Ban Narai River Guesthouse

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Scored 9
Rated superb

Free WiFi

10

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Ban Narai River Guesthouse in Chiang Mai offers a sun terrace, garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy air-conditioning, terrace, balcony, and private bathrooms with garden or river views. Dining Experience: The traditional restaurant serves American and Asian cuisines for brunch, lunch, and dinner, complemented by cocktails. Outdoor dining areas provide relaxing spaces. Convenient Location: Located 6 km from Chiang Mai International Airport, the guesthouse is a 5-minute walk from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar and near attractions such as Tha Pae Gate (1.6 km) and Wat Phra Singh (3.4 km). An ice-skating rink is nearby. Guest Services: The property offers yoga and fitness classes, bicycle parking, car hire, and luggage storage. Highly rated for its convenient location, quietness, and nearby food and drink options.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Chiang Mai, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

Breakfast info

American

Availability

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Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

James
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Quirky place on the riverbank. Free tea, Coffee, toast and snacks. There was also an honesty bar as bar and pizza place closed until November. No tv or fridge in compsct rooms”
Selina
Germany Germany
“The views are so great and everything is so lovely decorated!! Also really really clean and cute room and bathroom! Loved the 3 dogs so much, they made me really happy!”
Avichai
Israel Israel
“Osama was very helpful with recomendatioms and with ordering a taxi to pai. Quiet place on the river”
Brian
Canada Canada
“Great location right on the river Walking distance to morning and .night. markets Restaurants and shopping Great hosts”
Edward
Canada Canada
“Just a great spot on the river. Really friendly owners, very clean, and well worth the price. Walking distance to nearly anything you want to see. I most definitely would stay again.”
Benjamin
Australia Australia
“The place is an absolute gem, if you can get a room in this little slice of paradise then it's a must.”
Kerenza
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This was our favourite place we stayed in Thailand. The room was very comfortable and the place has a lovely calm atmosphere, you can chill out and read a book or have a beer overlooking the river. The owner was friendly and had 3 lovely dogs :)...”
Clotilde
France France
“We appreciated the authenticity, peaceful atmosphere of the place, simplicity and kindness of the owner and staff, delicious meals. The location is perfect, close to the Night Bazaar where you can buy delicious food, and easy to grab a tuk tuk to...”
Lena
Germany Germany
“Very friendly and very cosy - they just have a few rooms so it’s not crowded which we really liked. The rooms also have an ac which was super good since we had 38 degrees :)”
Kevin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“So so friendly welcome and service And from the 3 little dogs”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.7
Host review score
Ban Narai River Guesthouse is a wooden row house by the Ping River, built in 1978. We grew up in this house — watching the rainy seasons flow by, year after year. One day, we decided to turn this old home into a small guesthouse, while keeping the same warmth and simplicity from the past alive in every corner. Each room at Ban Narai has a river view, soft morning sunlight, and cool evening breeze. You’ll find trees, the occasional bark from our little dogs, and delicious homemade pizza from our wood-fired oven in the evenings. Ban Narai is perfect for those who want to spend their days slowly and simply, close to the river. If you’re looking for a peaceful riverside stay in the heart of Chiang Mai — a place that feels more like visiting a friend’s home than staying in a hotel — we’d be happy to welcome you here at Ban Narai.
I used to work full-time in the magazine industry, but one day I decided to leave it all behind and return to a simpler life at my family’s old wooden house by the Ping River. That’s how Ban Narai was born — a small guesthouse named after my grandfather’s surname. We take care of this place ourselves every day, living here with three little dogs and one black cat. We love sharing hidden spots and local tips with guests who come to explore Chiang Mai. If you’re looking for a small, simple place to stay — peaceful and personal, like visiting a friend in Chiang Mai — Ban Narai might just be the right place for you.
We are situated between Nawarat Bridge and Iron Bridge, along the famous Ping River. Ban Narai River Guesthouse is a place where you instantly feel at home. Step out the front door and explore the Night Bazaar, Warorot Market, and charming boutiques, galleries, antique shops, street food stalls, hawker centers, and restaurants. Then, return 'home' to relax and unwind in our peaceful retreat.
Languages spoken: English,Thai

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    American • Asian
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Traditional

Facilities of Ban Narai River Guesthouse

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast

House rules

Ban Narai River Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Ban Narai River Guesthouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

A negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result is mandatory to check-in to this property.