Clean is very important! I think I’d need a place with a couch, even though I’d probably just lay on it too. Breakfast downstairs would be nice on the rainy mornings. You’re spoiling us with all the content, Wayne. Happy days.
My son Charlie and I were here for a week in Chiangmai, we were hoping to run into you, we leave tomorrow.. we love your channel mate.. hope you’re well
Hey! Sorry i didn't see you around. I hope you both had a great time in Chiang Mai and hope to see you next time. Thanks so much for liking the channel buddy. I'm good thanks. 🙏
Wayne, I stayed there for 3 months. Nov. '22 through Jan. '23. The staff is very nice. And yes, I've seen you on your motorbike going by. They clean the room once a week and they do a very good job. The deposit was not a problem. I got the whole thing back on the morning I checked out. They also have laundry service right past the cars in back of the parking area. It's very convenient. I would recommend the place for a short stay. A lot of expats stay for more than 3 months at a time though. There are some couples that have been there for over 10 years. It's a very good location, as you already know. Literally 2 short blocks to Chiang Mai Gate. The 8 baht per unit for electricity is a bit high to me though. I never used more that 3 units of water, so I always just paid the ฿250 per month. Keep on vlogging, I always enjoy your vlogs.
Thanks Kaman! Yes i whizz by Smith a lot. It's a nice place and like you mentioned. many people stay longterm here and always people coming and going. Location is great. To many pricing options i think but i soon got my head around it. 8 Baht is a bit steep. Views are amazing from the top. It's a great place. Thanks buddy.
@@kimtoftjohannsen9099 I was there from Nov - Jan. My electric was ฿968, ฿616, and ฿320. My room was facing the north east side so I think it was cooler because of less sun. Hope this helps.
I'm the exact opposite. Always looking for neighborhoods to be away from other farangs. It doesn't feel like Thailand if you see tourists everyday. If I wanted that I would've stayed in the states 555. It's nice to be able to drive-in to the city if I need anything but I like supporting local Thai's in smaller neighborhoods. It's much more sabai sabai and cha cha lifestyle. Might have to go to San Khampaeng next
I understand. But It is next to the Thai areas. Just walk south and less Farangs and more Thais, with all the Thai stores l. Wayne covered that area in a recent video.
Home sweet home a few times, very basic but close enough, they do have rooms with small kitchens..would sit by the pool for the sunsets, good breakfast, and nice coffee shop on the corner by the main road 🙏🏻👏
I wish i looked at the kitchen rooms, maybe next time. The pool area would be great in the evening, i can see that being a focal point. It's a nice basic place, i can see why it's so popular. Cheers Norris.
Wayne...You covered the Thai area south of Smith in a recent video. Where there are more options for rooms and real Thai neighborhoods. And away from the Farang crowd . So to me, a great location. North a few blocks is the old city. And a nice market at the gate That is where Anthony Bourdain made famous the lady in the cowboy hat and her food stand. The Saturday night market can be as crowded as the Sunday night market. The ice cream shop was on the corner where I could sit upstairs and watch the crowd. (Sorry so long). But I use to think thatI don't need to return to C.M. But your vds. are really tugging at this old guys heart. My attitude will be more thankful. Hope I can make it back while I am still a "handsome young man". Thanks.
That's right Robert, the deeper you go in Hai Ya, the less farangs are around. It's basically a Thai neighborhood, only the top end near Smith is full of Farang.
Those rooms reminded me of most hotel rooms I have stayed in but less than half the price when converted to a daily rate. I would say if you plan to stay in Chiang Mai on holidays or on business for an extended period then it is a bit of a no brainer. Nice video Wayne. Cheers buddy 🤩
Looks a good location for vacationers Wayne . To be honest the rooms look like the countless number of budget guest house rooms I've stayed in over the years . Would be fine for me for a 2 week vacation but not for yearly contract . Rooms had no character & I lack imagination as to how I could make it feel homely . I'm not biased towards modern or old . I just like something that I could make feel like my home . Appreciate you showing us where many expats stay Wayne
I agree, not sure i could stay here for a year plus, i think some people do live here though and a bigger room is available i believe. It's great for that vacation or 3 to 6 months. It's a nice basic place, i can see why it's popular. Cheers Paul.
Hello. You do not know me. But my friend and I are in your video. At the beginning, as you enter the main lobby and scanning the area. We are the two people outside chatting. Wanted to say. This made my day. My friend has three people he follows on TH-cam. And you are one of them. He really wants to meet you. If it is possible, can me meet? But thank you for this… just making my day.
Hi Lei, that's great!! Are you the 2 on the Motorcycle? I'm glad you liked being in the video. Say a big thank you to your friend for liking my channel, i appreciate that. Yes, we can meet sometime for sure. Thank you.
Hi from Sweden. Lovely to see your videos/vloggs. We stayed 10 months close to Airportplaza for 11.000 B but 2 rooms. At this place you showed, I saw a microwave oven in the 1st room but not in the so called deluxe..maybe it was private. Thank you for walking around our favorite city. We miss it so much and our school on top floor in Pantip plaza. Nisha great owner. Welearnthai, great teachers. Can really recomend. Have you done a video of it maybe? Stay safe🤓🤓
Hello, thanks for watching! I'm sure there would be a microwave in the deluxe also or would just need to ask. Hope you can get back to Chiang Mai one day. I go to Pantip alot yes. Thanks.
Started my life in CM at Smith Suites just down the road. Farang central. Great place to start the Thailand journey. Bit late, this vlog just popped up mate.
I remember you saying you stayed here Lars. I think people like it because it's easy to make friends and CM gate coffee shops and Saturday market near by. I looked at CM Suites myself.
@WalkAboutWayne it's like a little security blanket when you first come to Thailand. Not able to speak any Thai back then was quite daunting. Gradually, the idea of moving further out from the city became less intimidating.
I`ve been in Smith Residence some years ago.Very comfortable, and cheap, but a little loud from the street. Last time I were in Smith suites not far waway from the residence , same owner, you have there a little kitchen too.
Yes, I would say it can get abit noisy in that area. Smith Suites are ok, I was going to live there at one point. Smith Suites are located in a smaller back street. Both ok options and very popular.
Nice one Wayne. I've stayed there for my holidays for like 15 years. Friends of mine have been living there for several years. (fun fact: they are now living just around the corner from your place 😄) Can absolutely recommend it. 👍👍
Thanks, Wayne. Most of the residents come over and over, year after year, snowbird heaven for many. It is kept spotlessly clean, has a nice little cafe, and as you said with a great open feel. I've had many breakfasts there. It does have mainly much older people staying there, so ideal for seniors. It is also a good way to meet people to hang around with if you are in that age group. The newer version of the hotel is much nicer than the older building, but the units are smaller, as is typically the case, old vs. new. Best wishes, Wayne, thanks!
Great place to meet people yes. A few expats have lived in Smith for years. Probably not great for longstay but it seems to be always popular. Cheers Randy.
Thank you so much for your videos, really helped me navigate CM. I want to point out a correction in your video though, I think you switched the Superior and Deluxe rooms! The first room you showed on the 5th floor is actually the DELUXE (with the microwave and bathtub), and the second room on the 3rd floor is the cheaper Superior room. No wonder you didn't find the second room more 'Deluxe' than the first :)
Hey man, another great video, very much appreciated! . I think Smith is nice but they really need a chair and little table on that balcony also they need a proper computer chair, just my opinion but other then that it's perfect. If you think about it maybe you could do a quick wifi speed and connectivity test when you visit these places? I'll be there next month, take it easy man take it easy 😊.
Hey buddy, yes it's always nice to have some sort of desk or chair. This place had the desk built in to the side. It would be nice to have a small table. Most places are reasonable WiFi. Maybe I'll do a test on some places. Thanks man 👌
I can’t believe that I forgot about Smith Residence, Wayne! My daughter & I saw it in October 2018 and I said I wanted to stay there on my next trip, but I forgot. It not only looked nice but I loved the location, so close to old town. If I’d stayed there in 2022, I probably would have met other farangs and made some friends to do things with. The second room is a good deal because it has pool access (it’s so hot there I would definitely need that) and having the table and an extra chair at the long desk is worth it. The only thing I’d add is a rice cooker. Next time!
Somewhere like this would have been perfect for you Becky, you would have seen more westerners. Location is great. Rooms are basic but nice and the views on the roof are awesome. Next time :)
WOW! I am shocked at how nice that place is. The views alone are worth it. No wonder it’s so popular. I used to walk by everyday and even stopped at the little outside bar area a few times; it was always “hopping” with Farangs. 👍
that deluxe room suckkkkkkkkked. First room awesome, great balcony view, mad that you didnt open the curtains though to show everyone the normal room view, would have really sold it!
Good to see different options in CM. As others others have outlined, not exactly a medium/long-term place to reside, nice and clean. I've booked DusitD2 for November. Hopefully a good place. I see you're back to your best after the wisdom tooth removal... thanks. Keep it real
This place looks great. Do you know if they're pet friendly? I'm looking for a place to spend an upcoming adult gap year, but the dog has to come with. 😊
Thanks Wayne! Good video & yeah I agree 1st month + last month + deposit is always odd right? Should just be 1st month + deposit period. But its a nice place but pool is more like a Jacuzzi😉 Thanks again!
Cheers Mike! I'm not a fan of all these different prices, just keep it simple i reckon. Pay a set price for everything also. Pool is small but the views are great. Thanks mate.
I stay there twice before first time was great, but last time I stayed there with my daughter it was a nightmare I could not wait to leave, in fact we left early
The man in the next room moving his furniture every bloody night, constantly coughing, the bloody microwave wire was so short we had to put it on the floor near the socket to use it. My daughter got a mild electric shock plugging in a lamp,bed bugs were eating us alive and the food if you can call it smith's restaurant was truly bloody disgusting the staff are ignorant pigs the list goes on and on. Do yourself a favour NEVER stay there. But I like the area, I prefer now fay's to stay Shuthep, or Santitham area, or maybe Hang Dong if I was there long term
Wow, sorry to hear that Leila. It's strange because this is the place i get the most messages about for doing a review, people love this place with a passion in my messages. In fact, i had to do the review just to see why i get so many messages about it. It's nice to hear other opinions though Leila, as i've never stayed here, so i can't comment on that. Thanks for sharing.
I liked the first room the Superior. Great view. The other room not so much. Agree the add on charges for pool and gym would keep me from staying there
There is another Smiths Residence a block over. It's only about 8 years old and more modern with a huge garden. The rooms there are a lot better with kitchens and access to a larger pool on the roof. I'm staying there at the moment. It's the lowest part of the low season right now and occupancy is low as its short term travellers mainly that stay although there are a few that have been there for years. The basic rooms are 13,500 baht a month. I think its a little pricy like the rooms in the video but you pay for convince of monthly rental, way cheaper than a hotel of the same standard. Staying in a room with just a bed gets a bit much also because if your'e home you're always in bed nowhere else to sit although at the Smiths I'm at there is a table and chairs by the window overlooking the garden. Another great thing is location, you're living in a Thai neighbourhood yet only less than 5 minutes walk to the old city.
I imagine I'm not the only one who preferred the cheap room compared to the 'deluxe' With you Wayne on the balcony view of the mountains. Not a big fan of fluroes so that was a negative for me. Seems they'd renovated the building exterior but done very little with the interiors.
Yes Doug, i preferred the first cheaper room also. The views on the mountain side are really nice. I did think the rooms could do with updating. It was really clean though, one of the cleanest i've seen. I can see why it's popular. Cheers Doug.
Love the bathtubs, anyone staying in these hotels/condos for 3months to 1 year should consider buying a new mattress, a decent pocket spring mattress can be had for about 13,000 baht. Do not sleep on tourist Mattresses as you don't know what happened on them.
Love your work Wayne visited this place before so many Americans were staying here some were retired but we’re working as English teachers for 30. 000 thai baht per month but they both had really good pensions I would prefer 2 day week 😂 or not work but that place Hiya seemed better but this place looks ok bit dated but it’s ok Wayne
think the deposits are mostly caused by foreighn people sneaking out from under the rent flying out of the country making it verry hard for the exploters to get there last rent , besides that the fact that they still rent most of the rooms means that the farangs still accept it the room looks like the average hotel room , i think the price is a bit steep for a long stay type of place even if its near the city center a specially because their so mush extra for utillities and stuff in fact a mid range hotel room basicly includes everything like water and electrics gym swimmingpool and wifi and housecleaning intoo the price of the room that said its still only half of wat i pay here in europe , think its in the mid to semi upper range in thailand not sure wat i would do , aspecially the first few months i would like to be mobile so i can find a place that has the features that i want , and find the place in thailand that works for me , sofar i been in bangkok and chiang mai bangkok was realy noisy and the traffic was realy bad , but had a lot of atractions and entertainment verry close together and good public transport that allowed me to explore a lot more of the city , i might live there in the outskirts where its more quet but still less than one hour traveling from where the action is chiang mai was a lot more quet and friendly and had a little less entertainment , live music and such that i could find there public transport wasnt as good , no big busses but taxi vans tuktuks and normal taxies , though taxies where cheaper there and they seemed more honest still like to go to pataya (for a little bit to say that i been there ) and hua hin and might visit a few smaller places just to see if i could live there by myself
Yes, deposit the same anywhere, for damage or doing a runner. Smith's is a very popular condo, the location is great for the Saturday market and old city. 👍
Yes, I think this place is about the expat community and being able to make friends easy. I always see lots of westerners sitting together eating at this place.
Fairly cheap and a bit too sparse in the rooms and a bit dated. I would need a couch I reckon to make it feel more like a home than a hotel room if I was planning to stay 2 months or more. What kinda place do you stay Wayne?
Expensive that is in dire need of renovation. I stayed there 6 years ago and the rooms are exactly the same. There are plenty of better places in CM to stay
Not to bad for location. The rooms could do with updating , I agree. Very clean though and all depends what area you like. I think people like this place because it's easy to meet new foreigners. Cheers 👍
I’ve watched hundreds of videos and can say that Pattaya has WAY better prices and way higher quality plus way more luxurious rooms, pools, jacuzzis, sauna, weight rooms, etc. no comparison. Even the so called “nice” condos in Chiangmai are very dumpy by Pattaya standards.
The deluxe room is a joke. The price-performance ratio is lousy. Electricity 8 THB per kw is another ripp-off. Plus extra for the pool, plus extra for the gym. Really a shitty offer. 😀
Meh.. Not a fan of it msyelf. Would much be better off renting a condo for around 8k a month and have free access to a swimming pool and gym. Quite honestly you could rent a cheap Thai room that looks exactly like that place for around 4k a month.
Wow! Never visited (Thanks!). NOT a good value, plenty of older apartment buildings the same level for around half this cost though without a (tiny) pool nor fitness room. You'll never use that much water. I take loooong showers and my usual monthly water bill is under Bt100.
Good for you buddy, good for you. And Smith Residence will still keep being one of the most popular places 👍 100 Baht a month water is nothing new either, loads of places do that. Cheers
Pool has no shade and is so small...good for floating with cocktails only. I have more gym equipment in me garage...JHC that's no a gym. The pricing is more complicated than it needs to be IMO. Why have a deposit when you pay 1st and last months. For 3 month just pay all 3 months no deposit voila!
Yea Na skip this one Wayne not my cup of tea at all I think the rooms were over priced and swimming pool was too small I would thought there would be older condos that had bigger better rooms with larger pool areas in changmai
6:16 has pathetic worst small single room, newer not want stay live there, totally ower price, same can ewery city rent normal abartement 3000-4500 B/month. but not good live, men need house and 7000-12000 B/month can rent good big house ewery city near and have own pool not others use. this pool has jacussi not pool, very small not can swim.
The rooms wasn’t the best, but not to bad. All depends on what you want and location. Always easy to find cheaper. This place is very popular with expats.
@@WalkAboutWayne in my opinion is quite plain lacking of personality. There are much nicer places. I like the location though I usually stay at the hotel across the road CM gate Hotel. You could review them too they have renovated the rooms. I think many travellers would like it as pied a terre when going to CM for their first time. Wayne did you think making couple of blogs about nightlife in CM. You haven't reviewed the Good view or Riverside bar..... I'm enjoying your channel bro from sunny London.
@@brunoukfan No worries Bruno, thanks for sharing your views mate. Maybe I'll do some other reviews around the area soon. Say Hello to sunny Blighty for me :)
@@brunoukfan the only good thing about that place is the location. Other than that, i think it's pretty bad. Much better renting out a condo for around 8k a month and have access to a free pool and better gym.
Clean is very important! I think I’d need a place with a couch, even though I’d probably just lay on it too. Breakfast downstairs would be nice on the rainy mornings. You’re spoiling us with all the content, Wayne. Happy days.
I also need a place to relax besides just a bed. But guess it could be arranged
Yes mate, it's always nice to have a couch or at least a chair in the room. Thanks Buddy.
Wayne is very nice host
Great video. Just the kind of place I'd stay when i get to Chiang Mai.
Cheers Arthur 👍
Rooms are so clean and tidy. Awesome mate!. Thanks
It's a nice basic place. Cheers 👌
My son Charlie and I were here for a week in Chiangmai, we were hoping to run into you, we leave tomorrow.. we love your channel mate.. hope you’re well
Hey! Sorry i didn't see you around. I hope you both had a great time in Chiang Mai and hope to see you next time. Thanks so much for liking the channel buddy. I'm good thanks. 🙏
@@WalkAboutWayneyeah we had a great time thanks man
Quality work , Wayne - well done !
Cheers Paul 👌
Another good accomodation video mate. You pretty much explain & show everything. Wayne's Realtor channel coming soon👍
Cheers mate! New property channel coming soon 🤣🤣
Looks like a nice place great blog mate.
Cheers David 👌
Liked this place, clean and reasonable....Thanks!!!
It's a nice basic place 👍
Your video are great thank you from Scott new Zealand
Thanks buddy!
A Bobby dazzler of a place WW - very close to the gate - nice work 👍👋🙏
Cheers Ant! Bobby Dazzler mate.✨
Thank you ! Great vidio !
Thanks 🙏
Wayne, I stayed there for 3 months. Nov. '22 through Jan. '23. The staff is very nice. And yes, I've seen you on your motorbike going by. They clean the room once a week and they do a very good job. The deposit was not a problem. I got the whole thing back on the morning I checked out. They also have laundry service right past the cars in back of the parking area. It's very convenient. I would recommend the place for a short stay. A lot of expats stay for more than 3 months at a time though. There are some couples that have been there for over 10 years. It's a very good location, as you already know. Literally 2 short blocks to Chiang Mai Gate. The 8 baht per unit for electricity is a bit high to me though. I never used more that 3 units of water, so I always just paid the ฿250 per month.
Keep on vlogging, I always enjoy your vlogs.
Thanks Kaman! Yes i whizz by Smith a lot. It's a nice place and like you mentioned. many people stay longterm here and always people coming and going. Location is great. To many pricing options i think but i soon got my head around it. 8 Baht is a bit steep. Views are amazing from the top. It's a great place. Thanks buddy.
So how much does the electricity bill come to a month, I know it varies with aircon use, but approx?
@@kimtoftjohannsen9099
I was there from Nov - Jan. My electric was ฿968, ฿616, and ฿320. My room was facing the north east side so I think it was cooler because of less sun. Hope this helps.
@@mrkamantong cheers mate! This is perfect thanks, and cheaper than I thought 👍
Looks a nice place to stay for short term very central.
Great option for that Julie 👌
I'm the exact opposite. Always looking for neighborhoods to be away from other farangs. It doesn't feel like Thailand if you see tourists everyday. If I wanted that I would've stayed in the states 555. It's nice to be able to drive-in to the city if I need anything but I like supporting local Thai's in smaller neighborhoods. It's much more sabai sabai and cha cha lifestyle. Might have to go to San Khampaeng next
Nice one Steven, yep always good being away from other farangs mate 👍
I understand. But It is next to the Thai areas. Just walk south and less Farangs and more Thais, with all the Thai stores l. Wayne covered that area in a recent video.
Home sweet home a few times, very basic but close enough, they do have rooms with small kitchens..would sit by the pool for the sunsets, good breakfast, and nice coffee shop on the corner by the main road 🙏🏻👏
I wish i looked at the kitchen rooms, maybe next time. The pool area would be great in the evening, i can see that being a focal point. It's a nice basic place, i can see why it's so popular. Cheers Norris.
Wayne...You covered the Thai area south of Smith in a recent video. Where there are more options for rooms and real Thai neighborhoods. And away from the Farang crowd . So to me, a great location. North a few blocks is the old city. And a nice market at the gate That is where Anthony Bourdain made famous the lady in the cowboy hat and her food stand. The Saturday night market can be as crowded as the Sunday night market. The ice cream shop was on the corner where I could sit upstairs and watch the crowd. (Sorry so long). But I use to think thatI don't need to return to C.M. But your vds. are really tugging at this old guys heart. My attitude will be more thankful. Hope I can make it back while I am still a "handsome young man". Thanks.
That's right Robert, the deeper you go in Hai Ya, the less farangs are around. It's basically a Thai neighborhood, only the top end near Smith is full of Farang.
Those rooms reminded me of most hotel rooms I have stayed in but less than half the price when converted to a daily rate. I would say if you plan to stay in Chiang Mai on holidays or on business for an extended period then it is a bit of a no brainer. Nice video Wayne. Cheers buddy 🤩
Yes mate, doubt I could live in Smith for long-term. It's a nice place though, I could do 3 months easy . I can see why it's popular. Cheers mate 👌
Looks a good location for vacationers Wayne . To be honest the rooms look like the countless number of budget guest house rooms I've stayed in over the years . Would be fine for me for a 2 week vacation but not for yearly contract . Rooms had no character & I lack imagination as to how I could make it feel homely .
I'm not biased towards modern or old . I just like something that I could make feel like my home .
Appreciate you showing us where many expats stay Wayne
I agree, not sure i could stay here for a year plus, i think some people do live here though and a bigger room is available i believe. It's great for that vacation or 3 to 6 months. It's a nice basic place, i can see why it's popular. Cheers Paul.
Good view from the pool
Very popular place this.
Clean, inexpensive, good location…nice !
Yes, very popular place this.
Thanks for reviewing this.
No problem. Thanks 🙏
Hello. You do not know me. But my friend and I are in your video. At the beginning, as you enter the main lobby and scanning the area. We are the two people outside chatting.
Wanted to say. This made my day.
My friend has three people he follows on TH-cam. And you are one of them. He really wants to meet you.
If it is possible, can me meet?
But thank you for this… just making my day.
Hi Lei, that's great!! Are you the 2 on the Motorcycle? I'm glad you liked being in the video.
Say a big thank you to your friend for liking my channel, i appreciate that. Yes, we can meet sometime for sure.
Thank you.
Hi from Sweden. Lovely to see your videos/vloggs. We stayed 10 months close to Airportplaza for 11.000 B but 2 rooms. At this place you showed, I saw a microwave oven in the 1st room but not in the so called deluxe..maybe it was private. Thank you for walking around our favorite city. We miss it so much and our school on top floor in Pantip plaza. Nisha great owner. Welearnthai, great teachers. Can really recomend. Have you done a video of it maybe? Stay safe🤓🤓
Hello, thanks for watching! I'm sure there would be a microwave in the deluxe also or would just need to ask. Hope you can get back to Chiang Mai one day. I go to Pantip alot yes. Thanks.
Started my life in CM at Smith Suites just down the road. Farang central. Great place to start the Thailand journey. Bit late, this vlog just popped up mate.
I remember you saying you stayed here Lars. I think people like it because it's easy to make friends and CM gate coffee shops and Saturday market near by. I looked at CM Suites myself.
@WalkAboutWayne it's like a little security blanket when you first come to Thailand. Not able to speak any Thai back then was quite daunting. Gradually, the idea of moving further out from the city became less intimidating.
As long as the hotel's are all quiet I love it ..I hate crowds, it's perfect for next summer 🌞
It could be a great option Kell. 👍
@@WalkAboutWayne no opinion no noisy crowd's equals great 😴😪
I`ve been in Smith Residence some years ago.Very comfortable, and cheap, but a little loud from the street. Last time I were in Smith suites not far waway from the residence , same owner, you have there a little kitchen too.
Yes, I would say it can get abit noisy in that area. Smith Suites are ok, I was going to live there at one point. Smith Suites are located in a smaller back street. Both ok options and very popular.
Nice one Wayne. I've stayed there for my holidays for like 15 years. Friends of mine have been living there for several years. (fun fact: they are now living just around the corner from your place 😄) Can absolutely recommend it. 👍👍
Nice one buddy 👌
Thanks, Wayne. Most of the residents come over and over, year after year, snowbird heaven for many. It is kept spotlessly clean, has a nice little cafe, and as you said with a great open feel. I've had many breakfasts there. It does have mainly much older people staying there, so ideal for seniors. It is also a good way to meet people to hang around with if you are in that age group. The newer version of the hotel is much nicer than the older building, but the units are smaller, as is typically the case, old vs. new. Best wishes, Wayne, thanks!
Great place to meet people yes. A few expats have lived in Smith for years. Probably not great for longstay but it seems to be always popular. Cheers Randy.
I checked out their logo "Smith" then looked at my jeans and bang they are the same, Paul Smith. Hope you are well mate.
🤣🤣🤣 Nice! Hope all is well buddy.
Thank you so much for your videos, really helped me navigate CM. I want to point out a correction in your video though, I think you switched the Superior and Deluxe rooms! The first room you showed on the 5th floor is actually the DELUXE (with the microwave and bathtub), and the second room on the 3rd floor is the cheaper Superior room. No wonder you didn't find the second room more 'Deluxe' than the first :)
Thank you for liking the videos 🙏. Yes, the rooms was the opposite way around. 👌. Thanks again
Hey man, another great video, very much appreciated! . I think Smith is nice but they really need a chair and little table on that balcony also they need a proper computer chair, just my opinion but other then that it's perfect.
If you think about it maybe you could do a quick wifi speed and connectivity test when you visit these places? I'll be there next month, take it easy man take it easy 😊.
Hey buddy, yes it's always nice to have some sort of desk or chair. This place had the desk built in to the side. It would be nice to have a small table. Most places are reasonable WiFi. Maybe I'll do a test on some places. Thanks man 👌
I can’t believe that I forgot about Smith Residence, Wayne! My daughter & I saw it in October 2018 and I said I wanted to stay there on my next trip, but I forgot. It not only looked nice but I loved the location, so close to old town. If I’d stayed there in 2022, I probably would have met other farangs and made some friends to do things with. The second room is a good deal because it has pool access (it’s so hot there I would definitely need that) and having the table and an extra chair at the long desk is worth it. The only thing I’d add is a rice cooker. Next time!
Somewhere like this would have been perfect for you Becky, you would have seen more westerners. Location is great. Rooms are basic but nice and the views on the roof are awesome. Next time :)
WOW! I am shocked at how nice that place is. The views alone are worth it. No wonder it’s so popular. I used to walk by everyday and even stopped at the little outside bar area a few times; it was always “hopping” with Farangs. 👍
Great views Roger, it's a nice basic place in a great location. Cheers.
When I went to college, this would have been a really nice place.
Great option 👍
that deluxe room suckkkkkkkkked. First room awesome, great balcony view, mad that you didnt open the curtains though to show everyone the normal room view, would have really sold it!
I can't remember buddy. It's whatever it is. There's a road out there 👍 Happy days
Hi there! Can you do à review of vegetarian restaurants in Chiangmai? Thanks so much!
Hi, I have a few vegetarian videos on my channel. Not really reviews but I show some of my favorite ones.
@@WalkAboutWayne Great. I'll check them out. I'll be in Chiangmai in Dec for a week and really looking forward to it
Great review but for long term I’d want a lounge and a kitchen area. The pool and gym areas look good and it’s certainly clean
They do a room with a kitchen but sadly, i didn't get to see that room. It's a very clean place. Thanks.
Good to see different options in CM. As others others have outlined, not exactly a medium/long-term place to reside, nice and clean. I've booked DusitD2 for November. Hopefully a good place. I see you're back to your best after the wisdom tooth removal... thanks. Keep it real
Cheers Denis! Yes, not ideal for long-term. Hope the D2 place is a winner for you buddy. 👍
This place looks great. Do you know if they're pet friendly? I'm looking for a place to spend an upcoming adult gap year, but the dog has to come with. 😊
It's a very popular place with expats. I'm not sure about the pets, you would need to contact them. Thanks.
G'day Wayne, This place seems like a solid backup if ever my beloved arsh hotel is full up 👍
Take it easy man.
Arsh is still top choice mate 👍
Thanks Wayne! Good video & yeah I agree 1st month + last month + deposit is always odd right? Should just be 1st month + deposit period. But its a nice place but pool is more like a Jacuzzi😉 Thanks again!
Cheers Mike! I'm not a fan of all these different prices, just keep it simple i reckon. Pay a set price for everything also. Pool is small but the views are great. Thanks mate.
I stay there twice before first time was great, but last time I stayed there with my daughter it was a nightmare I could not wait to leave, in fact we left early
Sorry to hear that Leila, was it noisy neighbors?
The man in the next room moving his furniture every bloody night, constantly coughing, the bloody microwave wire was so short we had to put it on the floor near the socket to use it.
My daughter got a mild electric shock plugging in a lamp,bed bugs were eating us alive and the food if you can call it smith's restaurant was truly bloody disgusting the staff are ignorant pigs the list goes on and on.
Do yourself a favour NEVER stay there.
But I like the area, I prefer now fay's to stay Shuthep, or Santitham area, or maybe Hang Dong if I was there long term
Wow, sorry to hear that Leila. It's strange because this is the place i get the most messages about for doing a review, people love this place with a passion in my messages. In fact, i had to do the review just to see why i get so many messages about it. It's nice to hear other opinions though Leila, as i've never stayed here, so i can't comment on that. Thanks for sharing.
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I liked the first room the Superior. Great view.
The other room not so much.
Agree the add on charges for pool and gym would keep me from staying there
The prices are a bit complicated, just charge a simple flat rate for everything included. It's a nice basic place though. Cheers Dennis.
There is another Smiths Residence a block over. It's only about 8 years old and more modern with a huge garden. The rooms there are a lot better with kitchens and access to a larger pool on the roof. I'm staying there at the moment. It's the lowest part of the low season right now and occupancy is low as its short term travellers mainly that stay although there are a few that have been there for years. The basic rooms are 13,500 baht a month. I think its a little pricy like the rooms in the video but you pay for convince of monthly rental, way cheaper than a hotel of the same standard. Staying in a room with just a bed gets a bit much also because if your'e home you're always in bed nowhere else to sit although at the Smiths I'm at there is a table and chairs by the window overlooking the garden. Another great thing is location, you're living in a Thai neighbourhood yet only less than 5 minutes walk to the old city.
Smith Suites yes, just behind in a small Soi. Nice place also, I looked at a room there. Both good options. Cheers 👌
A coffee shop near bye?
Always Coffee available 👌
I imagine I'm not the only one who preferred the cheap room compared to the 'deluxe' With you Wayne on the balcony view of the mountains. Not a big fan of fluroes so that was a negative for me. Seems they'd renovated the building exterior but done very little with the interiors.
Yes Doug, i preferred the first cheaper room also. The views on the mountain side are really nice. I did think the rooms could do with updating. It was really clean though, one of the cleanest i've seen. I can see why it's popular. Cheers Doug.
The first one was superior room second the basic room. I've stayed in there before.
Love the bathtubs, anyone staying in these hotels/condos for 3months to 1 year should consider buying a new mattress, a decent pocket spring mattress can be had for about 13,000 baht. Do not sleep on tourist Mattresses as you don't know what happened on them.
Yes, it's always worth doing the mattress test. Some places are better than others but the bes is very important, I agree. Cheers 👍
Relax, worried about Mattresses , Deary Me. 🤦♂
But it's a hotel. I wonder why it would be appealing to expats. The proximity to town would be the only draw card for us.
Great vlog Wayne. 👍
Well it's a residence. The area, the ease of Chiang Mai gate, ease of Saturday market. 👍👍
@Walk-About Wayne True, the Hiya area does make everything accessible. Love your work, Wayne. 😁
@@judyanddaveinthailand Love you guys! 🙏
Love your work Wayne visited this place before so many Americans were staying here some were retired but we’re working as English teachers for 30. 000 thai baht per month but they both had really good pensions I would prefer 2 day week 😂 or not work but that place Hiya seemed better but this place looks ok bit dated but it’s ok Wayne
@@WalkAboutWayne 🤩 Must catch up for coffee again. 👍👍👌👌😊
Wow, they've jacked up the prices in the 11 months since you did this. There's inflation and then there's 40% increases haha
Very popular place, it’s always packed when I ride past now. I guess they put the price up when it’s in demand.
@@WalkAboutWayne FairPlay - supply and demand!
think the deposits are mostly caused by foreighn people sneaking out from under the rent flying out of the country making it verry hard for the exploters to get there last rent , besides that the fact that they still rent most of the rooms means that the farangs still accept it
the room looks like the average hotel room , i think the price is a bit steep for a long stay type of place even if its near the city center a specially because their so mush extra for utillities and stuff
in fact a mid range hotel room basicly includes everything like water and electrics gym swimmingpool and wifi and housecleaning intoo the price of the room
that said its still only half of wat i pay here in europe , think its in the mid to semi upper range in thailand
not sure wat i would do , aspecially the first few months i would like to be mobile so i can find a place that has the features that i want , and find the place in thailand that works for me ,
sofar i been in bangkok and chiang mai
bangkok was realy noisy and the traffic was realy bad , but had a lot of atractions and entertainment verry close together and good public transport that allowed me to explore a lot more of the city , i might live there in the outskirts where its more quet but still less than one hour traveling from where the action is
chiang mai was a lot more quet and friendly and had a little less entertainment , live music and such that i could find there
public transport wasnt as good , no big busses but taxi vans tuktuks and normal taxies , though taxies where cheaper there and they seemed more honest
still like to go to pataya (for a little bit to say that i been there ) and hua hin and might visit a few smaller places just to see if i could live there by myself
Yes, deposit the same anywhere, for damage or doing a runner.
Smith's is a very popular condo, the location is great for the Saturday market and old city. 👍
11:00 Crazy but true. In some expensive cities like NYC or Hong Kong or Tokyo, people do live in tiny spaces like that.
This is the ritz compared to some places here. Loads of people live in rooms like this.
I don't see why anyone would stay there more than a few months. A house is 7000b, cheaper electric. But some people love the spot. Thanks
Yes, I think this place is about the expat community and being able to make friends easy. I always see lots of westerners sitting together eating at this place.
Fairly cheap and a bit too sparse in the rooms and a bit dated. I would need a couch I reckon to make it feel more like a home than a hotel room if I was planning to stay 2 months or more. What kinda place do you stay Wayne?
Very popular place this. My place isn't much bigger mate. I just have a studio room.
Not for me. I don't want basic. I want a really nice place. I want people to say wow when they walk in.
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Expensive that is in dire need of renovation. I stayed there 6 years ago and the rooms are exactly the same. There are plenty of better places in CM to stay
Not to bad for location. The rooms could do with updating , I agree. Very clean though and all depends what area you like. I think people like this place because it's easy to meet new foreigners. Cheers 👍
Sorry Wayne not for me, you can get better and cheaper if you take you time and look about. Loved the video 👍
No worries man. Cheers 👍
I think the ower is a retired Doctor.
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3 months 8000 is good
Not a bad deal 👍
I’ve watched hundreds of videos and can say that Pattaya has WAY better prices and way higher quality plus way more luxurious rooms, pools, jacuzzis, sauna, weight rooms, etc. no comparison. Even the so called “nice” condos in Chiangmai are very dumpy by Pattaya standards.
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It looks haunted, keep expecting to see those twin girls from the shining😄
I wouldn't go that far 🤣
The deluxe room is a joke. The price-performance ratio is lousy. Electricity 8 THB per kw is another ripp-off. Plus extra for the pool, plus extra for the gym. Really a shitty offer. 😀
It's popular buddy, they can charge anything and people will stay here. Foreigners love this place.
Suit an Irish man there..
Perfect for an Irish man Pat 👍
Meh.. Not a fan of it msyelf. Would much be better off renting a condo for around 8k a month and have free access to a swimming pool and gym. Quite honestly you could rent a cheap Thai room that looks exactly like that place for around 4k a month.
Sure, there's one right across the road. Depends what you like though. Smith is good because people meet other westerners. Cheers 🥂
Not that impressed with smiths lotion yes have a look at Greenhill around the corner from Maya better pool and badminton courts
Green hill is ok, nothing special either but a nice place.Depends what area you like I suppose . Thanks 👍
Don't reckon i could stay there for a year . Good views. But rooms nothing special. Good review tho Wayne thank you
Cheers buddy!
bro, baht has gone down due to the political saga so might be a good time to change some to keep
It's a great time. Hold back some for 45 though, or even 46 👍. Happy Days 👌
@@WalkAboutWayne good idea, thanks bro
Wow! Never visited (Thanks!). NOT a good value, plenty of older apartment buildings the same level for around half this cost though without a (tiny) pool nor fitness room. You'll never use that much water. I take loooong showers and my usual monthly water bill is under Bt100.
Good for you buddy, good for you. And Smith Residence will still keep being one of the most popular places 👍 100 Baht a month water is nothing new either, loads of places do that. Cheers
Pool has no shade and is so small...good for floating with cocktails only. I have more gym equipment in me garage...JHC that's no a gym. The pricing is more complicated than it needs to be IMO. Why have a deposit when you pay 1st and last months. For 3 month just pay all 3 months no deposit voila!
The pricing was a bit complicated, I agree. Like you mentioned, just have a price for everything. 👍
Yea Na skip this one Wayne not my cup of tea at all I think the rooms were over priced and swimming pool was too small I would thought there would be older condos that had bigger better rooms with larger pool areas in changmai
Nice one Joel. Yep, loads of other places around buddy.
How can an Englishman spell 'favourite' like that in the title?
Research Bobby my son. TH-cam Research 👌
Meh, I’d rather pay more for but more luxury
Many more expensive places around the city 👍
That pool is not worth extra money.
It is a bit small, I agree 👍
Doesn't look great. Its more like a motel room than an apartment.
It's very basic but people love this place. Very popular.
normal men not newer want buy and live small condo, normasl men buy house at countryside, lot smarten than stupid condos.
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Very basic, not for me.
It's not for everyone 👍
6:16 has pathetic worst small single room, newer not want stay live there, totally ower price, same can ewery city rent normal abartement 3000-4500 B/month. but not good live, men need house and 7000-12000 B/month can rent good big house ewery city near and have own pool not others use. this pool has jacussi not pool, very small not can swim.
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Far too expensive!There are much better places for that kind of rent and not demanding cash payment!!!
The rooms wasn’t the best, but not to bad. All depends on what you want and location. Always easy to find cheaper. This place is very popular with expats.
@@WalkAboutWayne i not understand why have popular, normal men stay retiree in Thailand not ewer want meet any other foreigns again.
Very inexpensive
It's a nice basic place 👍
Yeah, totally depressing vibe to those rooms. Not a chance.
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Big no no horrible place
Great place 👍
@@WalkAboutWayne in my opinion is quite plain lacking of personality. There are much nicer places. I like the location though I usually stay at the hotel across the road CM gate Hotel. You could review them too they have renovated the rooms. I think many travellers would like it as pied a terre when going to CM for their first time. Wayne did you think making couple of blogs about nightlife in CM. You haven't reviewed the Good view or Riverside bar..... I'm enjoying your channel bro from sunny London.
@@brunoukfan No worries Bruno, thanks for sharing your views mate. Maybe I'll do some other reviews around the area soon. Say Hello to sunny Blighty for me :)
@@brunoukfan the only good thing about that place is the location. Other than that, i think it's pretty bad. Much better renting out a condo for around 8k a month and have access to a free pool and better gym.
It looks calm enough t to ride a scooter there. I was in Da Nang and refuse to drive there. Do you agree?
This place is a rip off stayed here back in 2018 for 7 days.
RIP off? I wouldn’t go that far 🤣. Still one of the most popular places with foreigners.