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MAE HONG SON , CHIANG RAI & GOLDEN TRIANGLE
from £ 21 per person per night from £ 54 per person per night
THE IMPERIAL
3★ Mae Hong Son
Located in a teak forest on the edge of this picturesque town , The Imperial is a low-rise resort that blends perfectly with its natural surroundings and provides a tranquil base from which to explore . The comfortable rooms feature a touch of local ethnic decor while the restaurant , with its open-air terrace overlooking the exquisite landscape , serves authentic northern Thai dishes as well as a selection of international cuisine .
Features : 104 rooms • restaurant and bar
• swimming pool • free WiFi
Accommodation : In superior rooms with bath / shower , mini bar and balcony .
Room upgrades : Honeymoon suite rooms from £ 17 .
Jungle bubble
Meals : Breakfast .
Private transfers : 5 minutes from Mae Hong Son airport or 5 hour drive from Chiang Mai .
Note : In April local mist can cause flights to be cancelled at the small airport .
THE RIVERIE BY KATATHANI
4★PLUS Chiang Rai
This lovely hotel sits within landscaped gardens on its own island in the Mae Kok River , yet is just 15 minutes walk from central Chiang Rai . Warm colours and delightful details weave throughout the property and along with the contemporary rooms , there are extensive leisure facilities and dining venues .
Features : 271 rooms and suites • 3 restaurants
• 2 bars swimming pool • children ’ s pool • gym
• spa • children ’ s club • recreation centre • game room • free WiFi
Accommodation : In deluxe garden rooms with shower , mini bar and safe .
Room upgrades : Deluxe river rooms from £ 10
• larger family suites from £ 19 which also have a bath and children ’ s beds separated by a sliding door
• Riverie suites from £ 26 which include a balcony .
Meals : Breakfast . Private transfers : 20 minutes from Chiang Rai airport .
from £ 485 per person per night
PREMIER PLUS
FREE nights
3 for 2 : Aug-Oct 24 & Apr- Oct 25 . Compulsory breakfast payable on free nights .
ANANTARA GOLDEN TRIANGLE ELEPHANT CAMP & RESORT5★ Golden Triangle
Perched high overlooking the border with Myanmar and Laos , this elegantly rustic hotel offers magical views and once-in-a-lifetime experiences . For each night of your stay , you have a choice of included activities plus the option to upgrade to a fully furnished transparent jungle bubble , for uninterrupted views of the gentle giants , as well as the stunning starlit sky .
Features : 61 rooms & suites • 2 restaurants • bar • infinity swimming pool
• gym • squash • spa • yoga • highly acclaimed elephant camp • jungle bubble experience • cookery school • rice & tree planting • free WiFi
Accommodation : In deluxe three country view rooms with bath and separate shower , DVD , mini bar and balcony with cantilevered daybed which is an ideal place to laze and watch the grazing elephants .
Room upgrades : Three country view suites from £ 189 which also feature a spacious lounging area • three country view family suites from £ 330 which comprise a suite and interconnected twin room , making it ideal for families .
Optional extra : We highly recommend booking the jungle bubble optional one night activity , available from £ 329 . Whilst retaining your existing hotel room or suite , you also spend a night in a jungle bubble , which has a spacious bedroom and living space plus an enclosed non-transparent bathroom . Along with close up views of the elephants , receive a delectable dinner basket , a fully stocked mini bar and in-room dining service
Private transfers : 1 hour from Chiang Rai airport .
Note : Some activities and experiences , such as the jungle bubble and elephant adventures , are incredibly popular and space is strictly limited . We recommend booking as far in advance as possible before arrival .
ALL INCLUSIVE - WHAT ’ S INCLUDED Buffet breakfast in main restaurant | lunch & dinner at any hotel restaurant | non-alcoholic beverages | in-room mini bar , refreshed daily with a selection of soft drinks & snacks | one activity per night stayed from selection : Elephant Experience at Dara Camp ; Spice Spoons cooking class ; 60 minutes spa treatment ; 60 minutes private yoga or 60 minutes private Pilates class or local Golden Triangle excursions | admission to Hall of Opium museum ( once per person per stay ).
PREMIER PLUS
Early booking room discount up to 15 %: On selected dates between Aug 24-Mar 26 .
5 % room discount : If you stay at least 3 nights .
Deluxe three country view room visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 444 • www . premierholidays . co . uk
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