385/2 Charoen Prathet Rd., Changklan, Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand | 66-0-53-274-317
Gay-friendly hotel in a
serene residential neighborhood on the Ping River in Chang Khlan
Traditional,
rustic rooms with dark teak wood with antique-style furniture
Only men allowed; no women or children under 18 (a con for some)
Distinctive outdoor pool surrounded by greenery
Sauna, steam room, and relaxation spots plus weekend parties
Massages,
body scrubs, and facials at Massage Salon
Thai
and Western cuisines plus beer, wine, and cocktails at Dining Cafe
Free
breakfast with Western and Asian dishes
Fitness center and business station
Free
Wi-Fi throughout and outdoor parking
Rooms may be a bit too rustic for some tastes; reports of noise from neighboring rooms
Slight wear and tear in some guest rooms
No
female or kids guests allowed (a pro for some)
Long walks to night market and Old City (25+ minutes)
Fee for sauna events
The mid-range, 11-room Club One Seven Chiang Mai is a gay-friendly hotel on
the Ping River in Chiang Mai's residential Chang Khlan area south of the Old City. Traditional teak wood
rooms have en-suite tile bathrooms, and some have terraces with exceptional
river or garden views. There is a popular sauna and outdoor pool, as well as free breakfast served at the
on-site restaurant and bar. No
female guests or children are allowed at the hotel, and the rustic vibe and hotel's age (which shows in some spots) won't be for everyone. For more traditional, urban-chic digs, guests should consider Dusit D2, near the Night Market, which doesn't have a men-only policy.
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Scene
A historic, traditional hotel with a weekend party scene and fantastic river views
The 130-year-old
teak wood structures that makes up Club One Seven Chiang Mai have a northern Thai style with traditional Lanna accents. The property has a relaxed and tranquil atmosphere most
days of the week and a party vibe on the weekend, and design throughout is simple and rustic. Welcome drinks are offered at the small outdoor
lobby, which is mostly functional and decked in shades of orange with wood seating.
Paper chain decorations and terra cotta tile adorn the small, open-air restaurant while the cozy outdoor seating area offers wonderful river views. A quaint
terrace also features river views, and there is a lovely garden with fountains
and nude male statues as well as a phallus-shaped pool that's a popular venue for guests to relax. The sauna is the heart of the action here and hosts the hotel's weekend parties with various themes, including a mask night. Guests are gay male singles as well as couples, as this hotel
is for men only with no female guests or children under 18 allowed.
Location
On the Ping River in the peaceful, residential Chang Khlan area
The hotel sits on the banks of the Ping River in the quiet and residential Chang Khlan neighborhood.
A five-minute walk away is the Meng Memorial Bridge, which leads to a popular local food market, while the bustling downtown core of Chiang Mai, including the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, is a 25-minute walk from the hotel. There are plenty of tuk-tuks in the area and the same trip takes less than 10 minutes by vehicle. Chiang Mai's historic walled Old City is a bit farther by foot, and the east gate will take about 10 minutes to reach by tuk-tuk or taxi. Chiang Mai International Airport is a 15-minute drive from the hotel, while the wildly popular and sacred hilltop temple, Wat Doi Suthep, will take about 45 minutes to reach by road.
Rooms
Traditional and rustic teak wood rooms with tile bathrooms
Authentically charming Thai rooms have dark teak wood walls and floors in most rooms, creating a striking, rustic ambience.
Four- and half-poster beds and antique Thai furniture take up most of the space, while
colorful accents in the lamps and pillows provide a break in the dominant brown tones.
All air-conditioned rooms have flat-screen TVs and minibars as well as free
bottled water. Some rooms have terraces with seating and magnificent river or
garden views. We did spot wear and tear on some of the furniture, and the age of some of the buildings shows; some guests have reported hearing noise from neighboring rooms through thin walls. Basic terra cotta tile bathrooms are slightly dated, with curtained showers and stand-alone sinks in most rooms.
Toiletries are provided.
Features
Popular sauna hosts gay parties and outdoor pool plus on-site restaurant and bar
The sauna is the
highlight of the hotel and is popular with guests as well as locals. A steam
room, dry sauna, and relaxation rooms are available, and there is a Massage Salon featuring facials and body scrubs plus Thai massages. Events are held on weekends at the sauna area, but they cost extra, and have wild themes. Brown tile and greenery
surround the phallically-shaped outdoor pool, with a few colorful lounge
chairs for seating. Thai and Western cuisine is served for breakfast, lunch,
and dinner at the restaurant while the bar has wine, cocktails, and beer. A
free breakfast (Western and Asian dishes) is also provided. Cardio and weight
machines in addition to free weights are provided at the fitness center while
the business center has leather couches, computers, and a large flat-screen TV.
However, the furniture’s rips are repaired with duct tape. Wi-Fi is free and the hotel also has parking.
