Never has anywhere managed to cast such a spell on my workaholic husband, he was planning his return in the car on the way to the airport.Yiang Yonok managed to draw him almost to a standstill, we had intended 2-3 days but stayed 5 and loved every minute of it. Ian and Jim(Vassana) are delightful and welcomed you like friends... more

We stayed at Viang Yonok for the second time, for three nights in August. As on our previous stay (when we were stopping off en route to a Mekong cruise to Laos), Ian and Vasanna treated us like friends rather than guests. Every need was catered for, including fantastic meals cooked to order by Vasanna's Mum and her wonderful staff.... more

Services and restaurant of a five star hotel combined with warmth and comfort of an homestay: definitely recommended to anyone looking for true thai flavours and hospitality! more

Hi everyone.. If ever you want to experience the very best location, the very best in comfort, the very best food and general hospitality..then you MUST try this place in Chiang Sae in North Eastern Thailand..what a wonderful place and wonderful stay. *6 to you Ian and Vassana SMITH..we'll be back. ROD. Ian & Vassana Smith Viang Yonok Hotel, Restaurant... more

This family run place of paradise is not only stylish, friendly and modern, but leaves you with a feeling of being a part of it. The food was incredible and often we left it to the wonderful Mother of the owners to surprise us! The English breakfast was better than any i have enjoyed back in the uk and served... more

It has been two weeks since my visit, but not a day passes that I think about watching the lake during sunset and then my complete amazement at the gallery of stars that dot the night sky. I made the mistake of staying only one night during a quick tour of the northern part of Chiang Rai province, but I... more

We stayed at Viang Yonok for 12 nights, we picked this hotel from others due to the reviews written here and I can honestly say that the hotel, the hospitality and the location absolutely blew us away. Ian and Vassana (Jim) went out of their way to make our honeymoon so perfect and special. The hotel and its surroundings are... more

Viang Yonok stands out as a singularly special place. My wife and I have travelledusually 2 or 3 times a year worldwide for 37 years.....My parents took me around the world at 13 in 1961-62....so I am no stranger to hotels and resorts from an early age......This is why my review's title: 'It doesn't get much better than this....' may... more

The worry when posting a review is that, you find a hidden gem, announce it to the world and then it becomes, well not so hidden any more. However it would also be unfair not to highlight the pleasures, that made the experience such a memorable one. The Viang Yonok is one of those rare places, that can be called... more