Built in 1889 to accommodate the manager of the British East Borneo Company, 137 Pillars House has been restored into a 30-suite boutique hotel. The hotel's whitewashed buildings are laid out in a traditional 'lanna' style of which the former house is the centrepiece, and are set around a beautiful lawn on which High Tea is served every day. The original house takes centre stage and features the Parlour Lounge and a comprehensive library.
All of the suites combine elements of a colonial era with rattan furniture, freestanding Victorian-style baths and black and white photographs of Thailand at the turn of the 20th century, along with a full complement of modern amenities to make your stay as comfortable as possible.
Dinner is served in the hotel's dining room, or alfresco in the courtyard and Thai cooking classes are available for anyone wanting to hone their culinary skills. There is also a swimming pool, spa and small gymnasium.
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Photos of 137 Pillars House
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Rajah Brooke Suites Building, 137 Pillars House
Tour ideas in Chiang Mai
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at 137 Pillars House as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favourite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can’t be bettered.
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Amata Lanna
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Anantara Chiang Mai Resort & Spa
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Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai
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Responsible ChoiceWe've hand-selected a range of tours and stays across the world that go above and beyond to be a force for good by supporting local businesses, educating staff, challenging local norms, or promoting conservation and biodiversity efforts. Your Responsible Choice helps increase the positive impact of your trip.Lisu Lodge
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you’re staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident’s eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area’s inhabitants.
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Chiang Mai city safari ![Young monks travelling by songthaew, Chiang Mai]()
Chiang Mai city safari
Chiang Mai city safari
This one day tour will take you to Chiang Mai's most popular sites but will also give you a true flavour of daily life in the city. See the old trader community of Wat Gatekaram, markets, temples and a vast array of unique 'street life'. Explore ancient ruined temples by bicycle, before boarding a long-tail boat on the Mae Ping River. End the day with a tuk-tuk ride to Warorot Market to join the bustle of locals as they buy their fresh food and spices.
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See elephants at the Elephant Nature Park ![Day trip to the Elephant Nature Foundation, Chiang Mai]()
See elephants at the Elephant Nature Park
See elephants at the Elephant Nature Park
The Elephant Nature Park is a non-profit organisation that advocates and acts on behalf of rights for elephants in Thailand. The park offers visitors a rare experience to get involved with the elephants from an educational perspective.
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Thai for a day ![Mr Prapat explaining the herbs in his garden]()
Thai for a day
Thai for a day
Experience a typical day in the life of a Thai family by taking a cooking class in their home. Among other things, the family will also demonstrate their basket weaving skills, a tradition that has been in Thailand for centuries.
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Chiang Mai and nearby places
- Pai 54 miles away
- Mae Hong Son 77 miles away
- Doi Angkhang 78 miles away
- Fang 80 miles away
- Chiang Rai 94 miles away
- Nan 117 miles away
- The Golden Triangle 128 miles away
- Sukhothai 135 miles away
- Loei Province 201 miles away
- Nong Khai 254 miles away