Anantara Chiang Mai Resort

Bodhi Terrace

Bodhi Terraces serves up Thailand’s favorite regional cuisines infused with the rich overlapping history and flavors of Southeast Asia. From the south: the fire and spice of our Malay neighbors and the sizzle of Hokkien settlers. From the north: the creamy curries of Burma and uniquely Chiang Mai specialties.

An international buffet can also be enjoyed for breakfast, with tropical fruits and smoothies, freshly baked goods, and made-to-order eggs.

• Breakfast: 7.00 am – 10.30 am
• Dinner: 5.30 pm – 10.00 pm

Brit Bar

The former British consulate has been reimagined as the private members’ club of Her Majesty’s secret service. Take a seat in a number of intriguing salons or the secret room tucked behind a bookshelf for pre-dinner aperitifs, nightcaps and cigars, and hushed conversations deep into the night.

Bubbles

Chiang Mai’s first rooftop champagne bar enjoys a magical setting overlooking the Ping River. Head up at sunset and peruse an imaginative menu of bubbly cocktails paired with oysters or a cheese board. A table for two awaits at the end of the glass walkway at river’s edge, perfect for a romantic proposal or anniversary, and only available with advanced reservation.

• Daily: 5.30 pm – 10.30 pm

Nam Jai River Cruise

The Nam Jai, literally “water from the heart” in Thai, but more commonly understood as “with heart” or “kindness”, is an antique teak rice barge which has been restored by hand and outfitted with comfortable seating for eight. Cruises will set off from the resort’s newly built private pier, Long Muan, which means “fun sailing” in the local Lanna dialect.

There are two itineraries for guests to choose from. The sunrise cruise departs at 9.00 am for the nearby Wat Ket Karam. One of Chiang Mai’s oldest communities, Wat Ket, it is a melting pot of cultures – Buddhist, Christian, Muslim, Hindu and Sikh – with their different houses of worship built side by side. Guests will have the opportunity to make merit with the Buddhist monks, then cross the road to snack at what was once the city’s best kept secret, but now is in the Michelin guide – the simple roadside stall Lung Kajohn which serves up delicious bite-sized steamed rice dumplings, Khao Kriab Pak Moh. From there, it is a short stroll to the quaint pedestrian bridge of Khua Khaek for views of the river and Doi Suthep in the background.

The twilight voyage departs at 5.00 pm, sailing north past some of the city’s most iconic bridges, small temples and into lush green. This is a magical time of day, when the air stills and the sky begins to glow ochre then pink. Guests enjoy free-flow sparkling wine, canapes and a romance to savor.

The Service 1921 Restaurant

Steakhouse, Grill, Drinks & Light Dining.

The menu: prime meat cuts, in-house dry-aged beef and the best of local, tropical produce. The setting: the magnificent 100-year-old former British consulate which overlooks the Ping River. Enjoy a refined evening of wining and dining as South African Executive Chef David Eldridge presents a rich menu inspired by his travels around the world.

Please note that a smart-casual dress code applies and refrain from wearing shorts or sandals.

• Lunch: 12.00 noon – 2.30 pm
• Dinner: 5.30 pm – 10.00 pm