Rob5060 Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 Hoping to have a short break not too far from Chaing Mai, i.e. say no more than a 3 hour drive. Looking for a resort/hotel that offers a country location with a bit of luxury and beautiful gardens / surroundings. I know you guys can afford luxury regularly Any ideas Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ajarn Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 Doi Angkhang is my local favorite for a getaway... http://www.amari.com/angkhang/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rinrada Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 Looks nice ...heres another bit of info..... Developed as part of the Royal Angkhang Research Station, under the Royal Project Foundation, Angkhang Nature Resort is situated a comfortable three hour drive from Chiang Mai. Its mountain location, cool climate and the scenic beauty of the surrounding countryside make it the ideal getaway for nature lovers. The resort is situated at Doi Angkhang, 160 kilometres away from Chiangmai north of Thailand, taking approximately 3 hours drive. Airport : Chiang Mai 162 Km. 300 Min. Nearest Station : Chiang Mai Railway Station 164 Km. _ Min. The Angkhang Nature Resort offers 72 standard rooms and 2 suites. Each is furnished in teak wood, decorated with local Thai fabrics and has a spacious private balcony from which to enjoy the view. The rooms feature private bathroom with hot shower, hairdryer, shaver point, private balcony, television, mini-bar, IDD telephone, and wall to wall carpet. The Camellia Restaurant serves delicious and nutritious Thai, Northern Thai and Western specialities using fresh vegetables, fruit and herbs from the Royal Project. Both the indoor and outdoor seating offer spectacular views of the sunset and over the surrounding countryside. The Angkhang region is a trove of natural treasures. The invigorating mountain air, the fresh, cool climate, the breathtaking scenery and the quiet of the countryside all make for a rejuvenating break from the city. Enjoy trekking, bird-watching, mountain-biking, or the quiet contemplation of Doi Angkhang. Rates include all taxes and service charge Room Type : Superior Breakfast : Included Period Single Double/Twin Triple Quad Jan 19 2005 ~ Feb 28 2005 52 GBP 52 GBP 64 GBP N/A Mar 01 2005 ~ Oct 31 2005 29 GBP 29 GBP 41 GBP N/A Room Type : Superior Garden View Breakfast : Included Period Single Double/Twin Triple Quad Jan 19 2005 ~ Feb 28 2005 60 GBP 60 GBP 72 GBP N/A Mar 01 2005 ~ Oct 31 2005 38 GBP 38 GBP 49 GBP N/A Previously these special rates of the Angkhang Nature Resort Hotel Chiang Mai, were available exclusively to travel agents and corporations. AsiaRooms.com makes them available to everyone. http://www.asiarooms.com/thailand/chiang_m...ure_resort.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ajarn Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 For those with a GPSR, you can download the track for Doi-Suthep/Doi-Angkhang, to and from Chiang Mai Best for Magellan users Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n7zrd Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 Anantara www.anantara.com Simply wonderful! (and highly suggested). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ajarn Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 (edited) The north one looks nice from the outside...Only one problem if you wanted to go south... "Anantara Royal Coco Palm Khao Lak suffered extensive damage from the tidal wave which devastated much of the coastal area of Phang Nga province on 26 December. The resort is not expected to reopen in the foreseeable future. For emergency, please call the Anantara hot line at +66 (0)76 338284. The management and staff of Anantara Resorts and Spas would like to express their profound sadness and most sincere condolences to all who have suffered as a result of this terrible tragedy" Edited January 19, 2005 by Ajarn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sendbaht Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 Ajarn, Wow, will keep that place in mind. Very cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve2UK Posted January 19, 2005 Share Posted January 19, 2005 Anantara www.anantara.com Simply wonderful! (and highly suggested). <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Do you happen to know if the Golden Triangle Anantara started out as a Merdien in the late 80's/early 90's? If so, it's the place I stayed for just one night on a 5-day northern highlands tour back then. Just the one night, but I'll never forget seeing the dawn mists over the Mekong from my room terrace - even better than in that pic.............. The rest of the place was absolutely beautiful Lanna perfection....... sabaii dee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chanchao Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 Ajarn, how mut you pay at Angkhang Resort? (And where do you book) Like, I check their websites and I see prices in US dollars.. You know I have this allergy, it's really strange, caughs, sneezing, itch, rash everytime someone quotes me something priced in US$ in Thailand.. Then I see " ++ " and I'm pretty much out for the count. Cheapest I found on the web in real money is still 3,600 baht until end of Feb, 2000 after that. That's still pricey, but my experience with Amari hotels is that they do listen to reason, so... how mut you pay? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ajarn Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 Chanchao, I've had pretty good luck using http://www.hotelthailand.com , especially for same-day bookings w/discount. I remember it was just under 2,500 a night (all inclusive, w/ABF) when I stayed there last June for three days. The cheaper rooms (mountain view) are best if you're facing west (The few rooms that face east to the mountain are still nice, but limited in scope. Garden rooms are nice if you're into gardens... Still can't figure why they're considerably more expensive than the mountain view rooms, though. Beautiful and peaceful spot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trawler Posted January 23, 2005 Share Posted January 23, 2005 Anantara www.anantara.com Simply wonderful! (and highly suggested). <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Do you happen to know if the Golden Triangle Anantara started out as a Merdien in the late 80's/early 90's? If so, it's the place I stayed for just one night on a 5-day northern highlands tour back then. Just the one night, but I'll never forget seeing the dawn mists over the Mekong from my room terrace - even better than in that pic.............. The rest of the place was absolutely beautiful Lanna perfection....... sabaii dee <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Yes it used to be a Meridian hotel,and I stayed there in 93,as everyone has said,wonderful views in the morning over the Mekong and Laos/Burma with the morning mist.However I believe they built a big casino on the Burmese bit of land in frontof the hotel on the left hand side,so it may cramp the view a bit. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve2UK Posted January 23, 2005 Share Posted January 23, 2005 Anantara www.anantara.com Simply wonderful! (and highly suggested). <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Do you happen to know if the Golden Triangle Anantara started out as a Meridien in the late 80's/early 90's? If so, it's the place I stayed for just one night on a 5-day northern highlands tour back then. Just the one night, but I'll never forget seeing the dawn mists over the Mekong from my room terrace - even better than in that pic.............. The rest of the place was absolutely beautiful Lanna perfection....... sabaii dee <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Yes it used to be a Meridian hotel,and I stayed there in 93,as everyone has said,wonderful views in the morning over the Mekong and Laos/Burma with the morning mist.However I believe they built a big casino on the Burmese bit of land in frontof the hotel on the left hand side,so it may cramp the view a bit. Cheers <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thanks for the confirmation - glad I saw it before the casino arrived....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabaijai Posted January 24, 2005 Share Posted January 24, 2005 Can you actually see the casino from the resort? I've never stayed at the resort, though I once had lunch there when it was Le Meridien. I've also been to the casino, on a visa run, and it seems like it wouldn't be possible to see one place while standing in the other. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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