Striking temple architecture and mountain cafés before Northern Thai cuisine and riverside cocktails, discover a slower side of Chiang Rai with Kahavadi as your base.
In Thailand’s far north, mountain landscapes, colourful temples, and a rich Lanna heritage give the city a character all its own. Mornings begin with coffee overlooking farmland, afternoons lead to waterfalls and winding mountain roads, and evenings are best spent over regional dishes and a well-made cocktail. Set along the Mae Kok River, Kahavadi Chiang Rai, Curio Collection by Hilton, offers a relaxed base for discovering it all.
Explore the North
Start the day at 1:2 Chiangrai Brew, where a coffee break sets the tone for a slower morning. Back at Kahavadi Chiang Rai, the welcoming lobby and thoughtfully designed rooms make it easy to settle into holiday mode before heading out to explore.
No visit to Chiang Rai would be complete without seeing Wat Rong Suea Ten, better known as the Blue Temple. Its vivid blue interiors, intricate detailing, and striking Buddhist imagery make it one of the region’s most memorable cultural landmarks. For a change of scenery, venture into the surrounding countryside for a forest walk to Khun Korn Waterfall, where a spectacular cascade awaits at the end of the trail. Further into the hills, Abonzo Yama Mitsu offers mountain views, café culture and the chance to meet its resident sheep.
A taste of Lanna
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Chiang Rai’s food scene is reason enough to visit. At Kahavadi Chiang Rai, Larderley brings Thai, Asian, and international flavours together through a sharing-style dining concept inspired by the traditional Thai pinto. For a more regional experience, Tasabiang celebrates Northern Thai culinary heritage with refined Lanna dishes rooted in local ingredients and time-honoured recipes.
Look out for laab khua, a Northern Thai speciality toasted with fragrant spices, alongside slow-cooked pork leg and tender Hang Lay lamb shank in rich curry. Save room for the Doi Tung macadamia honey mille-feuille, finished with honey cream and jasmine tea sauce.
After Dark
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When evening arrives, Analog Cocktails & Records pairs carefully crafted drinks with a soundtrack worth lingering over. For something more laid-back, Reggae Home & Bar brings live music and easygoing vibes to the night.
Back at Kahavadi Chiang Rai, take a refreshing dip in the pool or make time for a workout before another day of exploring. With its riverside setting, distinctive dining and welcoming atmosphere, Kahavadi Chiang Rai offers a different way to experience Northern Thailand: unhurried, flavourful and full of character. Reserve your stay at Kahavadi Chiang Rai today.
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