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Chiang Mai Elephant Friends

3.0 star property
Hotel in Mae Wang with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Double Room | Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Double Room | Room amenity
Premium Triple Room
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Asian cuisine

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug

Explore the area

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201 Moo.9 Mae Win, Chat Wat, Mae Wang, Chiang Mai, 50360
  • Doi Inthanon National Park
  • Maevang Elephant Camp
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Elephant Jungle Sanctuary: Chiang Mai Camp
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Chiang Mai (CNX-Chiang Mai Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Terrace/patio

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Comfort Triple Room

Comfort Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium Triple Room

Premium Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Bungalow

  • Sleeps 6

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Deluxe Bungalow

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Pool Side

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bungalow Air

  • Sleeps 3

About the area

Mae Wang

At Chiang Mai Elephant Friends, you'll be 28.9 km (18 mi) from Doi Inthanon National Park and 31.8 km (19.8 mi) from Grand Canyon Water 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 Chiang Mai Night Bazaar and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep.

What's nearby

  • Maevang Elephant Camp - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Elephant Jungle Sanctuary: Chiang Mai Camp - 16 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Chiang Mai University - 55 min drive - 53.0 km
  • Tha Phae Gate - 56 min drive - 54.1 km
  • Chiang Mai Night Bazaar - 57 min drive - 54.1 km

Getting around

  • Chiang Mai (CNX-Chiang Mai Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pon Elephant Thailand - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪เฮือนหอมรฎา - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪ร้านป้าแต้ Food And Rafting - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪สถานีกาแฟสด bts ณ แม่วาง - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tawan Riverside Café - ‬1 min walk

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 air-conditioned 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

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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

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

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

More

  • Air conditioning

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends?

As of 16 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends on 24 Aug 2025 start from NZ$145.08, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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. 60 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 75 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Warning- this is not an elephant sanctuary but a tourist business. Elephants are chained up 12 hours a day and made to do tricks.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an extremely relaxing atmosphere, staff were very friendly and helpful. There were multiple things to do and the accommodations were great. My only addition would be in room coffee. There was a hot water pot, but no beverage package.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ciarra

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lizbett, Homestead

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t miss this one.

Amazing, all of it, only downside we didn’t stay longer. It was truly special. I loved the entire property. The elephants, the food, the people that worked there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria ignacia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me encantó!!! Limpio, cómodo y se ven muy bien cuidados los elefantes 💜
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely people, terrible beds.

This place is fantastic! The staff were lovely. The beds were worse than sleeping on the floor. I've never had such a hard bed in my life. The cabins are outdated. But I can't get over the pain of the beds. Literally like sleeping on rocks. I'd recommend visiting but not staying over or if you do one night max for the elephant wake up. It was a lovely place so I feel bad not giving 5 stars but need to be accurate in my review.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the most amazing place love love this place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great experience at a great place!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just Wow! We had an amazing stay at Elephant Friends Resort. Our bungalow was right in the river. Very comfortable beds. Everything you need! The staff was amazing and restaurant food excellent. We did the bamboo river rafting which we loved!!! Then the morning of our departure the elephants came for breakfast. Just a magical experience. I highly recommend this resort. And the elephants are well cared for ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The views overlooking the river are just amazing. The bungalow is simple but clean with wifi, comfortable bed and a/c. Staying here for the day is fantastic. You will see the elephants walking around all day and you can watch others with their elephants. I especially liked that if you sign up for a walk or bathing etc it will be only with your group. The staff go out of their way to take pics for you on your phone so you can focus on the elephants. Must do the morning wake up... the best.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a amazing experience you can see the elephants are well taken care of the food at the restaurant was sooo good views are amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful experience

I stayed for 2 nights in the small bungalow with the little private pool. It was absolutely wonderful. This was at the end of my first solo travel to Thailand and it was a great way to end my trip. The property was very peaceful and quiet, the elephants are just amazing, and the food was delicious. It's an hour away from Chaing Mai old town and I used the hotel transport, check in was super easy as I had already paid when I booked. All of the activities cost extra and you pay at check-out, I felt they were all very comparably priced compared to other tours in the area. I did the elephant feed & walk and the rafting. Both were wonderful! The stuff was very friendly & helpful, the food was very good and the view was beautiful. My room was clean & had an a/c unit, it was actually cool enough I never turned it on, the bed was very firm but the pillows and blankets were soft and comfy. Over all it was the highlight of my trip and I plan to return with my kids in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is wonderful and they treat the elephants very well. We would love to see more care for the environment with just so much garbage in and around the river but it did not take away too much from the experience. Leo was our guide for the full day and was a very kind hearted guy who genuinely cares for the animals.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about my stay was amazing....staff were great, food was excellent and the elephant experience was a once and a life time adventure
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayden

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was quiet and peaceful. Everyone here was polite and helpful. Our time with the elephants was awesome, my wife loved it! Would recommend to a friend. This place also has good food!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genesis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had so much fun in this hotel . The staff were very helpful and friendly . I will definitely come back with my family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

WESLEY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the highlights of our trip to Thailand was our 3-night stay at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends. The entire staff was extremely personable, always greeting you with a smile throughout our visit. The two on-site restaurants serve excellent Thai cuisine and delicious smoothies! And the interaction with the elephants - feeding them and bathing them - truly a memorable experience that we will always cherish!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Magaly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place staff are very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Amazing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Amazing place in the jungle. We did the elephant wake up, the day with the elephants and trip to Doi Inthanon. The elephants were incredible, the highlight of our trip. The restaurant was fantastic...some of the best food we had. Breakfast had lots of choice too. The room was very basic and there was a distinct drain smell in our room. However, it was worth it for the once in a lifetime experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024