Mae Hong Son, 196 Moo 8 Tambon Jong Kham, Amphoe mueang ,Mae Hong Son province 5800019.285899,97.958254(Show on Map)
8.5
Very Good
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Checkin - Checkout datesWed, 05 Aug - Thu, 06 Aug05 Aug - 06 Aug
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Summary of reviews
Crossroads House is a charming and atmospheric guesthouse located slightly outside Chiang Mai's city center. While its proximity to a main road may result in some traffic noise, the location offers a balanced mix of convenience and tranquility. Guests appreciate the ease of access to key sites such as the temple and main town, despite the occasional inconvenience for those without personal vehicles. Affordable prices and the warm hospitality from the family running the guesthouse enhance its appeal, making it a remarkable value-for-money stay.
The guesthouse provides a variety of amenities, including free water, coffee and tea, ensuring that guests feel refreshed at all times. The breakfast receives high praise for its extensive and delicious offerings at reasonable prices, contributing to an excellent overall dining experience that extends to dinner. The in-house restaurant is lauded for its amazing food with many guests considering it the best they had in Chiang Mai. Adding an enjoyable touch, the cooking classes offered at Crossroads House allow guests to learn and prepare traditional Thai dishes, fostering a communal and engaging atmosphere.
Rooms at Crossroads House are spacious, clean and comfortable, reflecting a blend of old Thai-house charm and modern functionality. While the decor may appear outdated to some, the simplicity does not detract from the overall comfort and cleanliness. Multiple fans are provided to mitigate the lack of air conditioning and the well-stocked bathrooms ensure guest convenience. The communal areas are inviting, offering opportunities for socialization and the large, pretty garden with hammocks adds a relaxing touch.
High standards of cleanliness are maintained throughout the establishment with sparkling clean facilities and hygiene products provided in the bathrooms. The staff at Crossroads House play a significant role in creating a welcoming atmosphere, exhibiting exceptional hospitality, friendliness and helpfulness. Owner Pon is particularly praised for her kindness, local knowledge and excellent English proficiency. Daily activities like the cooking class further enhance the social and homey vibe.
For families, Crossroads House stands out with its family-friendly atmosphere, making guests feel like part of an extended family. The cooking classes and communal dinners are highlighted as standout activities, fostering connections among travelers. The large family rooms and thoughtful guidance on local attractions contribute to an authentic and tailored experience.
Though the firmness of the mattresses receives mixed reviews, many guests find the beds clean and comfortable with some describing them as the most comfortable during their travels in Southeast Asia. Despite minor issues, such as noise from adjacent rooms, the overall positive feedback emphasizes the guesthouse’s excellent hospitality, cleanliness and communal spirit, making Crossroads House a delightful choice for visitors to Chiang Mai.
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Parking
This hotel offers free parking facilities for guests. Both general and private parking options are available on-site.
Small
The hotel provides a relaxing and comfortable stay with well-maintained facilities. Its location offers stunning views, enhancing the overall intimate and charming experience.
Free Wi-Fi
Room Types
Quadruple Room with Shared BathroomFeaturing free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a shower. The quadruple room has a dining area, a terrace and garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Quadruple Room with Shared BathroomProviding free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a shower. The quadruple room features a dining area, a terrace and garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Quadruple Room with Shared BathroomFeaturing free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a shower. The quadruple room has a dining area, a terrace and garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Quadruple Room with Shared BathroomOffering free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a shower. The quadruple room has a dining area, a terrace and garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Quadruple Room with TerraceThis quadruple room features a desk, a terrace, garden views and a private bathroom. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen BedsThis quadruple room has a desk, a terrace, garden views and a private bathroom. The unit has 2 beds.
Budget Twin RoomThis twin room features a desk, a terrace, garden views and a private bathroom. The unit offers 2 beds.
Family RoomThis family room has a desk, a terrace, garden views and a private bathroom. The unit has 3 beds.
Guest Reviews
8.5
Very Good
Review Summaries
Location
Crossroads House offers a mix of convenience and tranquility for visitors looking to explore the area. Located slightly outside the city center, the site is described as both peaceful and easy to reach with tuk-tuks and other transport options readily available. Despite being set near a main road, which contributes to some traffic noise, guests appreciate its proximity to key sites such as the temple and the main stretch of town, just a short drive away.
The location might be somewhat inconvenient for those without personal vehicles, but the overall accessibility and quick reach to major sites make it manageable. The rustic charm and affordable prices further enhance its appeal, offering great value for money. The staff, particularly the friendly and considerate family running the guesthouse, adds to the overall positive experience, ensuring guests feel welcomed and assisted. Whether it's for cooking together with fellow travelers or simply enjoying the fresh atmosphere, Crossroads House exemplifies a reasonably comfortable and atmospheric stay.
Breakfast
Crossroads House offers an inviting experience for guests with a variety of amenities available at all hours. The provision of free water, coffee and tea ensures guests always feel refreshed. The breakfast receives frequent praise, noted for being extensive, delicious and reasonably priced. Both breakfast and dinner at the in-house restaurant are described as perfect with the food reflecting excellent value for money.
Many guests commend the restaurant specifically for its amazing food with one traveler stating it was the best they had in Chiang Mai. The owner and staff are highlighted as friendly and helpful, providing valuable sightseeing advice. The cooking class available at Crossroads House adds an enjoyable and cozy touch to the stay, further enhancing the overall guest experience.
Dinner
Crossroads House offers a unique and engaging dinner experience through its daily cooking classes. For only 60-80 baht, guests can participate in preparing traditional Thai dishes alongside the host, making it a fantastic and highly recommended activity. This communal meal preparation serves not just as a cooking class but also a convivial moment where everyone comes together to share their creations. Many guests express that the food is delicious with some stating it outshines other cooking classes they've attended in Thailand. The atmosphere is friendly, fun and incredibly welcoming with the opportunity to learn from the owner, Pawn and interact with fellow travelers. Overall, it's an amazing value for money and adds a memorable touch to every stay.
Rooms
Crossroads House offers a mix of comfort and cleanliness, making it a solid choice for travelers seeking spacious accommodations. The rooms stand out for their size, providing ample space to relax and are consistently praised for their cleanliness. Guests frequently highlight the comfort of the beds and the overall functionality of the rooms. The beautiful old Thai-house structure adds a charming touch to the experience, complemented by a large, pretty garden with hammocks for relaxation.
While the decor may seem outdated to some, the simplicity does not overshadow the comfort and hygiene maintained throughout. The lack of air conditioning can make evenings hot, although the presence of multiple fans provides some relief. The bathrooms are noted for being clean and well-stocked with necessary toiletries, ensuring guests have everything they need for a comfortable stay.
The staff at Crossroads House receive high marks for their helpfulness and friendliness, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. The communal areas are cozy, offering opportunities for socializing and the optional communal meals come highly recommended for their quality and extensive selection. Parking availability is another plus for those traveling by car.
Overall, Crossroads House offers a pleasant stay with its spacious, clean and comfortable rooms, coupled with a hospitable environment that leaves a lasting impression on its guests.
Beds
Crossroads House receives fairly mixed feedback regarding its bedding. On the plus side, many guests appreciate the clean smell of the sheets and towels and noted the beds as comfortable. Several highlighted the dormitory beds for their unique pod-like design, which offers considerable privacy. The spacious rooms and high-level facilities, such as hot water, contribute to a favorable stay. A recurring theme in the reviews is the comfort of the beds with some guests even claiming it as the most comfortable they had during extensive travels in Southeast Asia.
However, the firmness of the mattresses seems to divide opinion. While some visitors described the beds as blissful and comfortable, a significant number found them hard or even rock-hard with mentions of thin and uncomfortable mattresses. Cleanliness of the mattresses also came into question for a few, who noted a musty smell. While beds may not be universally comfortable to all, the overall impression is a blend of satisfactory facilities with room for improvement in bed comfort.
Cleanliness
Crossroads House impresses with its very beautiful, clean and orderly structure, featuring a stunning wooden design that adds to its charm. Guests repeatedly highlight the cleanliness of the rooms, describing them as very clean, spacious and comfortable with clean beds and bathrooms. The establishment maintains sparkling clean facilities, including the kitchen and dormitories, ensuring a pleasant stay for all its visitors.
The rooms are consistently noted for their generous space and cleanliness. In addition, the hostel provides hygiene products in the clean bathrooms, further enhancing guest convenience. The super friendly and enthusiastic staff also contribute significantly to the overall positive experience. They go above and beyond organizing activities like a Thai cooking class that fosters a social atmosphere among guests.
The hotel offers additional perks such as free coffee, water and tea, which guests appreciate. This coupled with the accommodation's affordability, makes it an attractive option for travelers. Despite some minor issues like the lack of sound isolation in rooms that can lead to hearing noise from adjacent rooms, the overall feedback underscores the hotel's commitment to maintaining high cleanliness standards, providing comfortable and spacious accommodation and ensuring guest satisfaction in a peaceful environment.
Staff
Crossroads House stands out for its exceptional hospitality, as highlighted by numerous guest reviews. The staff, described consistently as super friendly, genuinely helpful and attentive, contribute significantly to the welcoming atmosphere. The owner, often mentioned by name, Pon, is praised for her kindness, detailed knowledge of the town, excellent English proficiency and dedication to helping guests. Guests rave about the daily cooking class, a unique offering that adds a special touch to their stay. The warm-hearted and approachable nature of the staff, combined with a dedication to providing useful information and recommendations, makes Crossroads House a standout choice for travelers. The communal spaces and overall environment are also appreciated, complementing the friendly and committed service provided by the staff.
Family
Crossroads House offers a compelling family-friendly atmosphere where the sense of togetherness and personal connection takes center stage. The establishment feels like a cozy, extended family, thanks to the hosts who go above and beyond to create a welcoming environment. The cooking class is a standout activity that allows guests to bond and meet other travelers, contributing to the homely vibe. The host family, especially Porn, is noted for their kindness, helpfulness and constant presence to assist guests. Dinners are particularly special, as guests join in cooking with the owner, making for an enjoyable and communal experience every evening. The large family room adds to the comfort and the thoughtful guidance around Mae Hong Son enhances the stay further. For an authentic, tailored experience that surpasses larger hotels, Crossroads House stands out as a prime choice.
FAQ
No, Crossroads house doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Crossroads house.
No, Crossroads house doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Crossroads house.
