Anantara Golden Triangle, Chiangraihotels Thailand

The refreshing chill of a Northern Thai sunrise shrouded in mountain mist. The rush of a longboat ride up the Mekong to Laos. The exhilaration of riding an elephant through bamboo jungle along the border of Burma. Unforgettable.

Perched on a ridge overlooking the hills of Myanmar and Laos, Anantara Resort Golden Triangle is as enchanting as the region in which it is located. Explore the surrounding forest on an elephant. Spend the day rejuvenating at the Anantara Spa. To experience Anantara Resort Golden Triangle is to savor the unforgettable natural beauty of this evocative corner of Southeast Asia. And to experience it in the laid-back luxury that can only be described as Anantara.

Surrounded by the natural beauty of Northern Thailand's rugged hill country, Anantara Resort Golden Triangle is a luxury nature retreat set amidst 160 acres of lush tropical jungles overlooking the winding Mekong River and the border with Burma and Laos.

The resort's 58 deluxe guest rooms offer views of three countries from balconies with in-built sofas, while the 19 spacious Anantara Suites combine traditional Thai art and high design, featuring hardwood floors, double balconies and open bathrooms with oversized tubs for two.

Anantara Resort Golden Triangle is also proud to feature our unique onsite Elephant Camp, offering guests such unforgettable experiences as mahout training courses, elephant trekking and other conservation activities. We also invite you to explore the vibrant culture of Thailand and Southeast Asia with our Thai cooking school, guided visits to local hill tribe villages, excursions to Burma's colorful border markets and the long tail boat rides up the Mekong to Laos.

At the end of a perfect day, relax at our hilltop infinity-edged swimming pool overlooking the Mekong Valley. Enjoy a Thai massage, Ayurvedic therapy or soak in an outdoor tub at the unique Anantara Spa. Finally, pamper your taste buds at one of our three signature bars and restaurants, bringing the flavors of Italian, rustic Northern Thai and other cuisines and fine dining experiences, with wines from around the world.

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Anantara Suites

Luxury comes to the rustic hills of the North. Spacious, elegant and serene, the suite experience at Anantara Resort Golden Triangle is the ultimate in romantic indulgence. Lounge on your canopied balcony daybed as the sun cuts through the mist on a crisp mountain morning. A view to remember.

Our signature Anantara Suites are the ultimate in space, style and spectacular views. Spacious terra cotta bathrooms open up onto the bedrooms via fluted glass doors, where you can enjoy a romantic soak for two in an oval-shaped terrazzo bathtub, with separate walk-in shower.

In the bedroom, beautiful Thai artworks, teak wood carvings, hardwood floors, plush linens and lounge furnishings provide the ultimate in relaxation. Outside, wooden ceiling fans gently whirring, built-in canopied daybeds outfit your spacious private balcony from where you can look over the pool, the tropical gardens and over to the rolling green hills of Myanmar and Laos.

Guests of Anantara Suites are also allowed to take advantage of the following exclusive complimentary services:

In-room express check-in, personal escort by front office associate
Complimentary in-suite soap selection and iPod connection
When breakfast included, choice of breakfast in room or private breakfast at restaurant
Complimentary one hour drinks & canapés in the bar daily
Complimentary internet access
Complimentary CD & DVD selection from library
Complimentary 6 pieces laundry or pressing per day
Complimentary freshly squeezed juice upon arrival
Complimentary morning coffee/tea upon wake up call

Deluxe Room

The luxury of crisp Thai silks and teakwood floors in your own private sanctuary overlooking three countries. Share a romantic bath for two in a deep terrazzo tub with a view of the Mekong. Silk, regional cottons, wooden accents and Thai artworks form the backdrop of your intimate hillside retreat.

The perfect room with a view. From your balcony sofa you can look out over three countries or down to the infinity-edge swimming pool and luxuriant gardens below. All rooms have double-sized terrazzo tubs that can be opened up via sliding glass doors onto bedrooms decorated with Thai textiles, art and wood carvings. Wooden ceiling fans and beautiful teak and terrazzo floors add a rustic, distinctly Thai style.

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Rich, Northern Thai curries and surprising Thai wines. Handmade Italian pasta and candelight overlooking the green hills of the Mekong Valley. Dining at Anantara Golden Triangle is a culinary journey through centuries of Lanna culture, as well as the highlights of Old World European favourites. All in a dramatic setting overlooking three countries.

Sala Mae Nam
Three countries. One location. Unlimited flavors. Start the day at Sala Mae Nam with an international buffet breakfast. Stop by for an afternoon snack or have dinner featuring the best of Northern Thai cuisine.

Baan Dahlia
A contemporary setting with rustic Thai accents. Baan Dahlia serves authentic Italian cuisine, which is complimented only by its extensive wine offerings from prominent vineyards around the globe. Baan Dahlia is a food and wine connoisseur's delight.

The Elephant Bar and Opium Terrace
When evening falls, this is the place to meet. Sit inside in front of the fire or outdoors on the terrace around an open hearth. Swap holiday adventure stories over a gin and tonic like the explorers of old, or sample an inventive cocktail specialty of the day prepared by our friendly mixologists.

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Meeting and Banquet

Set on top of a hill ridge above the confluence of the Mekong and Ruak Rivers, with commanding views over the surrounding countryside of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar. Anantara Resort is at the heart of the intriguing Golden Triangle region an unforgettable setting for meetings of distinction and inspired conferences, seminars or events.

End your event with a formal gala dinner, a fusion of the region's most magical cuisines. Our chef's Northern Thai specialties take centre stage at Anantara Resort Golden Triangle, offering you and your colleagues a chance to experience some of the best in Thai culinary art. But our menu does not end there. You may be surprised to learn that you can meet over an inspired Italian lunch in the heart of the Golden Triangle. Or just snack on Thai-inspired canapés during an inaugural cocktail reception or late night work session. Dining at Anantara is a meeting of tastes, of senses and a world of flavors.

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Gym and Pool - One of the most idyllic pools in northern Thailand. Float in the free-form infinity-edge pool looking down over the tree canopy towards the Mekhong River and up to the green hills of Myanmar and Laos. A fully equipped fitness centre with treadmills, exercise bikes and weights equipment including free weights. An indoor squash court is also available to guests.

Sports and Activities - The Golden Triangle is abundant with local attractions. Whether it's a sunrise breakfast trek on an elephant, a boat ride down the Mekhong river, or a three-country one-day jaunt (Laos, Myanmar and Thailand) we're certain you'll find plenty of culturally-rich, action-packed activities. Just make are you leave yourself enough time to also enjoy the many pleasures of the resort.

Elephant Camp - An elephant �drive� at sunrise. A dip in the river. Treks through bamboo groves and rice paddy. Glimpse life in traditional mahout�s village.

Spa and Thai Massage - The healing traditions of the East translated through the skilled hands of our therapists. Try a massage using ancient Thai herbal ingredients to thoroughly experience the treasures of this magical region where the borders and cultures of three countries meet.

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