The Strand Hotel Yangon

When you book a room at The Strand, you're not just getting a room; you're immersing yourself in its long and fascinating history. Since my first visit to Myanmar in 2003, I have dreamed of staying at The Strand. After the hotel underwent extensive renovations in 2016, I wanted to stay there more than ever. This year, my wife and I finally had the opportunity to stay here, especially since there were some affordable offers. The hotel is pure luxury. It exudes the history of Aviet and Tigran Sarkies, the Armenian brothers who built it at the beginning of the 20th century (the Armenians' contributions to many cultures worldwiede is a story in itself) as well as the history of George Orwell, who once stayed here, and the many leading Burmese minds who came and went. |Each room is a suite with an upholstered sitting area and comes with a huge bathroom with historic tiles and fixtures. Delicious, freshly baked sweets were brought to our room every day free of charge. The heated pool, which is open also during the rainy season, offers pure relaxation. The architecture and historic furnishings are stunning. |But the best thing is the hotel staff. You can tell that none of them view their work as just a "job," but rather a calling. They are friendly, discreetly helpful, and professional, and they always smile. I could mention many of them, but I would like to name just two who helped us tremendously: the receptionist Ms. Thae Thae Khoon and the butler Mr. Hnin Ye' Hla. Thank you for making our stay unforgettable!

October 2025. I stayed here for 28 days and I loved every moment. This hotel is a Grand Old Lady and one gets a small view into how elegant life was in times long since past. The cost is almost nothing and the service is obliging, friendly and gracious. On more mundane matters, the WiFi is fast and you can keep abreast of world and business affairs very easily. I found Yangon extremely safe. Do yourself a favour - book an extra night or two. Thank you.

Fantastic historic hotel. Beautifully restored with very friendly and efficient staff in the heart of downtown Yangon.||The room was beautifully appointed with a real feel of luxury.||The restaurant was very good as was the bar with some delicious cocktails. I particularly recommend the Pegu cafe cocktail.||More than any of the above Thae Thae Khoon Hnin and Kaung Thant Nauru Htoi,|Were superb, thank you guys.

Excellent food served by a wonderful team of professionals in a great ambiance! |We had a very pleasant family lunch for a special occasion at the Strand Yangon, Myanmar. All dishes from appetizers to desert were freshly prepared, tasty, very well presented and served by professionally trained staff. Negroni was a killer! Thanks especially to the head chef for coming out and greeting us (nice touch). Kudos to the whole F&B teamat the Strand Hotel, Yangon!

First of all, I love the building. The interior, the atmosphere looks clean with vintage vibes. The room was spacious. The staff were very kind. I would like to come back again.

I came to test out this hotel for a future vacation. It is the most expensive luxurious hotel in the country. I can swear by that. Youre greeted by a welcome drink the minute you enter. I really enjoyed my stay here as there is a personal butler on call 24/7 and she brings bright smiles and complimentary tea and coffees. I was served by khoon and thae thae whom were both very professional and attentive. It was my first experience with a butler. Definitely a memorable one. The suites are massive and though you can’t expect pristine cleanliness due to the buildings age, i did not notice any dirt anywhere except for the outside of the windows.

Memorable birthday lunch at The Strand. |This is our second, a repeat after 11 years ago.|A truly exceptional dining experience in our beloved city's finest restaurants, rich in history and elegance. |The service is impeccable, extremely attentive and knowledgeable staff anticipating our every need.|Each dish was a piece of art, full of flavors.|Thank you to Mr. Aung Ye Kyaw,Chef and the whole team for making it a memorable day for the family and friends.

My one-night stay in Yangon was unforgettable, thanks to the incredible staff at this hotel. The bellboy Kaungthant Oo and butler Ye'Hla went above and beyond, guiding me through the city with tips on the best spots to explore and ensuring my evening was delightful. Their warmth, attentiveness, and help with every detail made my short stay truly special. Highly recommend this hotel for its outstanding service!