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Where to book in Pai: our two picks

Pai is easy: stay in town or out in the valley. Our exclusive pick is a small garden resort in the middle of town; our accessible pick is a resort outside it.

By Kylian Dev

  • One independent address
  • One mid-range option on Trip.com
  • Weak points written down

Our short list

Best season: November to February is cool and dry, and the busiest time.

The two addresses

Where we would book in Pai

Independent pick

Pai Village Boutique Resort

Rustic boutique resort of huts, 38 rooms · 88 Moo 3, Vieng Tai, Pai, on the walking street

Price per night

Price not verified: check the live rate before you plan.

Best for

Couples, Gardens and atmosphere, Walking to town

Three things that make it special

  • Lush gardens of flowering bushes and bamboo
  • A pool, cafe and terrace
  • Free breakfast with great variety

The weak points

  • Lively and noisy evenings on the night-market street
  • Neighbouring huts may have thin walls
  • Needs advance booking from November to February
Where exactly
88 Moo 3, Vieng Tai, Pai, on the walking street. Open the map
Getting there
In central Pai; the minivan from Chiang Mai takes about three hours.
Good to know
Pool: Outdoor poolBeach: Not applicable
Check rates on Trip.comOfficial website
Mid-range pick

Belle Villa Resort, Pai

Valley resort with cottages · Huaypoo-Wianguna Road, outside Pai town

Price per night

Price not verified: check the live rate before you plan.

Best for

Quiet stays, Mountain views

Three things that make it special

  • 360-degree mountain views at the Peng Mong restaurant
  • Cottages with balconies and mountain views
  • Rooms with a swimming pool and private balcony access

The weak points

  • Out of town, so it needs transport
  • Wi-Fi and kids’ facilities not stated
  • Part of a small three-resort group
Where exactly
Huaypoo-Wianguna Road, outside Pai town. Open the map
Getting there
About 15 minutes outside Pai town (hotel contact: +66 81 302 4151).
Good to know
Pool: Swimming poolBeach: Not applicable
Check rates on Trip.comOfficial website
Not sure which area? Read where to stay in PaiThe area guide tells you which part of town to choose; this page tells you which address to book.Pai travel guideWhat to do, when to go and how to get there.

These are editorial picks: we have not been paid for them and we do not claim a stay we did not make. Booking links to Trip.com are partner links.