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Posted onOct 8, 2025
Gary Joseph HayesReview: The Governor’s Residence, Yangon
The Governor’s Residence remains one of Yangon’s most atmospheric and elegant hotels, combining colonial charm with modern comfort. Nestled in a quiet embassy district, the restored teak mansion, once the home of a British colonial governor, immediately impresses with its graceful architecture and tranquil gardens. Approaching through leafy pathways and lotus ponds, guests are welcomed into an oasis that feels far removed from the bustle of downtown Yangon.
Rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated, featuring polished teak floors, four-poster beds, and traditional Burmese textiles that reflect the building’s heritage. Balconies overlook either the lush gardens or the inviting fan-shaped swimming pool, creating a sense of calm retreat. The service is consistently warm, professional, and attentive without being intrusive, with staff eager to share local knowledge and assist with arrangements.
Dining is a highlight. The open-air restaurant offers refined Burmese and international dishes, prepared with fresh ingredients and presented with flair. Breakfast under the wide verandas, with tropical birdsong in the background, is especially memorable. Afternoon cocktails by the pool or an evening meal by candlelight evoke the romantic grandeur of a bygone era.
What sets the Governor’s Residence apart is its atmosphere: it is not simply a hotel but a living reminder of Yangon’s colonial past, reimagined with comfort and grace. Whether visiting on business or leisure, guests leave with a sense of serenity and timeless elegance. For those seeking a blend of history, luxury, and authentic Burmese hospitality, this residence is an exceptional choice.
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Price per night from:PLN 362
Posted onFeb 17, 2026
linbewie
The hotel is clean. Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast spread is decent and since the breakfast hall is on the top floor, the view is nice. Location is good with convenience shop and a small mall within reasonable walking distance. Highly recommended for those looking for a place with value for money.
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Price per night from:PLN 131
Posted onJan 4, 2026
YY.MMM
I commend all staff for your excellent service and attention to detail. You maintain the high standards of Myanmar hospitality, and I thank you all.
In particular, I really loved the view of Shwedagon Pagoda from my room. You have an excellent location as well, and the breakfast is hearty and satisfying.
I would like to especially thank the following staff:
Thinn Zar and Harry — thank you for attending to me and accommodating my late dinner request
Thet Aung Linn — I really appreciated his service as a trainee, and I note his potential. I was very impressed with his fluency in Chinese, which is a great asset
The cleaning staff were also dedicated and always conscientious
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Price per night from:PLN 132
Posted onNov 25, 2019
黄The other is good, but the toilet is not very good.
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Price per night from:PLN 133
Posted onMay 2, 2024|Executive King Room City View Non smoking
Guest User1. The bathroom is not clean and has stains.
2. When taking the elevator on each floor, the waiting area for the elevator does not have air conditioning.
3. The restaurant air conditioner is not cool.
4. There is not much food to choose from.
5. The room is very small.
6. Not worth the price paid
7. The internet signal is not very strong.
Overall the hotel needs to improve a lot.
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Price per night from:PLN 162
Posted onMay 9, 2026
0519The hostel is located in the old town, not far from the central train station. The lobby is on the first floor, and the rooms are on the second and third floors. Bed linens are changed after each guest. There's a table in the room, but the window is poorly maintained and can't be closed. A helpful young man at the front desk speaks some Chinese. The other staff only speak the local language, so communication was difficult. When I checked out, the front desk asked me to pay for the last night's stay, even though I had already paid. They said they hadn't received it, but thankfully the young man who speaks some Chinese came out and confirmed that I had paid in full.
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Price per night from:PLN 43
Posted onMar 13, 2026
Sirous.evgeny
I spent 7 days at this hotel. Here are the main pros and cons:
Pros:
— Breakfast included (buffet style).
— Two bottles of water were provided daily.
— A quiet and peaceful hotel.
— Friendly and polite staff.
Cons:
— Shared shower (but this was stated upfront).
— The breakfast was almost the same every day and not always replenished. It's best to go around 7:30–8:00 AM, otherwise, the food might run out.
— The shared bathroom and toilet didn't look very clean.
— The shower water was salty for some reason.
Overall, it's a ”no-frills, get-the-job-done” type of place. For Myanmar, this is a perfectly decent budget option. You can comfortably stay for a few days.
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Price per night from:PLN 48
Posted onMar 18, 2026
Lynn043872
The Hotel location is very convenient. Easy to go from one place to another. The cleanliness,service and price are fair. But the hotel location is wrong at Google maps and it's so troublesome to take grab when we choose pick up point or destination.
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Price per night from:PLN 57
Posted onSep 13, 2025|Superior Room With Street View
KEVIN SALDANHAThe reception staff was extremely helpful, from guiding me around the city to any other requests I had
I was unwell on my last days in Yangon and the staff helped me with a late checkout
I appreciate all their help and assistance and extremely good service
The hotel is in the middle of china town and lots of shops and hawkers for food and fresh fruit are around
Hotel is walking distance to downtown and sule pagoda
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Price per night from:PLN 58
Posted onOct 31, 2023
Maksim
Pretty varied impressions of the hotel.
The hotel is located in the city center, no big problems to get anywhere.
Most of the staff is friendly, but the problem is that only one of the staff speaks good English. Also the owner of the place speaks English.
It happens that under one type of room with one name there can be 2 types of rooms: you can easily be given a room without windows, or you can be given a smoky room.
I do not recommend to take breakfast, as it is rather poor for this price and the choice of dishes is not great.
Do not think of giving your clothes to the laundry. A few things were in disrepair afterwards.
Overall, a normal hotel with a good location and friendly staff, if you are willing to sometimes long to explain your needs or fight for the paid level.
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Price per night from:PLN 92