Riva Vista Riverfront Resort Chiang Rai
Contemporary riverside resort. Clean lines, warm timber accents, and river-facing balconies. Modern without being cold. Feels newer than most options in town.
Book a Deluxe Pool Access room for step-out saltwater pool access right from your terrace — guests consistently call it the highlight
Why It Matters
Michelin Guide listed. One of the few full-service luxury resort hotels actually on the Kok River in central Chiang Rai, with direct pool access rooms and sweeping river views. Only 61 rooms keeps it feeling private.
Riva Vista sits right on the north bank of the Kok River, close enough to central Chiang Rai that the Blue Temple is a five-minute walk away. The architecture is striking — angular and contemporary on the outside, warm blonde wood and sunken bathtubs on the inside — and it delivers genuine full-service resort comforts (two saltwater pools, a spa, a proper restaurant) in a city where that combination is rare. With just 61 rooms spread across three buildings, it stays quiet and intimate rather than overwhelming.
Where You'll Stay
11 room types available
Corner River View
Stepping up to 50 sqm, this corner configuration opens up the river panorama on two sides. More natural light and a wider outlook than the standard deluxe. Good for anyone who wants a bigger feel without going full Grand category.
Double · 50 sqm
Deluxe Pool Access Double Bed
40 sqm room combining river views with direct step-out access to the saltwater pool from the terrace. One of the most-praised room types at the property — guests love rolling out of bed and into the pool. Located in Building 1 at the riverfront.
Double · 40 sqmDeluxe Pool Access Twin Bed
Twin-bed version of the pool access room — same 40 sqm, same step-out pool access, same river views. Good for two friends or non-couple travelers who want that direct pool experience.
Twin · 40 sqmDeluxe River View Double Bed
40 sqm room with direct river views, a private terrace, and a sunken bathtub. Solid entry-level pick for couples who want that Kok River panorama without paying up for extra square footage. Rooms are in Building 1 or 2 facing the water.
Double · 40 sqmDeluxe River View Twin Bed
Same 40 sqm footprint and river-facing terrace as the double bed version, just configured with two single beds. Good for friends traveling together or families with a child who prefers separate sleeping space.
Twin · 40 sqm
Family Suite
The biggest room on property at 80 sqm, on the 4th floor of Building 1 with both river and garden views. Has a separate living area with a sofa bed, making it genuinely usable for a family of four. Comes with the full amenity set including sunken bathtub, 45-inch Smart TV with Netflix, minibar, and its own terrace to greet the morning.
80 sqmGrand Corner Pool Access
The signature room. A 70 sqm corner unit in Building 3 with direct step-out pool access and river views across. Considered one of the standout room types — you get the space of a corner room, the pool at your feet, and the river in your sightline. A smart upgrade if available.
Double · 70 sqmGrand Corner Pool View
At 70 sqm this is one of the larger rooms in the lineup. Corner positioning gives extra natural light and wider pool views. Sunken bathtub on the terrace for soaking while watching the sunset. Located in Building 3.
Double · 70 sqmGrand Deluxe Connecting Room Pool View
Two 50 sqm rooms that connect — great for families or groups wanting adjoining space without booking a full suite. Pool views, all the standard grand deluxe amenities. Located in Building 3.
Double · 50 sqmGrand Deluxe Pool Access
50 sqm grand deluxe in Building 3 with direct step-out access to the pool on the second floor. Positioned facing the river view buildings, so you get a pool-level perspective. Full grand deluxe amenities including sunken bathtub.
Double · 50 sqmGrand Deluxe Pool View
50 sqm room in Building 3 (the lobby building), looking out over the pool. Views face the pool rather than directly at the river, but you still get the sunken tub, terrace, and full room amenities. A solid option if pool-facing is your priority.
Double · 50 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel offers a Chiang Rai itinerary resource on their website and staff assist with local tour arrangements. The Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten) is a 5-minute walk away.
Gym on the second floor of Building 3, equipped with modern exercise equipment. Open 06:00–21:00, offering early morning workouts before or after breakfast.
Meeting rooms and banquet facilities available for corporate events and private functions.
The resort offers wedding ceremony packages. The riverside setting and garden are available for events.
Two saltwater pools on property. One sits right at the riverfront in front of Building 1; the other is on the second floor of the lobby building (Building 3). Both open 08:00–20:00. Pool loungers and bean bags available around the water.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
A shared living room on the first floor of Building 2, adjacent to the dining area. Overlooks the Kok River. Good for working or relaxing outside your room.
Free in-room WiFi at 100+ Mbps speeds, suitable for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices. Also complimentary wired internet access.
Dedicated spaces for weddings, meetings, and banquets. Riverside and garden settings available.
Lush garden areas on property, used for relaxation and events.
Free on-site self-parking available for guests.
Hot tub available on property.
One at the riverfront (Building 1) and one on the second floor of the lobby building. Both are saltwater. Kids' pool also available. Open 08:00–20:00.
Multilingual staff available around the clock at the lobby in Building 3.
Paid airport shuttle service to/from Mae Fah Luang–Chiang Rai International Airport (~4 km away).
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