Glory Boutique Suites: Stay in the Heart of Chiang Mai

If you’re like me and prioritize comfort and convenience, Chiang Mai hotels offer a diverse range of options to suit every traveler’s needs. The Glory Boutique Suites, the sister hotel to the Glory Wabi Sabi, provides a prime example. While I enjoyed the common areas and the delicious Khao soi at breakfast at the Glory Wabi Sabi, the room felt too small for my liking. After one night, I made a bold decision to transfer to the more spacious Glory Boutique Suites. Little did I know, this switch would lead to an unexpected twist that completely changed my stay.

Note that this review was published a while ago, but I unfortunately deleted it. I loved the experience so much that I wanted to ensure I shared it with you.

Table of Contents

• Glory Boutique Suites Hotel
• The Lobby and Common Areas
• Coffee Cake Cafe
• The Sky Bar and Rooftop Pool
• The Room
• Final Thoughts
• Address
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The Lobby and Common Areas

Although the Glory Wabi Sabi Hotel was excellent, we decided to transfer to the upscale Glory Boutique & Suites Hotel the next day. The Glory Boutique & Suites is a year older, having been built in 2020, but the difference in comfort is well worth it. For an additional 200 Baht per night, or about $5.60, we gained much more space and luxury. That’s roughly $56 for our entire stay in Chiang Mai, which felt like a bargain for the upgrade. The decision to move was easy, given the significant increase in comfort for such a small additional cost.

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The Glory Boutique & Suites is in the same neighborhood but offers an entirely different ambiance. It is approximately three minutes from the Glory Wabi Sabi Hotel (by car, supplied by the hotel). Upon arrival, the lobby’s classical integration of marble and upholstered furniture instantly captivates you. It captures a more traditional hotel lobby ambiance. In contrast to its sister hotel, the breakfast area and restaurant find their position behind glass doors, setting them apart from the single, expansive ground floor layout.

The lobby here is quite formal, but personally, I prefer the relaxed vibe of the minimalist hotel I mentioned earlier. Like the shared space at Glory Suites, the breakfast area at Wabi Sabi is more formal and tucked behind a closed door. However, you can access it whenever you like. On the bright side, they have a rooftop bar and pool to make up for it. And similar to the staff at Glory Wabi Sabi, the front desk team speaks excellent English, which frequent travelers never expect but always appreciate.

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Coffee Cake Cafe

Now, when it comes to the restaurant staff, although they may not speak English, they are friendly. However, my biggest issue was the breakfast menu, which heavily leans on pork. There were several mornings where there was only one non-pork option, even after it was brought to their attention. Why would you serve 6-7 pork dishes at one time?

Furthermore, we were not informed that ordering a cappuccino from the cafe menu would incur an additional charge. While we did notice the menu, we mistakenly assumed it was meant for patrons who were not staying at the hotel. It wasn’t until we received the bill that it became clear to us. Fortunately, the cost of the coffee was not exorbitant.

The Sky Bar and Rooftop Pool

The Boutique Wabi Sabi boasts a delightful rooftop bar and pool, adding to its overall appeal. The hotel stands tall with six floors, providing fantastic neighborhood views. What’s even more convenient is their service availability from 5 p.m. to midnight every day. You can enjoy dinner along with a cocktail or two during these hours. They have a tempting 2-for-1 special, which I’m considering taking advantage of on one of these nights.

However, recent management changes have led to some confusion, mainly because the in-room menus haven’t been updated to reflect these adjustments. For instance, I saw a dish being served and attempted to order it, only to be informed that it wasn’t available. However, when I inquired at the front desk, they were able to accommodate my request without any issue, and it turned out to be the best thing they made. Nonetheless, I might not bother ordering it again. Additionally, I couldn’t help but notice that the prices seemed a bit higher than what I would consider reasonable.

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The Room

The Room at the Glory Boutique is lovely and much more spacious with traditional creature comforts. It has a small balcony with a city view and the mountains in the distance. The room combines dark wood floors in the bedroom, black marble in the bathroom, and a claw foot tub. Yup, a claw foot tub with beautiful silver feet. And a window view.

The king-size bed has a dark wood frame extending to the marble table, a loveseat seating area, and another accent, like a bedside table and padded footstool at the end of the bed.

Unexpected Memory

The moment I stepped into my room at Glory Boutique Suites, I was greeted with a stunning view of the Chiang Mai skyline from a private balcony. The spacious layout and luxurious amenities were already a significant upgrade. However, the real surprise came later that evening. I noticed a commotion below as I was unwinding with a book on the balcony. A small crowd had gathered in the courtyard, and a soft melody began to fill the air. Intrigued, I ventured downstairs to find a traditional Thai dance performance taking place, exclusively for the hotel guests.

As I watched the graceful dancers move to the rhythm of traditional instruments, I realized I had left my phone in the room. But I didn’t care. It was an enchanting evening that I would have missed had I stayed at the Glory Wabi Sabi. This unexpected cultural immersion turned my stay into a memorable adventure, making the switch to Glory Boutique Suites one of the best decisions of my trip.

Final Thoughts

Neither hotel perfectly met our needs. Despite their appealing exterior, the internal amenities and accommodations of the Glory Boutique Suites Hotel fell short of expectations. The Sky Bar and Coffee Cake Cafe operate independently from the hotel, which can be convenient but doesn’t always work seamlessly. If you’re a pork enthusiast and don’t intend to spend much time in the hotel,this hotel will definitely suffice. However, for my next visit to Chiang Mai, I will undoubtedly choose a different place to stay.

Address:

9 Changphuak 4 Kho Alley, Tambon Si Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

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