Chiang Mai Riverside
Design-forward urban-riverside boutique. Polished but not stuffy. Art deco room aesthetics, glass-house dining, rooftop saltwater pool. The owner's vintage car collection is parked on-site and adds an unexpected personal touch.
Book the Oxygen Dining Room for dinner even if you're not a guest — it's publicly accessible and the glass house at night is striking.
Why It Matters
One of the most architecturally distinctive hotels in Chiang Mai: only 29 keys, 150 meters of river frontage, a fiber-optic saltwater rooftop infinity pool (the only one of its kind in the city), and a Michelin-commended restaurant. TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Best of the Best 2021 winner.
A 29-suite boutique resort on the banks of the Ping River in Chiang Mai's Wat Ket neighborhood, formerly known as X2 Chiang Mai Riverside. The architecture blends contemporary design with Lanna cultural references, and the courtyard is shaded by century-old tamarind trees. Its Michelin-commended Oxygen Dining Room — set inside a glass house right over the water — is a serious draw on its own.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
Garden View Suite
A spacious deluxe suite with chic design and a separate indoor seating area. The private balcony looks out over the garden toward Doi Suthep mountain rather than the river — a quieter, greener outlook. Rain shower, LED smart TV, mini bar, coffee and tea, all the standard Cross amenities.
KingGrand Suite River View
A step up in space and luxury. The same Ping River balcony view as the River View Suite but with a bathtub added and more expansive living quarters. Separate indoor seating area, opulent furnishings, and the full Cross amenities package.
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Pool Suite
The top accommodation here. A private plunge pool with generous deck space and outdoor sunbeds sits right outside the suite — all for your own use. Separate lounge area, bathtub, the full luxury amenity set. Michelin Guide describes these as delivering everything the hotel promises without tipping into needless ostentation.
KingRiver View Suite
The standout for views. A large private balcony with outdoor sunbeds looks directly over the Ping River. Comes with an entertainment system including a complimentary media library, plus all the signature Cross luxuries. Good choice for those who want to watch the river from bed.
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Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Handcrafted desserts and tea served at the Library Bar & Cafe. A relaxed afternoon ritual for guests.
Drop-off bus service to the Night Market runs every day at 5pm. Saturday and Sunday also covers the walking street markets. A genuinely useful perk — saves you sorting a taxi every evening.
The hotel offers turndown with in-room mist, aromas, and bedtime snacks. On check-in, guests are greeted with a chocolate bar. On check-out, a take-home memento is provided.
Complimentary kayaks and life jackets available for guests to paddle along the Ping River directly from the resort. A low-key way to see the riverside neighborhood from the water.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
High-speed WiFi available in all rooms and public areas.
The riverside glasshouse doubles as an events and wedding venue. Dedicated wedding planner and event team on-site.
State-of-the-art machines, free weights, and equipment on the rooftop with panoramic Ping River and city views. Sunrise and sunset sessions are particularly good. Open 07:00–20:00.
Dry cleaning and laundry services available for guests.
In-room dining available for all guests.
50 standard car parking spaces available on-site at no charge.
The only fiber-optic-lit rooftop saltwater infinity pool in Chiang Mai. Panoramic views of the Ping River. Plush sunbeds. Open 07:00–20:00. In-house guests only.
Airport transfers available at surcharge. Must contact the hotel at least 24 hours before arrival.
Bicycles available for guest use to explore the Wat Ket neighborhood and riverside area.
On-site steam room available for guests.
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