Chiang Mai has a small, changeable group of cat cafes. This guide includes six cat-cafe listings and two dog cafes, but several smaller venues do not maintain dependable websites or current visitor information.
Mali Cat Cafe & Bar at One Nimman has the clearest current operator information. Recent listings also support Por Phu and Catera, although their prices and visitor rules need confirmation. Treat They Call Me Cat, Cat Station, and Catopia as leads to verify, not firm recommendations.
- Entry fees: Confirm directly; timed or drink-inclusive models are common
- Most dependable current listing: Mali Cat Cafe & Bar at One Nimman
- Hours: Mali publishes daily 10:00-midnight; smaller venues need confirmation
- Status check: Verify They Call Me Cat, Cat Station, and Catopia before travelling
- Getting there: Mali is in Nimman; Por Phu is near Wat Umong; Catera is in San Sai Noi
- Payment and age rules: Ask the venue before visiting, especially with children
Quick answer
Start with Mali Cat Cafe & Bar Nimman, which has the clearest current operator information. Por Phu and Catera are alternatives to check directly. Do not travel to They Call Me Cat, Cat Station, or Catopia without confirming that they are accepting visitors.
| You want | Go to | Area / Price |
|---|---|---|
| Published daily hours | Mali Cat Cafe & Bar | One Nimman / confirm timed package |
| Neighbourhood cat cafe | Por Phu Cat Cafe | Lan Din / confirm current terms |
| Cat and rabbit venue | Catera Cat Cafe | San Sai Noi / confirm current terms |
| Historical Old City listing | They Call Me Cat Cafe | Status unconfirmed |
| Historical Old City listing | Cat Station | Status unconfirmed |
| Historical Suthep Road listing | Catopia | Status unconfirmed |
How we picked these cafes
This shortlist starts with the place information already maintained for this guide in Chiang Mai, then weights the practical signals readers need most: area, price, hours, ratings when listed, booking or website links, and the specific use case named on each card. Missing prices, ratings, images, or booking links stay blank rather than being guessed.
We also kept the awkward parts visible. A good cafe is only useful when the area, timing, crowd level, and transport fit the trip you are actually taking.
Nimman and Huay Kaew Road
This corridor is the easiest first stop. Several cat cafes sit within a 2 km stretch, and you can pair a visit with a browse through the Nimman boutiques or a walk around the Chiang Mai University campus.
Mali Cat Cafe & Bar Nimman
Mali operates at One Nimman and publishes daily hours from 10:00 to midnight. Entry is sold in timed packages, but the current operator material does not support the article's former cat count, breed inventory, or claim that this is Chiang Mai's largest cat cafe. Confirm the current package and included drink before visiting.
- Area
- Nimman · 1 Nimmanhaeminda Rd, One Nimman complex
- Hours
- Daily 10am–midnight (confirm current pricing before visiting)
- Price
- Confirm the current timed-entry packages before visiting
- Go for
- Drink from the current cafe menu
Por Phu Cat Cafe
A neighbourhood cat cafe in the Lan Din project near Wat Umong. Recent visitor information supports weekday and weekend opening hours and a drink-inclusive entry charge, but the operator has not published a dependable current visitor policy. Confirm the price, time limit, and opening hours before visiting.
- Area
- Huay Kaew Rd / Lan Din · Soi Ban Ram Poang, Lan Din project, Huay Kaew Rd
- Hours
- Reported Mon–Fri 10am–6pm, Sat–Sun 9am–7pm — confirm on Facebook
- Price
- Reported 120 THB adults, 100 THB children, including a drink — confirm directly
- Go for
- Fruit smoothie or cold brew
Insider Tip: Come on a weekday morning before 11:00. Weekend afternoons pack out with tour groups at popular Nimman venues, and the noise level changes the cats’ behaviour — more hiding, fewer lap visits.
Cat Cafes Near Chiang Mai Old City
The Old City cluster suits those already based around the moat or doing a temple morning on foot.
They Call Me Cat Cafe
Older listings place this cafe south of the Old City at 125/2 Ragang Road, but current directories conflict and one marks it closed. Do not treat its historical hours, entry charge, cat count, or included items as current. Contact the venue before including it in your plans.
- Area
- South of Old City · Near The Lanna Palace Hotel, south of the Old City moat
- Hours
- Current operating status unconfirmed
- Price
- Do not travel without confirming the venue has reopened
- Go for
- Confirm the cafe is accepting visitors
Cat Station
Current reservation listings place Cat Station at 9/1 Samlan Road Soi 3, but no operator source confirms its current hours, menu, entry policy, or resident-cat arrangement. Contact the cafe before relying on it as an Old City stop.
- Area
- Old City · Reported at 9/1 Samlan Road Soi 3, Old City
- Hours
- Daily — check current times via Facebook
- Price
- Confirm the current entry and ordering policy
- Go for
- Check the current menu before visiting
Catera Cat Cafe
Recent managed listings indicate that Catera is operating in San Sai Noi, north of the Old City, and closes on Mondays. Operator-confirmed hours, entry inclusions, and access to the rabbit area are not currently available, so verify those details before travelling.
- Area
- North of Old City · Near 2nd Ring Road, north of Old City
- Hours
- Reported 11am–6pm, closed Mondays — confirm directly
- Price
- Reported around 120 THB including a drink — confirm directly
- Go for
- Coffee with a side of rabbit-watching
Confirm Catera’s current entry terms and access to its outdoor rabbit area before travelling from the Old City.
Catopia and the Suthep Road Cluster
Catopia Cat Cafe
Older guides place Catopia off Suthep Road near Chiang Mai University, but no current operator source confirms that it is accepting visitors. Do not rely on the former 100 THB entry charge, hours, age policy, or coffee price without direct confirmation.
- Area
- Suthep Rd area · Off Suthep Road, near Ang Kaew Reservoir
- Hours
- Current operating status unconfirmed
- Price
- Confirm directly before visiting
- Go for
- Check the current offering before travelling
Older guides place Catopia near Suthep Road, but its current status is unclear. If you are staying near Nimman or exploring Chiang Mai’s cafe scene, confirm that it is open before adding it to the same trip as Por Phu.
Dog Cafes in Chiang Mai
Not everyone is a cat person. Two dog cafes are worth knowing.
Box Box Dog Cafe
Current evidence supports the Mae Jo branch, not the older branch near Rin Kham. Recent local listings describe a resident-dog cafe with a drink-and-cake entry package, but confirm the price, hours, and visiting rules directly before making the trip north of the city.
- Area
- Mae Jo Road · 323/5 Moo 9, Nong Han, San Sai
- Hours
- Reported daily 10am–7pm — confirm directly
- Price
- Reported around 350 THB including refreshments — confirm directly
- Go for
- Sit back and let the dogs come to you
Funkydog Cafe
A garden cafe in the Old City on Moon Muang Road Soi 6 with a rustic, relaxed character. No admission fee — order from the menu. Dogs are resident rather than the main attraction, making it a practical choice for anyone who wants a good cafe stop with canine company rather than a dedicated pet experience. Outdoor-friendly visiting dogs may be accommodated on request — confirm with the venue.
- Area
- Old City · North end of Moon Muang Rd Soi 6, Old City
- Hours
- Daily — check via Facebook for current times
- Price
- Order from the menu (no admission charge)
- Go for
- Fresh fruit shake in the garden
Insider Tip: If you are travelling with your own pet and want dog-friendly dining, these cafes may accommodate visiting dogs at outdoor seating — confirm with the venue first, as policies change seasonally.
How to Visit a Cat Cafe in Chiang Mai
Book or just walk in? Check the venue’s current booking policy before visiting. This matters most for the smaller cafes, where current visitor information is limited.
What to wear: No specific dress code, but closed shoes are sensible — claws happen. Avoid strong perfumes; cats find synthetic scents stressful.
Hygiene: All reputable cafes ask you to sanitise your hands on entry. Do not touch a cat’s face or tail without letting it approach you first.
Connectivity: Most cat cafes have wifi. Cat Station and Funkydog are practical for a short working stop. For serious work sessions, the dedicated digital nomad cafes in Nimman are a better fit. Chiang Mai’s food scene extends well beyond cat cafes — the city also has an excellent lineup of street food and local restaurants worth exploring.
Getting around: Use Grab, Bolt, or a local songthaew and check the live fare before booking. Mali is central in Nimman, while Por Phu, Catera, and Box Box require separate trips in different directions.
Stay nearby: Several Chiang Mai hotels near Nimman put you within walking distance of Mali, Por Phu, and Catopia in one afternoon.
Connectivity while travelling: A Thailand eSIM keeps you navigating between venues without relying on cafe wifi. The best eSIM options for Thailand guide covers current plans.
How to choose a cafe in Chiang Mai
Start with the job the cafe needs to do: best coffee, quiet laptop time, late hours, or a neighbourhood stop. The useful clusters here are Nimman, Huay Kaew Rd / Lan Din, South of Old City; pick the one closest to the rest of your day before you chase a single name. If you need calls or uploads, test the wifi before ordering a second drink.
7Verdict: Mali Cat Cafe & Bar is the safest first choice because its operator publishes a current location and opening hours. Confirm every smaller venue directly, and skip any cafe where cats cannot retreat from visitors or staff allow rough handling. Rating: 7/10
