Mr Kem is just a wonderful host. He wants you to have the best experience in Chiangmai. Rebates all commissions. Just loves his job. Thanks for a wonderful experience Mr Kem. 2 mins from the bazaar. Rooms simple and clean but good value. More

Vanilla Place Guest House is a great place to stay! The owners are extremely helpful and go out of their way to make your stay in Chiang Mai worth it. They confirmed our elephant experience with the company and booked a last minute cooking class--giving us a 10% discount! The rooms are clean, water is complimentary and the beds are... More

Vanilla place was a home away from home. It was lovely to know that whenever we were unsure about anything that mr kem (the owner) would always be there with a huge smile and a helping hand. He told us the best places to go, the best tours to do, the best food to eat, and he would book them... More

Simply perfect. The best place to stay in Chiang Mai. My partner and I travelled to Chiang Mai in late January 2012 and was everything we could have wished for, and more. This adorable guest house is nestled right in the heart of Chiang Mai - it's located close to the Ping River and is walking distance to the Night... More

Pros: - Great service. As the title suggests, Mr Kim and his wife were very helpful and welcoming during our time at Vanilla place. Nothing seemed too much trouble for them! We were given a map of the city when we checked in and the main features around us were explained. Mr Kim also helped us out with organising tours,... More

Ken and Kath are amazing hosts and nothing is too much trouble. As soon as you mention something Kem is on the phone sorting it out for you. They are kindest most helpful people I have come across for a long time and I will be recommending my son stays there because I know he will be well looked after... More

To begin, Mr. Kem and his wife Kat are absolutely adorable and never seized to brighten my days with their warm smiles! For those first timers, you'll experience this soon enough! My first time trip to Chiang Mai was a bumpy one to say the least but let's just say that Mr. Kem kept my spirits high during my series... More

I spent one month in chiang mai doing voluntary work for a children's charity and chose to stay at Vanilla Place because of all the positive reviews it had on tripadvisor - and I was not disappointed! Mr. Kem and his wife Kat are so warm and friendly and became like my Thai parents while I was there. We exchanged... More

Imagine the perfect hosts (who readily tell you that they can be reached 24 hrs a day; just dial "0" from your room phone), clean rooms with comfortable beds and attached bathroom with hot shower, and a place that feels just like a home away from home (yes, with a simple breakfast in the morning, too!), and you'll have an... More