Travel Guide: Yuelong Huanglong Hotel, Chiang Mai

Introduction

Tucked in the heart of Chiang Mai’s historic old city, Yuelong Huanglong Hotel (月亮黃龍酒店) blends quiet comfort with unbeatable proximity to Chiang Mai’s most beloved cultural landmarks. Perfect for first-time visitors, family groups, and slow travelers alike, this welcoming mid-range hotel caters to Chinese, English, and Thai speaking guests, making it a stress-free home base for exploring northern Thailand’s cultural capital.

Hotel Overview

Yuelong Huanglong Hotel is located at 97 Thonon Rachadamnoen Alley, Phrasing, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Si Phum, 50200 Chiang Mai, Thailand, just steps from the bustling Sunday Walking Street but set back far enough to avoid late-night noise. The property offers a range of well-appointed rooms, including spacious family rooms, non-smoking options, and fully accessible rooms for guests with mobility needs, all fitted with air conditioning, flat-screen satellite TVs, electric kettles, mini-fridges, and private bathrooms stocked with free toiletries, bathrobes, and hairdryers.

Standout facilities include a year-round outdoor swimming pool, perfect for cooling off after a day of temple hopping, free property-wide WiFi, and complimentary public parking nearby. On-site amenities include a coffee shop serving fresh local fruit, daily housekeeping, luggage storage, and paid services like laundry, dry cleaning, and airport transfers. Multilingual staff (English, Thai, and Chinese) are on hand 24/7, with 24-hour security and key card access for added peace of mind.

Local Attractions

Three unmissable attractions are all within a 15-minute walk of the hotel:

• Wat Phra Singh: Just a 5-minute stroll away, this 14th-century temple is one of Chiang Mai’s most revered, home to the revered Phra Singh Buddha image and stunning examples of traditional Lanna woodcarving and stucco work.
• Sunday Walking Street Market: Starting right at the end of Rachadamnoen Alley, this iconic weekly market stretches for kilometers, packed with handcrafted silk goods, street food, traditional live music, and local art. It runs from late afternoon to midnight every Sunday, and you can walk back to your room in minutes after a night of browsing.
• Three Kings Monument: A 10-minute walk from the hotel, this historic monument honors the three founding rulers of Chiang Mai, and sits at the center of the old city’s cultural district, surrounded by the Chiang Mai City Arts and Cultural Center, which offers fascinating insights into northern Thai history.

Travel Tips

Book your stay during the cool dry season (November to February) to make the most of the hotel’s sun terrace and outdoor pool. If you’re visiting during the Sunday market, request a room facing the internal pool area to avoid any street noise. The hotel offers paid daily cleaning and shuttle service to the airport, so book your transfer in advance via email for a hassle-free arrival. Leave extra room in your suitcase for handicrafts picked up at the Sunday market – the hotel’s luggage storage is free if you’re heading out for a multi-day trek before your flight home.