The lavish Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi offers the northern Thailand visitor the opportunity to enjoy the legendary Mandarin Oriental hospitality and service. In 60 acres of lush grounds (yet within 15 minutes of the city), this secluded oasis makes a superb base for sightseeing and shopping. With a design drawn from the heritage of the ancient Lanna Kingdom, the resort has 144 spacious teak villas and suites, hand-crafted by local artisans and graced by authentic artefacts and exotic design features. The latest technology and large open terraces (some with private plunge pools and Salas) add to a true sense of luxury. No visit to the resort would be complete without a visit to the Dheva Spa, a luxurious palace of professional healing. Le Grand Lanna is a renowned Chiang Mai establishment for authentic Thai cuisine and Fujian, the Chinese restaurant, is such a delight and creates delicious dim sum delicacies.
Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi - Villa Lobby
The design of the suites, villas and residences is a visual journey through the history of the Lanna region, from the glory of northern Thailand to the influences of neighbouring Myanmar, China and Laos and the introduction of Colonial architecture. Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi offer guests the choice of private two-floor villas, Colonial-style suites or the grandeur of the Residences. All of the spacious suites and villas have separate sitting areas and generously proportioned bathrooms while some villas feature private outdoor plunge pools. Throughout the resort, Mandarin Oriental offers an atmosphere of culture and calm, with the display of beautiful artefacts from its private collection amidst the welcome shroud of lush tropical greenery.
Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi - Colonial Suite
Each evening you can meander through the ‘city’ and choose a new dining experience. Mandarin Oriental offers marvellous settings inspired by the history of Lanna and cuisine that has gained both an international and highly valued local reputation. Le Grand Lanna is a renowned Chiang Mai establishment for authentic Thai cuisine; Farang Ses Restaurant serves one of the best French cuisines in Thailand, dishes that exude the heady aromas of the French countryside but remain light, avoiding rich butter sauces. Fuijan serves authentic regional Chinese cuisine in an elegant 1930s Shanghai mansion.
Named in Sanskrit, Akaligo means timeless; this restaurant has a light and airy feel, mixed with a sense of grandeur as it is filled with large windows overlooking the landscaped gardens. This restaurant serves American buffet breakfast each morning – served on the delightful terrace overlooking the gardens or in the cool interior. Its famous Sunday Jazz Brunch embraces a sumptuous array of exotic dishes and live food stations accompanied by live music.
The inspiring views of rice paddies set the scene for a delicious and healthy way to start the day. Relaxing and rejuvenating, Rice Terrace is the perfect place to savour the unique Spa Breakfast. Each morning, the Rice Terrace welcomes you with healthy and organic breakfast choices, including gluten-free breads and muffins. Plus, you can choose from an array of herbal teas, freshly squeezed fruit juices, or specially mixed ‘detox’ infusions.
Loy Kham Bar, just steps away from the Villas and Residences, is a welcome retreat. Located next to the dazzling infinity-edge swimming pool, the bar is spread over two floors in its own beautiful wooden building. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining and extensive views of the lush green rice paddies surrounding the resort, or cool off in the shady indoor seating area.
Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi - Farang Ses Restaurant
Thailand’s first world-class destination spa is unique in both concept and design; created under the auspices of health specialists and inspired by an ancient Mandalay Palace. The seven tiered roof is representative of the journey you will begin; that is the seven steps to nirvana and the attainment of spiritual and physical perfection.
Spa therapists are trained at the on-site Academy to the highest levels of professionalism. The Dheva Spa offers an extensive range of holistic therapy from luxurious treatments, prescribed residential retreats and spa programmes in the world renowned Ayurvedic Centre. Taking a holistic approach, the Dheva Spa offers each guest spiritual and physical guidance with yoga, pranayama and exercise regimes.
