“Set on a small hill overlooking the stunning Lake Inle, this resort offers peace and tranquility in abundance. Feast on sophisticated local Shan cuisine made with produce from the organic vegetable garden. The convivial bar has views over the lake & there's an idyllic pool. Very luxurious.”

Recommended for

  • Back to Nature

    • Set in a peaceful idyll overlooking Inle Lake, this is a beautiful base for a holiday in one of Myanmar's most famous spots
  • Learning

    • Guided day tours of Lake Inle and Kakku, the hidden ‘forest of temples', are superb for understanding local culture
  • Wine tasting

    • Take a guided bike ride to Red Mountain Estate, tour of the winemaking facilities & enjoy a winetasting
  • Local exploring

    • Exploring the local town on foot or two wheels, or take a boat ride on the lake
  • Contemporary

    • With a design that celebrates the fundamentals, merging the spiritual and the secular, the past and the present, East and West
  • Hills & mountains

    • Set on a small hill on the eastern shore of Lake Inle, its location is particularly peaceful
  • Birdwatching

    • Bird watching on Inle Lake is a real treat for keen wildlife photographers
  • Cycling

    • Explore the region on two wheels, borrowing the hotel's bicycles
  • Restaurant

    • Dine on Shan staples at The Refectory, with lovely lake views
  • Lakeside

    • Bordering Inle, the country’s second largest lake
  • Views

    • Beautiful views over Lake Inle
  • Quiet

  • Air conditioning

  • Family Suites

  • Museums

  • Hideaway

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Local markets

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Designer

  • Trekking

  • Romantic Break

  • Country Escape

  • Outstanding location

  • Spa

  • Grand Hotel

  • Great walks

  • Landmark

  • Groups

  • Historic

  • Gym

  • Spa breaks

  • Child friendly

  • Sights nearby

  • Wellbeing

  • Traditional

  • Charming

  • Luxury

  • Romantic

Facilities

  • Rooms

    94 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    Dine on Shan staples at The Refectory, with lovely lake views
  • Bar

    Sip cocktails and Myanmar-brewed beers at The Cloister Bar
  • Garden

    Garden with balcony and terrace
  • Shops

    Gift shop on site
  • Babysitting

  • Family Suites

  • Air conditioning

  • Bicycles available

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Airport transfer

  • Meeting Room

  • Massage

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • No pets

  • Library

  • Suites

  • Spa

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Room service

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Wifi

  • Business Centre

  • Safe

  • Parking

Activities

  • Learning

    • Guided day tours of Lake Inle and Kakku, the hidden ‘forest of temples', are superb for understanding local culture
  • Wine tasting

    • Take a guided bike ride to Red Mountain Estate, tour of the winemaking facilities & enjoy a winetasting
  • Birdwatching

    • Bird watching on Inle Lake is a real treat for keen wildlife photographers
  • Cycling

    • Explore the region on two wheels, borrowing the hotel's bicycles
  • Museums

  • Local markets

  • Trekking

  • Great walks

  • Sights nearby

Map & Location

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