With a service score of 9.6 out of 10 — the highest in its review category across the Chiang Mai Old City — Smile Lanna Hotel sets a benchmark for hospitality that few properties can match. This 4.5-star hotel sits just 50 metres from the city centre, combining an unbeatable location with consistently outstanding guest experiences.
Location & Surroundings
Smile Lanna occupies a prime spot within the Old City walls, placing guests within walking distance of Chiang Mai's most celebrated landmarks:
- Buak Hard Public Park — 190 m (the city's favourite green space) - Wua Lai Walking Street — 760 m (Saturday night market) - Wat Phra Singh — 890 m - Wat Chedi Luang — 940 m - Tha Phae Gate — 1.56 km
Chiang Mai International Airport is 2.3 kilometres away, and the hotel provides a complimentary airport shuttle — a significant perk that saves arriving guests both money and hassle. Free parking is also available for those with rental vehicles.
Rooms & Accommodation
The hotel offers four room types, all generously sized by Old City standards:
- Superior Room — 35 m², double or twin beds, city views - Grand Deluxe Double Room — 45 m², double bed, pool views - Grand Deluxe Room with Balcony — 45 m², double bed, pool views, private balcony - Family Suite — 48 m², double bed plus single or three singles, city views
All rooms come with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and modern amenities. The Grand Deluxe rooms with pool views are the sweet spot for couples, while the Family Suite's flexible bedding arrangement works well for families with children.
Dining — Ton Khao Restaurant
The on-site Ton Khao Restaurant is a genuine draw rather than an afterthought. Specialising in authentic Northern Thai cuisine — including khao soi, sai ua, and nam prik noom — the kitchen also serves broader Thai favourites and international dishes. The restaurant overlooks the swimming pool, creating a pleasant dining atmosphere.
Breakfast is served buffet-style with a wide selection spanning American, Asian, and Continental options. Guests consistently single out the breakfast quality as a highlight of their stay.
Facilities
- Swimming pool with sun loungers and garden setting - Ton Khao Restaurant — all-day dining with pool views - Free airport shuttle — complimentary transfers - Free parking on site - 24-hour front desk - Tour desk and ticket booking - Daily housekeeping
The property maintains a well-kept garden around the pool area, providing a green oasis within the Old City's dense streetscape.
What Guests Say
The review scores paint a picture of near-flawless execution:
- Service: 9.6/10 (city average: 8.8) — the standout metric - Cleanliness: 9.4/10 (city average: 8.8) - Facilities: 9.2/10 (city average: 8.4) - Value for Money: 9.2/10 (city average: 8.3) - Location: 9.1/10 (city average: 8.2)
From 1,488 reviews, the hotel achieved 28 consecutive positive ratings with zero negative reviews over the past year. Guests most frequently praise the welcoming staff, the quality breakfast, and the ideal location for exploring the Old City on foot.
Practical Information
- Check-in: from 14:00 | Check-out: by 12:00 - Rates: from approximately ฿3,144 per night - Airport distance: 2.3 km (free shuttle) - Free Wi-Fi and free parking - Breakfast available (buffet, surcharge or included with select plans)
Nearby on Terra Lanna
For other Old City stays, see Na U Hotel (0.2 km, 4-star, 9.3/10) and Pingviman Hotel (0.2 km, 4-star, 8.9/10) for well-reviewed alternatives within steps.
Written by Terra Lanna from verified data — star rating, guest review scores, real coordinates and distances, and Agoda's own facility and location data. Master English version; other languages are translated from this.
Local Insider Guide for Smile Lanna Hotel
Old City Quarter · 367 m (Walk ~5 min) from Wat Sri Suphan (The World First Silver Temple)
Golden Hour & Heritage
Staying at Smile Lanna Hotel puts you 367 m (Walk ~5 min) from Wat Sri Suphan (The World First Silver Temple). Visit around 7:00 AM or 5:00 PM when warm golden-hour sunlight illuminates the Lanna architecture without crowds.
Everyday Walkability
For everyday essentials, 7-Eleven Chiang Mai Gate Market is only 808 m (Walk ~10 min) from Smile Lanna Hotel, while evening strolls to Saturday Walking Street (Wualai) (302 m · Walk ~4 min) offer an authentic slice of local life.
Nearby Culinary Gem
Don't miss SP Chicken (Legendary Roasted Chicken Wat Phra Singh), located just 795 m (Walk ~10 min) from Smile Lanna Hotel — a top local favorite for authentic Chiang Mai flavors and specialty coffee.
4-Dimension Stay Profile for Smile Lanna Hotel
Tranquility & Rest
5-star property in Old City offering restful sleep and serene surroundings.
Aesthetic & Character
Distinctive architectural character within easy reach of Wat Sri Suphan (The World First Silver Temple).
Walkability & Access
Convenient access to 24h essentials and Saturday Walking Street (Wualai) from the property.
Dining & Cafe Scene
Surrounded by local northern eateries and specialty coffee including SP Chicken (Legendary Roasted Chicken Wat Phra Singh).
Walking Convenience & Everyday Essentials
High Walkability — Just 808 m (Walk ~10 min) from 7-Eleven Chiang Mai Gate Market and close to Saturday Walking Street (Wualai)
- Fitness room
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Restaurants
- Front desk [24-hour]
- English
- Chinese [Mandarin]
- Thai
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
- Internet
- LAN Internet
- Internet services
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- Fitness room
- Garden
- Gym/fitness room
- Hot tub
- On-site entertainment
- Swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Ticket booking service
- Tour services
- Anti-viral cleaning products
- Body thermometer
- Breakfast takeaway service
- Cashless payment service
- Daily disinfection in all rooms
- Daily disinfection in common areas
- Staff wear protective masks
- First aid kit
- Free face masks
- Guest rooms seal after sanitization
- Hand sanitizer
- Hotel room service app
- Hot water linen and laundry washing
- Hygiene certification
- Individually-wrapped food options
- Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
- Professional-grade sanitizing services
- Protective screens in common areas
- Room sanitization opt-out available
- Rooms sanitized between stays
- Safe dining setup
- Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
- Shared stationery removed
- Staff trained in safety protocol
- Sterilizing equipment
- Temperature check for guests and staff
- À la carte breakfast
- À la carte dining in restaurant
- Alternative meal arrangement
- Asian breakfast
- Asian restaurant
- Bar
- Bottled water
- Breakfast [buffet]
- Breakfast [continental]
- Free breakfast
- Breakfast service
- Chinese restaurant
- Coffee/tea in restaurant
- Coffee shop
- Desserts in restaurant
- Fruits/snacks
- À la carte breakfast
- Halal breakfast
- Happy hour
- International restaurant
- Poolside bar
- Halal restaurant
- Breakfast in restaurant
- Dinner in restaurant
- Lunch in restaurant
- Restaurants
- Room service
- Salad in restaurant
- Snack bar
- Soup in restaurant
- Vegetarian restaurant
- Western breakfast
- Western restaurant
- Air conditioning in public area
- Audio-visual equipment for special events
- Concierge service
- Contactless check-in/out
- Daily housekeeping
- Doorman
- Dry cleaning
- Elevator
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Fireplace
- Pet grooming service
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Meetings
- Meeting stationery
- Special event venue
- Postal service
- Projector/LED display
- Safety deposit box
- Seminars
- Smoke-free property
- Smoking area
- Terrace
- Wi-Fi for special events
- Photocopier/fax in business center
- Family/child friendly
- Family room
- Kids facilities
- Kids meal
- Kids safety features
- Swimming pool [kids]
- Allergy-free rooms
- CCTV in common areas
- CCTV outside property
- Check-in/out [express]
- Check-in/out [private]
- 24-hour check-in
- Exterior corridor
- Fire extinguisher
- Front desk [24-hour]
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room decoration service
- Safety/security feature
- 24-hour security
- Smoke detector
- Airport transfer
- Bicycle parking
- Free parking
- Car park [on-site]
- Rental car
- Shuttle service
- Taxi service
- Valet parking
- Adapter
- Air conditioning
- Air purifier
- Alarm clock
- Baby cot (upon request)
- Balcony/terrace
- Bathrobe
- Closet
- Clothes rack
- Coffee/tea maker
- Free tea
- Concierge service
- Desk
- Electric kettle
- Fire extinguisher
- Fitness club privileges
- Free bottled water
- Free instant coffee
- Hair dryer
- High floor room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Individual air conditioning
- Safe
- LAN Internet
- Wireless Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Laptop safe box
- Linens
- Mini bar
- Mirror
- Non-smoking rooms
- Pool facilities
- Private bathroom
- Refrigerator
- Safety/security feature
- Satellite/cable channels
- Shower
- Sleep comfort items
- Slippers
- Smoke detector
- Power outlet near the bed
- Soundproof walls
- Telephone
- Tile/marble flooring
- Toiletries
- Towels
- Trash cans
- Wake-up service
- Walk-in shower
- Window
- Wooden/parquet flooring
Breakfast: American · Asian · Continental · Buffet
Uncle Kham's 1-Day Neighborhood Route
1-Day Custom Route Starting from Smile Lanna Hotel (Old City) — Calculated from real GPS coordinates connecting Wat Sri Suphan (The World First Silver Temple), SP Chicken (Legendary Roasted Chicken Wat Phra Singh), and Saturday Walking Street (Wualai)
Scores from guests who booked through Agoda
- Wat Sri Suphan - 400 m from property
- Ristr8to Coffee - 2.47 km from property
- Wat Chet Yot (Wat Maha Photharam) - 3.26 km from property
- Chiang Mai University - 3.26 km from property
- Chiang Mai Railway Station - 3.83 km from property
Distances from the property's Agoda listing
Straight-line distance from the property · Check-in times and policies as stated by the property
Where is Smile Lanna Hotel located in Chiang Mai?
Chang Lo Road, แขวงศรีวิชัย, ตำบลพระสิงห์, Chiang Mai Province, about 1.08 km from the Old City and about 2.26 km from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
How much does Smile Lanna Hotel cost?
Latest Agoda pricing for 2026-11-11: from ฿4,100 per night. Actual price varies by date and room type — tap "Check Price" for the current rate.
What is Smile Lanna Hotel's review score?
9.2 out of 10 (Exceptional), based on 4,394 real guest reviews on Agoda
Does Smile Lanna Hotel have WiFi or breakfast?
Free WiFi is included and Some room plans include breakfast (depends on room type)
Smart Neighborhood Radar around Smile Lanna Hotel
Top curated landmarks, heritage temples, artisan cafes, and activities with GPS walking guides.
Saturday Walking Street (Wualai)
The Saturday Night Market on Wualai Road — historically Chiang Mai's silversmithing district — is less touristy than Sunday's market and beloved by locals. Silversmiths and goldsmiths from surrounding workshops sell their finest handcrafted pieces alongside ceramics, hand-woven textiles, and authentic Northern Thai snacks. More affordable and more local.
Wat Chedi Luang
The Temple of the Great Stupa features a 14th-century chedi that once stood 82 metres tall — the tallest structure in Lanna history. Partially destroyed by an earthquake in 1545, it remains awe-inspiring. The sacred Emerald Buddha was enshrined here for 84 years. Evening monk chanting creates an unforgettable atmosphere.
Wat Phan Tao
Adjacent to Wat Chedi Luang, this temple houses the largest teak Viharn in Thailand — a masterpiece of Lanna woodwork featuring intricate gilded panels and peacock motifs. Every October–November, Wat Phan Tao hosts the most atmospheric Yi Peng candle ceremony, when thousands of glowing paper lanterns (khom loi) rise into the night sky in a scene of extraordinary beauty.
Wat Phra Singh
Built in 1345 AD, Wat Phra Singh is Chiang Mai's most revered temple, housing the sacred Phra Singh Buddha image. The Viharn Lai Kham chapel showcases exquisite Lanna-style murals and gilded woodcarvings depicting scenes from the Jataka tales — a true masterpiece of Northern Thai art.
Three Kings Monument
This bronze monument at the heart of the old city depicts the three kings who founded Chiang Mai in 1296: Mengrai of Lanna, Ramkhamhaeng of Sukhothai, and Ngam Mueang of Phayao. A symbol of Northern Thai unity and a popular gathering spot, it stands directly in front of the Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Centre.
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