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Chiang Mai Elephant Friends

3.0 star property
Mae Wang hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Double Room | Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Asian cuisine
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Premium Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Located in the heart of Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Elephant Friends offers a tranquil retreat with continental breakfast and a cozy coffee shop. Guests can unwind in the lush garden or take advantage of laundry facilities. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
  • Snack bar/deli
$65 nightly
The total price is $70
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Total with taxes and fees

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Double Room | Terrace/patio

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Private pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 118 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • 388 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Comfort Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 215 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 248 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Bungalow

  • Sleeps 6

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Deluxe Bungalow

  • Sleeps 3

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Pool Side

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bungalow Air

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Map
201 Moo.9 Mae Win, Chat Wat, Mae Wang, Chiang Mai, 50360

What's nearby

  • Maevang Elephant Camp - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Elephant Jungle Sanctuary: Chiang Mai Camp - 16 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Chiang Mai University - 55 min drive - 53.0 km
  • Tha Phae Gate - 56 min drive - 54.1 km
  • Chiang Mai Night Bazaar - 57 min drive - 54.1 km

Getting around

  • Chiang Mai Intl. Airport (CNX) - 64 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Pon Elephant Thailand - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪เฮือนหอมรฎา - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mae Wang Mountain View - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Tawan Riverside Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪เหือนหอมรฏา - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Chiang Mai Elephant Friends

Enjoy your visit to Mae Wang with a stay at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 5 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Deck or patio

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This café specializes in Asian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of THB 700 per vehicle (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for THB 500.0 per day

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts cash.

Also known as

Chiang Mai Elephant Friends Hotel
Chiang Mai Elephant Friends Mae Wang
Chiang Mai Elephant Friends Hotel Mae Wang

Frequently asked questions

Does Chiang Mai Elephant Friends offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Chiang Mai Elephant Friends does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Chiang Mai Elephant Friends?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is THB 700 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends and nearby?

Chiang Mai Elephant Friends has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Chiang Mai Elephant Friends?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Asian cuisine.

Does Chiang Mai Elephant Friends have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a deck or patio.

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Reviews

Chiang Mai Elephant Friends Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

This is the most amazing place love love this place
Karina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful experience!
Lizbett, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this place staff are very friendly
Magaly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a amazing experience you can see the elephants are well taken care of the food at the restaurant was sooo good views are amazing
Chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

San dae is the best baby elephant

Always love coming and staying here
THOR CONNOR, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything about my stay was amazing....staff were great, food was excellent and the elephant experience was a once and a life time adventure
Melissa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Me encantó!!! Limpio, cómodo y se ven muy bien cuidados los elefantes 💜
maria ignacia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Don’t miss this one.

Amazing, all of it, only downside we didn’t stay longer. It was truly special. I loved the entire property. The elephants, the food, the people that worked there.
Kristi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great experience at a great place!!
Cristin, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was an extremely relaxing atmosphere, staff were very friendly and helpful. There were multiple things to do and the accommodations were great. My only addition would be in room coffee. There was a hot water pot, but no beverage package.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had so much fun in this hotel . The staff were very helpful and friendly . I will definitely come back with my family.
Genesis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience.
Kimberley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved every single second. Such an amazing place and staff.
Nathali, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place was quiet and peaceful. Everyone here was polite and helpful. Our time with the elephants was awesome, my wife loved it! Would recommend to a friend. This place also has good food!
Chad, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Warning- this is not an elephant sanctuary but a tourist business. Elephants are chained up 12 hours a day and made to do tricks.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This stay was amazing. It was truly a 3 person room and we had plenty of space among us. The room was clean and the natural light was a pleasure to wake up to.
Julia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best experience ever. You have to stay here!
Elaine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was such a great stay. I loved the elephants that you’ve seen everywhere the property, had fun bathing Nono and feeding Sakhong and the rafting was a great as well. It was far from the city and the walking to the room was a bit of a challenge but staff are very helpful to give us a ride in their motorbike. We had a great time,
Hilda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was indeed an amazing experience and I will definitely recommend to everyone. Thanks for having me 🙏
Sun, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Just Wow! We had an amazing stay at Elephant Friends Resort. Our bungalow was right in the river. Very comfortable beds. Everything you need! The staff was amazing and restaurant food excellent. We did the bamboo river rafting which we loved!!! Then the morning of our departure the elephants came for breakfast. Just a magical experience. I highly recommend this resort. And the elephants are well cared for ❤️
Yvonne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The views overlooking the river are just amazing. The bungalow is simple but clean with wifi, comfortable bed and a/c. Staying here for the day is fantastic. You will see the elephants walking around all day and you can watch others with their elephants. I especially liked that if you sign up for a walk or bathing etc it will be only with your group. The staff go out of their way to take pics for you on your phone so you can focus on the elephants. Must do the morning wake up... the best.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is wonderful and they treat the elephants very well. We would love to see more care for the environment with just so much garbage in and around the river but it did not take away too much from the experience. Leo was our guide for the full day and was a very kind hearted guy who genuinely cares for the animals.
Andreas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing

Amazing place in the jungle. We did the elephant wake up, the day with the elephants and trip to Doi Inthanon. The elephants were incredible, the highlight of our trip. The restaurant was fantastic...some of the best food we had. Breakfast had lots of choice too. The room was very basic and there was a distinct drain smell in our room. However, it was worth it for the once in a lifetime experience.
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Magical Stay a Elephant Friends

Our time at elephant Friends in Mae Wang was excellent. It was all that we expected and more. The staff is very attentive and polite. Be prepared to walk a bridge from the reception area to your room! It's actually quite cool. I had expected it since I saw it on a YouTube video. However, they will also let you know that as well. If you're expecting the city scape, this is not the place for you! This is rural living at its finest! River flowing, mountains in the landscape, trees, and oh, elephants! Those huge gentle animals. You can see that they are content! You will not be disappointed if you choose this place as a destination.
Elephant Breakfast
It was Our 40th anniversary
The river
John, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The place is pretty amazing, the elephants are big babies… i expect a little more time with them as anything you want to do with them has to be paid for.
Ivannia, 1-night trip