The Opium Chiang Mai

Location: 41/1 Viangbua Road, T. Changpuek, A. Muang, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai, 50300, Chiang Mai, TH

Star Rating: 3 Stars

Property Type: Hotels

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - Anytime

Check-out: 12:00 PM

Instructions: To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Amenities & Facilities

• Fitness facilities
• Health or beauty spa nearby
• Area shuttle (surcharge)
• Free bicycles on site
• Free WiFi
• 24-hour front desk
• Terrace
• Garden
• Luggage storage
• Designated smoking area
• Concierge service
• Picnic area
• Elevator
• Fitness facilities
• Breakfast available (surcharge)
• Safe-deposit box at front desk
• Multilingual staff
• Free newspapers in lobby
• Pool umbrellas
• Tours/ticket assistance
• Wheelchair accessible parking
• Area shuttle (surcharge)
• Snack bar/deli
• Free bicycles on site
• Scooter/moped rentals on site
• Rooftop terrace
• Pool sun loungers
• Reception hall
• Health or beauty spa nearby
• Horse riding nearby
• Coin laundry on site
• Wheelchair-accessible van parking
• Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
• Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
• Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
• Well-lit path to entrance

Rooms Available

• One Bedroom Grand Suite with Balcony

  1 Double Bed

  613-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony with mountain views

  
  

  Layout - Bedroom, living room, and dining area

  Relax - In-room massage available

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - LED television, cable channels, and DVD player

  Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware

  Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Bottle of water
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • In-room massage available
  • Separate dining area
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

• Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

  828-sq-foot room with city views

  
  

  Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining area

  Relax - In-room massage available

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - LED television, cable channels, and DVD player

  Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware

  Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets

  Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, bathrobes, and a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Bottle of water
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • In-room massage available
  • Separate dining area
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

• Triple Room

  1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

  344-sq-foot room with city views

  
  

  Relax - In-room massage available

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - LED television, cable channels, and DVD player

  Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)

  Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone

  Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bottle of water
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • In-room massage available
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Visual fire alarm

• Single Room

  1 Twin Bed

  350-sq-foot room with city views

  
  

  Relax - In-room massage available

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - LED television, cable channels, and DVD player

  Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)

  Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Bathrobes and a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • Microwave
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bottle of water
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • In-room massage available
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Visual fire alarm

• Studio, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

  1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

  355-sq-foot room with city views

  
  

  Relax - In-room massage available

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - LED television, cable channels, and DVD player

  Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)

  Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bottle of water
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • In-room massage available
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Shower grab bar
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Guest Reviews

• gaondream (8/5): Lovely staff - good location but … - Great staff but certain areas need addressing. Rooms were spacious, clean, and serviced daily, and the reception staff were consistently pleasant and helpful. The location isn’t central, but everything is within a 15–20 minute moped ride, so still manageable. The pool area was clean and pool towels were available daily. However, there were several disappointments. One of the pools (under refurb till 1st April) was out of order during our stay, which significantly limited shaded seating—only a handful of beds were usable. There is also no shower facility by the pool, and basic pool etiquette didn’t seem to be encouraged. Guests were getting straight in without rinsing off, and even entering the pool in flip flops, which really shouldn’t need saying. We stayed on the 3rd floor and regularly experienced the smell of cigarette smoke, which was unpleasant and difficult to ignore. It would be helpful if this was better managed, particularly in what is otherwise a clean indoor environment. The biggest issue was the gym. While the equipment itself worked, the overall cleanliness and standards were lacking. There was no visible sanitiser for wiping down machines, and no guidance on appropriate use. Guests were exercising in bikinis and flip flops, and even running barefoot on the treadmill. A simple sign encouraging correct attire and hygiene would make a big difference. Overall, while there are positives, the lack of attention to basic cleanliness, etiquette, and facility management lets the property down.
• Mobile23125624644 (10/5): Amazing stay - Amazing stay here. Great value for money. Staff were super friendly. Highly recommend as friends or a couple. Pool area and gym area were brilliant too.
• JimboTWC (8/5): Nice place - The hotel has two nice pools and a fridge with beer available by the reception. Staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay. Breakfast was fairly basic and a mixed bag overall, but the fresh omelettes and noodle soup prepared by the staff were a plus. Our room was located toward the back of the property, next to a very loud KTV bar until about 11pm. This is inconvenient if you plan to go to bed early for a busy day, although the noise does not last much longer than that. What bothered us most was a noticeable smell coming from the bathroom drains.
• V3974VJlaureng (8/5): Lovely quiet spot in chiang mai with great pools and local amenities - Lovely hotel with two pools in a quiet part of chiang mai. The hotel and staff were lovely and we really enjoyed our stay. The room we had was very big with a terrace overlooking the pool. Room was basic but big and clean and we mainly used it as a base anyway. The location has lots of little restaurants, bars and shops (7-11 basically next door) but it was a bit out of the way of the main square. However taxis were very cheap and quick to arrive so this wasn’t an issue for us, and we were happy to compromise to have the two pools. Didn’t try the breakfast as wasn’t included in our room but we did get various drinks/snacks and these were well priced. The staff were very helpful and friendly, we were able to book local excursions through them which was handy.
• Q4683HJjs (10/5): lovely place - A very relaxing stay in this little gem of a place in Chiang Mai. Two pools, one for the sun lovers, and one shaded with plants for the book readers. Recommended a local place to eat HT Thai - a typical street food outlet, a meal for 3 with water for less than the price of 1 beer in the UK. Staff at Opium are very helpful and friendly.
• 174steviea (10/5): Amazing hotel with every amenity and most helpful staff. Very comfortable and fun location, near many food places, massage and n - Spent a relaxing week here. Would stay again. Staff is extremely helpful and kind. ( And patient!). Great pools, nice gym, even in your room massages available.
• PunP_13 (10/5): Will definitely come back!! - We had a wonderful stay! The room was spacious and thoughtfully designed with a nice layout that segmented each area perfectly. It featured a fully equipped kitchen, two comfortable bedrooms each with their own ensuite bathroom, a cozy living room, and a large balcony that gave us plenty of space to relax. The decor was tasteful and made the place feel very welcoming. The location was also easy to find and very convenient. Overall, a great experience — highly recommended!
• Sebastian (8/5): - Lots of cafes nearby and huge rooms
• G6591VLlorraineb (10/5): The staff are really great here and very helpful. - The breakfast was good every morning a few different choices. The staff are extremely pleasant and helpful. The room was large with a fridge and microwave. It’s about a 20 minute walk to the old town. The street the Opium is one has everything you need for your stay.
• cherryh950 (10/5): Lovley short stay - Really good value for money, staff we're lovely. Especially Nat on the front desk he was so helpful and professional and went the extra mile for us. Rooms really neat and clean, pool lovely, lots of info for trips out available too. About 10 mins from centre , can easily get a cab! Great stay thank you guys!
• jppknight (10/5): Great family hotel. - This is a great spot, a little way out of town but within striking distance via Tuk Tuk! We are a family of four and took two rooms. The rooms are fairly basic, however the staff keep them clean and everything worked fine. The hotel reception team are amazing, especially the young guy at the desk. He was so helpful. Small pool, but lovely for a dip after walking in the thai heat!
• 1979nik (10/5): Lovely quiet spot - This lovely quiet little spot was perfect for a few days stop over on our travels. Staff were absolutely fantastic & spoke very good English so there was no language barrier at all. The rooms were large & had everything we needed. Such great value for money - we will definitely be back again :)
• U9899TUsusanl (2/5): Do not stay here! - Do not go by booking.com reviews. When we arrived at the property, we noticed the pool to be a murky green color- can't even see in it. So gross- It was 105 degrees when we were there and a pool to cool off in - it a must. It is also not near anything - very far from old town. Our room- on my- such a disappointment. I was excited to have a kitchen to cook in a little. You can not cook in this kitchen. There is nothing to cook with 1 plate, 1 fork, 1 spoon. There are 2 towels in the whole unit. The photos make it look very nice but the apartment is as bad as the pool. The pool faces the parking lot and so did our room. We found another place to stay in old and checked out with in minutes of arriving. Sad to loose the money but I was not up to the description or photos. Booking.com- is not accurate for this property.
• 581abbier (10/5): So great, we extended our stay! - Really enjoyed our time here! Our room was spotless, very spacious, with a very modern bathroom, and we had everything we needed. You are around 25-30 minute walk from the centre, however there are so many lovely restaurants, cafes and bars along the way, we loved walking there! We extended by 2 nights, and had to move rooms, but the staff were so kind and ensured it was as smooth as possible. Great hotel :)
• Roving53351132959 (10/5): Amazing value - great pool. Breakfast very nice indeed. - Great place to stay - really friendly and helpful staff. The pool was lovely and nice and cold just what we needed. The rooms were nice and cool and large and clean. It is an incredibly good price. The gym was well equipped also. And good location.
• vanitah2015 (10/5): Great value stay in Chiang Mai - A very pleasant place to stay. Not too far from the shops and restaurants. Walking distance to the old town. Totally recommend it. Great value for money. Wonderful helpful and courteous staff that helped with making restaurant bookings, massage bookings and taxis.
• Kechie2 (10/5): Excellent - Great hostel/service appartement. Kind and helpful staff also family friendly place. Stayed in an appartement, kitchen, microwave, fridge available. Very clean and good location with private parking, will visit again when in Chiang Mai.
• Marvin (10/5): - Great place to stay and friendly staff
• Debra (10/5): - Front desk staff are extremely helpful. The room was clean and there were many places within walking distance. Catching cabs to other places was very convenient
• Michelle (10/5): - I found this property amazing for the value. I felt our hotel had all the amenities I needed - option for breakfast, swimming pool, A/C, bedsheets (this I found interesting as many hotels in Chiang Mai had "no bedsheets provided" in their description), options for massages and airport transport. The hot water was readily available and the A/C worked very well. The place was very clean. The people at reception including the owner were all very friendly and helpful. We ran into an issue of our hot water tank not heating up and the issue was fixed quickly. Being picked up from the airport was helpful and the owner gave us useful tips of nearby eating along the drive, along with knowing where the nearest 7-11 was. The hotel also offered tours with comparable pricing to other tour options and websites. I would have loved to be able to have extended my check out time as I had a late flight but was unable to. However it was still very helpful that I could leave as much of my luggage as I needed with them so I could still enjoy the day in Chiang Mai without worrying about my luggage.
• Verified traveler (6/5): Hotel was not near anything in Chiang Mia. - The hotel said they had free shuttle there was no shuttle.The hotel was far from old town,or the night market.The hotel was far from most things.
• Verified traveler (6/5): Far from town - The photos do not look the hotel. They advertise a free airport shuttle,no shuttle. The hotel is far from old town.You have take taxi to get anywhere.
• Richard (10/5): - We had a great room, very spacious, clean, well equipped with a nice view of the pool. Our room was clean and very comfortable. They offered breakfast only but are currently adding a restaurant to the property which will be a welcomed addition.
• mpk258900 (10/5): We Enjoyed our stay... - Amazing staff. They were happy to help with numerous questions. Breakfast included. Easy to get a scooter, bike or taxi around Chaing Mai Bed was comfortable and rooms were clean. Wifi worked . We were able to eat at some small family cafes and ohhh the local coffee shops are amazing!!
• chompoo (10/5): - The staff are very friendly and nice.
• Elaine (4/5): - Very noisy during night time. Music very loud next building.
• Phoenix (10/5): A little paradise - Lovely hotel in a peaceful location
• BRAD (10/5): - The pool was pretty cold and the breakfast was small. But other than that this place was great. Bed was large and comfortable, location is near a lot of food and drink opportunities, located back off the main road just enough to be quiet, plenty of trees and plants add to the chilled out vibe. Staff was friendly and helpful. I would love to stay here again.
• Yue Thong (4/5): - The key power slot not located beside the door. Groping in the dark to find it. Also, the tiles in the room is very slippery. Be careful, it is hazardous. You can easily slip and fell if your legs are wet.
• Eduardo (10/5): - Very quiet area and staff very nice
• Thomas (4/5): - The staff is amazing and my room was nice but there are serious issues that will prevent me from returning. First the listing contains a number of false statements. The rooms are far from soundproof and there is a popular night club right behind the hotel. There is no spa, restaurant or bar. They also do not have luggage storage. We had 10 hours between when we checked out and our flight and they wanted to store our luggage in a hallway right nest to the elevator. The biggest concern i have is the lack of security. The lighting is poor in all common areas. There are no deadbolts or any type of actually security grade locks. They also use the scans of peoples ID and passports as scratch paper. I received several receipts with someone's ID printed on the back.
• Verified traveler (8/5): Solo Canadian traveler - The staff was very nice and helpful with anything I needed or any concern. The breakfast was really good and the ladies preparing it were awesome! The BEST coffee ever! And the cleaning people were also great. The location is pretty good if you want to enjoy the street food or get a massage. The scooters are annoying but you will find that anywhere here. The gym needs some repairs but still usable. All in all a great experience at the hotel. Thank you!
• J. (8/5): - The staff was Excellent. It felt like a little tropical resort in the middle of the city. The cats were always friendly also. It could use some fixing up in the showers and the beds were too old. Other than that, excellent option for the price!
• PO (10/5): - The property is excellent and I will definitely book it again. The hotel have tour guide/program and the staffs are easy to communicate with. I rate 5/5.
• 963dharamt (8/5): Glad I picked this place - I am glad I picked this place for 5 nights in Chiang Mai. It is fairly well connected and also near a major fruit market so food is covered for. I had a spacious condo style studio so space wasn't an issue. Great view overlooking the pool. Great staff and peaceful place. I booked the cookery class and an elephant safari which were both great. A great place to relax and chillout. This place would have definitely got a 5 star if the internet was a bit more reliable and the pool warmer.
• Flow_dep59 (4/5): Go somewhere else - Before making any bad comments I would like to precise that the staff was really kind and helpful with us. BUT when we arrived we had high expectations due to all the good reviews and comments we had seen on booking.com and tripadvisor and especially photos (please keep your photograph, he is the best) So we were very disappointed to find that : - The hotel is really old. I think it’s really time to make some renovations. Not even a real floor, seriously ? - The bathroom definitely needs an upgrade. And the temperature is horrible. You cannot have constant hot water. Super cold water comes every 2 minutes but for like 5 minutes!!!!! It’s horrible, clearly. - As we speak of temperature, let’s talk about the swimming pool or should I say the ice pool. There is never the sun near the swimming pool (which is for your information, in front of the parking lot) so it’s always cold. I will not speak about the pool temperature : do not even think about enjoying it. - The breakfast is not amazing at all. When I first had breakfast I thought I had Covid because I couldn’t taste anything. Guess who’s negative ? lol - The last point will be the localisation. You are very far from the city center (minimum 45-50 minutes walk) and there is no tuk-tuk around. Conclusion, we will definitely not come back in this hotel.
• Khunzinny20 (10/5): Highly recommend!! - Beautiful hotel ! The room was very comfortable good size rooms and large with comfortable beds and large shower. The pool area was very nice and helpful staff were very attentive. They were able to book airport transfer if needed good breakfast and Wi-Fi. The hotel itself is in a great location we really enjoyed ourselves here. We would like to thank you the staff and owner for making our stay wonderful.
• puvanardh (10/5): Highly Recommended!!! Excellent service with great-minded staff and very friendly atmosphere environment. - I chose to stay at the Opium Chiangmai from the recommendation from my friends to stay at this hotel on Tuesday 15 Sep 20. The hotel has excellent services and very good staff’s attitude. The environment here is amazing. The hotel has a very good promotion at 600 THB/night for Standard room and 1-bedroom Grand Suite at only 800 THB/night. I will definitely come back again. The Opium Chiang Mai!!!
• timothyl326 (10/5): Fantastic place in Chiang Mai - Stayed here in a suite from January to May 2020. The staff was over the top accommodating for anything I needed. When the lock down started, they adjusted accordingly to make things more accessible and comfortable for guests with food, prices, etc. Super nice people there all around. It's also a really nice location. Walkable, close to a great local market, many food venues, and maybe 5 minutes to the old city. The apartment/hotel is really nicely laid out with vegetation all throughout the area.
• Verified traveler (6/5): Not worth it - My stay here was just ok. One of the first nights I stayed here, a cockroach crawled across my bed as I was getting ready to go to sleep. I told the staff the next day and they were apologetic. A few days later, I saw a pest control truck which leads me to believe this wasn't an isolated incident. Pool chairs are coming apart, the linens were often frayed, my duvet even had a hole in it that was conveniently tucked into the bed to conceal it. The cafe nearby had a better breakfast for a similar price. I will say, the grounds are very attractive. The staff are friendly and helpful.
• Verified traveler (8/5): - Property has great Thai charm. Beds are very hard and squeak when moving.
• Verified traveler (6/5): Not as nice as it seems from the pictures - The room wasn't ready until late in the day and they weren't very friendly or accommodating. There were no toiletries and the room was older and more run-down than expected from the pictures. The pool was undergoing construction and was dirty and small. Overall, this was a letdown.
• Casey (10/5): WILL stay again. - Lovely little location and stay. Staff are friendly and all was great.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Second time staying. A casual hotel but best service and excellent location. We had a suite and it was awesome ! Really like the staff and the deco. Very cozy and great price!
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Big room and free upgrade, helpful staff, and one free airport shuttle
• Verified traveler (10/5): - A little outdated but very helpful staff and quaint!
• Verified traveler (8/5): - Open and airy. Unique Chiang Mai experience. Staff were incredible. They will help you with all your concerns. Hotel a bit dated and showers can be a bit difficult. Beds are extra firm. But you should give it a chance. It adds a little extra to your Chiang Mai experience.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Local feeling very nice staff and facility is great
• Verified traveler (4/5): - This place is not really what is looks like, it's much less bright and shinny, it's sort of old and worn down a bit. It's great for a young 19 to 25 year old who's traveling around and just wants a place to rest and maybe hang out it, but not really great for someone or couple who wish to walk around the city easly and get taxis. it's a little out of the way and yet it could work for some, not me.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Wonderful, friendly people. They organized our cooking class and temple tour.
• Francis (4/5): Great reception staff - very bad and old hotel - The opium from online reviews had great promise. After visiting the opium and spending a week there, I felt it’s necessary to provide an accurate insight on my stay. The reception staff are amazing, very good English, very helpful and helped us book tours and provide a lot information. It’s a decent area location wise, near night markets and local markets. But that’s as far as the positives go. The hotel is very old. The rooms are dirty and even when cleaned it still feels dirty. The toilet and the room stinks permanently, whilst the shower water is never hot! The internet is completely bad, slow and doesn’t connect a lot of times. The cleaners are rude and never cleaned the room properly. The pool is also dirty and the breakfast options are small and tasteless. Lastly if you want an authentic experience in Chiang Mai, the hotel is full of tourist and not cultural vibe. I came with my girlfriend based on the reviews online and to be honest, I would not go back ever. Bad experience. Felt dirty my whole time there and was delighted to leave.
• Verified traveler (6/5): - Nice spacious rooms and great staff. The downsides: pool is cold and always in the shade, lounge chairs are old and cushions are always wet. Air conditioning units are dirty and full of pigeons. Location is good.
• Verified traveler (8/5): - Clean and big rooms, very nice pool. Great staff that was always helpful.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Nice hotel with good facility.
• Verified traveler (8/5): - Everything and everyone was was amazing. Nut and his co worker little oasis in Chiang Mai. Grab rides are cheap. Only downside are beds are uncomfortable
• Carolyn (10/5): - Great hotel in a good location. Good pool but a bit small. Only 6 sun lounges which is not enough. Breakfast and facilities very good. Staff helpful and friendly. We had a lovely stay.
• Aly (8/5): - Friendly hotel with very spacious 2 bedroom/2 bathroom apartment which was ideal for mother and daughter travelling together
• Yo (8/5): - Friendly staff, taxi services very fast, cleanest should be improved.
• Wendy (8/5): - nice place to stay and friendly staff , would love to go back again
• Verified traveler (8/5): - spacious room, nice hotel decor, just in-room facilities a bit old, hot water unstable
• Mikael (8/5): - Everything perfect, but the breakfast we had booked was not included, and also very strange, they said we booked with Expedia!!
• Thomas (4/5): - I really wanted to like this place, but I just couldn't. Here were my issues: -Location: poor to fair as it is not conveniently located to anything. -Fitness center: the elliptical, the multi-weight machine, and treadmill were all out of order. The selection of weights was horrid. I came here in large part because of the fitness center and was tremendously disappointed. -Room comfort: the mattress was so bad that I might have been better off sleeping on the floor. Yes, Thai beds are rather lacking, but this was akin to sleeping on a box spring. -Cleanliness: there was black mold on my shower curtain and I could smell it my entire stay.
• Lloyd (8/5): Nice hotel, great staff - The Opium hotel is a bit out of town central ( $7 taxi ) but that adds to the experience because walking around there are few tourists. A large market is within a ten minute walk plus numerous local eating places and a 7/11. We were in a cheaper room that was large, good air con, a microwave and jug. No plates or eating utensils. Breakfasts are good ($7) in the breakfast room. Staff are very helpful with good English and we got them to book everything for us with no extra cost. Nice swimming pool etc. we would stay again for sure
• Sue (8/5): It was cozy and clean place with kind staffs. - Location is bit away from main town where many cafes and restaurants are. But you can reach by walking within 20 mins anywhere. Also any red buses know this hotel’s location. so easy. For me, personally bed wasn’t that comfy. I was expecting super puffy one though. but room was very spacious and clean. i loved it
• Sumei (8/5): Resort-like + Good value + Clean - I really love the open outdoor room feel of the reception area and its surrounding gardens and pool area.
• Ceri (6/5): Average hotel, 5* staff - The rooms/facilities are average in this hotel but are acceptable for the price you pay to stay here. The staff however are what make this hotel, they could not be more friendly, welcoming and helpful. I have never been treated so well in a hotel. I wish the hotel was on the same level.
• lianne (10/5): Great stay - Amazing staff and great room, daily service and anything I needed was sorted.
• Verified traveler (8/5): Value for money - My feedback takes into account the price for the accommodation. It was a phenomenally good rate for a 2 bedroom Apartment. I knew it was 3 stars when we booked, so expectations were where they should be. The room is great with all the necessary facilities. Air con, fridge, bath and shower. The bed was made of concrete, I bought a pillow for 100 baht at the Big C and used it when I lay on my side, which got me through the 2 weeks ok. (Will never take my bed for granted again). Still - I do not regret staying here. The staff are LOVELY, the location is out of the way, but grab app meant under 100 baht anywhere in the city. Breakfast was ok for 2 out of 4 of us - I'm vegan and my youngest child is extremely fussy, so we just bought some staples and had breakfast in the room the 2 of us... which was actually relaxing anyway, no rushing in the morning. The other 2 enjoyed breakfast of sausage and egg and toast etc. The pool was heavy with chemicals... I couldn't stay in because it hurt my skin and my son and husbands nipples actually scabbed over from being in there less than an hour. Ouch. We went to tube trek another day so they got their swimming in some way. I loved that the room was made up for us every day, water replaced also. Despite the few imperfections, we would stay here again. It's quaint and friendly and we don't let little things get in the way of a good time. Staff really do make a difference though, happy and positive attitude is infectious.
• Verified traveler (6/5): Lacks attention to detail. - Where do I begin. Kitchen had dirty dishes and utensils, no microwave and no pots and pans. Had to go ask for pans to cook with. They had two worn out pots to choose from and one pan was broken. The rooms were very spacious and bathrooms were relaxing, clean and modern. False advertising with no memory foam for beds as site stated. Housekeeping left our door wide open so when we returned we had two lizards and mosquitoes in the main living area. WiFi was spotty and was unavailable from midnight to 8 a.m. neighbors above us woke us up with rowdy running, yelling, laughing, loud music, and splashing. They slammed their sliding glass doors repeatedly. Attention to detail was lacking. A lock on one of the sliding glass doors was broken so we couldn’t lock it. Security booth looked sketchy with random people always hanging out with the guard. Receptionist insisted that we give him/her our passports so they could make copies. Told us it was for our safety in case someone robbed our room. Loved the spaciousness and bathrooms. Robes were a nice touch. But not enough to make us book here again. I’d give this place a 2 out of 5 only because the kids had a blast in the private pool and I enjoyed the shower and comfy oversized couch.
• Bonnie (4/5): - The bed here was like a plank! Most uncomfortable with bits sticking up in it. They do not have mattress toppers but did put a couple of continental quilts on under the sheet. This did not make much difference. We stayed at this hotel for 3 weeks and our room was directly under construction going on directly above us. For the first week or so our hot water was intermittent. The staff are all really lovely and helpful.
• Sydney (10/5): - ALOHA Lovely tucked away property. Just a few suggestions: 1. Please replace pool towels as they are old, no absorption and do not dry. 2. Please replace bed pillows as many gu3sts have allergies for health and hygiene cleanliness from previous guests. Mattresses could definitely use a pillow top on top of mattress as very hard. 3. Lower chemicals in pool - being an every day swimmer I could not use. 4. This is a great place and just a few touches could make this a higher *STAR* Hotel. The Team was sooo kind to me as have been in hospital and they helped me recover. Mahalo Aunty Sydney
• Yvonne (10/5): - The staff arr very friendly, very helpful. They provide free pick up service from the airport. We didn’t try their breakfast. We always have our breakfast in Thanin Market. It’s very local. Food plus drink are around 100 baht per person. There is a very nice local restaurant called Som Tam Udon nearby. You must try their salad and BBQ, 150-200 per person.
• Kenneth (10/5): Kenneth barber - The room was lovely and the staff very friendly
• Russ (10/5): - Need a driver for the day? Done Need a tour recommended or booked? Done How about a massage in your room? Done Need a beer fridge at anytime of the day or night? Done Need a visa or other confirmation printed? Done -anything you need - they are happy to provide My wife and I are already planing our next trip to Chiang Mai-including a long term rental at the opium. Centrally located- 60 baht into the heart of the old city Quiet and off the beaten path, but also very accessible. Clean pool, clean rooms, friendly helpful staff. This was our second visit - and definitely not our last. Thank you again opium.
• David John (10/5): - Nothing wrong with this hotel.
• hones (10/5): Best Place to Stay in Thailand - What an awesome experience. Located just outside of downtown, the Opium is a serene stay surrounded by super friendly people and green space. Pool for those hot days to dip into, and easy booking at fri t desk for activities. Breakfast was amazing too. Would recommend and will come back here for sure if i ever make it bck to Ching Mai
• Matthew (10/5): Great hotel with amazing staff - We have been travelling for three months and this has been the best hotel for sure The staff couldn’t have been more welcoming and were super friendly throughout the whole stay, giving recommendations for food and things to do etc The hotels amenities and room etc were all really clean, the pool is not very big but as it was quite quiet it never felt too busy Thank you for a lovely stay
• Verified traveler (8/5): - Staff at this hotel are excellent for helping book day trips or taxi , they show great customer service and are very professional
• Kathy (10/5): Opium Hotel - Excellent customer service and care...the manager even called us right away and ran after our car after check out when the cleaning girl found a belt we left behind. The hotel does not have fantastic decor or furnishings, but it was very clean and safe. Excellent breakfast!
• Floyd (10/5): I would definitely come back. - The absolutely best service I have ever received. Good food within walking distance. And good WiFi. Breakfast - meh. Really clean everywhere, and a small gym with free weights.
• Suzanne (10/5): Excellent Staff, Beautiful Setting! - The staff is very friendly and speak passable to excellent English! They are so helpful in changing accomodations, booking travel, transportation or answering any questions. It is such an authentic Thai surroundings - I'm so glad to have experienced this beautiful place. Mr. Boom is terrific. So friendly and welcoming and helpful! I would love to come back to visit here if I ever return to Thailand!
• Lonnie (10/5): Nice hotel comfortable - Wonderful accomadating staff~ they provide easy low cost transportation to everywhere needed
• Mi Ling (8/5): Excellent staff - We stayed five nights at the Opium hotel in March. The hotel provides free transport from the Chiang Mai Airport. All staff were cheerful and helpful.
• Sarah (8/5): Lovely , peacful stay.. - Had a lovely peacful stay here. Lovely room/apartment right on the pool.. The pool is a little small but adequate..The location is a bit out of the way but reception are so helpful and will arrange taxis for you as you need them. Lovely big comfy beds. Staff were lovely.. Great stay overall
• Shapur (6/5): Far from city center but nice staff - It's good for the money. However far from city centre and tourist attractions. Hard to find non-thai restaurants. I had to walk a lot each day since taxi was hard to find and hotel's taxi is expensive, 130 bhats to old city for instance. The staff were very friendly and nice. The bed was old, room had a mild odor, and a sting came from the shower drain.
• Nim (8/5): Nice hotel close to local shop & market. - Walk to local market and shops everyday, local prices!
• Richard (10/5): Good base to explore Chiang Mai! - Super friendly and helpful staff, good size room with a good shower, lots of choices for breakfast- we enjoyed our stay!
• Ian (8/5): An oasis - I’ve stayed here before so I knew what to expect.. quite location, comfortable room and friendly staff. I got hat again this time. But they also experienced some difficulties such as a broken water pipe that meant we didn’t have water for about 25 hours, two internet outages for significant times (no good for digital nomads like me), and brok n washing machines for a few days. I’d stay again but would hope next time that these things wouldn’t happen.
• Eva (10/5): Very friendly staff and romantic atmosphere - The hotel staff were all so kind and caring, and I had no problem at all with travelling almost everywhere in Chiangmai, Chiangrai and Lampang. Beautiful 4 cats and super cute kitten were very friendly to visitors too. I often spent my afternoon time in my cool and quiet room looking at exotic trees and pool in the yards. Overall, Mum and I had such wonderful 17 days in this hotel and the last day we never wanted to leave. One of the managers even gave us a beautiful present, a hand made bag from Chiangmai, that made us cry with delight. I really want to recommend this place to everyone wishing to retreat from the busy old city area and enjoy nice home style breakfast every morning. And again, a special thanks and 1000 kisses to all the hotel staff and all Chiangmai people who are the nicest people in the world!
• derek (10/5): Very central location; lovely ambience - Staff were very friendly and spoke good english; the Hotel is centrally located and has full amenities; on the downside; the room safe is not secured to a wall, and could easily be lifted and taken away.
• kirsty (8/5): Outstanding customer service - The staff were rediculously helpful and warm! Anything we needed and wanted they arranged in a flash. OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE. The hotel itself was a bit far out of the centre for us BUT the staff made up for it
• Thomas K (8/5): Thumbs up - Service at front desk is excellent and the breakfast is good. Location is quite convenient.
• Richard (8/5): Resonance price and good service. - Staff try hard to help you. The hotel give you a resonable level of comfort for a good price. Staff gives good serviice.
• samantha (10/5): Loved the staff & location. Will definitely return - The staff was extremely helpful and the hotel is beautiful. They even upgraded our room for free. I can’t wait to return to Chiang Mai to stay at the opium. The front desk made excellent recommendations for restaurants and attractions.
• Panda & the Mon (8/5): Quiet retreat way from the throng of the Old Town. - Quiet retreat way from the throng of the Old Town but easily accessible to everything. We arrived during an unprecedented cold snap so the pool was in shade all day and a bit cold but in Summer it would be a relief to come back after a day sightseeing. Staff were very friendly and able to arrange taxis and tours. Good local restaurants in the street.
• DONALD (8/5): Value Apartments in a Quiet Residential Area - The Opium is located 2 km north from the busy tourist part of Chiang Mai. Owner / Manager is Mr Boom, a charming, customer-focused leader of the team, and who works incredibly long hours. The air conditioned rooms are large and clean, beds comfortable, WIFI fast, and cooking facilities adequate. A "Tops" western-style supermarket is a ten minute walk away. Free airport pick-up is a bonus. This hotel is value for money, and is highly recommended for the budget conscious traveler with a need for all the facilities of upmarket hotels.
• Aminath Fazleen Abbas (10/5): This hotel knows what hospitality is.. - I don't usually write reviews but my stay in opium was exceptional. Excellent staff, clean comfortable rooms. Loved it ! I will be back..
• Huy (8/5): Good hotel with excellent staff. - The good: staff are excellent, room cleaning very good! Staff spoke and understood English well. The NOT so good: the sewerage system was so poor, very smelly odour spreading into bedrooms! Breakfast menu left to be desired, and so call buffet b/f was non-existence. But overall, price versus services were good.
• Verified traveler (10/5): Perfect place to stay! - The staff was so helpful and kind, they booked transportation for us and gave us additional information on what to see. Best staff, very clean rooms, very comfortable, pool was great! Breakfast was delicious. Everything was perfect!!
• Kevin (10/5): A fantastic place to stay! - We couldn't speak highly enough of the apartment and the staff are possibly the best we've experienced in many places around the world. I couldn't imagine we'd stay anywhere else in Chiang Mai if the right room is available. Thank you again to the whole team at The Opium :)

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