Mornery The Riverside, Chiang Mai occupies a stretch of the province where the city itself has receded far into the distance — 40.9 km to the Old City centre, 44.1 km to Chiang Mai International Airport — and where waterfalls, not temples, define the immediate landscape. This 5-star resort has built an unusually strong reputation in a short amount of time, holding a 9.6/10 review score from its four guest reviews so far. Free Wi-Fi, a breakfast-included room plan, and an airport transfer service are all part of the package, at an indicative nightly rate of 4233 THB. For travellers willing to make the drive, Uncle Kham thinks the numbers here are worth a closer look.
Getting to Mornery The Riverside
Getting to Mornery The Riverside means accepting real distance from central Chiang Mai — the Old City centre sits 40.9 km away, and Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is a further 44.1 km out. That is a longer drive than most visitors expect from a Chiang Mai stay, and Uncle Kham won't pretend otherwise. What softens the journey is that an airport transfer is listed among the resort's guest-loved highlights, taking some of the logistics off a traveller's hands on arrival. The payoff for the distance becomes clear once you look at what's actually nearby: Doi Tone Waterfall is 6.46 km from the property, Tabsadet Waterfall a further 6.58 km, and Doi Langga sits just 5.4 km away. This is a resort built around a rural, riverside setting rather than easy access to the old walled city — book it with that trade in mind, and lean on the airport transfer to make the arrival itself painless.
Rooms & What to Expect
Mornery The Riverside offers four distinct room types, and the differences between them are worth reading closely before booking. The Two Bedroom Villa is the largest footprint for groups at 59 sqm/635 sqft, with a mix of single and queen beds and a river view — a natural choice for two couples or a family travelling together. The Superior Tent with Garden View comes in at 71 sqm/764 sqft with one queen bed; despite the name, the confirmed outlook from this room is of the river rather than a garden, worth knowing before you picture the view. The Tent is the largest room on offer, 113 sqm/1216 sqft with two single beds and two queen beds, and looks toward the mountains rather than the water. The Villa is 64 sqm/689 sqft, with a mix of single, queen, and sofa beds, also facing the mountains. Uncle Kham would point a couple toward the Two Bedroom Villa or the Superior Tent for the river outlook, and larger groups toward the Tent, simply for the extra room it gives everyone.
Amenities & Facilities
The amenities picture at Mornery The Riverside is built from what guests have specifically praised rather than a long facilities list: airport transfer, free Wi-Fi in all rooms, breakfast at no extra cost, and a balcony or terrace attached to the stay. Taken together, these four points suggest a resort designed for arrival ease and quiet mornings rather than an activity-packed itinerary — step outside onto the terrace, watch the river or the mountains depending on which room you've booked, and let breakfast and the transfer service handle the rest. A breakfast-included room plan is available to book directly. Uncle Kham would call this a resort for travellers who want their comfort concentrated in a few things done well, rather than spread thin across a long amenities menu.
What's Nearby — Temples, Markets & Local Life
The immediate surroundings of Mornery The Riverside are rural and natural, and the old city's landmarks sit at a genuine distance. Ban Sung House is the closest listed point of interest, 5.17 km from the resort. Doi Langga is 5.4 km away. Ban Pang Hai - Tambon Thep Sadet Hospital, useful to know for any traveller who likes to have a medical facility mapped in advance, sits 5.73 km from the property. Doi Tone Waterfall is 6.46 km away, and Tabsadet Waterfall a further 6.58 km out — together they make a strong case for this being a resort built around water and hillside scenery rather than city sightseeing. The old city landmarks require real commitment: Chiang Mai Night Bazaar is 39.84 km from the resort, Tha Phae Gate sits 40.32 km away, Art in Paradise Chiang Mai 3D Art Museum is 40.44 km out, Wat Chedi Luang (วัดเจดีย์หลวง) is 40.98 km away, and Wua Lai Walking Street is the furthest at 41.22 km. Uncle Kham's honest take: nobody should book Mornery The Riverside expecting to pop into the old city for an evening. This is a destination in its own right, built for waterfalls and rural quiet, with the temples and markets reserved for a dedicated day trip planned well in advance.
Dining
No specific on-site restaurant or cuisine details are confirmed for Mornery The Riverside, so Uncle Kham won't name one that isn't there. What is confirmed is that breakfast is included at no extra cost, one of the resort's most praised features by guests. Given the 40.9 km distance from the old city's dense restaurant scene, dining here is likely to mean eating on the property or in the immediate rural area rather than venturing into town for meals. Anyone with particular dining plans or dietary needs should confirm directly with the resort what's actually on offer before arrival, rather than assume a full restaurant exists.
Other Hotels Nearby
A handful of other properties share this rural stretch near Mornery The Riverside. Voraman B-One is 5.2 km away, a 4-star property with an 8.2/10 guest score. ปางสูงเฮาส์ pangsunghouse sits the same 5.2 km from the resort, rated 4.5 stars with the strongest score of the three at 8.9/10. Tara Valley Resort is 5.3 km away, a 5-star property matching Mornery The Riverside's own rating, scored 8.2/10. All three sit within a similar radius, which suggests this pocket of countryside outside Chiang Mai has developed a small cluster of resort-style stays — worth comparing directly if the exact room configuration or price at Mornery doesn't fit.
Guest Reviews
Mornery The Riverside holds a 9.6/10 score from 4 reviews — a small but strikingly consistent sample. Every category on record — cleanliness, facilities, location, service, and value for money — scores a full 10/10, and each one sits above the Chiang Mai city average: cleanliness against a city average of 8.9, facilities against 8.8, location against 8.1, service against 9, and value for money against 8.4. Uncle Kham is naturally cautious about a perfect scorecard from only four reviews — a small sample can flatter a property — but he'll say plainly that this is an unusually strong set of numbers by any measure, and the location score in particular stands out given how far the resort sits from the city centre. It suggests guests are judging this property on its own terms as a rural riverside retreat, not marking it down for the drive.
Good to Know
Mornery The Riverside is rated 5 stars, with an indicative nightly rate of 4233 THB. It sits 40.9 km from the Old City centre and 44.1 km from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) — distances that should shape any transport plan, though the resort's own airport transfer service is one of its most praised features. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout, and breakfast is included at no extra cost. No check-in or check-out times are confirmed here, so those are worth confirming directly with the resort. Given the distance involved, Uncle Kham suggests using the airport transfer rather than arranging separate transport, and building at least one full day into the itinerary purely for the old city landmarks.
Mornery The Riverside asks a lot of a traveller in terms of distance, and gives back a resort with a near-perfect guest record and a genuinely rural setting of waterfalls and mountains. The airport transfer takes the sting out of the arrival, and rooms built around river or mountain views make the case for staying rather than just passing through. For anyone treating Chiang Mai as a base for the wider province rather than only the old city, this is a resort worth the extra kilometres.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Mornery The Riverside from central Chiang Mai? The resort is 40.9 km from the Old City centre and 44.1 km from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX).
What room types does the resort offer? Four types are available: the Two Bedroom Villa (59 sqm/635 sqft, river view), the Superior Tent with Garden View (71 sqm/764 sqft, river view), the Tent (113 sqm/1216 sqft, mountain view), and the Villa (64 sqm/689 sqft, mountain view).
Is breakfast included? Yes — breakfast is included at no extra cost, alongside free Wi-Fi and an airport transfer service.
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 Mornery The Riverside
1252, Doi Saket District, Chiang Mai Province Quarter · 29.3 km (Drive ~65 min) from Wat Doi Saket
Golden Hour & Heritage
Staying at Mornery The Riverside puts you 29.3 km (Drive ~65 min) from Wat Doi Saket. 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 Warorot Market (Kad Luang) is only 39.5 km (Drive ~88 min) from Mornery The Riverside, while evening strolls to San Kamphaeng Handicraft Village (33.2 km · Drive ~74 min) offer an authentic slice of local life.
Nearby Culinary Gem
Don't miss Dhara Dhevi Heritage Weekend Market, located just 34.2 km (Drive ~76 min) from Mornery The Riverside — a top local favorite for authentic Chiang Mai flavors and specialty coffee.
4-Dimension Stay Profile for Mornery The Riverside
Tranquility & Rest
5-star property in Chiang Mai offering restful sleep and serene surroundings.
Aesthetic & Character
Distinctive architectural character within easy reach of Wat Doi Saket.
Walkability & Access
Convenient access to 24h essentials and San Kamphaeng Handicraft Village from the property.
Dining & Cafe Scene
Surrounded by local northern eateries and specialty coffee including Dhara Dhevi Heritage Weekend Market.
Walking Convenience & Everyday Essentials
Peaceful & Private Retreat — Scenic setting, 39.5 km (Drive ~88 min) to 7-Eleven Warorot Market (Kad Luang)
- English
- Thai
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
- Internet
- Garden
- Hiking trails
- Hot tub
- Tour services
- Anti-viral cleaning products
- Body thermometer
- Breakfast takeaway service
- Cashless payment service
- Doctor/nurse on call
- First aid kit
- Free face masks
- Guest rooms seal after sanitization
- Hand sanitizer
- Hot water linen and laundry washing
- 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
- Temperature check for guests and staff
- Alternative meal arrangement
- Bar
- BBQ facilities
- Free breakfast
- Coffee shop
- Grocery delivery
- Restaurants
- Room service
- Snack bar
- Air conditioning in public area
- Daily housekeeping
- Food delivery
- Heater
- Invoice provided
- Luggage storage
- Smoke-free property
- Smoking area
- Terrace
- Family/child friendly
- Family room
- Kids meal
- CCTV in common areas
- CCTV outside property
- Check-in/out [private]
- Duplex room
- Fire extinguisher
- Front desk [24-hour]
- Non-smoking rooms
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Airport transfer
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Balcony/terrace
- Bathrobe
- Bathtub
- Free bottled water
- Hair dryer
- Mini bar
- Mirror
- Non-smoking rooms
- Refrigerator
- Shower
- Slippers
- Toiletries
- Free Wi-Fi
Uncle Kham's 1-Day Neighborhood Route
1-Day Custom Route Starting from Mornery The Riverside (Chiang Mai) — Calculated from real GPS coordinates connecting Wat Doi Saket, Dhara Dhevi Heritage Weekend Market, and San Kamphaeng Handicraft Village
Scores from guests who booked through Agoda
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 Mornery The Riverside located in Chiang Mai?
1252, Doi Saket District, Chiang Mai Province, about 40.86 km from the Old City and about 44.08 km from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
How much does Mornery The Riverside cost?
Latest Agoda pricing for 2026-10-27: from ฿4,216 per night. Actual price varies by date and room type — tap "Check Price" for the current rate.
What is Mornery The Riverside's review score?
9.6 out of 10 (Exceptional), based on 8 real guest reviews on Agoda
Does Mornery The Riverside have WiFi or breakfast?
Free WiFi is included and Some room plans include breakfast (depends on room type)
Smart Neighborhood Radar around Mornery The Riverside
Top curated landmarks, heritage temples, artisan cafes, and activities with GPS walking guides.
Mae Kampong Village
A beautifully preserved Karen and Mien hill tribe village at 1,300 metres in the mountains east of Chiang Mai, famous for its miang (fermented tea leaf) production. The village is threaded by a cool stream with a small waterfall, and the entire community runs a highly regarded homestay programme. One of the most authentic and scenic village experiences accessible from Chiang Mai.
San Kamphaeng Hot Springs
A geological marvel 34 km east of Chiang Mai where natural hot springs reach near-boiling temperatures of up to 98°C. The main geyser erupts to 1 metre height. Visitors relax in therapeutic warm mineral pools (cooled to 37–40°C), cook eggs in the boiling springs, receive traditional Thai massages, and enjoy the outdoor spa with mineral mud baths.
Bua Tong Sticky Waterfalls
Unlike any waterfall on Earth — Bua Tong's travertine limestone deposits create a surface so grippy with calcium carbonate that visitors can walk directly up and down the cascades without slipping. Three tiers of falls surrounded by dense jungle in Chet Si national forest, with natural swimming pools at each level. Truly one of Thailand's most unusual natural attractions.
Wat Doi Saket
A graceful temple complex atop a small hill east of Chiang Mai, dominated by a gleaming white chedi with an unusual octagonal base. The 200-step naga stairway ascent is rewarded with expansive views over the Ping River valley. The main viharn contains exceptional Lanna-era murals depicting Jataka stories and scenes of ancient Chiang Mai — some of the finest in the region.
San Kamphaeng Handicraft Village
The main road through San Kamphaeng town is flanked by over 100 specialist craft workshops producing Chiang Mai's signature artisan goods: celadon glazed pottery, hand-woven silk and cotton, lacquerware, teak furniture, and hand-painted fans. Most workshops welcome visitors to watch the full production process and purchase directly from the artisans at significantly lower prices than city shops.
Dhara Dhevi Heritage Weekend Market
The grounds of the legendary Dhara Dhevi resort include a heritage Lanna village complex with rice paddies, water buffalo, a colonial manor, and traditional craftspeople. The weekend market in the adjacent heritage village draws Chiang Mai's best artisan food producers, specialty coffee vendors, vintage dealers, and live acoustic musicians for a uniquely authentic Saturday–Sunday evening.
Promenada Resort Mall
The most architecturally distinctive mall in Chiang Mai, designed as a Mediterranean resort village with open piazzas, fountains, and a rooftop terrace overlooking the Ping River floodplain. Houses international brands, an IMAX cinema, a rooftop ice skating rink (open Nov–Jan), and Rimping Supermarket — the best premium grocery store in northern Thailand for imported and organic products.
Chiang Mai Science Museum
An interactive science centre designed for curious minds of all ages, covering seismology (Northern Thailand sits on active fault lines), geology, biology, physics, and traditional Thai medicine. Hands-on exhibits encourage experimentation, and the planetarium dome runs regular astronomy shows in Thai and English. Popular for school trips and family days out.
Bo Sang Umbrella Village
The 'Umbrella Village' 9 km east of Chiang Mai has crafted hand-painted paper umbrellas for over 150 years. Entire families work in open-fronted workshops — splitting bamboo, stretching sa (mulberry bark) paper, and painting intricate floral and geometric patterns by hand using natural pigments. Every January, the Bo Sang Umbrella Festival attracts visitors from across Asia.
KM8 Silverware & Lacquerware Workshops
Located on the San Kamphaeng craft highway at kilometre 8, this cluster of traditional workshops produces hand-hammered silverware and intricate lacquered bamboo containers using techniques unchanged for centuries. Open workshops allow visitors to watch silversmiths at work with mallets and stamps, and to purchase jewellery, decorative bowls, and betel nut boxes at workshop prices.