Wua Lai
Chiang Mai
Popular places to visit
Wua Lai Walking Street
You can enjoy retail therapy at Wua Lai Walking Street during your visit to Chiang Mai. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
Enjoy the lively ambiance among the lights, music and enticing aromas of this iconic night market specializing in portrait paintings.
Tha Phae Gate
You can find out about the history of Sri Phum when you stop by Tha Phae Gate. Discover the lively festivals and temples in this culturally rich area.
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
See the pagodas, bells and museum of this fascinating and ornate Buddhist complex, the holiest shrine in northern Thailand, in a mountainous national park.
Chiang Mai University
Explore the campus of Chiang Mai University during your trip to Su Thep. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this culturally rich area.
Central Chiangmai
During your visit to Chiang Mai, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Central Chiangmai. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
From Chiang Mai: Doi Saket Hiking Tour with Lunch
Chiang Mai: Authentic Muay Thai Boxing at Thapae Stadium
Chiang mai Hike & Downhill Bike Adventure –Suthep National Park
Thai Khantoke Dinner & Cultural Dance Show with Transfers
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai's Temples Exploration Day Trip
From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai Temples and Golden Triangle Tour
Top hotels in Wua Lai
Baan Sang Singh
This is a nice well appointed hotel. Very walkable to all the attractions you could desire. The owner Ann was very much in tune with all day to day operations and activities. She was a wealth of information.
Reviewed on 23 Jan, 2026
Smile Lanna Hotel
Beautiful oasis setting around pool courtyard. Friendly and efficient staff. Excellent restaurant with bountiful breakfast buffet..
Reviewed on 21 Sept, 2025
Nampiangdin Boutique Hotel
Room was large, clean. Bathroom has a very small shower. Large tub. Service was good breakfast was less than exciting and given low volume would have been better off as table service not buffet
Reviewed on 5 Jan, 2026
Melia Chiang Mai
The hotel was beautiful and in an amazing location. Had a beautiful pool, lovely rooms and staff.
Reviewed on 2 Feb, 2026
Darley Hotel Chiangmai
Housekeeping was very good. The room was spacious and comfortable. The staff was friendly
Reviewed on 1 Feb, 2026
Centara Riverside Hotel Chiang Mai
Great staying, delicious buffet.
Reviewed on 29 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wua Lai
Hai Ya
Hai Ya is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center and Saturday Walking Street Night Market.
Old City
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Sunday Walking Street Market to Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Center – discover Old City, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Chang Khlan
A noteworthy feature of Chang Khlan is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Mae Kha Canal Village and Riverside.
Thapae
Historical sites, shopping and coffee shops are just a few things travellers enjoy about Thapae. Check out Riverside or Wat Mahawan while you're exploring the area.
Chinatown
While Chinatown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Warorot Market and Mae Ping River.
Ban Wiphawadi
Check out the shopping, historical sites and mountain views while spending some time in Ban Wiphawadi. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Wat Chiang Man or Chang Puak Gate.
