The Opium Chiang Mai
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Book it if you want a pool, a gym and free parking for under €30 a night and are fine with a 24 to 28 minute walk to the main temples. Skip it if dated bathrooms bother you or you want to be inside the Old City walls.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
This is our Budget pick for Chiang Mai. It suits travellers who want more than a bare room for very little money: the property lists a pool, a gym, free parking, a garden, a terrace and family rooms. Longer stays on a budget and families watching costs are a natural fit.
Skip it if you care a lot about bathrooms. Guests say they are spacious and clean, but the fixtures are dated and the water temperature can be unstable. Skip it too if you want to walk out of the door straight into the temples of the Old City.
Location and getting around
The address is 121/1-5 Soi Viangbua, Chottana Rd., T. Changpuak, A. Muang, in the Chang Phueak area. Guests rate the location 8.3 out of 10 and describe a quiet neighbourhood close to local markets, restaurants and convenience stores.
Wat Phra Singh is about 1.9 km away, around 24 minutes on foot. Wat Chedi Luang is 2.2 km, about 28 minutes. Both are walkable, though the heat can make that harder. Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is 6.2 km away, around 78 minutes on foot, which is far: you will need a taxi or other transport.
Walking times are straight-line estimates and have not been checked on the ground.
What guests say
The score is 8.6 out of 10 from 3,515 reviews. That is a big sample, so the number is reliable. In our comparison it ranked joint tenth of 15 eligible properties on score, which tells you there are higher-rated hotels in the city at higher prices.
Staff get the most praise: friendly, helpful and accommodating, with a warm welcome. The quiet street and the nearby markets and shops also come up often.
The main weak point is the bathroom, as noted above. Room size, noise and renovation condition have not been assessed by us.
Price compared with our other Chiang Mai picks
The reference price was €27.53 a night, about €55 for two nights. It is the reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults in one room, not a live quote. Check today's price for your dates.
The sample median in Chiang Mai was €112.00 a night, so this came in about 75% below it. Our Best Value pick, POR Santitham, was €47.66 a night with a score of 8.8 and is a little closer to the temples. Our Luxury pick, Maladee Rendezvous Hotel Chiang Mai, was €310.60 a night with a score of 9.6.
For about €20 a night less than POR Santitham you get a similar package with a gym added, at the cost of a slightly lower score and a few more minutes of walking.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 15 eligible hotels in Chiang Mai. After reserving the upscale choice, The Opium Chiang Mai had the lowest eligible reference price. With 8.6 from more than 3,500 reviews and a useful list of facilities, it was an easy Budget pick.
Before you book
Breakfast options listed are Continental, Asian, American and breakfast to go. Whether breakfast is included depends on your rate, so check. Confirm the cancellation terms too.
If hot water matters to you, read the latest reviews for updates on the bathroom issue. Check pool and gym hours for your dates.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
How much does The Opium Chiang Mai cost per night?
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was €27.53 a night. Check today's price for your dates.
Does The Opium Chiang Mai have a pool?
Yes, a swimming pool is listed, along with a fitness centre. Check opening hours for your dates.
Can I walk to the Old City temples from The Opium Chiang Mai?
Wat Phra Singh is about 24 minutes on foot and Wat Chedi Luang about 28 minutes, as straight-line estimates. Doi Suthep is far and needs a taxi or other transport.
Is parking free?
Free parking is listed by the property. Confirm availability when you book.
What are the main complaints?
Guests say bathrooms are spacious and clean but have dated fixtures and unstable water temperature.