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Best hotels & accommodations in Kalaw
8.5
Excellent
243 reviews
Kalaw Heritage Hotel since 1903
"A wonderful and atmospheric place to stay. The Kalaw hotel first opened in 1903. It has now been restored for the most part sensitively to give modern comforts without sacrificing the charm. The rooms are simply but tastefully redone, and the hotel makes good use of some of the original furniture. The bathrooms are elegantly refreshed, with showers rather than baths. The hotel reopened recently, in December 2015, so a few things, such as the restaurant,are not quite up to speed. The young staff are hugely friendly and helpful. The hotel is in the valley in a quiet part of town about a ten minute walk to the centre. There are three buildings : the oldest is Acorn, the main building which looks to be from the 1920s is Pine, the modern annex Tudor built I think in the 70s is much less charming."Show more
9.2
Exceptional
195 reviews
Hillock Villa
"I loved everything about this hotel. I was a senior travelling on my own, so based on its excellent reviews and appealing photos, I booked for a long stay of 11 nights. I intended to use the hotel as a base for day trips rather than having the inconvenience of constantly moving to other places. I wasn't disappointed - the staff were extremely helpful in booking me into interesting activities in the vicinity of Kalaw, plus arranging transport. I wanted to explore the local area on foot - the manager spoke excellent English and assured me that I could walk safely anywhere in the town. She pointed out places of interest on a map and I enjoyed many walks in the pleasant climate (maximum 25degC in late October). Every morning I had an excellent breakfast in the garden - the young waiters really looked after me. The gardens at Hillock Villa are beautifully maintained and they also grow their own fruit and vegetables. Kalaw is a fascinating place with its alpine setting and British history."Show more
8.9
Excellent
120 reviews
Dream Mountain Resort
"Hotel staff were exceptional. They helped in every way they could (including helping me jump start my car at 7AM in the morning). The rooms are quite big and we could easily fit our family of four in there. The location is close to the town, but up a slight hill which affords the hotel brilliant views around Kalaw. The breakfast was also delicious - freshly cooked crepes and eggs. It's the second time I have stayed there and I will definitely stay there again."Show more
8.4
Excellent
21 reviews
The Hotel - Kalaw Hill Lodge
"My visit here was overshadowed by the tendency of the hotel to charge foreigners separate, considerably higher rates. There are several ways that they do this.
First, the room rates are higher for foreigners if you book through the hotel directly. The price jumps up by 20-30% for foreigners. Be careful. Do not book rooms directly through the hotel itself.
Second, they provide a shuttle service to different locations around the Kalaw area. However, if a foreigner is in the car, the shuttle service price magically increases by 30-40%.
I inquired to hotel staff as to why prices were drastically higher for foreigners. They struggled to provide any justification for the massively higher prices. Their reasons essentially boiled down to: "We feel more responsible for foreigners, so we need to charge more." It's a nonsense explanation.
Overall, the hotel is nice. The facilities are quite good. But be warned that if you are a non-Myanmar citizen you will be charged huge premiums simply for being a foreigner.
Overall, I wouldn't recommend foreigners visit this hotel unless they change their pricing scheme."Show more
8.6
Excellent
225 reviews
Dream Villa Hotel
"Stayed in a superior room which is on the third floor with views over pagodas. Stayed one night and then one again after a 3 day trek so we could leave our luggage which was no problem. Fairly basic but clean. Beds ok but pillows hard. Good breakfast which fills you up ready for your day of exploring. Their 'Dream' restaurant just a hop, skip and jump down the road does lunch & dinner. We just had a drink there but their menu was extensive and fairly priced in lovely surroundings. The hotel has a hand drawn map of Kalaw with things to go and see. We spent a day walking (miles!) seeing all the sights but very enjoyable. A lovely town to enjoy a sweet coffee or green tea, people watching. Would probably stay here again if we were to come back to Kalaw but I predict they're going to have some stiff competition up and coming. Wi-fi was slow - but this is a general problem in Kalaw, not the hotel's."Show more
7.8
Very good
324 reviews
Railroad Hotel
"We had a lovely stay at Railroad Hotel, the place is about 10 mins walk from the town centre on a quiet street. Staff was super nice and always happy to help. The wi-fi was by far the best we ever had during 2 weeks in Myanmar ( except of the occasional power cuts), the shower was hot and breakfast very good. Great budget place in Kalaw. "Show more
7.9
Very good
23 reviews
Pine Hill Resort
"This is a wonderful little idyll in Kalaw, located in a beautiful and quiet surrounding on a pine hill. The atmosphere is very peaceful, the staff very friendly and professional and the food is good. Highly recommended for your stay in Kalaw."Show more
7.5
Very good
5 reviews
Pine Land Oasis Hotel
"Very nice view hotel,all staffs are helpful and nice,no WiFi,breakfast is no good ,"
8.2
Excellent
171 reviews
Pine Breeze Hotel
"Its not going to be the cheapest accoms in Kalaw but its probably the best guest house I have stayed at (only one night) in Myanmar as the rooms are clean and in very good condition. There's also a pretty good breakfast available on the roof (nice view) + they took care of my onward van tickets to Inle Lake.
Note that the location is on a hill - maybe a 15-20 minutes walk from the train station. Don't bother trying to walk it with alot of heavy luggage or wheeled but w/o heavy luggage its an easy walk. You can walk to the market area where the buses or rather vans depart for Inle Lake + where there are some restos for tourists to eat at.
The Wi-Fi did not work when I arrived but then it worked later in the day - this is typical for Myanmar.
To be honest, there's not much to see in Kalaw and at the end of the dry season, the scenery is not exactly spectacular. For me, it was a good place to spend a night to break up a trip from Yangon to Inle Lake."Show more
8
Very good
288 reviews
Golden Kalaw Inn
"The Golden Kalaw Inn is cheap, breakfast is good but pretty standard from what I saw of hotels in Myanmar (toast, fruit, an egg, and tea/coffee), closed to where the bus drops you off and all of the trekking companies in the area, and the room and bed were spacious. The room was clean, but I took away one star for the facilities because this was actually the only place where I noticed a number of mosquitos in my room while in Myanmar (even during my trek, actually). It wasn't swarming, but, like I said, it was the only time I had this problem.
And while I gave it 5 stars for location, I should add that from what I could tell, there wasn't really anything happening in Kalaw, and the only reason I could see for tourists to stay there would be if you're going to do a trek from there to Inle Lake (which I'd highly recommend if you're visiting Myanmar and want to visit the lake).
On a final note, because I was leaving so early in the morning, the post office wasn't open so I left my postcards and money for stamps with the lady who I presume was the owner (I'd chatted with her a little when I first arrived, and she was really friendly and helpful, but I never got her name), and after I arrived at my hostel at Inle Lake, they showed me a message they'd received from Golden Kalaw Inn; a picture of my postcards and text saying they'd mailed them out. I must confess that I didn't examine the picture closely, as it was just on a cellphone screen, and just assumed it really showed my postcards, but that was back in June and all of my friends and family members have yet to receive their cards. I don't want to accuse anyone of being dishonest, and I don't entirely distrust the hotel myself because there is still a chance that there was just a problem with the post, but I've done the same thing in other countries like Vietnam and Thailand and everyone received their cards those times, so even though I'm sure the lady didn't just pocket my money, I guess I'll still recommend oth"Show more
8.7
Excellent
102 reviews
Genesis Motel
"Wow. This may be a 1 star hotel. But when it comes to service and cleanliness this is a 5 star hotel. Our host Cindy (who spoke amazing English due to a former job as a flight attendant) was helpful, smiling and welcoming from the second we came through the door. The place is new, and therefore very clean. And WHAT a bed! So soft it should come with a "good dreams guarantee". The breakfast was also very, very good. Can highly recommend her pancakes. She even made smoothies and there was fresh fruit. Right in front of the hotel is the well-reviewed "7 Sisters" restaurant and it was so good we ate all our meals there. Cindys mother is one of the sisters, so if the restaurant is full, no problem, they bring it to the hotel. Kalaw is small so it was a 5-6 minute walk to "downtown". We may not come back to Kalaw again, but if we did, we would stay here."Show more
7.6
Very good
82 reviews
Winner Hotel
"We arrived to Kalaw at 1.30 a.m. in the morning. The bus from Nyaung Oo stopped in front of our hotel, so we decided to check if there was someone at the front desk. One guy was sleeping in the hall and, after telling him that we had a reservation for the following day, he let us crash at the back of the hotel, where they had some mattresses.
Some hours later, one lady working at the front desk came and offered us some coffee and apologized for not being able to offer us a room, since they were fully booked and we had to wait until some customer had checked out.
At 10 a.m. she gave us the key of our room, even though the check-in time was at 12 a.m."Show more
7.9
Very good
6 reviews
Famous Hotel Kalaw
"Great view of Kalaw from the height. Near to bus terminal (we took night bus from Yangon and arrived at Kalaw at 3am, Famous hotel is 5mins walk from the drop off point near winner hotel)"Show more
8.8
Excellent
93 reviews
Morning Glory Inn
"Cottage-like rooms in an open field/garden on a hillside above the town, looking out over piney hills. The reception and dining area are in an older building, but the cottages seem relatively new. They have porches with chairs for sitting out. The room and bathroom are good sized. As usual, no shower stall, but a good supply of hot water at any hour. Small refrigerator, but no hotpot. No AC or fan, but not needed in March. Breakfast was good, but no buffet. Eggs on request. Staff was very helpful and competent, and laundry was quick and reasonable. A nice touch was that they picked us up from the bus station and also dropped us back when we left, at no charge. This is almost necessary, because the taxi situation in Kalaw is not good, and it is quite a good hike to get to the center of town from the cottages."Show more
7.8
Very good
228 reviews
Nature Land Hotel
"This place is absolutely AMAZING. One of the best overall experiences we have ever had in a hotel. First of all the staff are really wonderful. Our overnight bus from Bagan unexpectedly arrived very early at 2am (!!!) and the staff checked us in when we arrived. We were expecting to pay for an extra night but we were only asked to pay a small amount for an extra breakfast! They also gave us great advice about what to do around Kalaw and how to go about organizing a trek. The two owners speak very fluent English - unusual in Myanmar.
The rooms were also fantastic - fully self contained villas with a king bed and huge bathroom. The breakfast was wonderful and was served in the beautiful garden. The only small negative, although not their fault, was the Wifi. It was largely unusable due to problems with the connection to the town. When I asked about it, the owner straight away offered me the connection on his personal mobile to tether off to book my onward accommodation. He also gave us a lift in the early morning to the meeting place for our trek. Amazing stuff. We would highly recommend Nature Land as THE place to stay in Kalaw and would definitely stay there again if we ever go back."Show more
8.5
Excellent
17 reviews
Dormitory @ Golden Kalaw Hotel
"Stayed there only for one night, but after not sleeping in a 6 hours bus from bagan, getting to the beds that were amazing and clean was the best!
The staff was super nice and helpful, during my check in at 4 am in the morning, with my inquiries with the trekking tour and during breakfast.
Definitely would recommend to anybody!"Show more
6.7
Good
10 reviews
Hill Top Villa Mountain Resort
"I was so excited about coming to this hotel - chosen carefully and specifically due to the lovely pictures, especially of the wide wooden balcony for meals with sweeping views over the Kalaw hills. This doesn’t exist anymore and has been replaced by a new structure that is basic, narrow with no charm. The price is just not warranted here for the standard of the rooms, meals and hotel. Yes there is a view but the photos of deceptive,"Show more
8.5
Excellent
11 reviews
Royal Kalaw Hills Resort
"Comfortable and cosy within easy walking distance of the centre of Kalaw. The staff are fantastic, always willing to help and professionally managed by Nay. Thank you for a memorable stay. We will be back for sure next year."Show more
8
Very good
197 reviews
Nature Land Hotel II
"Very very friendly and caring staff you could ever imagine. He made sure our stay in Nature Land || was amazing and safe. We went there during rainy season and the staff advised us what are all the places we could visit safely during that time, explained about those places and even showed the pics of those places. With their guidance we were able to safely explore Kalaw. Above all, we just booked a rental bike through the hotel and the person who took care of the rental booking proactively made sure that there are 2 rain coats and proper helmets as its raining out there.
Coming to the hotel environment, very beautiful place to stay and enjoy with your love, family and friends. Don't miss the sunrise along with a coffee. They perfectly designed the place to enjoy your early morning along with a cup of coffee and warmth Sun Shine.
Amazing stay, friendly and caring staff, reasonable price. I recommend this place to you all and wish you all enjoy your visit to Kalaw."Show more
8.6
Excellent
23 reviews
Gloria Motel
"We arrived here at 4am using night bus.
But they allowed us to check-in with no fee with heart-warming smile.
It is little far from downtown but rather i like it because it is really quiet.
Breakfast is good and staffs are really kind and the room is so clean and really big.
I think u must stay here if u come Kalaw
I recommend
"Show more
9.3
Exceptional
24 reviews
Thitaw Lay House
"We had booked 3 nights at this B n B just last week, and were very comfortable in the "homestay style" accommodation.
Running hot water in the taps was appreciated as Kalaw is cool...
Breakfast was fabulous, with fresh homemade bread and again fresh homemade banana bread, plus home made jams, eggs of your choice, pancakes...avocado from the garden...
Marc also guided us re hikes and cycling routes...he ordered in dinner for us as well, when were too tired to eat out...
Stay here if you are looking for value for money, a good breakfast and warm hospitality."Show more
7.7
Very good
137 reviews
Richards Inn
"Cleanliness and coziness was something to highlight with this inn. The room was neat and lovely with comfortable beds. I booked the one with private restroom, which was very spacious. However the shared toilet also looked very clean and tidy so it's up to your choice. We took a night bus from Bagan and reached Kalaw by 2AM. Richard Inn was just a 5 minute walk from the station we were dropped off so it was very convenient. Richard was a lovely person and his staff was also very nice and helpful."Show more
9.3
Exceptional
19 reviews
Kalaw Vista Bed and Breakfast
"We had a wonderful time in Kalaw vista bed and breakfast. It's a eco-friendly b&b. The room was very lovely, with a nice decoration, very clean. The bed was super confortable.
You can choose your breakfast and it is very fresh.
And the owner is very lovely.
I totally recommend you to stay there in Kalaw"Show more
8.9
Excellent
29 reviews
Hostel Roma Inn
"The staff are amazingly friendly and go above and beyond in ensuring you have a perfect stay in Kalaw. The breakfast is good and there is free tea and coffee all day. Free WIFI, comfy bed and plenty of shower facilities makes this place is great value for money. Location is goof for the Kalaw trail run, but is a little far from the city. I will be staying again the run in 2019."Show more
7.4
Very good
54 reviews
Parami Motel
"A friend and I spent two nights and it was great, comfortable beds, quiet, shower was decent, breakfast too. Good option in Kalaw. "Show more
Golden Lily Guest House
"We read very bad things about this guesthouse but we decided to give it a try because it was the cheapest in Kalaw we could find and most of the bad comments were already from 2016 and oh boy, I guess a lot has changed since then! This was the nicest place we stayed in, in whole Myanmar. Definitely not when you are into clean, modern hostels with spotless bathrooms and big rooms but we stayed in a (very) small cozy room with wooden walls and a lot of light. The breakfast was amazing and we always had leftover for lunch, the staff was very friendly and helpfull with everything! The location is also perfect. The hot shower worked and the bathrooms were not very pleasant to the eye but always clean! Honestly, I could not say a bad thing about this guesthouse. We felt at home！"Show more
8.2
Excellent
19 reviews
Amara Mountain Resort
"We thought it would be fun to stay at an old British Hill Station and we were not disappointed. The place is lovely and felt as if we were being treated like British royalty! The GM seemed new and was still learning about the hotel and about Kalaw but this did not hinder our opinion of the place!"Show more
7.9
Very good
113 reviews
Green Haven Hotel
"I really enjoyed my two night stay at Green Haven Hotel. The rooms and bathrooms were exceptionally clean and the gardens were very well-maintained. I also had one of the best warm showers here in this hotel over my ten day trip to Myanmar - water pressure and temperature was perfect...and this was rarely the case anywhere else! I also found the staff knowledgeable, easy to communicate with, professional and helpful at all times - after returning in the evening from a day long trek, one staff member even came to my room to check that the hot water in my shower was alright. The kitchen also prepared delicious shan noodles for breakfast each morning (ask for this!) -- other more conventional options included samosas, crepes and toast.
Location-wise - the hotel is a 20-25 min walk from the town centre, where the bus station is. But I found this a pleasant walk and appreciated the opportunity to see a bit more of Kalaw besides the town centre. The hotel manager is also a very kind and obliging man to gave me a ride into town on his motorbike on two occasions. Bicycles can also be rented at the hotel for free. Otherwise, there is a little betel nut stand on the road where the locals wait for the bus and someone there will be happy to ferry you to the hotel for 1000 kyat (it's a 3 minute ride).
A note about the rooms: Mine was very cosy with windows that let in plenty of sunlight during the day and wonderful views of the garden. I personally loved this, and could draw the day curtains whenever I wanted some privacy, which was not a problem. However, the walls are thin, and at night, light and sound (from the patrolling staff or other returning guests) might be an issue for those who are not heavy sleepers.
Overall, I really enjoyed my stay at the Green Haven Hotel, found it great value for money and one of the best hotels I've stayed at in South East Asia. I would definitely stay here again!"Show more
6.8
Good
58 reviews
Honey Pine Hotel
"For anyone who is travelling right now in Myanmar you will know that hotels are very expensive for what you get and "clean" means something different from western hotels. Kalaw is tiny and there are a quite a few hotels but when I looked online they seemed to be booked up. The honey pine is a good choice. The rooms and bathroom are clean although of course still very basic and ( shower in wall, pipe drain, basin not draining) the staff were absolutely lovely and really helpful. I had met a woman on the bus who twisted her ankle and unfortunately ended up at the horrific golden lotus up the road. The staff at my hotel helped with finding her another room and with ice pack and transport. Honey pine organises trekking but then every single person in kalaw organises trekking. I actually went with an agency on the main road but not for any particular reason. The breakfast is pretty average - eggs, cold toast, juice. But that is standard for Myanmar and it is served in quite a pleasant breakfast room."Show more
6.8
Good
19 reviews
Seint Hotel
"The hotel is quite good for the price I paid, the wifi was working very well and the staff was very nice. One thing I'd mention though : I booked for 2 nights, knowing I will be arriving at the hotel early morning with my bus and wanting to be absolutely sure to have a room straight away, instead of having to wait until the previous person checks out. But when I arrived at the hotel, they had considered that my booking was canceled because I didn't show up the previous evening. After 15 minutes of confusion, they gave me another room for the first night and I had to check out and check in in the room I booked later in the afternoon. So, if you're traveling by overnight bus and planning to book a room for that same night, I'd advice you to send an email to the hotel to tell them not to give away your room as you'll arrive early morning."Show more
Cheapest hotels in Kalaw
8.9
Excellent
29 reviews
Hostel Roma Inn
"The staff are amazingly friendly and go above and beyond in ensuring you have a perfect stay in Kalaw. The breakfast is good and there is free tea and coffee all day. Free WIFI, comfy bed and plenty of shower facilities makes this place is great value for money. Location is goof for the Kalaw trail run, but is a little far from the city. I will be staying again the run in 2019."Show more
8.5
Excellent
17 reviews
Dormitory @ Golden Kalaw Hotel
"Stayed there only for one night, but after not sleeping in a 6 hours bus from bagan, getting to the beds that were amazing and clean was the best!
The staff was super nice and helpful, during my check in at 4 am in the morning, with my inquiries with the trekking tour and during breakfast.
Definitely would recommend to anybody!"Show more
7.8
Very good
324 reviews
Railroad Hotel
"We had a lovely stay at Railroad Hotel, the place is about 10 mins walk from the town centre on a quiet street. Staff was super nice and always happy to help. The wi-fi was by far the best we ever had during 2 weeks in Myanmar ( except of the occasional power cuts), the shower was hot and breakfast very good. Great budget place in Kalaw. "Show more
7.7
Very good
137 reviews
Richards Inn
"Cleanliness and coziness was something to highlight with this inn. The room was neat and lovely with comfortable beds. I booked the one with private restroom, which was very spacious. However the shared toilet also looked very clean and tidy so it's up to your choice. We took a night bus from Bagan and reached Kalaw by 2AM. Richard Inn was just a 5 minute walk from the station we were dropped off so it was very convenient. Richard was a lovely person and his staff was also very nice and helpful."Show more
7.4
Very good
54 reviews
Parami Motel
"A friend and I spent two nights and it was great, comfortable beds, quiet, shower was decent, breakfast too. Good option in Kalaw. "Show more
8
Very good
288 reviews
Golden Kalaw Inn
"The Golden Kalaw Inn is cheap, breakfast is good but pretty standard from what I saw of hotels in Myanmar (toast, fruit, an egg, and tea/coffee), closed to where the bus drops you off and all of the trekking companies in the area, and the room and bed were spacious. The room was clean, but I took away one star for the facilities because this was actually the only place where I noticed a number of mosquitos in my room while in Myanmar (even during my trek, actually). It wasn't swarming, but, like I said, it was the only time I had this problem.
And while I gave it 5 stars for location, I should add that from what I could tell, there wasn't really anything happening in Kalaw, and the only reason I could see for tourists to stay there would be if you're going to do a trek from there to Inle Lake (which I'd highly recommend if you're visiting Myanmar and want to visit the lake).
On a final note, because I was leaving so early in the morning, the post office wasn't open so I left my postcards and money for stamps with the lady who I presume was the owner (I'd chatted with her a little when I first arrived, and she was really friendly and helpful, but I never got her name), and after I arrived at my hostel at Inle Lake, they showed me a message they'd received from Golden Kalaw Inn; a picture of my postcards and text saying they'd mailed them out. I must confess that I didn't examine the picture closely, as it was just on a cellphone screen, and just assumed it really showed my postcards, but that was back in June and all of my friends and family members have yet to receive their cards. I don't want to accuse anyone of being dishonest, and I don't entirely distrust the hotel myself because there is still a chance that there was just a problem with the post, but I've done the same thing in other countries like Vietnam and Thailand and everyone received their cards those times, so even though I'm sure the lady didn't just pocket my money, I guess I'll still recommend oth"Show more
7.5
Very good
42 reviews
Mingalar Kalaw Motel
"I had only one night before my trekking trip, but the impression couldn't be better. It was the best hostel / motel I ever stayed in my trip of 12days in Myanmar. Their single room is perfect, decorated by (pine) wood, warm floor, bathroom is equipped with hot water. They have a big yard where guest have their breakfast, and breakfast was so nice! But what made my trip is the hospitality of the staff. Though their English was limited but when they knew about my problem (running out of cash, because I reached the town too late and bank had already closed so I can't make an exchange), they helped me by going out buying a local big dinner for me which costed me only 1,000 kyatts. I was really moved by such people. The placed is brand new, just being built recently and operated for two months but the hospitality of the staff was beyond expected. Just choose it for your stay in Kalaw, your trekking couldn't be better!"Show more
Golden Lily Guest House
"We read very bad things about this guesthouse but we decided to give it a try because it was the cheapest in Kalaw we could find and most of the bad comments were already from 2016 and oh boy, I guess a lot has changed since then! This was the nicest place we stayed in, in whole Myanmar. Definitely not when you are into clean, modern hostels with spotless bathrooms and big rooms but we stayed in a (very) small cozy room with wooden walls and a lot of light. The breakfast was amazing and we always had leftover for lunch, the staff was very friendly and helpfull with everything! The location is also perfect. The hot shower worked and the bathrooms were not very pleasant to the eye but always clean! Honestly, I could not say a bad thing about this guesthouse. We felt at home！"Show more
6.8
Good
80 reviews
Unique Bed and Breakfast
"Nice break before a trek, relaxing place a bit far from the center but very quiet. They lend you bikes for free which is very convenient.
Our host Louis made our one night stay special with his kindness, information and cooking.. best in Myanmar so far! "Show more
7.8
Very good
228 reviews
Nature Land Hotel
"This place is absolutely AMAZING. One of the best overall experiences we have ever had in a hotel. First of all the staff are really wonderful. Our overnight bus from Bagan unexpectedly arrived very early at 2am (!!!) and the staff checked us in when we arrived. We were expecting to pay for an extra night but we were only asked to pay a small amount for an extra breakfast! They also gave us great advice about what to do around Kalaw and how to go about organizing a trek. The two owners speak very fluent English - unusual in Myanmar.
The rooms were also fantastic - fully self contained villas with a king bed and huge bathroom. The breakfast was wonderful and was served in the beautiful garden. The only small negative, although not their fault, was the Wifi. It was largely unusable due to problems with the connection to the town. When I asked about it, the owner straight away offered me the connection on his personal mobile to tether off to book my onward accommodation. He also gave us a lift in the early morning to the meeting place for our trek. Amazing stuff. We would highly recommend Nature Land as THE place to stay in Kalaw and would definitely stay there again if we ever go back."Show more
8.6
Excellent
23 reviews
Gloria Motel
"We arrived here at 4am using night bus.
But they allowed us to check-in with no fee with heart-warming smile.
It is little far from downtown but rather i like it because it is really quiet.
Breakfast is good and staffs are really kind and the room is so clean and really big.
I think u must stay here if u come Kalaw
I recommend
"Show more
8.7
Excellent
102 reviews
Genesis Motel
"Wow. This may be a 1 star hotel. But when it comes to service and cleanliness this is a 5 star hotel. Our host Cindy (who spoke amazing English due to a former job as a flight attendant) was helpful, smiling and welcoming from the second we came through the door. The place is new, and therefore very clean. And WHAT a bed! So soft it should come with a "good dreams guarantee". The breakfast was also very, very good. Can highly recommend her pancakes. She even made smoothies and there was fresh fruit. Right in front of the hotel is the well-reviewed "7 Sisters" restaurant and it was so good we ate all our meals there. Cindys mother is one of the sisters, so if the restaurant is full, no problem, they bring it to the hotel. Kalaw is small so it was a 5-6 minute walk to "downtown". We may not come back to Kalaw again, but if we did, we would stay here."Show more
7.9
Very good
113 reviews
Green Haven Hotel
"I really enjoyed my two night stay at Green Haven Hotel. The rooms and bathrooms were exceptionally clean and the gardens were very well-maintained. I also had one of the best warm showers here in this hotel over my ten day trip to Myanmar - water pressure and temperature was perfect...and this was rarely the case anywhere else! I also found the staff knowledgeable, easy to communicate with, professional and helpful at all times - after returning in the evening from a day long trek, one staff member even came to my room to check that the hot water in my shower was alright. The kitchen also prepared delicious shan noodles for breakfast each morning (ask for this!) -- other more conventional options included samosas, crepes and toast.
Location-wise - the hotel is a 20-25 min walk from the town centre, where the bus station is. But I found this a pleasant walk and appreciated the opportunity to see a bit more of Kalaw besides the town centre. The hotel manager is also a very kind and obliging man to gave me a ride into town on his motorbike on two occasions. Bicycles can also be rented at the hotel for free. Otherwise, there is a little betel nut stand on the road where the locals wait for the bus and someone there will be happy to ferry you to the hotel for 1000 kyat (it's a 3 minute ride).
A note about the rooms: Mine was very cosy with windows that let in plenty of sunlight during the day and wonderful views of the garden. I personally loved this, and could draw the day curtains whenever I wanted some privacy, which was not a problem. However, the walls are thin, and at night, light and sound (from the patrolling staff or other returning guests) might be an issue for those who are not heavy sleepers.
Overall, I really enjoyed my stay at the Green Haven Hotel, found it great value for money and one of the best hotels I've stayed at in South East Asia. I would definitely stay here again!"Show more
9.3
Exceptional
19 reviews
Kalaw Vista Bed and Breakfast
"We had a wonderful time in Kalaw vista bed and breakfast. It's a eco-friendly b&b. The room was very lovely, with a nice decoration, very clean. The bed was super confortable.
You can choose your breakfast and it is very fresh.
And the owner is very lovely.
I totally recommend you to stay there in Kalaw"Show more
6.6
Good
7 reviews
Hotel Ramonar
"Would definitely come back there ! Staff were great, rooms were clean, very peaceful. Great night to stay before trekking ! Very good value for money."Show more
6.9
Good
6 reviews
Golden Wing Motel
"We booked here for one night before our hike to Inle Lake.
The location is only a 10 min walk from town and very convenient. The hotel itself is fairly new and the rooms are basic but nice enough. The balcony is an added bonus.
However there was no breakfast and no wifi provided as advertised! We even confirmed the night before that we would be at breakfast right on 7am when it begins. At 7am there was no staff at the hotel and no breakfast provided! We ended up just leaving our key at reception and rushing to find breakfast somewhere else before our trek departed."Show more
8.2
Excellent
171 reviews
Pine Breeze Hotel
"Its not going to be the cheapest accoms in Kalaw but its probably the best guest house I have stayed at (only one night) in Myanmar as the rooms are clean and in very good condition. There's also a pretty good breakfast available on the roof (nice view) + they took care of my onward van tickets to Inle Lake.
Note that the location is on a hill - maybe a 15-20 minutes walk from the train station. Don't bother trying to walk it with alot of heavy luggage or wheeled but w/o heavy luggage its an easy walk. You can walk to the market area where the buses or rather vans depart for Inle Lake + where there are some restos for tourists to eat at.
The Wi-Fi did not work when I arrived but then it worked later in the day - this is typical for Myanmar.
To be honest, there's not much to see in Kalaw and at the end of the dry season, the scenery is not exactly spectacular. For me, it was a good place to spend a night to break up a trip from Yangon to Inle Lake."Show more
9.3
Exceptional
24 reviews
Thitaw Lay House
"We had booked 3 nights at this B n B just last week, and were very comfortable in the "homestay style" accommodation.
Running hot water in the taps was appreciated as Kalaw is cool...
Breakfast was fabulous, with fresh homemade bread and again fresh homemade banana bread, plus home made jams, eggs of your choice, pancakes...avocado from the garden...
Marc also guided us re hikes and cycling routes...he ordered in dinner for us as well, when were too tired to eat out...
Stay here if you are looking for value for money, a good breakfast and warm hospitality."Show more
6.8
Good
58 reviews
Honey Pine Hotel
"For anyone who is travelling right now in Myanmar you will know that hotels are very expensive for what you get and "clean" means something different from western hotels. Kalaw is tiny and there are a quite a few hotels but when I looked online they seemed to be booked up. The honey pine is a good choice. The rooms and bathroom are clean although of course still very basic and ( shower in wall, pipe drain, basin not draining) the staff were absolutely lovely and really helpful. I had met a woman on the bus who twisted her ankle and unfortunately ended up at the horrific golden lotus up the road. The staff at my hotel helped with finding her another room and with ice pack and transport. Honey pine organises trekking but then every single person in kalaw organises trekking. I actually went with an agency on the main road but not for any particular reason. The breakfast is pretty average - eggs, cold toast, juice. But that is standard for Myanmar and it is served in quite a pleasant breakfast room."Show more
6.7
Good
12 reviews
Junction Rose Hotel
"We were only passing through Kalaw, we needed to spend the night to begin our 3 day trek to Inle Lake. When we walked into the hotel we were overwhelmed. We thought we'd hit the jackpot, the reception area was quite nicely decorated with a nice lounge area. That being said, it was quite far from the train station, and we couldn't access the internet (of course that was to be expected in Myanmar so not really an issue). When we settled down for bed, we realized there was no heating system (a problem in chilly winter months) but they had supplied a thick blanket on the bed. There was no hot water. Also a problem when you get up for an early morning shower after sleeping in room with no heat. The free breakfast was fine, a curry and an apple, although they did ask if we wanted more to eat once we'd finished eating.
It was an okay experience, one I wouldn't want to have again in the cold weather. If it had been warmer I might sing a different tune. Going again that time of year, I would definitely think about finding a place 1) closer to the train station in town 2) somewhere with heat and hot water."Show more
8
Very good
197 reviews
Nature Land Hotel II
"Very very friendly and caring staff you could ever imagine. He made sure our stay in Nature Land || was amazing and safe. We went there during rainy season and the staff advised us what are all the places we could visit safely during that time, explained about those places and even showed the pics of those places. With their guidance we were able to safely explore Kalaw. Above all, we just booked a rental bike through the hotel and the person who took care of the rental booking proactively made sure that there are 2 rain coats and proper helmets as its raining out there.
Coming to the hotel environment, very beautiful place to stay and enjoy with your love, family and friends. Don't miss the sunrise along with a coffee. They perfectly designed the place to enjoy your early morning along with a cup of coffee and warmth Sun Shine.
Amazing stay, friendly and caring staff, reasonable price. I recommend this place to you all and wish you all enjoy your visit to Kalaw."Show more
7.6
Very good
82 reviews
Winner Hotel
"We arrived to Kalaw at 1.30 a.m. in the morning. The bus from Nyaung Oo stopped in front of our hotel, so we decided to check if there was someone at the front desk. One guy was sleeping in the hall and, after telling him that we had a reservation for the following day, he let us crash at the back of the hotel, where they had some mattresses.
Some hours later, one lady working at the front desk came and offered us some coffee and apologized for not being able to offer us a room, since they were fully booked and we had to wait until some customer had checked out.
At 10 a.m. she gave us the key of our room, even though the check-in time was at 12 a.m."Show more
8.8
Excellent
93 reviews
Morning Glory Inn
"Cottage-like rooms in an open field/garden on a hillside above the town, looking out over piney hills. The reception and dining area are in an older building, but the cottages seem relatively new. They have porches with chairs for sitting out. The room and bathroom are good sized. As usual, no shower stall, but a good supply of hot water at any hour. Small refrigerator, but no hotpot. No AC or fan, but not needed in March. Breakfast was good, but no buffet. Eggs on request. Staff was very helpful and competent, and laundry was quick and reasonable. A nice touch was that they picked us up from the bus station and also dropped us back when we left, at no charge. This is almost necessary, because the taxi situation in Kalaw is not good, and it is quite a good hike to get to the center of town from the cottages."Show more
6.8
Good
19 reviews
Seint Hotel
"The hotel is quite good for the price I paid, the wifi was working very well and the staff was very nice. One thing I'd mention though : I booked for 2 nights, knowing I will be arriving at the hotel early morning with my bus and wanting to be absolutely sure to have a room straight away, instead of having to wait until the previous person checks out. But when I arrived at the hotel, they had considered that my booking was canceled because I didn't show up the previous evening. After 15 minutes of confusion, they gave me another room for the first night and I had to check out and check in in the room I booked later in the afternoon. So, if you're traveling by overnight bus and planning to book a room for that same night, I'd advice you to send an email to the hotel to tell them not to give away your room as you'll arrive early morning."Show more
7.3
Very good
7 reviews
Mount Royal Motel Kalaw
"Cozy mountain-chalet atmosphere, clean, located on the main road in Kalaw. Traditional breakfast (included) tastes amazing! Highly recommended!"Show more
6.2
Good
20 reviews
Essence Motel
"Our room was comfortable and bathroom was OK. We were staying in Kalaw for just one night before heading off on a trek to Lake Inle so for a brief ty the Essence Motel was fine. Breakfast was included as was basic but perfectly good.
Staff were very friendly an also really helpful as they made a couple of phone calls for us.
Only real negative was that the room smelt musty."Show more
7.6
Very good
6 reviews
Kalaw Princess Hotel
"This fairly new hotel is a fifteen minute walk from town which makes it quiet and gives one an opportunity to see more of the surroundings. The staff was extremely curteous and helpful. Breakfast was included and better than most and the other selections on the evening menu were tastefully prepared. "Show more
8.6
Excellent
225 reviews
Dream Villa Hotel
"Stayed in a superior room which is on the third floor with views over pagodas. Stayed one night and then one again after a 3 day trek so we could leave our luggage which was no problem. Fairly basic but clean. Beds ok but pillows hard. Good breakfast which fills you up ready for your day of exploring. Their 'Dream' restaurant just a hop, skip and jump down the road does lunch & dinner. We just had a drink there but their menu was extensive and fairly priced in lovely surroundings. The hotel has a hand drawn map of Kalaw with things to go and see. We spent a day walking (miles!) seeing all the sights but very enjoyable. A lovely town to enjoy a sweet coffee or green tea, people watching. Would probably stay here again if we were to come back to Kalaw but I predict they're going to have some stiff competition up and coming. Wi-fi was slow - but this is a general problem in Kalaw, not the hotel's."Show more
9.2
Exceptional
195 reviews
Hillock Villa
"I loved everything about this hotel. I was a senior travelling on my own, so based on its excellent reviews and appealing photos, I booked for a long stay of 11 nights. I intended to use the hotel as a base for day trips rather than having the inconvenience of constantly moving to other places. I wasn't disappointed - the staff were extremely helpful in booking me into interesting activities in the vicinity of Kalaw, plus arranging transport. I wanted to explore the local area on foot - the manager spoke excellent English and assured me that I could walk safely anywhere in the town. She pointed out places of interest on a map and I enjoyed many walks in the pleasant climate (maximum 25degC in late October). Every morning I had an excellent breakfast in the garden - the young waiters really looked after me. The gardens at Hillock Villa are beautifully maintained and they also grow their own fruit and vegetables. Kalaw is a fascinating place with its alpine setting and British history."Show more
8.5
Excellent
243 reviews
Kalaw Heritage Hotel since 1903
"A wonderful and atmospheric place to stay. The Kalaw hotel first opened in 1903. It has now been restored for the most part sensitively to give modern comforts without sacrificing the charm. The rooms are simply but tastefully redone, and the hotel makes good use of some of the original furniture. The bathrooms are elegantly refreshed, with showers rather than baths. The hotel reopened recently, in December 2015, so a few things, such as the restaurant,are not quite up to speed. The young staff are hugely friendly and helpful. The hotel is in the valley in a quiet part of town about a ten minute walk to the centre. There are three buildings : the oldest is Acorn, the main building which looks to be from the 1920s is Pine, the modern annex Tudor built I think in the 70s is much less charming."Show more
4-star hotels in Kalaw
8.4
Excellent
21 reviews
The Hotel - Kalaw Hill Lodge
"My visit here was overshadowed by the tendency of the hotel to charge foreigners separate, considerably higher rates. There are several ways that they do this.
First, the room rates are higher for foreigners if you book through the hotel directly. The price jumps up by 20-30% for foreigners. Be careful. Do not book rooms directly through the hotel itself.
Second, they provide a shuttle service to different locations around the Kalaw area. However, if a foreigner is in the car, the shuttle service price magically increases by 30-40%.
I inquired to hotel staff as to why prices were drastically higher for foreigners. They struggled to provide any justification for the massively higher prices. Their reasons essentially boiled down to: "We feel more responsible for foreigners, so we need to charge more." It's a nonsense explanation.
Overall, the hotel is nice. The facilities are quite good. But be warned that if you are a non-Myanmar citizen you will be charged huge premiums simply for being a foreigner.
Overall, I wouldn't recommend foreigners visit this hotel unless they change their pricing scheme."Show more
8.5
Excellent
11 reviews
Royal Kalaw Hills Resort
"Comfortable and cosy within easy walking distance of the centre of Kalaw. The staff are fantastic, always willing to help and professionally managed by Nay. Thank you for a memorable stay. We will be back for sure next year."Show more
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8
Very good
288 reviews
Golden Kalaw Inn
"The Golden Kalaw Inn is cheap, breakfast is good but pretty standard from what I saw of hotels in Myanmar (toast, fruit, an egg, and tea/coffee), closed to where the bus drops you off and all of the trekking companies in the area, and the room and bed were spacious. The room was clean, but I took away one star for the facilities because this was actually the only place where I noticed a number of mosquitos in my room while in Myanmar (even during my trek, actually). It wasn't swarming, but, like I said, it was the only time I had this problem.
And while I gave it 5 stars for location, I should add that from what I could tell, there wasn't really anything happening in Kalaw, and the only reason I could see for tourists to stay there would be if you're going to do a trek from there to Inle Lake (which I'd highly recommend if you're visiting Myanmar and want to visit the lake).
On a final note, because I was leaving so early in the morning, the post office wasn't open so I left my postcards and money for stamps with the lady who I presume was the owner (I'd chatted with her a little when I first arrived, and she was really friendly and helpful, but I never got her name), and after I arrived at my hostel at Inle Lake, they showed me a message they'd received from Golden Kalaw Inn; a picture of my postcards and text saying they'd mailed them out. I must confess that I didn't examine the picture closely, as it was just on a cellphone screen, and just assumed it really showed my postcards, but that was back in June and all of my friends and family members have yet to receive their cards. I don't want to accuse anyone of being dishonest, and I don't entirely distrust the hotel myself because there is still a chance that there was just a problem with the post, but I've done the same thing in other countries like Vietnam and Thailand and everyone received their cards those times, so even though I'm sure the lady didn't just pocket my money, I guess I'll still recommend oth"Show more
8.5
Excellent
243 reviews
Kalaw Heritage Hotel since 1903
"A wonderful and atmospheric place to stay. The Kalaw hotel first opened in 1903. It has now been restored for the most part sensitively to give modern comforts without sacrificing the charm. The rooms are simply but tastefully redone, and the hotel makes good use of some of the original furniture. The bathrooms are elegantly refreshed, with showers rather than baths. The hotel reopened recently, in December 2015, so a few things, such as the restaurant,are not quite up to speed. The young staff are hugely friendly and helpful. The hotel is in the valley in a quiet part of town about a ten minute walk to the centre. There are three buildings : the oldest is Acorn, the main building which looks to be from the 1920s is Pine, the modern annex Tudor built I think in the 70s is much less charming."Show more
8.4
Excellent
18 reviews
The Lodge Kalaw Hostel
"Great hostel with a lot of places where you can chill/relax. Really friendly staff, they were really helpful and when we arrived in the middle of the night we could already use our room that we only booked for the following night. Clean rooms, good food and cute dog :) a bit outside of the town so at night you would need a taxi to go to dinner but during the day you can use a bike from the hostel to explore Kalaw. Only sad that the hostel is still somewhat undiscovered so only a few other travelers there during our stay. Would definitely recommend to try the coffee at Cafe Kalaw next door as it is grown in the region and home roasted (+ nice atmosphere)"Show more
9.2
Exceptional
195 reviews
Hillock Villa
"I loved everything about this hotel. I was a senior travelling on my own, so based on its excellent reviews and appealing photos, I booked for a long stay of 11 nights. I intended to use the hotel as a base for day trips rather than having the inconvenience of constantly moving to other places. I wasn't disappointed - the staff were extremely helpful in booking me into interesting activities in the vicinity of Kalaw, plus arranging transport. I wanted to explore the local area on foot - the manager spoke excellent English and assured me that I could walk safely anywhere in the town. She pointed out places of interest on a map and I enjoyed many walks in the pleasant climate (maximum 25degC in late October). Every morning I had an excellent breakfast in the garden - the young waiters really looked after me. The gardens at Hillock Villa are beautifully maintained and they also grow their own fruit and vegetables. Kalaw is a fascinating place with its alpine setting and British history."Show more
6.8
Good
80 reviews
Unique Bed and Breakfast
"Nice break before a trek, relaxing place a bit far from the center but very quiet. They lend you bikes for free which is very convenient.
Our host Louis made our one night stay special with his kindness, information and cooking.. best in Myanmar so far! "Show more
7.4
Very good
54 reviews
Parami Motel
"A friend and I spent two nights and it was great, comfortable beds, quiet, shower was decent, breakfast too. Good option in Kalaw. "Show more
7.8
Very good
324 reviews
Railroad Hotel
"We had a lovely stay at Railroad Hotel, the place is about 10 mins walk from the town centre on a quiet street. Staff was super nice and always happy to help. The wi-fi was by far the best we ever had during 2 weeks in Myanmar ( except of the occasional power cuts), the shower was hot and breakfast very good. Great budget place in Kalaw. "Show more
8.7
Excellent
28 reviews
Hotel Mya Yar Pin
"Lovely hotel, clean, new and with all the home comforts. Excellent breakfast too. Staff were very friendly and always willing to help. We arrived at 5am from an overnight bus and were immediately checked in and looked after which was wonderful service. The only slight negative is that it is a little way out of town and therefore not many restaurants nearby. But the views are lovely and there is much to be said for being in a rural spot away from it all! We really enjoyed our stay here and it was more luxurious than most others we've stayed in within this budget."Show more
8.6
Excellent
225 reviews
Dream Villa Hotel
"Stayed in a superior room which is on the third floor with views over pagodas. Stayed one night and then one again after a 3 day trek so we could leave our luggage which was no problem. Fairly basic but clean. Beds ok but pillows hard. Good breakfast which fills you up ready for your day of exploring. Their 'Dream' restaurant just a hop, skip and jump down the road does lunch & dinner. We just had a drink there but their menu was extensive and fairly priced in lovely surroundings. The hotel has a hand drawn map of Kalaw with things to go and see. We spent a day walking (miles!) seeing all the sights but very enjoyable. A lovely town to enjoy a sweet coffee or green tea, people watching. Would probably stay here again if we were to come back to Kalaw but I predict they're going to have some stiff competition up and coming. Wi-fi was slow - but this is a general problem in Kalaw, not the hotel's."Show more
8.9
Excellent
120 reviews
Dream Mountain Resort
"Hotel staff were exceptional. They helped in every way they could (including helping me jump start my car at 7AM in the morning). The rooms are quite big and we could easily fit our family of four in there. The location is close to the town, but up a slight hill which affords the hotel brilliant views around Kalaw. The breakfast was also delicious - freshly cooked crepes and eggs. It's the second time I have stayed there and I will definitely stay there again."Show more
8.8
Excellent
93 reviews
Morning Glory Inn
"Cottage-like rooms in an open field/garden on a hillside above the town, looking out over piney hills. The reception and dining area are in an older building, but the cottages seem relatively new. They have porches with chairs for sitting out. The room and bathroom are good sized. As usual, no shower stall, but a good supply of hot water at any hour. Small refrigerator, but no hotpot. No AC or fan, but not needed in March. Breakfast was good, but no buffet. Eggs on request. Staff was very helpful and competent, and laundry was quick and reasonable. A nice touch was that they picked us up from the bus station and also dropped us back when we left, at no charge. This is almost necessary, because the taxi situation in Kalaw is not good, and it is quite a good hike to get to the center of town from the cottages."Show more
8.2
Excellent
171 reviews
Pine Breeze Hotel
"Its not going to be the cheapest accoms in Kalaw but its probably the best guest house I have stayed at (only one night) in Myanmar as the rooms are clean and in very good condition. There's also a pretty good breakfast available on the roof (nice view) + they took care of my onward van tickets to Inle Lake.
Note that the location is on a hill - maybe a 15-20 minutes walk from the train station. Don't bother trying to walk it with alot of heavy luggage or wheeled but w/o heavy luggage its an easy walk. You can walk to the market area where the buses or rather vans depart for Inle Lake + where there are some restos for tourists to eat at.
The Wi-Fi did not work when I arrived but then it worked later in the day - this is typical for Myanmar.
To be honest, there's not much to see in Kalaw and at the end of the dry season, the scenery is not exactly spectacular. For me, it was a good place to spend a night to break up a trip from Yangon to Inle Lake."Show more
7.6
Very good
82 reviews
Winner Hotel
"We arrived to Kalaw at 1.30 a.m. in the morning. The bus from Nyaung Oo stopped in front of our hotel, so we decided to check if there was someone at the front desk. One guy was sleeping in the hall and, after telling him that we had a reservation for the following day, he let us crash at the back of the hotel, where they had some mattresses.
Some hours later, one lady working at the front desk came and offered us some coffee and apologized for not being able to offer us a room, since they were fully booked and we had to wait until some customer had checked out.
At 10 a.m. she gave us the key of our room, even though the check-in time was at 12 a.m."Show more
8.4
Excellent
21 reviews
The Hotel - Kalaw Hill Lodge
"My visit here was overshadowed by the tendency of the hotel to charge foreigners separate, considerably higher rates. There are several ways that they do this.
First, the room rates are higher for foreigners if you book through the hotel directly. The price jumps up by 20-30% for foreigners. Be careful. Do not book rooms directly through the hotel itself.
Second, they provide a shuttle service to different locations around the Kalaw area. However, if a foreigner is in the car, the shuttle service price magically increases by 30-40%.
I inquired to hotel staff as to why prices were drastically higher for foreigners. They struggled to provide any justification for the massively higher prices. Their reasons essentially boiled down to: "We feel more responsible for foreigners, so we need to charge more." It's a nonsense explanation.
Overall, the hotel is nice. The facilities are quite good. But be warned that if you are a non-Myanmar citizen you will be charged huge premiums simply for being a foreigner.
Overall, I wouldn't recommend foreigners visit this hotel unless they change their pricing scheme."Show more
7.9
Very good
113 reviews
Green Haven Hotel
"I really enjoyed my two night stay at Green Haven Hotel. The rooms and bathrooms were exceptionally clean and the gardens were very well-maintained. I also had one of the best warm showers here in this hotel over my ten day trip to Myanmar - water pressure and temperature was perfect...and this was rarely the case anywhere else! I also found the staff knowledgeable, easy to communicate with, professional and helpful at all times - after returning in the evening from a day long trek, one staff member even came to my room to check that the hot water in my shower was alright. The kitchen also prepared delicious shan noodles for breakfast each morning (ask for this!) -- other more conventional options included samosas, crepes and toast.
Location-wise - the hotel is a 20-25 min walk from the town centre, where the bus station is. But I found this a pleasant walk and appreciated the opportunity to see a bit more of Kalaw besides the town centre. The hotel manager is also a very kind and obliging man to gave me a ride into town on his motorbike on two occasions. Bicycles can also be rented at the hotel for free. Otherwise, there is a little betel nut stand on the road where the locals wait for the bus and someone there will be happy to ferry you to the hotel for 1000 kyat (it's a 3 minute ride).
A note about the rooms: Mine was very cosy with windows that let in plenty of sunlight during the day and wonderful views of the garden. I personally loved this, and could draw the day curtains whenever I wanted some privacy, which was not a problem. However, the walls are thin, and at night, light and sound (from the patrolling staff or other returning guests) might be an issue for those who are not heavy sleepers.
Overall, I really enjoyed my stay at the Green Haven Hotel, found it great value for money and one of the best hotels I've stayed at in South East Asia. I would definitely stay here again!"Show more
8.7
Excellent
102 reviews
Genesis Motel
"Wow. This may be a 1 star hotel. But when it comes to service and cleanliness this is a 5 star hotel. Our host Cindy (who spoke amazing English due to a former job as a flight attendant) was helpful, smiling and welcoming from the second we came through the door. The place is new, and therefore very clean. And WHAT a bed! So soft it should come with a "good dreams guarantee". The breakfast was also very, very good. Can highly recommend her pancakes. She even made smoothies and there was fresh fruit. Right in front of the hotel is the well-reviewed "7 Sisters" restaurant and it was so good we ate all our meals there. Cindys mother is one of the sisters, so if the restaurant is full, no problem, they bring it to the hotel. Kalaw is small so it was a 5-6 minute walk to "downtown". We may not come back to Kalaw again, but if we did, we would stay here."Show more
7.9
Very good
23 reviews
Pine Hill Resort
"This is a wonderful little idyll in Kalaw, located in a beautiful and quiet surrounding on a pine hill. The atmosphere is very peaceful, the staff very friendly and professional and the food is good. Highly recommended for your stay in Kalaw."Show more
8.5
Excellent
11 reviews
Royal Kalaw Hills Resort
"Comfortable and cosy within easy walking distance of the centre of Kalaw. The staff are fantastic, always willing to help and professionally managed by Nay. Thank you for a memorable stay. We will be back for sure next year."Show more
7.6
Very good
6 reviews
Kalaw Princess Hotel
"This fairly new hotel is a fifteen minute walk from town which makes it quiet and gives one an opportunity to see more of the surroundings. The staff was extremely curteous and helpful. Breakfast was included and better than most and the other selections on the evening menu were tastefully prepared. "Show more
7.5
Very good
6 reviews
The Serenity Kalaw Hotel
"I came here for the Kalaw Trail Half-Marathon and wanted to stay close to the race hotel (Kalaw Heritage Hotel) and the Serenity Hotel is 100m away.
Pros:
* Impossibly friendly and accommodating staff who went out of their way to help. Never seen anything like that. Amazing.
* Close to Kalaw Heritage Hotel.
* Located right in front of the very good Happy Garden Restaurant.
Cons:
* Rooms are basic.
* Hotels in that area are more secluded from the downtown area (15min walk) but it's probably why people want to be in that part of town."Show more
7.5
Very good
42 reviews
Mingalar Kalaw Motel
"I had only one night before my trekking trip, but the impression couldn't be better. It was the best hostel / motel I ever stayed in my trip of 12days in Myanmar. Their single room is perfect, decorated by (pine) wood, warm floor, bathroom is equipped with hot water. They have a big yard where guest have their breakfast, and breakfast was so nice! But what made my trip is the hospitality of the staff. Though their English was limited but when they knew about my problem (running out of cash, because I reached the town too late and bank had already closed so I can't make an exchange), they helped me by going out buying a local big dinner for me which costed me only 1,000 kyatts. I was really moved by such people. The placed is brand new, just being built recently and operated for two months but the hospitality of the staff was beyond expected. Just choose it for your stay in Kalaw, your trekking couldn't be better!"Show more
6.2
Good
20 reviews
Essence Motel
"Our room was comfortable and bathroom was OK. We were staying in Kalaw for just one night before heading off on a trek to Lake Inle so for a brief ty the Essence Motel was fine. Breakfast was included as was basic but perfectly good.
Staff were very friendly an also really helpful as they made a couple of phone calls for us.
Only real negative was that the room smelt musty."Show more
7.9
Very good
6 reviews
Famous Hotel Kalaw
"Great view of Kalaw from the height. Near to bus terminal (we took night bus from Yangon and arrived at Kalaw at 3am, Famous hotel is 5mins walk from the drop off point near winner hotel)"Show more
8.1
Excellent
19 reviews
360 Kalaw Hotel
"New hotel opened October 2016, with interesting modern architectur. Great location (360 view) on upper part of Kalaw. Good starting point for the pagoda, the dense forest area and the view points. Nice staff, good breakfast, very tasty dinner. Bicycles free available, but should be renovated or renewd. I enjoyed the stay, with cycling, hiking, but also for relaxing hours on the room terrace."Show more
6.6
Good
7 reviews
Hotel Ramonar
"Would definitely come back there ! Staff were great, rooms were clean, very peaceful. Great night to stay before trekking ! Very good value for money."Show more
8.9
Excellent
29 reviews
Hostel Roma Inn
"The staff are amazingly friendly and go above and beyond in ensuring you have a perfect stay in Kalaw. The breakfast is good and there is free tea and coffee all day. Free WIFI, comfy bed and plenty of shower facilities makes this place is great value for money. Location is goof for the Kalaw trail run, but is a little far from the city. I will be staying again the run in 2019."Show more
7.5
Very good
5 reviews
Pine Land Oasis Hotel
"Very nice view hotel,all staffs are helpful and nice,no WiFi,breakfast is no good ,"
More about Kalaw
A favorite destination for hiking and trekking enthusiasts, this small hill town is located in Myanmar’s Shan division. Most commonly, travelers arrive via bus from the neighboring bigger towns, but there’s also a train service for those with enough time to enjoy the very slow yet picturesque journey. Once in the village, one can get around either on foot or by renting a bicycle from a local shop.
The biggest attractions in this part of the world are the tiny villages and immense forests and jungles that surround them. Experienced hikers and campers often head to the Kalaw Reserved Forest for a few days of wildlife exploration while facing the elements. Most of the hotels and guesthouses in Kalaw can help their guests plan the appropriate tour that works for them, including recommendations for a knowledgeable and reputable tour guide.
Trekking is of course the main activity here, and a trip to Myin Ma Hti Cave is a must-see for all visitors. This is where Kalaw’s caves and temples can be found, offering ample opportunity for cave exploration and restful visits to the local monastery and temples. Kalaw offers travelers a chance to step into another world, away from the skyscrapers and noise of the big cities, while replacing them with hills that seem to lead to the skies and the calming sounds of nature.
Find out where the rest of the hotels, attractions, and must-see destinations of Kalaw can be found by exploring the interactive map on this page.
The biggest attractions in this part of the world are the tiny villages and immense forests and jungles that surround them. Experienced hikers and campers often head to the Kalaw Reserved Forest for a few days of wildlife exploration while facing the elements. Most of the hotels and guesthouses in Kalaw can help their guests plan the appropriate tour that works for them, including recommendations for a knowledgeable and reputable tour guide.
Trekking is of course the main activity here, and a trip to Myin Ma Hti Cave is a must-see for all visitors. This is where Kalaw’s caves and temples can be found, offering ample opportunity for cave exploration and restful visits to the local monastery and temples. Kalaw offers travelers a chance to step into another world, away from the skyscrapers and noise of the big cities, while replacing them with hills that seem to lead to the skies and the calming sounds of nature.
Find out where the rest of the hotels, attractions, and must-see destinations of Kalaw can be found by exploring the interactive map on this page.