We arrived in Chiang Mai by overnight train and did not have reservation for accommodation (not necessary/see it first!). Took red taxi to old town centre and started walking. When we saw two nice Western women on the street we have asked them where they are staying and how they like it. We were looking for VERY CLEAN and reasonably... More

J Guest House is the nicest place we've stayed in South East Asia yet. Our room is huge and newly furnished with a king-sized bed. Our room has floor to ceiling windows and there is a temple next door. It is quiet at night, but we are able to walk anywhere in the center. The land lady is so helpful... More

Stayed one week in January and loved the place, rooms are bigger than a lot of 4 star hotels ive stayed in and in a good location, yes internet was slow but so are most places in the area. found the landlady very helpful and polite unlike above poster wich makes me wonder (about him not her). Would definetly recommend... More

We stayed at this Guesthouse from Feb 08 through Songkran 08. We greatly enjoyed the experience and had no major complaints. While it is possible to eat out every night in Chiang Mai, we did not have to thanks to the wonderfully stocked kitchen. If there was anything we needed (can opener, dish soap, etc.) the owner more than readily... More

The short version: Pros: Pleasant looking room Cons: Very overpriced Internet does not work No balcony Provide your own towels Wash your own bedding, or pay more, despite very high basic cost Problems will not be resolved High traffic noise Electricity not included and charged at higher rate Landlady highly critical of guests (Details are in comparison with overwhelming majority... More