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Which city in Thailand is better for living and why?

Chiang Mai Phuket Hua Hin Isan Region Living Costs Expat Life

Naman *******

asked Jan 16, 2026

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Which is a better city to live in your experience? Please add a reason for your choice. 

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The conversation reflects personal experiences and preferences regarding living in various cities in Thailand, such as Chiang Mai, Phuket, and areas like Hua Hin. Users mention factors like climate, cultural experiences, outdoor activities, living costs, and the bustling nature of cities influencing their choices. Chiang Mai is praised for its cultural richness and proximity to nature, but concerns are raised about air quality during the burn season. Other places like Hua Hin and regions in Isan offer peace and affordability, appealing to different lifestyles.

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Barney ********

Chaing Mai

9 months ago

Robin ********

koh kood .

9 months ago

Daniele *****

pizzo calabro

9 months ago

Gilda ******

We live in Sam Roi Yot near Hua Hin. Peaceful and calm

9 months ago

Thai *******

Cheeper living

9 months ago

Rkd ********

It's up to the few to decide who lived in all of them

9 months ago

Dror *********

Amnat charoen/ubon

9 months ago

Michael ********

Out of those four i would pick chalong/Rawai but i moved away from there 8 years ago because to hectic with farangs/traffic

9 months ago

Pierre *********

North of Phuket and go to Chiang Mai and other places in Thaïland during holidays!

Not south of Phuket...too many trafic!

I like to be not far of beaches but it's more expensive than Isan or the north of Thaïland.

9 months ago

Mark ******

Anyway not near me

9 months ago

Mark ***********

It's not that simple. Chiang Mai is great but not from March to July, August.... it varies year to year

9 months ago

Duncan *******

@Mark **********

July?

9 months ago

Peter ********

I think it's a personal choice, I enjoy the mountains, the culture, northern food. The temples are amazing. When it gets hot can just hop on the bike and within a few minutes you are up the mountain and cooler. During burn season, one can go on vacation to one of the other places.

9 months ago

Naman *******

@Peter *******

is it very bad during the burn season?

9 months ago