VIEWPOINT ECOLODGE, Nyaung Shwe – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Accommodation Options
Viewpoint Ecolodge offers suites and rooms built on pilings over the lake using traditional Shan construction with local limestone, mud, and rice straw. The 52m² Suite includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, separate living room, and private balcony with mountain view. The 60m² Family Suite features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2 balconies. Deluxe rooms measure 28m² with private balcony. All accommodations include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, minibar, safety deposit box, and mountain or lake views.
Dining Experiences
The Shan Restaurant occupies a wrap-around veranda with views of the canal, rice paddies, and mountains. It serves local cuisine recognized by Routard Guide and Lonely Planet. French and Western cuisines are available at The Lounge. The lodge arranges gourmet picnics, cookery classes with market visits, and home-cooked Inthar lunches in local villages. Unique dining options include exotic lunches on converted rice carrier boats, Shan BBQ picnics near ancient pagodas, and meals at a private island village house.
Spa & Wellness
Spa by Viewpoint offers treatments inspired by local ethnic traditions including Pa-O massage, along with Thai, Balinese, and Swedish massages. The spa has 2 double treatment rooms with organic cosmetics. Services include reflexology, facial treatments using natural ingredients, manicure, pedicure, body scrubs with local ingredients like sesame and thanaka, and multi-day spa packages. A selection of cosmetics is available for purchase in the boutique.
Location & Access
Located in Nyaung Shwe, the gateway to Inle Lake boat trips. The lodge is 35 km from Heho Airport (approximately 30 minutes). Nearby landmarks include Ywama Paya Buddhist Temple (0.5 km), Maing Thouk Village (0.5 km), Mingala Market (0.5 km), Cultural Museum (1.5 km), and Htet Eain Gu Cave And Monastery (4.5 km). The property is surrounded by rice paddies, mountains, and a private lake.
Additional Services
Services include free eco-standard minibar, welcome drink, fruit basket, daily fresh flowers, laundry service (4 pieces per person), and parking. The lodge organizes boat and bike exploration of the lake. Special experiences include bamboo lunchbox meals presented in freshly cut bamboo containers that maintain temperature for 4 hours, with all materials being biodegradable or available as souvenirs.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Billiard tables
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
I absolutely loved the hotel's rural feel with beautiful rooms and fantastic amenities. The service was incredibly friendly and helpful, making my stay relaxing and enjoyable. The location was perfect for exploring both the town and the lake. Although the dining experience was excellent, a small hiccup was quickly resolved. Definitely a great value for the money.
Staying at this hotel was a delightful experience. The rooms were spacious, spotlessly clean, and situated on stilts in a lake surrounded by water lilies and resident ducks and geese, creating a charming setting. The service provided was exceptional, with the staff going out of their way to ensure guests' well-being and create a calm oasis atmosphere. While the location was just on the edge of town, it offered a quiet retreat while being conveniently close to shops and restaurants.
I loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were like suites with a touch of Myanmar decor and a private verandah where I could relax with a cocktail and watch the ducks. The service was top-notch, with staff always greeting guests warmly and being incredibly helpful with any requests. The location was perfect, right by the lake and surrounded by lotus gardens, offering a serene setting close to town. The dining experience was a highlight with a delicious European breakfast served with care. Overall, a wonderful stay with a few minor drawbacks.
Staying at this hotel was a wonderful experience. The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-appointed, with huge and comfortable beds, surrounded by a peaceful lake accessed through a raised broadwalk. The service was exceptionally friendly and helpful, though occasionally needing to be flagged down for refills. The location was ideal for exploring the town and nearby attractions, away from noise but conveniently positioned. The dining experience offered delightful local dishes with a good variety, alongside beautiful terrace dining options. The facilities provided were top-notch, making the stay comfortable and enjoyable.
Staying in the rooms located on the water on stilts on an artificial lake was a unique experience, despite a slight delay in room readiness until 5 pm. The service provided by the excellent and jovial staff was truly efficient. The location right on the lake edge offered a convenient base for exploring the beautiful area. The dining experience, although lacking in attentive staff initially, was redeemed by the delicious Mediterranean dishes. The facilities on the property were top-notch.
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