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Best Rooftop Bar in Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai's rooftops are low-rise compared to Bangkok but the views of Doi Suthep mountain and the Old City lights are arguably more atmospheric.

Top Picks

  1. 1

    The Roof @ Le Meridien

    Old City / Chang Klan

    The most polished rooftop in town with a proper cocktail programme and live DJ on weekends.

    350 THB cocktailReserve weekends
  2. 2

    MyST Sky Bar (Akyra Manor)

    Nimman

    Boutique hotel rooftop with a small infinity pool and 360-degree city views.

    320 THB cocktailWalk-in mid-week
  3. 3

    Tha Chang (Rooftop)

    Old City / Tha Phae

    Casual rooftop with views over the Old City wall — cheap beer, decent Thai food.

    200 THB cocktailWalk-in
  4. 4

    Rooftop Bar at SCC (Shangri-La)

    Chang Klan

    Shangri-La's polished rooftop with full Doi Suthep mountain views — premium pricing.

    400 THB cocktailBook table

Tips

  • Tha Chang, in the Old City's Tha Phae area, is the cheapest of the four at 200 THB a cocktail and takes walk-ins, with views over the Old City wall rather than the mountain.
  • The Roof at Le Meridien gets busy for its weekend DJ sets — reserve if you're going Friday or Saturday.
  • MyST Sky Bar at Akyra Manor in Nimman has a small infinity pool alongside its 360-degree views, and is quiet enough midweek to walk in without booking.
  • The Shangri-La's rooftop bar at SCC is the priciest here at 400 THB, with full views of Doi Suthep mountain and a table booking required.
  • Cocktail prices run from 200 THB at Tha Chang to 400 THB at the Shangri-La — decide between the casual Old City wall view and the premium mountain outlook before choosing.

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