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Book InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping if you want a polished city hotel near Chiang Mai culture and nightlife. Choose another hotel if you prefer a secluded resort, rice-field views, or a quiet mountain setting outside town.

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The rooms blend contemporary comfort with local design details inspired by Northern Thai culture and Chiang Mai craftsmanship. They are best for travelers who want a restful city retreat after temples, markets, cooking classes, or day trips.

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InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping is in central Chiang Mai, close to the historic Old City and local shopping streets. The location is useful for Tha Phae Gate, the Night Bazaar, Warorot Market, temples, cafes, and easy taxi rides across town.

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InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping

InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping stands near the edge of Chiang Mai's historic old city, close to Tha Phae Gate, night markets, temples, and the daily street life that gives northern Thailand its texture. The hotel is not a remote resort. It is a city base with a strong sense of Lanna culture, designed for guests who want Chiang Mai within easy reach.

The property opened as an InterContinental after a major transformation of the former Mae Ping hotel, a name with deep local memory. The new version keeps that sense of place while bringing the rooms, restaurants, spa, and public spaces into a calmer, more polished form. It feels rooted in the city rather than dropped into it.

Rooms

  • 240 240

Hotel Style

  • Charming Charming

Leisure

  • Fitness Fitness
  • Pool Pool
  • Spa Spa
  • Sauna Sauna

Experiences

  • Culture Culture
  • City Vibe City Vibe

Facilities

  • Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair Accessible
  • Connecting Rooms Connecting Rooms

Rooms & Suites at InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping

Classic City View Room
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Classic City View Room

323 ft2 - 334 ft2
From 185 USD

The Classic City View Room combines traditional craftsmanship with modern comfort. Intricately carved wooden screens slide open to reveal a stylish standalone bathtub. The open...

Classic Mountain View Room
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Classic Mountain View Room

323 ft2
From 196 USD

The Classic Mountain View Room combines classic craftsmanship with modern comforts. Enjoy a unique stay. Wooden screens slide open to reveal an open bathroom with...

Classic Terrace Hot Tub Room
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Classic Terrace Hot Tub Room

323 ft2 - 334 ft2
From 213 USD

The Classic Terrace Hot Tub Room offers a warm, stylish space for quiet comfort. It features a king-sized bed with soft premium cotton linen and...

Premium City View Room
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Premium City View Room

463 ft2
From 220 USD

The Premium City View Room provides a peaceful and elegant space for relaxation. Soft shades of sandy green and cream create a soothing atmosphere. Handcrafted...

Premium Mountain View Room
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Premium Mountain View Room

463 ft2
From 232 USD

The Premium Mountain View Room offers a peaceful escape with elegant and natural décor. Soft shades of sandy green and cream create a relaxing atmosphere....

Premium City View Club Room
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Premium City View Club Room

463 ft2
From 309 USD

The Premium City View Club Room at InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping is a luxurious escape. It features elegant decor and modern comforts. It...

Premium Mountain View Club Room
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Premium Mountain View Club Room

463 ft2
From 330 USD

The Premium Mountain View Club Room provides a chic and tranquil escape. It features soft, sandy green and cream tones, hand-crafted furnishings, and heritage-inspired fabrics....

Premium Terrace Hot Tub Room
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Premium Terrace Hot Tub Room

463 ft2
From 372 USD

The Premium Terrace Hot Tub Room offers a peaceful space filled with warm colors. It has soft green and cream tones that create a calming...

Club Suite
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Club Suite

743 ft2
From 557 USD

The Club Suite offers a refined stay with personalized service and exclusive privileges. It provides a spacious and adaptable environment for relaxation and work. The...

Mountain View Club Suite
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Mountain View Club Suite

786 ft2
From 593 USD

The Mountain View Club Suite offers a luxurious and spacious retreat with breathtaking views. Large windows fill the room with natural light, creating a bright...

The location is practical for travelers who want to explore on foot. Tha Phae Gate, Warorot Market, the old city lanes, Kalm Village, and several temples are all within a useful radius. The night bazaar and riverside dining areas are also easy to reach by short drive or walk, depending on the route and weather.

Chiang Mai International Airport is about 6.3 kilometers away, according to IHG, which keeps arrivals and departures simple. That matters in a city where many travelers also plan trips to Doi Suthep, craft villages, elephant sanctuaries, cooking schools, and mountain viewpoints.

The hotel works because it sits between old and new Chiang Mai. Guests can step into market streets, return for a swim, then head out again for dinner or a temple walk. The city remains close, but the hotel gives the day a place to settle.

The hotel has 240 rooms and suites, many looking toward the old town or the misty slopes of Doi Suthep. Interiors draw on local craft, soft color, and northern Thai patterns without becoming heavy. The mood is composed, with enough detail to feel specific to Chiang Mai.

Rooms are designed for travelers who want comfort after full days outside. Expect calm beds, work space, warm textures, and bathrooms made for a proper city stay. The best categories add stronger views or more room to spread out.

Suites make sense for longer visits, families, or guests who want a separate living area. Chiang Mai often encourages slow mornings and late evenings, so extra space can change the rhythm of the trip. It gives guests room to pause between markets, temples, and meals.

Dining is one of the hotel's most useful strengths. IHG lists three restaurants, each with a different role. Gad Lanna brings Northern Thai flavors and an all-day rhythm, while HONG's Chinese Restaurant and Sky Bar adds rooftop views and a more dramatic evening mood.

Kam Lobby Lounge gives the property a softer daily space for tea, coffee, light bites, or a quiet meeting. This mix is helpful because Chiang Mai days can be varied. Guests may want a quick breakfast before a tour, a slow lunch after shopping, or a rooftop drink at sunset.

The food and drink program also helps the hotel feel connected to the city. Chiang Mai has a strong dining culture, and hotel restaurants need a clear point of view to matter. Here, the best moments come when local flavor, view, and design work together.

The ii Spa gives guests a calm place to recover from heat, travel, and long days outside. IHG lists spa hours from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, which makes it easy to plan a treatment before dinner or after a day trip. Services include beauty treatments, body scrubs, wraps, and facials.

The outdoor pool adds another layer of ease. It suits families, couples, and solo travelers who want a break from the city without losing the sense of being in Chiang Mai. A swim between morning sightseeing and an evening market can reset the whole day.

A fitness center supports guests who keep a routine while traveling. Wellness here is not framed as a separate retreat. It is part of how the hotel helps travelers handle a city that invites early starts, long walks, and full itineraries.

The hotel describes itself as a living museum, and that idea makes sense when the design is read slowly. Local teak, art, patterns, and craft cues give public spaces a story without turning the hotel into a display case. The design feels respectful rather than staged.

Chiang Mai's cultural appeal is broad. Guests may visit Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, the Silver Temple, MAIIAM Contemporary Art Museum, or nearby craft communities. The hotel gives these plans a comfortable base, with staff able to help arrange timing and transport.

That support matters because Chiang Mai can be gentle and busy at once. The old city is easy to love, but days can become full quickly. A well-located hotel with strong service lets guests explore without turning each plan into a puzzle.

InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping also works for events. Its central location, refreshed interiors, and cultural design language make it suitable for weddings, private dinners, meetings, and group stays. Guests can combine formal plans with old city walks and local dining.

The hotel is large enough to support groups, yet it does not feel detached from Chiang Mai. That balance helps for guests attending a celebration or meeting who still want the place itself to mean something.

For destination weddings or family gatherings, the setting offers a useful mix: city access, cultural atmosphere, strong rooms, restaurants, and spaces for rest. It is easier to host when people can enjoy the neighborhood before and after the main event.

This hotel is best for travelers who want Chiang Mai's old city, night markets, temples, and food scene close by, while still returning to a polished full-service base. Couples, families, solo travelers, and groups can all make sense of the location.

It may not suit guests who want a remote mountain hideaway or a quiet villa far from town. The appeal here is different. It is about being near the city's pulse, then stepping back into calm rooms, spa time, and rooftop views.

Choose InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping for a stay that blends local memory with current comfort. It gives Chiang Mai a thoughtful city address, close to the gates, markets, temples, and mountain views that make the city linger in the mind.

Why we love this hotel

Why we love this hotel

This hotel is in the city center, near the night market and Tha Phae Gate. It feels like a peaceful escape from the buzz.

Indulge in The II Spa’s holistic treatments! The Golden Lanna Massage blends detox, aromatherapy, and gold leaf for ultimate relaxation.

End your day at Hong's Sky Bar with great sunset views, cocktails, and gourmet tapas. Chic vibes, great DJs, and fancy mixologists make it unforgettable.

Location of INTERCONTINENTAL THE MAE PING

153 SRIDONCHAI ROAD CHANG KHLA CHIANG MAI 50100 TH THAILAND

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What to Know About InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping

Is InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping worth it?

Yes. InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping is worth it for travelers who want a polished five-star base near Chiang Mai Old City. It works well for culture trips, food-focused stays, couples, families, and guests who want comfort close to markets and temples.

Where is InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping located?

InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping is in central Chiang Mai, close to the historic Old City and local shopping streets. The location is useful for Tha Phae Gate, the Night Bazaar, Warorot Market, temples, cafes, and easy taxi rides across town.

How many rooms does InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping have?

InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping has 240 rooms and suites across a 16-floor city hotel. The size gives travelers a full-service five-star hotel experience, while the design still draws on Chiang Mai craft and Lanna heritage.

What are the rooms like at InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping?

The rooms blend contemporary comfort with local design details inspired by Northern Thai culture and Chiang Mai craftsmanship. They are best for travelers who want a restful city retreat after temples, markets, cooking classes, or day trips.

Is InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping close to Chiang Mai Airport?

Yes. Chiang Mai International Airport is about 6.3 kilometers from InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping. The short airport distance makes the hotel practical for weekend trips, late arrivals, early departures, and multi-stop Thailand itineraries.

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