Awana HousevsChiangmai Gate Hotel
Both Awanahouse and Chiang Mai Gate Hotel are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Awanahouse scores slightly higher than Chiang Mai Gate Hotel. Awanahouse has a TripExpert Score of 78 with positive reviews from 3 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Oyster and Rough Guide.
Awana House
 Lonely Planet
 Rough Guide
 Oyster
7 Ratchadamnoen Road, Lane 1, Thapae Gate, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
From $15/night
- Free Internet
 - Restaurant
 - Pool
 - Air Conditioning
 - Outdoor pool
 - Baggage storage
 
 "A bit institutional, but has large and bright rooms, some with balconies... The bonus here is the rooftop chill-out area with views of the nearby mountains." Full review
 "This helpful, Thai–Dutch guesthouse has a tiny pool and large, nicely furnished rooms (some with balconies), complete with colourful trompe l’oeil paintings." 
Budget
 "The Awanahouse is a small guesthouse in a quiet alley just inside the walls of the Old City." Full review
Chiangmai Gate Hotel
 Rough Guide
 Oyster
11 / 10 Suriyawong Rd, Haiya, Muang, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
From $33/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 
 "Located just to the south of the old city, this place has 120 wellequipped rooms with Lanna touches in the design, a/c and hot water, plus a swimming pool and helpful staff." 
Budget
 "Chiang Mai Gate is located just to the south of the old city, a five-minute walk to the moat that marks the its entrance." Full review