During Burma’s many years of isolation, city-centre dominating Shangri-La (previously the Traders Hotel) was a large, characterless hotel, catering soley to businessmen but oh how times have now changed…

A complete overhaul, significant investment, tasteful re-decoration and a totally different international clientele….and its a totally different place. Its still grandiose and it still buzzes – but with a different vibe. The newly renamed Sule Shangri-La remains the international businessman’s hotel of choice in Yangon, but now tourists have this hot spot in their sights and are also happy to luxuriate in the classy public areas, spacious (though formal) rooms and extensive facilities.

The views from many rooms are sensational, offering a birds-eye view of the streets below, with the Yangon River on the skyline and thanks to its central location, you are also on the doorstep of some of the city’s many attractions. Inside, you’ll find the high quality restaurants and bars you would expect from a first-class hotel, with a 5th floor pool and gym. The amenities are of a high standard and service throughout the hotel is faultless.