Amongst the mysterious Lanna architecture, set in acres of exotic plantation, this astonishing hideaway was designed as a re-creation of the ancient Lanna Kingdom. A colonnade of 54 colonial style suites, which overlook the resort's largest pool, and the slightly more rustic 64 private teak wood villas, are enshrouded by tropical greenery. As well as being a perfect retreat from which to explore the rich cultural heritage of Northern Thailand, the hotel features a regional dancing presentation for guests. A Thai cooking school is available where you can prepare a meal from the shopping phase through to dining. If you wish to improve your culinary skills, visit the Thai cookery school where you can shop, prepare and then enjoy your efforts.
Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi
Best time to be there
November to March. April is often the hottest month of the year, and also the month of the celebratory 'Songkran' festivals. May to October is the rainy season, with short bursts of rainstorms refreshing the green paddy fields once more.
Fly to
Bangkok (British Airways/Qantas/Eva Airways/Thai Airways)
flying time
11 hours 30 minutes non-stop
time difference
GMT +7 hours
Visas
Not required for UK passport holders
Health Requirements
Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area
Itineraries
Eastern & Oriental Bangkok to Singapore
Travel from Bangkok across the beautiful scenery that Thailand offers, past the legendary River Kwai and onwards to Malaysia. Read more ...
Classic Thailand
Classic Thailand highlights * Colourful Bangkok * Elephants and hilltribes * Beautiful beaches of Phuket Read more ...
Northern Thailand
Highlights Explore Bangkok, visit Emerald Buddha Temple, visit the Elephant camp Read more ...
Guest Testimonial
This is my first booking with A & K and the whole experiance was outstanding. I would say it was 110%.
- NC, Bath
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