Vimarn Kaew Village and Resort

We cannot say enough good things about this resort. From the moment we walked into the resort until we could no longer see them in the car mirror as we left, the staff made us feel like we were family. They went above and beyond at every opportunity. For some reason this place says 3 stars on Booking.com but this was by far better than most 5 star resorts I’ve been to in Thailand. They even have a well-kept pet cat and a pet parrot who roam freely and will hangout with you if you’d like. 15 minute grab to the old city and right beside a beautiful temple. Quiet and serene. We will be coming back next year with our entire family if they have the availability. In love with this place! It is owned by a small family so please support them so they can keep doing what they love and we can come back!

The hotel is a bit outside of the city, so getting around during the crowded festival took some planning — you do need to take a car into town to explore or go to restaurants. That said, it was peaceful and relaxing to come back to after a busy day. The pool area was lovely and the perfect place to unwind. Overall, a great stay and one I’d definitely recommend for anyone looking for comfort and warm hospitality! The only downside was the location — it’s a bit outside the city, so getting around required taking a car each time.

This villa was hands-down one of the best places we've ever stayed. From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond—anticipating our needs before we even had a chance to ask. They warmly welcomed us, whisked our luggage away to the villa, and made us feel right at home. When we stepped into our villa, we were greeted with a beautiful spread: a fresh fruit plate, hot tea, delicious cakes and snacks, and a fully stocked fridge with cold water, soft drinks (Coke and Fanta), and extra treats. A Nespresso machine was also ready to fuel our early-morning coffee cravings—such a thoughtful touch! The lobby also has a charming little coffee shop that officially opens at 8:30 am. Although no one was there when we passed by around 8:45, moments later they brought us a tray with fresh coffee and toast, without us even asking. That’s the kind of service you can expect—intuitive, generous, and kind. We only stayed one night, as we were leaving Chiang Mai the next day, but they still treated us like VIPs. The manager personally drove us to the airport and even offered to stop for lunch on the way. Before we left, they surprised us again with hot tea and cake—just one more thoughtful sendoff. The property itself is stunning. At night, the gardens are lit with colorful lanterns hanging from the trees, creating a dreamlike, enchanted atmosphere—especially in the rain. It honestly felt like we had stepped into a rainforest fairytale. We didn’t get to swim, but the pool looked absolutely magical, complete with fun floats for guests to use. I can’t recommend this place enough. We’re already planning to come back! The only drawback for us was the location. It’s tucked into more of a residential neighborhood, which made it less walkable than other areas we’ve stayed in. That said, it was just a short Uber ride to the Sunday Night Market and the city center—totally manageable. And honestly, the exceptional service and peaceful setting more than made up for it. It definitely wouldn't stop us from coming back.

Beautiful rooms, pool and amazing service and staff. We all loved it and will definitely return.

Exceptional

At Vimarn Kaew we experienced the very best service we ever had. Staff were not only very friendly (as is mostly the case in Thailand) but absolutely went out of their way to fulfill our every wish, made little presents (to give but one example, they bought a painkiller cream to soothe my wife's bad foot), served little delicacies by the poolside .... Our pool villa was very spacious and comfortable. Everything was calm and relaxing. So, this resort is highly recommend if the location suits your needs. You need 20min by car to the Old Town and also around 20min to leave the city and drive into the beautiful countryside. There are no bars or restaurant in walking distance. The nearest 7-11 is 800m away.

We have never had more attentive staff service anywhere! Amazing! It was peaceful and the pool area was perfect!

Super clean, tranquil, relaxing and modern with a Thai twist. Breakfast was fantastic, supposed to stop at 10am but me and my partner would get back from Muay Thai at 10:20am and they’d still cook us a fresh breakfast, extremely appreciated. Staff super friendly and smily but defiantly have google translate on hand, as they speak little to no English, or maybe we should just learn Thai as we’re in their country. Rooms cleaned daily and smelling fresh, but if you’re smoker like myself and leave a joint in the ash tray, for a night time smoke……DONT! As I had my joint (twice) thrown away after the room being cleaned. Me and my partner found the bed to be pretty uncomfortable, she didn’t like the mattress as it was quite firm, whereas I like a firmer mattress. But we both hated the pillows as they were pretty solid and not to our liking. Our room number was 5 which was connected to another room and had only but a wooden door separating us (which was permanently locked) but you could hear everything! Even when the other guests were having a low pitched conversation. One guest in particular, at our time of stay in the connected room, we heard noises he was making that made me want to be sick, along with the dirty movies he was watching!

Superb

Exceptional

Beautiful place, a quiet oasis, wonderful staff and facilities. Nothing

We stayed 3 nights with our 3 kids who enjoyed the swimming pool. The family room is big enough and comfortable for 5 peoples and is like we never left home. The personal staff is attentive to your needs and is pleasant. We will sure come back for our next trip in Chiang Mai.

Cons: The receptionist girl was rude and unfriendly, barely glancing at us or greeting us. She should learn customer service basics. Since the hotel is located outside the city center, it’s inconvenient to explore the city or other areas. The receptionist didn’t provide any assistance in arranging taxis or offering any advice on activities in Chiang Mai. Therefore we decided to go to the city and booked a tour. Since the hotel is out of town, they wouldn’t pick us up. The tour agency tried their best to arrange a private transfer for us and tried to organize something with the hotel but the receptionist didn’t pick up their call so we had to cancel the tour. Also there’s no restaurant on-site (for dinner), so you’ll have to venture into the city. However, finding a taxi can be challenging and time consuming. Once again the hotel doesn’t offer any assistance, you have to deal with it on your own. To avoid this kind of inconvenience, I strongly recommend renting a bike or a car. I must mention that the other staff members were truly exceptional and made our stay more enjoyable. The pool was stunning. The place is quiet so this was very relaxing and is a good invitation to meditation. The room was comfortable and well-appointed.

The hotel is very authentic. The staff is lovely and take good care of the guests.. I would recommend this hotel.

I had 5 wonderful days at Vimarn Kaew Village and Resort, beautifully designed and very comfortable. The room is spacious with plenty of light, the bed is super comfortable and I particularly enjoyed the room's private small terrace in front of a garden to sit and reflect. Their breakfast was really good with plenty to choose from. The swimming pool was very clean and cool, I enjoyed it every day. The generous owners and the very attentive and friendly staff, gave the final touch to my perfect stay. Beautiful gardens and tranquil space. Loved it, Thank You All. Nothing

Almost everything

The kindness of the staff was amazing. They strive to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Nothing is to much to ask for and they always have an amazing smile on their face. The facilities like the pool gym and rooms were fantastic and clean. The food was also amazing and are happy to accomodate any special needs someone may have. N/A. Everything was perfect.

It's a quite and calm area just outside of the center of Chiang Mai. The staff is super friendly and helpful. The breakfast is good, mixed Thai and continental, there is still something else to eat everyday. A rented car or scooter is recommended since it's a bit further outside the center, but this is something you know when you look for this place. The pool is also very nice, an oasis in an urban jungle.

The staff/owner are absolutely incredible, rarely experienced something similar. The place is well maintained and the room spotless. The bed was confortable too. They have a laundry service which is perfect. The pool in a nice addition to the whole thing. Also, you get free coffee in the morning. The location is maybe not ideal but if using the Bolt app, it is not a problem, 130-150bath and 20min later (depending on traffic) you are in old town.

Big room, very clean and looks newly renovated. Love the generous daily supply of drinking water and complimentary mini bar. Staff is super nice and helpful The location is off the city center, so it’s sometimes hard to get a ride and tours wouldn’t pick up from that location