RACHAMANKHA

Chiang Mai, Thailand

Situated in the heart of historic Chiang Mai old city founded in 1296, the 25-room and suite Rachamankha is next to Wat Phra Singh, justifiably the city’s most famous temple (cir.1345). Rachamankha, the luxury boutique hotel, distinctive architecture aesthetic is inspired by the 11th centuries B.C. vernacular Chinese dwellings, from which Northern Thai architecture has its roots. Rachamankha was designed by Thai architect Ong-ard Satrabhandhu in the style of residential living to encourage a genuine feel for the history and culture of Lanna Chiang Mai.

Its interior is conceived according to an oriental concept of simplicity albeit with extraordinary attention to detail. Walls are made with traditional lime plaster over handmade brick, the same technique used in temples since the founding of Chiang Mai in 1296. Of the 23 luxurious Superior and Deluxe bedrooms and 02 exquisite Suites fully equipped with every amenity for either work or leisure. Also, the Library at Rachamankha exudes old world charm and character; it houses over 2,000 books ranging from novels to work on Thai history of art and architecture, design and culture.