Park, on the south side of the old city, within the city moat. It has 14 brand new rooms with cable TV, aircon, attached bathroom. There is also an open-air restaurant and a number of friendly drinking places nearby which are open late and patronized by local university students.
• Cool Guest House
  87 Sripoom, Mueang, Utopia Map, 053-212-618, email. Gay-managed guesthouse located in the ancient city close to Changpueak (North Gate), 10 minute's drive from the airport. Free pcik-up at the airport, train or bus station. The neighborhoods includes historical monuments, temples, Thai food market, North Gate Jazz Co-Op bar, and local transportation. Easy walking distance to many cultural attractions. Free bicycle and tandem bicycle to discover the "Rose of the North". Utopia Member Discount

  Comments from Utopians:

  "The Cool Guest House is wonderful. It's close to the gay entertainment area in Chang Pueak and you can ride the free bike to the venues. Local young men play football in the nearby court, even after midnight." -- Justin, Dec 8, 2011

• Fern Paradise
  53 397 563, email. A family-run resort on the outskirts of Chiang Mai, 20 minutes from the city, offering nine spacious tree villas surrounded by more than 300 types of ferns. All staff, including the owners, aim to provide guests with honest and warm hospitality to ensure your pleasant time while staying with them.
• Kantary Hills Hotel
  44 Nimmanhemin Rd, Soi 12, 053-222-111, FAX 053-223-244, email. Trendy, gay-friendly all-suites hotel located within a short walking distance to many restaurants, bars, shops and nightclubs. This stunning property offers unparalleled service and comprehensive facilities. Utopia Member Discount
• Lotus Hotel
  2/25 Viangbua Road, Tambol Chang-phuak, Amphur Muang, Chiang Mai, Utopia Map, 053-215-376 FAX 053-221-340, email. Chiang Mai's long-running gay hotel offers ten beautiful rooms equipped with queen-sized beds, private bath, hot water, air-con, cable TV, VCR plus video library, and mini-bar. Lovely garden terrace for breakfast or lunch. Tour and transportation services available. Utopia Member Discount
• Paradise Development and Real Estate Co., Ltd.
  64 Moo 1, Ban Pa Hiang, Sankamphaeng, 053-880-295, email. Gay-wned rentals of rooms, apartments or villas in beautiful Chiang Mai. The ‘place to be’ for complete relaxation in the ideal center for exploring the northern part of Thailand. Utopia Member Discount
• PJ's Place
  19 Soi Plubplueng, Huay Keaw Rd, 053-404-894, FAX 053-404-272, email. PJ's Place is a gay guesthouse ideally situated just outside the northwest corner of Chiang Mai's famous moat, surrounded by a garden, high walls and private nooks. Modern, custom built accommodations, tastefully furnished to the highest levels of comfort, cleanliness and hygiene. Just a short walk to House of Male, Soho Bar and Guesthouse, Glass Onion, La Vie en Rose, Darling Wine Bar along with many excellent restaurants and other gay bars and massage venues. A central location to access many of the popular gay treats of Chiang Mai.

  Comments from Utopians:

  "Stayed at PJ's Place and it was fantastic." -- smilingjeff, Oct 26, 2011

• Queen Victoria Inn
  252/13-14 prapokklao Rd, 053-418-266, email. A traditional English pub in the heart of Chiang Mai city, next to Khum Kaew palace. Top class gay and lesbian-friendly accommodation in eight en suite guest rooms, including aircon, ceiling fan, room safe, fridge and free tea and coffee. Daily maid service. Wireless Net available throughout the property. The bar is very traditional with John Smiths, Guinness, Heineken and Strongbow on draught. The restaurant serves an international menu from good old fish and chips and pies to Mexican, Indian, Thai and Italian. Utopia Member Discount
• Santitham Guest House
  61 Santitham Rd, 053-406-449. Gay-owned guest house, located close to the Chiang Phuak bars, in the style of traditional Thai homes. A modern villa with all the modern conveniences. Discounts for weekly and monthly bookings. Breakfast and airport transfer also available.
• Seven Suns
  155 Rachmankha Rd, Prasingh, Chiang Mai (near BP City Hotel), 053-814-325, email. A gay-friendly guesthouse located in the middle of the old city near Wat Prasingh and the amazing Sunday Walking Market. They have 12 rooms with individual themes, private bathroom with shower and toilet. All rooms have aircon, minibar, free tea/coffee and water, great TV selection and reading lamps. They offer Thai and international cuisine in their restaurant from 7am-11pm, with indoor and outdoor seating. Airport transfers are available on request. Utopia Member Discount
• Soho Bar and Guesthouse
  20/3 Huay Kaew Rd, 053-404-175, 085-029-8485 (English), 089-855-9400 (English/Thai), email. Three contemporary guest rooms with modern amenities. One is a 2-room suite with living room. Cable TV, Wi-Fi, mini-bar, fridge, king bed, aircon and coffee/tea in all rooms. Daily maid service and friendly management and staff. Utopia Member Discount
• Studio99 Serviced Apartments
  48 Soi 3 Thapae Rd, 053-206-960, Utopia Map, email. A small, exclusive development of luxury serviced apartments available by the day week or month and situated only a few minutes walk from Chiang Mai's famous Night Bazaar. Gay and lesbian-friendly. Utopia Member Discount
• Sukantara Cascade Resort & Spa
  12/2 M. 8, T. Maeram, A. Mae Rim, 081-881-1444, 081-881-6570 FAX 081-881-7404, email. A small, friendly, luxurious boutique resort on the sloping bank of a mountain stream, 45 minutes drive from the airport and city. Sixteen Lanna/Balinese-style accommodations containing world-class amenities for your every comfort. Lounging on your cottage veranda, be lulled by the sound of bubbling water and wild birds from the jungle. Great for a private, romantic getaway from the life's frenetic pace. Enjoy a traditional kantoke dinner in candle light by a waterfall. Indulge yourself at the Chiida Spa including their exotic waterfall therapy. Visit nearby elephant camps, monkey center, butterfly and orchid farms, botanical gardens, tiger farm, extreme sports, motor biking and golf. Or hike two kilometers to a Karen hilltribe village.
• Tha-Nam Restaurant and Guest House
  43/3 Thanon Changklan, A. Muang Chiang Mai, 053-275-125, 053-282-988, FAX 053-275-125. South of downtown, perched on the bank of the Ping River. Its decor is rustic Lanna style, with lots of wood carving and sculpture everywhere. The rooms are charming and simple, the staff friendly and helpful. At night, the open-air restaurant is packed with locals who come for the famous food and atmosphere. Reasonable prices. Be sure to book in advance for holidays because Thai customers book here months ahead of time, especially for Chiang Mai's famous Songkran celebrations.
• Yokka Dok
  11 Ratchamankha Rd, Utopia Map, email. Gay-owned guesthouse located in the heart of Chiang Mai. Two lovely guest rooms, each furnished with cable TV, Wifi and a mini bar. Comfortable beds. Fan or aircon rooms. Restaurant serving scrumptious cocktails and delicious food. Cabaret shows on special occasions.

  Comments from Utopians:

  "You have gay friendly accomodation near the House of Male in PJs Guesthouse, The Nest, The Green Palace and the new hotel starting up, The Victoria." -- dominoz, Jan 22, 2012

Chiang Rai -- area code (66-53)

• Laluna Hotel and Resort
  160 Moo 14 Sanambin Rd Muang, 087-910-5620, FAX 053-756-558, . This gay and lesbian-friendly resort is nestled in a beautiful garden setting with 79 modern Thai style houses that are fully equipped with international standard amenities. The management is warm and friendly and will make your stay in Chiang Rai feel like home. Wireless Internet service, swimming pool, jacuzzi and restaurant. Utopia Member Discount
• The North Hotel
  612/100-101 Sirikorn Market, Wiang, Muang, 08-9477-2547, FAX 053-740-156, email. A small, family-and-friends-run hotel in the city center, between Sirikorn Market and the Night Bazaar. The ownership is partly Thai, partly Norwegian. They aim at giving guests good quality and personal service at a reasonable price. Located in a quiet street with the bus station and The Night Bazaar in one end, and Sirikorn Market, the fruit and flower market, on the other. Within walking distance from everywhere in downtown Chiang Rai. Gay and lesbian-friendly.
• Rai Rakang
  081-850-1106, email. Gay-owned Rai Rakang is a small coffee plantation situated on the outskirts of Ban Haui Sak, 15 min south of Chiang Rai (or 30 min from Chiang Rai Int'l Airport). There are two fully serviced guesthouses perched atop a hill overlooking a lake. With its backdrop of mountains, the view is truly stunning. One is a refurbished farmer’s cottage furnished with Burmese colonial furniture, a music system, but no telephone or TV. The larger one offers a spacious living room, a large Chinese canopied bed, en-suite bathroom, a music system, telephone and Internet access, but no TV. A large kitchen is located below the sala. Rates include daily breakfast, complimentary laundry service and airport transfers. They can arrange for a rental car and driver for exploring the province.

Lampang -- area code (66-54)

• Baan Suan Pu Pa Guesthouse Resort
  2 Ban Pha lad M 4 T. Prabat Muang, 054-247-878, email. Gay and lesbian-friendly deluxe accommodations at an affordable price. Rooms have private baths, aircon, and mini bar. Facilities include cocktail bar, resturant and more. Situated in a tropical and garden setting.