The Little Cat Cafe

Chiang Mai · 0.8 mi / 1.2 km

Kitten Home is a combined cat cafe and nail salon on the Chiang Mai outer ring road in the Chet Yot area of Chang Phueak, north-west of the Old City. Nine friendly cats live in the shop and wander freely between the cafe corner and the manicure stations, so visitors can play with them over a drink or while having their nails done. The cats are healthy, gentle and affectionate, with some napping and others ready to play. The cafe side serves coffee, other drinks, snacks and bakery items, and lickable cat treats are sold for anyone who wants to win the cats over. Gel nail colour starts at 150 baht, and nail appointments are booked through the shop's Facebook and Instagram pages, but cafe visitors are welcome to drop in just to see the cats.

Chiang Mai · 1.0 mi / 1.6 km

Meowmories Cafe is a small, homely cat cafe on Soi Thanin in Chang Phueak, just north of Chiang Mai's Old City and a short walk from Thanin Market. The room is compact and kept very clean, and its resident cats are plump, outgoing and used to visitors: most of them come straight over for attention, while one or two prefer to curl up and nap. The owner looks after the cats closely, and they are bathed and groomed regularly, so they are soft and smell fresh. Prices are kept low, with a discount for students, and the menu focuses on smoothies, fruit juices and other cold drinks. With its friendly owner and relaxed pace, it is an easy stop for anyone wanting an hour with sociable cats away from the busier tourist cafes in Nimman.

Chiang Mai · 1.1 mi / 1.8 km

Tipsy Cat Cafe & Bar is a small evening cocktail bar in the Santitham neighbourhood of Chiang Mai, run by a friendly Japanese owner who trained for six years in a bar in Japan. Nine resident cats live in the bar, and they wander among the guests, come over to say hello and settle in beside regulars. Cocktails start at around 80 baht from a long, well-priced list, and the kitchen serves fried bar snacks that go well with a cold beer. Huge 80-inch and 100-inch screens show sports and films, and the owner is happy to take requests. The atmosphere is laid-back and welcoming, which makes it a comfortable spot for solo travellers as well as groups of friends, and an unusual choice for cat lovers after dark.

Chiang Mai · 1.2 mi / 2.0 km

Wila Cafe (วิฬาร์คาเฟ่) is a cat cafe in a quiet soi off Muen Dam Phra Khot Road in Chang Phueak, just north of Chiang Mai's Old City. Its cat zone is home to around 27 cats, many of them plump and laid-back, including several Scottish Folds, and the room is full of photo corners, with board games and occasional workshops to keep visitors busy. There is no time limit. International visitors pay 100 baht to enter the cat zone, which includes one drink and a sachet of cat treats, while Thai customers order at least one drink each; drinks cost around 50 to 60 baht, and extra cat food is sold at the counter. Children under 12 are not allowed in the cat zone, without exception, and the house rules on handling the cats are strictly enforced.

Chiang Mai · 1.3 mi / 2.2 km

Mali Cat Cafe & Bar sits on Nimmanhaemin Road in the heart of Chiang Mai, one of northern Thailand's most walkable and creative neighborhoods. The cafe is home to a large number of resident cats that roam freely through the seating area, giving visitors plenty of opportunities to interact and play while enjoying their drinks. With a 4.7 rating, this spot has earned a loyal following among both locals and travelers exploring the Nimman district. The combination of cafe and bar means you can stop by for a coffee during the day or unwind with something stronger in the evening, all in the company of friendly felines. For updates and photos of the resident cats, check their Facebook page before your visit.

Chiang Mai · 1.5 mi / 2.4 km

Hello Māo Café is a cat cafe on Huay Kaew Road, opposite Chiang Mai University and close to the Nimman area. It focuses on pedigree cats, with many different breeds including short-legged Munchkins, and a mix of playful kittens and grown cats who are used to people and happy to be petted. Visitors pay an entrance fee to join the cats, there is no time limit, and drinks are very inexpensive, which makes it popular with students. The friendly staff are quick to help visitors find the most sociable cats and to explain the house rules. With a steady stream of local and international visitors, it is one of the busiest cat cafes in the university district, and a convenient stop between Nimman and Doi Suthep.