Conde Nast have named their "best new hotels in the World for 2006" (May 2006 - US Edition). Fortunately, for those of us who don't have 800USD to blow on a hotel room, CN were sweet enough to include a few recommendations that may just be within our reach, including D2 Hotel and The Chedi in Chiang Mai.
D2 Hotel: 100 Chang Klan Road, Amphur Muang, Chiang Mai;
tel: +66 (0) 5328 3177;
d2hotels.com
The Chedi: 123 Charoenprathet Road, T. Changklan A. Maung, Chiang Mai;
tel: (66) 53 253 333;
e-mail: chedichiangmai@ghmhotels.com;
www.ghmhotels.com/hotels/hotel_home.asp?hotelid=15
Browse the full list at www.concierge.com/bestof/hotlist/2006/asia
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D2 is for the young and hip, whereas The Chedi will appeal to those seeking a more upmarket experience. D2's restaurant is fantastic value - fusion in offering - they do a wonderfully authentic burger with all the trimmings for under £3, and my local friends love the Thai selections. The Chedi's restaurant is much more expensive; the setting is more beautiful, but the high prices don't guarantee corresponding quality.
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