Kok River district
Chiang Rai, Thailand
Home to the modern boutique hotel with serene views near the Blue Temple.
Places in Kok River district
- Riverside location restaurants Restaurants with peaceful riverside locations near the Blue Temple.
- Newly opened riverside bars Newly opened bars featuring great atmospheres with good views and photo spots near the Blue Temple.
Practical notes for Chiang Rai
- Best time to visit
- November to February offers cool, clear weather ideal for exploring the White Temple, Blue Temple, and Golden Triangle.
- Getting around
- Central Chiang Rai clusters most hotels and dining, with the Kok River district near the Blue Temple offering a quieter riverside base.
- Currency
- Thai Baht (฿)
- Language
- Thai. Northern Thai dialects are widely spoken.
- Timezone
- ICT (UTC+7)
- Current trends
- Chiang Rai's dining and hospitality scene continues to elevate around its famous temple art, with Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort's 9.4 guest rating and The Riverie by Katathani's 9.6 rating reflecting the city's growing luxury profile, alongside newly opened bars with great atmospheres near the Blue Temple.
Other neighborhoods in Chiang Rai
- Central Chiang Rai — Home to the colonial-style boutique hotel with a rooftop bar and restaurant, and organic farm restaurants.
- Riverie district — Home to The Riverie by Katathani and Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort, both 5-star properties.
Read the full Chiang Rai guide