Today marks a milestone in the strategic partnership between IHG Hotels & Resorts and Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real-estate group, Asset World Corporation (AWC), as InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping opens its doors in the historic district of Chiang Mai. The contemporary escape is set to provide travellers an opportunity to connect with the region’s traditional culture and enjoy true luxury and a sense of discovery.
When designing the conversion project from the prestigious Imperial Mae Ping Hotel, Thailand’s leading design firm PIA Interior skilfully incorporated the hotel’s storied past, creating welcoming and engaging spaces that pay tribute to the beloved hotel that welcomed generations of holidaymakers over its 30-year-long history.
The hotel’s grounds are surrounded by Chiang Mai’s iconic landscapes and offer guests 240 elegant rooms and suites with views of either the old town or the misty slopes of Doi Suthep mountain. On their doorstep, they will find a host of iconic landmarks such as Chiang Mai’s walking streets, the buzzing night bazaar and the historic Tha-Pae Gate dating back to the 13th century.
Inside the accommodations, soft modern minimalism meets Lanna-inspired décor. From lacquered panels and wood-carved sculptures to beaten metal accents, precious handcrafted objects commissioned from local artisans pay tribute to traditional Lanna crafts, while spacious zen bathrooms with a plunge bathtub offer a serene space to unwind.
The restaurants and bars at InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping showcase northern Thailand’s rich flavours, with dishes incorporating organic ingredients sourced from carefully vetted local suppliers, including bee and cacao farms, and the Royal Project foundation, a Thai non-profit organisation founded by King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Guests can also indulge in immersive cultural activities and experiences on property and beyond, such as tea blending workshops and local chocolate tasting, as well as white-water rafting, jungle walks and hot air ballooning. The hotel also hosts rotating art exhibitions and music performances curated by the hotel’s Concierge team in partnership with The Center for the Promotion of Arts and Culture of Chiang Mai University, and the Planet Trekkers programme for the young.
For destination weddings, social celebrations and corporate functions, the hotel offers a collection of glamorous event venues, including the Grand Ballroom, five smaller event rooms and a verdant central lawn set within the temple grounds. Other leisure facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. Travellers can also rejuvenate with pampering spa treatments at The li Spa.
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping in Chiang Mai’s historic district, marking an important milestone in its strategic partnership with Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real-estate group, Asset World Corporation (AWC). The contemporary escape provides travellers an opportunity to connect with the region’s traditional culture and enjoy true luxury and a sense of discovery, with a range of elegant rooms and suites, restaurants showcasing northern Thailand’s rich flavours, and immersive cultural activities and experiences. Travellers can also take advantage of the hotel’s event venues, leisure facilities and spa treatments. An exclusive discovery package is available from THB 6,400+++ per night, with IHG One Rewards members receiving an extra 10% off.
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