4 of the finest heritage hotels in Asia - SilverKris

"Opened in 1901 as a Victorian mansion built by British entrepreneur John Darwood, this iconic old-world hotel has long hosted literary luminaries, intrepid explorers and statesmen and underwent a sympathetic renovation before reopening in late 2016. It channels a British colonial aesthetic complemented by glorious Burmese antiques and textiles. The surrounding Kyauktada district mixes traditional roadside tea shops with trendy eateries and galleries. Afternoon high tea at the hotel’s café pairs English classics with traditional Myanmar delicacies, and the property appeals particularly to literary fans who relish sleeping in the same rooms once used by figures such as George Orwell and W. Somerset Maugham." - Rachna Sachasinh