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The resort, built on stilts above the lake, offers 46 wooden chalets in simplistic design but with modern comfort amid the beautiful surroundings of endless green rice paddy fields, blue mountain ranges and the Inle Lake. The spacious wooden chalets are built by local craftsmen using native wood and bamboo decorated with Burmese silk textiles. Some chalets have an outdoor stone bath and 'Lake-view' rooms have a nice veranda where you can sit and enjoy the views. The binoculars and bird-book in the room were a nice touch.
The Inle Princess Resort’s restaurant is run by a French chef who churns out variety of International, Myanmar and Chinese dishes. There is also a full-service spa with a meditation area and offers yoga and meditation classes. An artisan village has been created on the property, to share ancestral traditions for Shan pottery, silk weaving, lacquerware, carving or Shan paper making.
In the day, we explore the Inle Lake and as the mist begins to lift, the lake reveals its surprises. There are rows and rows of floating vegetable gardens. The local Intha people have ingeniously found a way to first harvest the weeds and then turn them into beds which are anchored by bamboo poles. Various crops can then be planted on these beds.
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Bar/PubConciergeFamily RoomGardenOutdoor PoolRestaurantSpa/SaunaStay The Inle Princess Resort has 46 comfortable chalets with garden or lake views. The lead in Mountain Houses have French windows with mountain views, while the Garden Houses are set back amongst pools of lily-ponds and tropical gardens. Lake Houses are exclusive pyinkado and palm thatched houses and Princess Houses are located beside the hotel gardens, with large plant-filled private verandas. We found that that the rooms fronting the lake had the best views.
ChildCare Children are welcome to stay at the Inle Princess Resort, but there are no specific facilities available. Babysitting service can be arranged, if requested.
Dine The restaurant at the Inle Princess Resort is run by a French chef and every morning, he churns out perfect croissants for breakfast. The outdoor deck overlooking the lake where both breakfast and lunch are served is such a delight to dine. Alternatively, eat in the dining hall for a unique dining experience. The terrace bar is the ideal spot for relaxing with an evening sunset drink, while the cave-like wine cellar provides an intimate setting to enjoy some imported wines.
Relax The Inle Princess Resort Spa is amazing; it's like being in the middle of a forest listening to the sound of rain and crickets, an out of the world experience. It offers three treatment rooms and a variety of massages, as well as yoga and meditation classes.
Experience We take boat out on the Inle Lake and row silently over tranquil water through the morning mist. A flock of birds fly past and in the distance, we spot a Black-collared Starling, Pheasant-tailed Jacana and a Black-winged Stilt. The pristine lake is home to aquatic species found nowhere else in the world and sanctuary to the migratory birds that can be seen in abundance between November to May. With over 254 species recorded in the Inle wetland, this is a birdwatcher’s dream.
Location Inle Princess Resort, is a hidden refuge along an ancient lake & sheltered amid blue mountains. Located on the east bank of Inle Lake near the Magyizin village, it is ideally situated to explore the beautiful lake.
Getting There Yangon airport has undergone a major renovation and facilitates both international and domestic terminals. There are daily flights from Yangon to Mandalay, that takes about one hour and thirty minutes by air. In addition, you will need to fly from Mandalay to Heho airport (20 mins), which is a one-hour drive from Inle Lake.
When to go The best time to visit Myanmar is between October and April when the weather is dry and not so hot. At this time the warm and sunny days are ideal for sightseeing throughout the country. The temperatures start to rise in March and May to September is best avoided as this is the rainy season when sightseeing can become difficult.
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Central, Myanmar
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