Lanjia Lodge Hotel Chiang Rai

This eco-friendly, community-based lodge is perched high on a hill near the Mekong River in the Chiang Rai province of Northern Thailand. This great location offers stunning views of the Mekong Valley and lush greenery of Laos. The lodge staff are members of the local Hmong and Lahu tribes, and earnings from the lodge are put toward community projects. Guests will find a variety of opportunities to learn about the Hmong and Lahu cultures by touring the villages and meeting local shamans, and visitors can enjoy trekking tours, boat rides on the river, and a visit to the Golden Triangle. Rooms are furnished with king or twin beds and en suite bathrooms, decorated in the traditional local style with plain woven mats on the walls and floors and brightly coloured bedspreads. This lodge is the ultimate destination for those seeking an exotic cultural experience in beautiful Thailand.