Thailand destinations
Where to Stay in Chiang Rai: Best Areas
Where to stay in Chiang Rai — the convenient city centre or scenic hillside resorts.
Chiang Rai is compact and affordable.
City centre — for convenience
Near the night bazaar and clock tower, walkable and cheap, with the most choice.
Riverside & hills — for scenery
Boutique resorts along the river and in the surrounding hills for a quieter, scenic stay.
See also: the full Chiang Rai travel guide.
Frequently asked questions
Where should you stay in Chiang Rai? +
The city centre for convenience and the night bazaar, or a hillside/riverside resort for scenery and calm.
Is Chiang Rai cheap? +
Yes — it is quieter and more affordable than Chiang Mai, with good-value guesthouses and resorts.
Part of our Chiang Rai guide.
