The hotel is managed by the Mandarin Oriental Group. The owner of the premise is some Thai guy. Together they're doing a great job. Though we stayed in many 5star GL hotels this experience is the best in our lifetime. It is absolutely second-to-none in all aspects. We stayed 3 nights in the "cheapest" Colonial suite for above USD500/night. The... more

I don't have much to add to what the other reviewers have written, but I told myself that I would write something (albeit a bit late) on TripAdvisor because I had such a wonderful time here. This place is perfect. Perfect. It is heaven on earth, and some of the best memories of my life are from the Mandarin. They... more

I cannot begin to describe how amazing a hotel this is. First of all, the people working there are some of the most hospitable, kindest employees I have come across in my life. From our airport greeting, to our greeting at check in, to the presentation of our room, to cocktails with the manager, everything was phenomenal. Everyone who works... more

Just got back from 3 weeks in SEA and this was our favorite hotel....above Amanpuri. You cannot beat the service, resort grounds and food for the price. You almost don't want to leave the resort because it feels like you are in your own temple complex. Fantastic! more

Yes, I admit it, we both fall for luxury when we travel - and this place is just what we were looking for: Fantastic! Starting from the airport limo transfer in a Mercedes stretch limousine to the amazing architecture of the hotel, which almost appears to me like an enchanted castle of yesteryear - yet with all the amenities of... more

Even though there are tons of superb reviews about this resort, I also would like to salute the fabulousness of this utterly devine place. We booked a villa right on the ricefields edge months before we travelled and I reconfirmed this again some days before our arrival. Once we got there we asked about the possibilities to upgrade and were... more

It is expensive...oh yes! But you only live once! Reservations for 2009 have already been made: we'll return for the 4th time...any more questions!?! It's like a second home for us...surrounded by very,very friendly people...some even became close friends we won't miss! Heaven away from the daily struggle...no other comment! Oh, I forgot! Try to stay some days at the... more

Took me so long to right this review but just couldn't forget the experience. Expectally since we also went away this past Christmas and the hotel was more money and a not so FAB for the holidays!! We were in Chiang Mai for Christmas and what a GREAT job the hotel did. It was unforgettable and we plan to go... more

I was there with my husband. He was working the entire five daysin this hotel but I was enjoying the hotel great services and activities. more