229 Moo 1 , Chiang Saen, Chiang Saen / Golden Triangle
Explore the enchanting world of elephants at Asia’s premier Elephant Camp, as you set out on a once in a lifetime journey with Anantara Golden Triangle’s ultimate Discovery Experience.
The resort’s famed on-site elephant camp, designed as a traditional mahout village, offers guests unique opportunities such as learning to command their very own elephant through specialist mahout training courses.
Perched on a ridge overlooking the hills of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos, and the convergence of the Ruak and Mekong Rivers, the Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort opens a window to breathtaking nature.
The resort’s famed on-site elephant camp, designed as a traditional mahout village, offers guests unique opportunities such as learning to command their very own elephant through specialist mahout training courses.
The air of elegance indoors brings together many local design features to perfectly complement the dramatic vistas outside, the hue of warm brown tones contrasting with the region’s vivid greens. This enveloping natural scene also comes with modern luxuries such as flat screen satellite TV, DVD player, iPod docking station, a king bed with down duvet, an oversized terrazzo bathtub and a collection of additional luxury amenities, ensuring a remarkable stay at our stylish Chiang Rai resort.
With 64 square metres of indoor space plus 20 square metre balconies, the suites offer the perfect environment in which to unwind in the air-conditioned sanction of your own private living room, or recline on the glorious day bed looking out on some of the most spectacular views hotels in Chiang Rai have to offer.
Designed in timeless Thai style with elegant furnishings, gleaming teak wood flooring, rich silks and indigenous artifacts, these double suites provide families with an opulent sanctuary to unwind, in between unforgettable adventures. Admire the hills of three countries from balconies with built-in daybeds, the stylish lounge area of the master suite, or while soaking in terrazzo bathtubs in luxury bathrooms with retractable doors to extend the space and views. A host of modern amenities includes an espresso machine, iPod docking station, flat screen satellite TV and DVD player, ensuring relaxation and entertainment for the entire family.
Rich northern Thai curries and surprising Thai wines. Candlelit dinners of homemade Italian pasta overlooking the green hills of the Mekong Valley. Chiang Rai dining at Anantara Golden Triangle Resort is a culinary journey through centuries of Lanna culture that sits alongside Old World European favourites at two of the Golden Triangle’s best restaurants.
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Sala Mae Nam
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Chef’s signature dish is the famed Khao Soi Gai, a delicious northern-style yellow noodle coconut curry with chicken. |
Baan Dhalia
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Chef’s specials include Signature Caesar Salad spun tableside and Parmesan Spaghetti prepared tableside in a whole parmesan wheel. Alternatively, design your own flavours from Frutti di Mare, black truffle cream, Carbonara, Trapanese pesto with Parma ham, tiger prawns with pesto and pine nut. |
Elephant Bar and Opium Terrace
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Swap holiday adventure stories over a gin and tonic with light snacks, or sample an inventive cocktail prepared by our friendly mixologists, served alongside hearty fare such as the signature Anantara Gourmet beef burger: prime Angus beef on a toasted ‘Sesame Kaiser Bun’ with crisp green leaves, tomato, cucumber, fried egg, Swiss cheese and mushroom. |
Set amid acres of bamboo forest, beautifully landscaped gardens and lush mountainside jungle, it is no surprise that most of our guests spend a large part of their Anantara experience outdoors. We offer any number of ways to soak up the natural beauty of Chiang Rai and the Golden Triangle with our resort’s own onsite facilities and activities.
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Elephant Camp
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Designed as a traditional northern Thai Mahout (elephant trainer) village, our onsite working Thailand Elephant Camp is the setting for our most sought after Golden Triangle resort activities, offering the chance to interact with elephants in a stunning natural environment while helping to contribute to the conservation efforts of the resort. |
Walking with Giants
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While you meander together through the forest, you will learn more about elephant biology and behaviour from our resident veterinarian or biologist and discover more about the past, present and hopeful future for elephants in Thailand. |
Spice Spoons – Anantara cooking school
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Learn the delicate art of Thai cuisine, including some distinctly northern specialties. Visit the local market with the chef, learn to choose fresh produce and indigenous ingredients, then spend the morning preparing rustic but delectable curries, soups, appetizers and traditional desserts. |
Black Ivory Coffee
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Then enjoy an aromatic tableside serving experience, as the beans are ground by hand and brewed in the world’s most beautiful high tech machine for a clean and flavourful taste. You’ll also be helping all of Thailand’s elephants with every single cup, since 8% of sales are donated to the Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation. |
Rice Planting
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Try your hand at Thailand’s age-old rice cultivation methods in our own private rice paddies. As the staple food of Thailand, rice plays an important role in the daily life of Thai people. Farmers (“Chau Na” in Thai) transfer their knowledge of rice cultivation from one generation to the next and through this interactive local activity you will learn the ageless techniques for yourself. |
Fitness Centre
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Surrounded by the lush forest landscape and views of the resort’s fish pond garden, the fully equipped fitness centre is open from 7:00 am to 8:30 pm. Complete with treadmills, exercise bikes and weights equipment (including free weights). Relax afterwards in the sauna, steam room and whirlpool facilities. |
Mountain-biking
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Start the day with a ride to nearby Sai Thung reservoir; an unforgettable and invigorating mountain-biking experience whether you’re a beginner or seasoned athlete. |
Native Tree Planting
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Contribute to Anantara’s conservation work and leave behind a noble monument to your visit that will last for years to come. Plant a tree at Anantara and help us keep the local environment green. We’ll print a plaque or dedication with your name and care for your tree until you visit again. |
Swimming
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Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort is proud to be the site of the most idyllic pools in all of Asia, frequently highlighted in the global travel media. Float in the infinity edged pool looking down over the tree canopy towards the Mekong River and up to the green hills of Myanmar and Laos. Alternate with a soothing soak in the adjacent Jacuzzi. |
Yoga Classes
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One of our most special Golden Triangle resort activities, these classes are perfect for beginners or experienced yoga practitioners, and you can even book tailor-made classes either in your room or overlooking the resort’s stunning surroundings. |
Squash Court
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Challenge a companion to an energising game of squash. The court is located at the fitness centre, open between 7:00 am and 8:30 pm, with complimentary rackets available for your use. |
Tennis
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Enjoy a tennis match, any time of day or night. Located next to the lotus pond, our outdoor court is open from 7:00 am to 8:30 pm and floodlit for evening play, with complimentary rackets available for your use. |
Petanque Field
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Take time out for a leisurely game of Petanque (French boules) at the shaded field next to the fitness centre, overlooking the fish pond garden. |
Anantara Spa
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Terrazzo and teakwood suites set above the Thai and Burmese jungle provide the idyllic sanctuary to begin the spa journey of your choice. |
Exchange rings on a hilltop overlooking three countries. Renew your vows in a land as timeless as your love. Begin your ceremony to the ancient rhythm of a traditional drum in a choreographed elephant procession. Celebrate with family and friends in the lush green majesty of Northern Thailand. Rejuvenate in the Anantara Spa. Ride together into the sunset on the back of an elephant - traditionally Thai.
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Garden Wedding
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Make the greatest promise of your life with the hillsides of three countries, the mighty Mekong River, verdant rice paddies and elephants in the surrounding countryside as your natural witnesses. Revel in the opportunity of experiencing meaningful Thai traditions, including a monks’ ceremony and a well wishing water pouring ritual, or choose any other type of religious service. |
Regal Elephant Wedding
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From majestic elephant journeys to and from your ceremony, which can take place in a breathtaking range of locations, to the choice of Thai traditions or your own religious ceremony, and romantic spa and dining occasions, this package is designed with overwhelming romance in Anantara’s surprising signature style. |
Based on 1664 reviews
5
Sleep Quality
4.9
Location
4.8
Rooms
4.7
Service
4.9
Value
4.4
Cleanliness
4.9
Published Sat, Jan 31, 2026
The tranquility of the forest with elephant and bird calls. Our suite was amazing with evey need thought of. The bed was comfortable and the staff were always helpful and available.
Published Sat, Jan 31, 2026
Nested in beautiful and peaceful nature, overlooking the 3 countries and offering unbeatable views from the rooms as well!, we had a fantastic stay. We did the cooking course and loved it (yes you...
Published Thu, Jan 31, 2026
This resort is outstanding. The location, facilities, friendliness of staff and the experiences were beyond expectations - a real luxury
