Melia Yangon

Melia Yangon is an upscale hotel at 192 Kabar Aye Pagoda Road in Bahan Township, Yangon, Myanmar, operated under the Spanish Melia brand and forming part of the Myanmar Plaza complex. The attached shopping mall is the hotel's defining feature: guests have supermarkets, cafes, a cinema and retail outlets directly at hand, which is unusual in a city where walkable amenities are limited. Kaba Aye Pagoda Road is a major arterial route, giving straightforward taxi access to Inya Lake, the Kaba Aye Pagoda area, and the airport, while Shwedagon Pagoda and Kandawgyi Lake lie a short drive to the south. The building is a contemporary high-rise, with a business-and-leisure atmosphere typical of the international chains operating in Yangon. Rooms are offered as Deluxe Rooms, Premium Rooms and Suites, with the Premium and Suite categories providing more space and, in some cases, lounge benefits. Amenities include an outdoor pool, a spa, a fitness centre, free Wi-Fi and several restaurants and bars. Breakfast is generally an international buffet with local options, and the adjoining mall provides many additional dining choices for lunch and dinner, from food courts to sit-down restaurants. The spa and pool give a place to recover from heat and sightseeing. Service is oriented toward business travellers and families, with meeting rooms, concierge support for drivers and tours, and practical conveniences such as easy access to shops for forgotten essentials. The hotel is less atmospheric than the colonial properties downtown, but it offers convenience and consistent standards. Rates typically run from about US$90 to US$190 per night, roughly 387,000 to 817,000 MMK, with the higher end reflecting suites and peak travel periods. Guests who want a comfortable base with shopping and dining close by, and who accept a taxi ride to the historic downtown core, will find the location practical.