Ban Rai Tin Thai Ngarm Nature Lodge is definitely the answer. It is a rustic facility set in the forest surrounded by local villagers where you can touch real Thai culture.The lodge is only a 30 minute drive north of Chiang Mai in the Mae Rim District. Each lovely ensuite bungalow has a king size bed, private bathroom,refrigerator, fan, cable T.V and free Wi-Fi internet. There are tiled terraces both in front and back of the bungalows for you to sit and enjoy the garden and the fish ponds, read, and relax.
Why stay only in the city?
Real Thai Culture can only be experienced by staying in a local village. Ban Rai Tin Thai Ngarm Nature Lodge is situated in a 3 acres garden surrounded by small villages, friendly neighbours,fields, orchards, and forest. The quiet roads and trails are excellent for sight-seeing walks. There are many popular attractions in the area such as elephant camps, waterfalls, botanical gardens, monkey shows,snake farms and orchid nurseries. These are only 2-4 km from our lodge and you can walk or bike to them or we can take you in our van.