Top 10 bars in Chiang Mai

BARS, CHIANG MAI Updated : Feb 26, 2016, 11.58 AM IST

Alana Morgan

Alana Morgan is a twenty-something traveller trying to figure out life one place at a time, and blogging about it at Paper Planes. Originally from Seattle, she"s been living, working, and travelling in Thailand and Southeast Asia for the past three years with no plans to "settle down" anytime soon.

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Between the large student population, expat community and plenty of travellers always moving through, Chiang Mai is home to a wide array of bars and pubs. While the northern Thai city doesn’t have quite the high-intensity nightlife you can find in Bangkok, you still won’t ever get bored trying out new places each with their own unique vibe.
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Warm Up Cafe

Warm Up Cafe could quite possibly be Chiang Mai’s most well known party spot. Trendy students come here to sip on SangSom and sodas, discerning travellers sneak in knowing it’s a local hotspot, and quite a few Bangkok ce...more

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Northgate Jazz Co-Op

Chiang Mai’s Northgate Jazz Co-Op located conveniently by the north gate of the Old City is one of the few places in town where you’ll find an eclectic mix of customers. With live music every night, Sundays and Tuesdays ...more

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Zoe in Yellow

A long-time backpacker staple, Zoe in Yellow is actually the name of one specific bar, but usually used for the cluster of bars in the eastern part of the Old City. Other common names for the area are Babylon Bar, the “r...more

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THC Rooftop Bar

Another backpacker friendly spot, THC Rooftop Bar is kind of like a rasta beach bar, without the beach. Located opposite Tha Pae Gate, the bar calls out to backpackers with its low tables, well-worn mats and triangle pil...more

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The Goodview

On the east side of the river along Charoen Rat Road there are a row of bars and restaurants right on the waterfront that are popular with locals and travellers alike for gathering with friends, throwing back a few bottl...more

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U.N. Irish Pub and Restaurant

Whether you’re looking for a hearty western-style meal, need a break from watery Chang and want a Guinness on tap, or wanting to go up against long term expats at the weekly trivia night―U.N. Irish Pub and Restaurant on ...more

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HOBS

Thailand is known for its three most popular, domestic lagers―Singha, Chang and Leo―but if you are thirsty for something with a little more flavour (all the Thai beers are pretty mild and even often drunk with ice) head ...more

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The Service 1921 Restaurant & Bar - Anantara Chiang Mai 

Chiang Mai is home to an impressive amount of luxury hotels and if you want to splurge on an upscale experience, why not grab a drink at one of their trendy bars? The Service 1921 Restaurant and Bar at the Anantara Resor...more

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Think Park

If you don’t know what kind of mood you’re in and want to do some bar hopping, the Nimmanhaemin neighbourhood is one of the best places to go. With a large collection of bars and cafes not only on the main road but tucke...more

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Myst Rooftop Bar and Restaurant - Maya Shopping Center

While it can’t compare to the world-famous rooftop bars of Bangkok, Myst Rooftop Bar and Restaurant on the top floor of Maya Shopping Center is the closest you’re going to get in Chiang Mai, maybe that’s because there is...more

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