Chiang Mai Elephant Friends

3.0 star property
Hotel in Mae Wang with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe
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Family Room
Double Room | Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Asian cuisine
Family Room | Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

Map
201 Moo.9 Mae Win, Chat Wat, Mae Wang, Chiang Mai, 50360
  • Maevang Elephant Camp
    4 min drive
  • Elephant Jungle Sanctuary: Chiang Mai Camp
    13 min drive
  • Doi Inthanon National Park
    64 min drive
  • Chiang Mai (CNX-Chiang Mai Intl.)
    67 min drive

Room options

Double Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Private pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 11 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Portable fan
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Free bottled water
  • 36 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Comfort Triple Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Premium Triple Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room massage
  • 23 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Mae Wang

At Chiang Mai Elephant Friends, you'll be 28.9 km (18 mi) from Doi Inthanon National Park. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions in proximity to this 3-property class Mae Wang hotel include Tha Phae Gate and Chiang Mai Night Bazaar.

What's nearby

  • Maevang Elephant Camp - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Elephant Jungle Sanctuary: Chiang Mai Camp - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Pha Cho - 40 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Doi Inthanon National Park - 64 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Wat Phra That Doi Suthep - 66 min drive - 58.8 km

Getting around

  • Chiang Mai (CNX-Chiang Mai Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tawan Riverside Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪มาเมืองวิน คอฟฟี่ - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪ร้านป้าแต้ Food And Rafting - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪เฮือนหอมรฎา - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪ไร่บำรุงผล - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Chiang Mai Elephant Friends

Hotel in Mae Wang with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Mae Wang hotel.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Chiang Mai Elephant Friends offers 5 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and free toiletries. This Mae Wang hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, French, Thai

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for THB 500.0 per day.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: THB 700 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: THB 500.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Chiang Mai Elephant Friends Hotel
Chiang Mai Elephant Friends Mae Wang
Chiang Mai Elephant Friends Hotel Mae Wang

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends?

Chiang Mai Elephant Friends offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends?

Yep, Chiang Mai Elephant Friends has a free self car park.

What makes Chiang Mai Elephant Friends a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends.

Does Chiang Mai Elephant Friends serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental brekkie is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Asian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Chiang Mai Elephant Friends Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nathali

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved every single second. Such an amazing place and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This stay was amazing. It was truly a 3 person room and we had plenty of space among us. The room was clean and the natural light was a pleasure to wake up to.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed here as a weekend escape from Guangzhou, China. It was a breath of fresh air! The driver was arranged to pick us up from the airport and the process was seamless. He was hospital and very accommodating. The room was so clean and comfortable and the food at the property was to die for! We did the Full Day excursion with the elephants and everything was perfect! The value for the money spent as guest from the Western World was impressive. The elephant wake-up call was so worth it. We loved our stay here and would recommend it hands down to every and everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

THOR CONNOR

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
San dae is the best baby elephant
Always love coming and staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine, North Vancouver

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just be careful with the elephant bathing….they spray water in you face which is fun at the time, but then we got quite sick with all the elephant poo in the water. Would recommend feeding and raft ride
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There was a mix up re our booking, we were booked on the wrong trip followed by placing us in the wrong room not the one booked. If this wasn’t enough after long tiring journey the receptionist demanded we move. Luckily there was a very pleasant receptionist who settled the matter. This spoilt our whole trip
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trinity

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best experience ever. You have to stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie

Travelled with family
We had an amazing 3d/2n stay. The staff go above and beyond. The rooms are rustic, very clean, large and comfortable. Beautiful deck to sit and relax, take in the scenery and listen to nature. Food is delicious at the complimentary breakfast and prices are reasonable in the restaurant for lunch and dinner. Even the gift shop prices are reasonable. The elephants are well taken care of, it was such a wonderful experience to be so close to such magnificent creatures. Leo and Noa were wonderful guides. We will never forget our time at the sanctuary.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Coral

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Eco-stay in Chiang Mai
This is a wonderful eco-friendly lodge right in the Thai countryside. The bungalows are small but clean and most importantly-air conditioned. It is not a site for those with mobility issues as the bungalows are built on a hillside and the restaurant is at the top. There is a bit of a walk across a suspension bridge and on a dirt track between reception and the bungalow. That being said, it is peaceful and you have very close access to the elephants. There are no televisions but the WiFi was the best we have had in Thailand so streaming was a breeze. Really nice getaway from the city. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ivannia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The place is pretty amazing, the elephants are big babies… i expect a little more time with them as anything you want to do with them has to be paid for.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fun times with elephants
This is an incredible place. We spent one night here and wish we could spend more. The hotel picked us up from the airport. We drove about 45 min to the hotel. The facility, the rooms, everything was absolutely gorgeous. We arrived and had massages at our room. We ordered food, and ate it on our balcony looking over the landscape. In the morning we had the elephant wake up, which was so much fun. (for 30 min an elephant comes up to the balcony and you feed bananas). We then did the full day with elephants. The restaurant was also lovely. There was so much open space for the elephants too, which was one of our concerns. This place seems incredible focused on creating a open and ethical environment. We couldn't ask for more!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darcie

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing and has so many options to interact with the elephants! We only booked one night and I wish I had booked more. Be sure to include the elephant wake up! It’s a must!

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous property with top notch activities. Booking activities is separate from the hotel stay will almost double the nightly cost, but it is totally worth the money, the resort is an hour outside of Chiang Mai, so you will eat all your meals in the resort restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Chika

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

edgar

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personnels super accueillant et service de driver super, pour l'avoir énormément utilisé, on le confirme. C'est à une heure de Chiang Mai city, donc profitez de l'hôtel plutôt que de réserver des activités loin.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

María

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Todo fue un 10. Experiencia increible
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024