A grand occasion requires a venue of grandeur.

The Mae Ping Grand Ballroom of 5-star luxury hotel InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping attains this by providing exclusive and private access for guests and VIPs.

Its large foyer ensures space for private hosted gatherings and cocktails before guests file into the splendid hall, which can be set for any event — from a large conference to a society wedding, a gala dinner, or a theatrical spectacular with an extravaganza of audio and visual presentation technology. Its hall can be scaled down into two self-contained venues whenever a more intimate occasion is required.

At the same time, InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping’s Gad Lanna Lawn is another venue where such events can be held. It is a green expanse as flat and smooth as a billiard table. It is shaded by ancient trees and is a fragrant gathering space for all manner of social events, including gala dinners, garden parties, musical performances, coffee breaks, and team-building activities.

Seating is available with chairs and tables on the grass and alongside the neighbouring pavilion. The far end of the garden is distinguished by a Lanna-era white chedi, a part of the historic Wat Chang Kong temple, which is fascinating to visit for its architecture, history, and murals.

Guests of the hotel have flexibility and choice of events space, with each room having its own distinctive decor.

Meanwhile, InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping’s event planners and chefs combine their skills to create the perfect menu for guests at every event, including Thai, Chinese, or International cuisines for intimate lunches and dinners, social gatherings, and international conferences.

Its kitchens also source organic food from the Royal Projects and from the local farming communities, whilst also crafting healthy menu options that include vegan, vegetarian, and special dietary needs to serve those with special requirements.

The hotel works with local communities so that 85% of the raw food materials are sourced from the local farmers, orchards, bee farms, and other producers. More than 50 herbs are grown in the hotel’s own herb garden. The partnership with the Royal Projects’ charitable initiative also aims to improve the lives of the hill tribe people and help support their agricultural communities.

InterContinental also offers exclusive access to a variety of venues and experiences, allowing visitors to discover a different side of a destination rarely seen by tourists, ranging from heritage sites to organic farms and workshops with a local expert in arts and crafts or sustainability. It also presents a range of team-building experiences for guests that can be based on-site, such as trekking to the top of a mountain or paddling along the Ping River.

The unique amenities offered by the hotel allow planners to craft events that utilise local knowledge based on the city’s colourful history, traditions, cuisine, and artistic heritage. It is an ideal way to engage and motivate guests whilst giving them a chance to interact with the local area.

These offerings have been recognised by the prestigious TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2024 – Thailand, with InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping earning the MICE Hotel of the Year category.

The inaugural awards programme celebrates companies in the travel sector that have made groundbreaking industry improvements with a renewed focus on safety and sustainability, enabling unique customer experiences.

The TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2024 – Thailand is presented by Travel Daily Media. To view the full list of winners, click here. For more details, please contact Jane Patiag at +(65) 3158 1386 ext. 217 or awards@traveldailymedia.com.