Chris stayed at Phu Chaisai Moutain Resort & Spa on 07/02/2006 and said,  "The setting is wonderful w/ impressive mtn top vistas. The open air main dining area is comfortable for both cocktail hour and meals. The grounds have impressive gardens that are a delight to explore. Our accomodation was a Japan-style w/ small doorways which I kept hitting my head on. Our private pool, however, was a real treat. The open air spa is a dream in a peaceful setting though make sure a fan is on to keep the odd mosquitoe from you. I recommend lunch poolside adjacent to the spa. Criticism: food service is inconsistent."

Amratlal stayed at Phu Chaisai Moutain Resort & Spa on 01/20/2006 and said,  "Absolutely beautiful resort in stunning setting. We had a deluxe cottage, which was extremely pleasant. The room was spacious, the bed comfortable, and awakening to the sight of a beautiful sunrise was magical. We enjoyed the private balcony, although we didn t use the open air shower. Loved watching the different birds and butterflies in the foliage around our room. The walls were a bit thin, but fortunately there was no karaoke weekend to bother us! The shower was excellent -- the best we d had in Thailand. We enjoyed lovely spa treatments at the spa -- and they were very reasonably priced. The pool was lovely as well, although a bit cool. A couple of negative comments pertaining service. Servers were very friendly, but overall service was inefficient, as if the staff needed direction and/or more training. Not one of our food orders was accurate. At one dinner, my husband s food came right away -- he d finished his before we finally tracked someone down to ask about mine, which was practically cold. If they improve the quality of their restaurant and the delivery of service, this could be a top notch place. One more comment: it is quite out of the way -- we didn t realize how much until we arrived at the bus station in Chiang Rai. We should have booked the pickup service before we arrived."

Marilyn stayed at Phu Chaisai Moutain Resort & Spa on 05/05/2005 and said,  "We have traveled a lot and have booked both luxurious accommodations and less expensive places. This was one of the best places we have stayed, but we love wildlife, so it was okay with us to share our bedroom with a fat, foot-long gecko. We rented the pool villa just after the high season ended, so we felt that we really had a good deal. The pool was pretty big for a private pool, and the villa was great. Lying out by the pool and listening to the birds and insects and looking at the stars was great. We were pressed for time on our trip and only had one night here, but wished we had more. The staff were very nice and allowed us a very late checkout so that we could enjoy our stay for as long as possible. "

Wouter stayed at Phu Chaisai Moutain Resort & Spa on 01/20/2005 and said,  "After 4 days in crazy Bangkok, Phu Chaisai came as a shock: we actually had to get used to the quiet, serene, lovely surroundings in Northern Thailand. Lovely hotel with beautiful pool area. However, the rooms are a bit basic inside. I know this is the philosophy of the resort, but there is a difference between upscale-basic and basic-basic. They are leaning towards the latter, though prices are quite high for Thailand. The worst part was karaoke night for a business group. How can you do this in a quiet, natural resort like this! Some strategy decisions should be made here. Overall a nice stay and good to unwind after Bangkok."