InterContinental Chiang Mai the Mae Ping by IHG is a hotel destination wedding venue in Chang Wat Chiang Mai, Thailand, hosting 20 to 350 guests in the $$$$ price range, reached from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX), 15-20 minutes. Best months: February, March, April, December.
InterContinental Chiang Mai the Mae Ping by IHG
InterContinental Chiang Mai the Mae Ping stands apart as the only five-star property directly overlooking the Mae Ping River in Thailand's cultural heart, offering 396 rooms and suites with unobstructed water views.
About InterContinental Chiang Mai the Mae Ping by IHG
InterContinental Chiang Mai the Mae Ping stands apart as the only five-star property directly overlooking the Mae Ping River in Thailand's cultural heart, offering 396 rooms and suites with unobstructed water views.
This IHG flagship delivers a rare combination of riverside elegance and access to Chiang Mai's old city temples, night bazaars, and mountain landscapes without sacrificing modern luxury.
Wedding events here feature river-view ceremony spaces, multiple banquet halls, and direct access to curated experiences across the property's 6 acres.
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My wife and I stayed here in late July/ early August of 2025, for her birthday and our 5 year wedding Anniversary. When we arrived it felt like a scene from a movie!
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CNX, 20 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located on 6 acres with 396 guest rooms, eliminating need for multiple hotel blocks
- Only five-star hotel in Chiang Mai with direct Mae Ping River frontage and ceremony lawn
- Google rating of 4.6/5 with verified guest reviews praising service and riverside location
- Three distinct event spaces accommodate ceremonies from 20 to 300+ guests with river or garden backdrops
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 4:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome reception by the river
- 7:00 PMWelcome dinner at one of the on-site restaurants
- 9:00 AMOptional group activity (temple tour, cooking class, or elephant sanctuary visit)
- 2:00 PMRehearsal at ceremony location
- 6:30 PMCeremony begins by the Mae Ping River or garden lawn
- 8:00 PMReception and dinner in ballroom or outdoor pavilion
- DaytimeGuest departure or optional post-wedding activities
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CNX · about 20 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Chiang Mai International Airport.
- Typical total
- THB 4,000,000-6,000,000Aisle estimate
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For 100 guests with 50-room block, 3-night stay, and full catering: approximately 4,000,000-6,000,000 THB (120,000-180,000 USD)
- Ceremony fee
- IncludedAisle estimate
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Included with venue rental or catering package; typically 30,000-50,000 THB
- Reception
- THB 2,500-4,500 a headAisle estimate
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2,500-4,500 THB depending on menu tier and bar selection
- Room rate
- On request
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3,500-8,000+ THB per room depending on season and category
- Weather window
- February – April
The months the weather is kindest, with December mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 052 090 998
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies significantly by season. Packages often include welcome dinner, rehearsal coordination, and decorated ceremony space. Optional services (florals, photography, entertainment) available separately.
Questions about the venue
What ceremony spaces are available at the venue?+
The property offers multiple ceremony locations including a riverside lawn overlooking the Mae Ping, a covered pavilion, and garden terraces. Indoor spaces provide backup for weather concerns.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?+
Banquet and event spaces range from 20 to 350+ guests, with the main ballroom seating 300 for a seated reception.
Are guest rooms included in wedding packages?+
The property offers negotiated room blocks for weddings, with 396 rooms available on-site. Room rates vary by season and package agreement.
What dining options exist for receptions?+
Four on-site restaurants and bars offer Thai, international, and fusion cuisines. Wedding menus are customizable through the catering team.
Could this be your venue?
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.