Teakwood wellness sanctuary
Centuries-old teak houses cluster around a central saltwater pool, framed by bamboo and frangipani at the forested foot of Doi Suthep.
“Around its central pool, flanked by bamboo and frangipani trees, stand four antique Thai dwellings, each one a teakwood wonder...”
Where it shines
Remarkable
Bangkok studio Spacematter blends restored antique teak dwellings with intricate temple-inspired masonry and terrazzo accents.
Remarkable
Ayurah Wellness Centre combines palm-reading diagnostics, Tibetan sound baths, and multi-day temple-guided Vipassana meditation retreats.
Notable
Four century-old golden teak dwellings from Lamphun province were preserved and reconstructed around the courtyard.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
UK Readers' Choice Awards – Asia
Condé Nast Traveler
2025
Though set within the city limits, Aleenta Retreat Chiang Mai achieves a rural-resort atmosphere thanks to its verdant setting…
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Tucked into the leafy Umong district, the property sits moments from the subterranean temple tunnels of Wat Umong and Baan Kang Wat village.
The rooms
Rooms feature woven tribal tapestries and creamy terrazzo, while private pool residences open to walled courtyards shaded by trailing ivy.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The spa and pool
Ayurah Spa offers Tibetan sound healing and herbal compresses, steps from the teal-tiled saltwater swimming pool.
Movement and fitness
Daily Qi Gong and yoga take place on the open-air deck, beside an indoor gym overlooking the gardens.
At the table
The Garden Restaurant serves northern Lanna specialties and wellness elixirs, and 1892 Bar crafts herbal cocktails beside an antique piano.
How it began
Four century-old golden teak dwellings from Lamphun province were preserved on site and reconstructed to form the retreat's central pavilions.
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Aleenta Retreat Chiang Mai
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Design
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Luxe
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Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
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Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
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