Mrauk U Princess Resort

Surrounded by lotus ponds, paddy fields and mangroves on the banks of a Kaladan River tributary, the Mrauk U Princess Resort is a peaceful rural retreat well worth the serene six-hour river transfer up from Sittwe.

There are 21 ‘Village Houses’ with thatched, monastery style seven-tiered roofs. To say they are expansive is an understated, with bright airy interiors, luxurious bathrooms and traditional Burmese style furnishings. Each of the houses also has its own private veranda from where you can relax and survey the surrounding countryside

Explore the neighbouring archaeological wonders of Mrauk U, visit the remote tattooed Chin tribe on excursions aboard the resort’s restored teak riverboats and discover buzzing local markets. Or simply unwind in the pool, relax at the traditional spa and eat real local Arakanese food at the Rakhine restaurant.