Junior Suite Balcony
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Chiang Mai · Chiang Mai Province
Aruntara Riverside Boutique Hotel
A calm, design-led stay on the banks of the Ping River, a short ride from the Night Bazaar and the old city.
- Riverside garden and pool
- Spacious, design-led rooms
- Staff praised for helpfulness
8.8
Great
152 reviews
Booking.com 8.8 · 152 reviews
About
Aruntara Riverside Boutique Hotel
Aruntara Riverside Boutique Hotel sits on the bank of the Ping River, about 150 metres from Mangrai Bridge. The property is built around a garden, with an outdoor pool, a sun terrace, and shaded corners that make it feel a step away from the city's busier streets. It's a 4-star hotel with 152 guest reviews and an 8.8 rating.
Rooms are generous in size and finished with a design-led eye, several with balconies, bath tubs, and river views. The hotel runs a buffet breakfast, has a restaurant and poolside snack bar, and offers a paid airport shuttle. Parking is available on site, and the 24-hour reception makes late arrivals straightforward.
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- A genuine riverside setting — The hotel sits directly on the Ping River, with a garden that runs down to the water and a shaded pool. The surrounding area stays quiet, making it feel removed from the busier parts of Chiang Mai.
- Design-led, spacious rooms — Guest rooms are described as beautifully designed and unusually large, with several offering balconies, bathtubs and river views. The 'design-driven bedrooms' were called out as a highlight.
- Standout staff service — Staff are consistently praised for being friendly, professional and attentive, from the manager to the security guard. Help with local attractions and prompt responses to requests come up repeatedly.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Away from the old city action — The hotel sits on the river, a little outside the main tourist core. The Night Bazaar is reachable on foot or a short tuk-tuk ride, but the old city and its temples are a longer trip.
- Location rating lags the rest — Guests rate the location lower than the rooms, service and dining, so factor in travel time if you plan to spend most of your time in the centre of Chiang Mai.
- No pets allowed — The hotel does not accept pets, so if you're travelling with an animal you'll need to look elsewhere.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Junior Suite River View
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Twin Room Bath
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Double Room Bath
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Suite Terrace
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Air conditioning
The Elephant Suite
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
The White Elephant Suite
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Dining
- Restaurant
- Coffee shop
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- In-room breakfast
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Pool & Wellness
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Pool with view
- Sun terrace
- Massage
- Fitness centre
Services
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Safe deposit box
- Car hire
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Paid airport shuttle
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
- Free toiletries
- Ironing facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Valet parking
- Lift
- Garden area
- Fireplace
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- 24-hour security
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.8/10 from 152 reviews
Booking.com · 8.8 · 152 reviews
8.8Verified guest“Lovely garden, a room with plenty of space, and staff who were always ready to help. The location stayed quiet while still being handy for getting out and about.”
8.8Verified guest“The whole place is put together with real taste. The rooms are beautiful and feel much larger than you'd expect.”
8.8Verified guest“A genuinely great stay. The Night Bazaar is easy to get to from here, and it's only about a mile away.”
8.8Verified guest“A small, lovely hotel right by the river with a fantastic view of the night market. We liked the peaceful garden along the riverbank and the shaded pool. Our open room was nicely decorated, the minibar was fully stocked, and the service was excellent. The buffet breakfast worked well for vegetarians, and the manager dealt with our requests straight away.”
8.8Verified guest“A wonderful stay in a luxurious hotel on a beautiful river. The location was perfect, on the quieter edge of the city, which made it very relaxing. The staff were incredible and always went out of their way to make sure I had what I needed. Service from room service to housekeeping was top-notch. The amenities were great too, from air conditioning and a minibar to an in-room safe and a patio. The pool area was a highlight for cooling off, and extras like laundry, the airport shuttle and tour assistance made everything easy.”
8.8Verified guest“The staff were very friendly and the position right on the Ping River was lovely.”
04 — Location
Getting around Chiang Mai
The property sits in Chiang Mai.
Getting around: The hotel sits on Chareonprathet Road, about 150 metres from Mangrai Bridge. Free bicycles are available for guests, which makes exploring the riverside and nearby areas easy. For the old city, a tuk-tuk is the quickest option.
Night Bazaar: The Chiang Mai Night Bazaar is about a mile from the hotel, reachable on foot or a very short ride. Guests mention it as a convenient destination from the hotel.
By the river: There are a number of good riverside restaurants within easy reach. The hotel's own garden and poolside snack bar also make it pleasant to stay put for a meal or a drink.
351/1 Chareonprathet Road,T. Changklan, A. Muang, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province, ., Thailand
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
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- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 07:00-12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 30 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in runs from 14:00 to 23:59. Check-out is between 07:00 and 12:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, parking is available on site at the hotel.
Does the hotel offer an airport shuttle?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available for a fee.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at this hotel.
Are there vegetarian options at breakfast?
Yes, guests have noted the buffet breakfast offers good vegetarian options.
Is there a pool?
Yes, the hotel has an outdoor swimming pool with a view, plus a poolside snack bar.
The bottom line
For a quiet, design-led stay by the river, Aruntara delivers. Rooms are spacious and well thought out, the staff are a genuine highlight, and the garden and pool by the Ping River make it easy to switch off. The trade-off is distance from the old city — you'll be relying on tuk-tuks or the hotel's bicycles to get around.
8.8Best for travellers who want a calm base with strong service, and don't mind a short ride to the main sights.
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