Tri Yaan Na Ros Colonial House Hotel

July 2006

With just eight rooms, the Tri Yaan Na Ros (pronounced Tree Yah Na-rote) seems to fit the "boutique hotel" label perfectly. Inside and out, the property has been designed in the style of the late nineteenth century, when Chiang Mai was being 're-discovered' and re-populated after being emptied out by the Burmese for many years. Floors and most furniture are made of wood, with many accents from the local silver shops. Every room has photographs of Chiang Mai dating from the 1950s. There are some concessions to modern living, like air conditioning, hot water and color televisions.

There is a small swimming pool, although it's more of an over-sized jacuzzi. Breakfast is served in a small restaurant that is part of the hotel. Upstairs in the restaurant building is a small library with a couple of computers for using the internet. The hotel also rents bicycles for touring around Chiang Mai.

Hotel facilities include a small pool, restaurant, internet access, bicycle rental and free airport pick-up.

Rooms feature air conditioning, mini-bar, color television with a few international channels, combination safe and hair dryer.

Pluses: Quiet neighborhood, distinctive design, small family style hotel, friendly and helpful staff.

Minuses: Few restaurants or other night-life within easy walking distance; rooms may be too small for a long stay.

Rooms at the Tri Yaan Na Ros Colonial House may be booked through Agoda or you can compare rates from several sites using Hotels Combined".