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Best Rooftop Bars in Chiang Mai

MAI The Sky Bar is the top-rated rooftop bar in Chiang Mai on the Booyah Index, rated ★4.9 from 1,731 reviews and known for panoramic city views from 22nd-floor rooftop with views of Doi Suthep and sunset viewing from high elevation with elegant atmosphere. Surr Bar (★4.9 from 866 reviews) and JAI LOY CAFE & ROOFTOP (★4.8 from 670 reviews) round out the top three. This guide ranks all 8 rooftop bars in Chiang Mai by Google rating weighted by review volume.

Updated July 2026 · ranked by rating × review volume · no paid placement

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    MAI The Sky Bar

    Rooftop Bar · ★ 4.9 (1,731 reviews)

    Regulars come for panoramic city views from 22nd-floor rooftop with views of Doi Suthep and sunset viewing from high elevation with elegant atmosphere — it holds ★4.9 from 1,731 reviews.

    Also known for: Expertly crafted cocktails and signature drinks

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    Surr Bar

    Rooftop Bar · ★ 4.9 (866 reviews)

    Regulars come for art-inspired cocktails designed to evoke famous paintings like Starry Night and craft cocktails with perfectly balanced flavors and creative concepts on the eighth floor of an art hotel — it holds ★4.9 from 866 reviews.

    Also known for: Rooftop views of Chiang Mai framed by windows in a well-curated artistic space

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    JAI LOY CAFE & ROOFTOP

    Rooftop Bar · ★ 4.8 (670 reviews)

    Regulars come for sunset views over Chiang Mai city and mountains and craft cocktails including premium margaritas — it holds ★4.8 from 670 reviews.

    Also known for: Khao soi with crispy-skinned chicken and creamy sauce

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    HONG's Sky Bar

    Rooftop Bar · ★ 4.8 (482 reviews)

    Regulars come for panoramic views of Chiang Mai city from the 17th-floor rooftop of the InterContinental Hotel and craft cocktails and wine menu — it holds ★4.8 from 482 reviews.

    Also known for: Birthday celebration packages with roses, special cocktails, and staff photography service

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    ARISE Rooftop Bar - Nimman

    Rooftop Bar · ★ 4.6 (507 reviews)

    Regulars come for sunset views over Chiang Mai city and surrounding mountains and signature cocktails including Burnt Lemon Margaritas mixed by resident bartender Oat — it holds ★4.6 from 507 reviews.

    Also known for: Comfortable couches and chill rooftop lounge atmosphere

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    Copacabana Rooftop diner

    Rooftop Bar · ★ 4.7 (163 reviews)

    Regulars come for sunset views over Ta Phae gate and mountains and live DJ with Latin music and dancing space — it holds ★4.7 from 163 reviews.

    Also known for: Rooftop views of the city and walking street below

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    SALT & FIRE Rooftop Bar

    Rooftop Bar · ★ 4.6 (80 reviews)

    Regulars come for rooftop views of Chiang Mai and well-balanced cocktails and impressive wine selection — it holds ★4.6 from 80 reviews.

    Also known for: DJ and chic atmosphere for evening entertainment

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    Moose Rooftop Wine Bar

    Rooftop Bar · ★ 4.6 (56 reviews)

    Regulars come for sunset views of Doi Suthep Mountain and happy hour 2-for-1 cocktails from 5-7pm — it holds ★4.6 from 56 reviews.

    Also known for: Cocktails at 250 baht for 2 drinks

Ranked by a blend of Google rating and review volume · structured by Booyah to be AI-readable · browse all Chiang Mai places →

Quick answers

What is the best rooftop bar in Chiang Mai?

MAI The Sky Bar is the top-rated rooftop bar in Chiang Mai, with ★4.9 from 1,731 reviews. It's known for panoramic city views from 22nd-floor rooftop with views of Doi Suthep, sunset viewing from high elevation with elegant atmosphere, expertly crafted cocktails and signature drinks.

What are the top 3 rooftop bars in Chiang Mai?

1. MAI The Sky Bar (★4.9 from 1,731 reviews); 2. Surr Bar (★4.9 from 866 reviews); 3. JAI LOY CAFE & ROOFTOP (★4.8 from 670 reviews).

How is this ranking made?

Each place is scored by its Google rating weighted by review volume (so a ★4.8 with thousands of reviews outranks a ★5.0 with a handful), from the 8 rooftop bars in Chiang Mai tracked in the Booyah Index. No paid placement.

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