SPA

The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai, chosen as the World's Best Spa by Conde Nast Traveller (UK) in the 2007 Reader's Award, features seven spacious treatment suites offering total privacy for individuals or couples. Each suite offers a variety of facilities, including outdoor showers, private herbal steam rooms and outdoor soaking tubs. Two of the suites have tropical rainshower massage tables. The spa also features a lanna-style beauty salon.

The range of Four Seasons treatments is inspired by ancient Thai rituals using native herbs, spices and aromatic oils created through traditional rural methods and focusing on the use of organic ingredients. One of our spa specialists will help choose the most beneficial therapy for you.

Massages- Traditional Thai
This ancient massage technique (also known as yoga massage) has been handed down through centuries. Based on the application of pressure along the energy lines of the body, together with stretching of muscles, Thai massage stimulates energy flow and eases muscles, replacing tension and stress with a feeling of energy and peace. Guests wear a locally made two-piece massage garment of soft cotton for this treatment. A 90-minute Thai massage is a full-body massage with stretching, while a 120-minute massage also treats specific areas of the body.

Dining
Sala Mae Rim
Savour the unique flavours of northern and vegetarian Thai specialties at Sala Mae Rim, renowned for its sumptuous Thai cuisine. A high teak wood ceiling complements Northern Thai artifacts and sweeping views of the Mae Rim Valley. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, with seating for 46 indoors and 24 outdoors.

Terraces
Located beside the Resort's main swimming pool, Terraces offers a stunning open air setting with an expansive view of the surrounding rice paddies and the distant Doi Suthep mountain range. Complementing the traditional Lanna-style architecture of the Resort, Terraces features international cuisine inspired by the region's abundant natural produce and showcases sensational dishes from Asia and beyond. Seats 58.

Elephant Bar
The perfect place to watch the sun set as you relax on the terrace under large Thai umbrellas with charming elephant stands. This open, pavilion-style lounge offers a truly relaxing atmosphere. Enjoy a creative selection of cocktails, after-dinner drinks and refreshments. Seats 22.

Terraces Bar
An ideal place to enjoy a light meal during lunch or signature refreshments before dinner at Terraces. Decorated with the oversized teak furniture. Located on the upper deck of the main swimming pool. Seats 28

In-Pavilion Dining
Four Seasons In-Pavilion Dining is a 24-hour fine-dining experience within the comfort and convenience of your pavilion or residence suite. Choose from an extensive menu, day or night, ideal for time-zone-hopping travellers or for quiet, private dining.

Fitness Facilities
The Health Club features state-of-the-art exercise equipment, separate saunas for men and women, a unisex Thai herbal steam room, a heated outdoor whirlpool, a cold plunge pool and a 20-metre (66-foot) infinity-edge swimming pool.

The Health Club also provides complimentary mountain bikes for adults and children, complete with maps and recommended trails

Main Swimming Pool
The 20-metre (66-foot) infinity-edge swimming pool offers beautiful views of the Mae Rim Valley across picturesque rice terraces. On a lower level, an additional infinity-edge pool is for adults only. Poolside Foot Massage service is also available.

Whirlpool
Overlooking rice paddies, the whirlpool is for adults only.

Residence Pool
Exclusive for guests staying in the Residence Suites, it features a children's pool area and a whirlpool.

Tennis
The Tennis Club offers two floodlit tennis courts and a Peter Burwash International (PBI) resident professional for private coaching. Complimentary racquets, balls, tennis shoes and clothing are available.

Balloon ride
Our early morning balloon ride takes you over the plains of Ping River Valley where you can watch the sun rise and enjoy breathtaking views of mountains and terraced rice paddies. Sights of the many beautiful temples of Chiang Mai are also highlights of your flight. The excursion is offered on a seasonal basis from November to February.

Horseback riding
The Pack Squadron, a mere 15-minute drive from the Resort, offers horseback riding; experienced instructors are available if guidance is required.

Rice planting
Learning how rice is planted can be a rewarding experience. Join the farmers when they transplant sprouts from the seed bed, every Tuesday and Saturday from 10:30 am to 11:30 am. You will wear the "mor hom", a farmer's traditional costume, available from the Tennis Club and Health Club.

Thai kickboxing
Learn "Lanna Muay Thai" - the sport of northern-Thai-style kickboxing. The lessons are challenging, the workout fun and the memories are unforgettable. Also receive a Lanna Muay Thai t-shirt as a souvenir. 90-minute classes are available on Wednesday at 1:30 pm and Sunday at 10:30 am. Reservation is required and can be made at the Tennis and Health Club.

Gecko Club
The Gecko Club welcomes children ages 4 to 12 and offers complimentary games and activities daily. Meals can be ordered in advance by parents for children who participate in the programme.

Business services
Around the clock, Four Seasons can assist you with business, entertainment or travel arrangements through the business centre and resourceful, multilingual Concierge.

Cooking School
The cooking school introduces guests, both novice and experienced cooks, to the art of Thai cuisine. Designed by the Resort's culinary team, the programme offers guests a hands-on learning experience. Famous dishes such as kaow soi gai (Chiang Mai curry noodle soup with chicken) and gaeng hung lay (dry spiced curry with pork and pickled garlic) are just two of the specialties that are introduced in the cooking school's weekly programmed.

Gift certificate
As a gift of love or one of thanks, a Four Seasons Gift Certificate is everyone's perfect gift. Use them to reward your favourite people with Four Seasons moments. Let your imagination soar and design an experience you know they'll love. Or simply let your recipient decide, with denominations in any value selected by you. At your request, we can even arrange shipping.

Meeting
Pure inspiration - a tiny kingdom of Lanna-style pavilions and magnificent residence suites gazes over rice fields and mountains in the tranquil Mae Rim Valley. With an exclusive Thai cooking school and the rewards of one of the world's finest tropical spas. Supported by uniquely intimate meeting pavilions and the flawless attention of Four Seasons.

Hotel Facilities:

• Restaurant
  
• Poolside Bar
  
• Beauty Salon
  
• Wireless Internet
  
• Shopping Arcade
  
• Coffee Shop
  
• Banquet & conference facilities
  
• Business Centre
  
• Laundry Service
  
• Tennis Court
  
• Swimming pool
  
• Fitness Centre
  
• Massage
  
• Jacuzzi
  
• Spa
  
• Sauna