137 Pillars House
Wat Ket, east bank of the Ping River; Chiang Mai, Thailand
137 Pillars House creates an intimate suite experience around a historic teakwood residence in Chiang Mai’s Wat Ket neighbourhood. The accommodation gives particular attention to private outdoor space and bathing, with balconies, Victorian-style tubs and indoor and outdoor garden showers appearing across the suite collection. Larger categories add separate living rooms, while the Louis Leonowens suite includes its own swimming pool. Those differences make the choice of suite central to the stay. Dining ranges from casual meals and afternoon tea to more formal evenings, allowing the house’s atmosphere to remain part of the daily routine. The historic teak building supplies a strong connection with the area’s past, while contemporary suites provide the practical comfort expected of a luxury hotel. This is especially appealing to couples and families who value space and a manageable scale. Its distinction is the way the residential setting turns ordinary moments, from morning bathing to an evening drink, into a more personal version of a Chiang Mai visit.