Thirty butler-served suites around a restored 19th-century teak house on the Ping River in Chiang Mai's Wat Gate district. Couples and history lovers come for the heritage setting, the 25 m pool and the Nitra Serenity Centre spa. The lowest suite rate listed here is US$400 a night.
137 Pillars House is a 30-suite boutique hotel at 2 Soi 1, Nawatgate Road, in the Wat Gate district of Chiang Mai, northern Thailand, on the east bank of the Ping River. Every suite comes with a butler, and the restored 19th-century teak house at its centre makes it a strong choice for couples and history-minded travellers.
The teak house on stilts was built in the late 1800s as part of the Borneo Company's headquarters, when the firm was central to northern Thailand's teak trade. A former owner, Jack Bain, counted the 137 pillars holding it up, and the name stuck. The restored house now holds the bar and lounges.
Wat Gate is a short walk from Warorot Market and the Flower Market, and the Night Bazaar and Tha Pae Gate are close. The Old City temples, including Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phra Singh, are a short ride across the river. Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is about 8.9 km by road, around 20 minutes. Transfers cost THB 1,300++ each way by sedan for up to two guests or THB 1,500++ by van; book them in advance by email.
There are five suite categories, named after figures from the teak era, from the 70 sqm Rajah Brooke Suite to the 135 sqm Louis Leonowens Pool Suite with its own pool. Each suite has a balcony or terrace over the gardens and a large bathroom with a Victorian or sunken tub plus indoor and outdoor garden showers.
Breakfast is served in The Dining Room from 6:30 to 10:30 AM, à la carte, with Northern Thai dishes and Western classics. Palette serves gourmet dinners, and Jack Bain's Bar mixes classic cocktails. Afternoon tea is served in the house or out in the gardens.
The 25 by 5.5 m pool is open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. The air-conditioned gym is open 24 hours, and the Nitra Serenity Centre spa runs daily from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Pool and gym are for hotel guests, though visitors can use them through the Nitra Wellness Membership with a spa treatment. The hotel arranges guided tours, including temple visits by samlor (cycle rickshaw).
137 Pillars House holds one MICHELIN Key. Inspectors singled out Palette for dishes such as slow-cooked northern curry lamb, and the hotel runs cooking classes in its show kitchen. Much of the teak house is a careful reconstruction with modern wiring, plumbing and air conditioning, so the 19th-century feel comes without the old discomforts. The Library Bar and the Parlour Lounge are good spots for a quiet drink.
Sources: MICHELIN Guide. Facts checked November 2026.
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25 x 5.5 m pool, open 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, for in-house guests.
Nitra Serenity Centre open daily 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM; gym open 24 hours.
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Cancellation and prepayment terms depend on the rate booked. The Non-Refundable Advantage rate must be booked at least 10 days in advance and cannot be refunded.
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Children are welcome in selected suite categories.
Children aged 0-5 may share their parents' bed free of charge.
Children aged 6-11: THB 1,250+++ per child per night.
Guests aged 12 and over: THB 2,500+++ per person per night.
All charges are subject to tax, service charge and provincial tax.
Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
Pets are not allowed. The hotel does not accommodate pets.
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Yes, for an extra charge: THB 1,300++ per way by sedan or THB 1,500++ by van. Email stay@137pillarshouse.com in advance.
The 25-metre pool is open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM; the gym is open 24 hours.
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General
In the historic Wat Gate district of Chiang Mai beside the Ping River, close to the Night Bazaar, Warorot Market and the Old City.
The 19th-century teak house stands on 137 pillars, counted by a former owner, Jack Bain.
From the 70 sqm Rajah Brooke Suite to the 135 sqm Louis Leonowens Pool Suite, which has its own pool.
Yes, in the hotel's show kitchen.
Stay & facilities
Check-in is from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
The pool and gym are for in-house guests only. Visitors can use them through the Nitra Wellness Membership when combined with a spa treatment.
Breakfast is in The Dining Room, dinner at Palette, cocktails at Jack Bain's Bar, and afternoon tea in the house or gardens.
137 Pillars House has Wi-Fi; the listing does not say whether it is free. Listed: Internet – Wifi.
What's included
Breakfast is served in The Dining Room from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM, with Northern Thai dishes and Western classics.
Booking
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is about 8.9 km away by road, around 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Transfers cost THB 1,300++ per way by sedan (up to 2 guests) or THB 1,500++ by van; book in advance at stay@137pillarshouse.com.
Families & accessibility
Yes, in selected suite categories. Children up to 5 share their parents' bed free; ages 6-11 cost THB 1,250+++ per night and guests 12 and over THB 2,500+++ per night.
No. None of the 30 suites can take animals.
Prices & payment
Rooms at 137 Pillars House start from $400.00 (USD) per night (Rajah Brooke Suite). 5 room types are listed, from $400.00 to $800.00 a night. The price for your dates is shown when you check availability.
Cancellations & changes
The cancellation and prepayment terms of 137 Pillars House are set out under House Rules on this page.
Getting there
Yes, 137 Pillars House has parking. Listed: Parks nearby and Car park.
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