VIEWPOINT ECOLODGE, Nyaung Shwe – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms with Lake Views
Viewpoint Ecolodge offers suites built on pilings over Viewpoint Lake using traditional Shan construction. The 52m² Suite includes a separate living room and private balcony with mountain views. The 60m² Family Suite features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two balconies. All rooms have modern bathrooms, wireless internet, LCD TVs, and free coffee and tea. Bed options include king beds or twin singles.
Shan Dining Experiences
The Shan Restaurant serves local cuisine with views of the canal and rice paddies. Unique dining options include lunch on a converted rice carrier boat, Shan BBQ picnics near ancient pagodas, and meals at a private Intha house village. The property offers a wine bar with selections from France, Italy, and Myanmar, plus a veranda cocktail bar and tea room.
Spa and Activities
The spa provides treatments using organic cosmetics, including Pa-O traditional massage, Thai massage, and body scrubs with local ingredients like sesame and thanaka. Activities include Shan cooking classes with market visits, bamboo lunchbox picnics, and guided walks through bamboo forests. The property features a rooftop terrace overlooking the lake and mountains.
Nyaungshwe Township Location
Located 35km from Heho Airport in Nyaungshwe Township, the lodge is near Mingala Market (0.5km), Ywa Thit Monastery (1km), and Maing Thouk Village (1km). Other nearby landmarks include Shwe Yaunghwe Kyaung (2.5km) and Htet Eain Gu Cave (4.5km). The area offers access to Inle Lake boat tours and cultural sites.
Eco-Friendly Services
Services include Asian or Continental breakfast, in-suite minibar, welcome drink, fruit basket, daily fresh flowers, and laundry service (4 pieces per person). The property provides parking and room service. All dining experiences include matching aperitifs, drinks, and quality wines. Construction uses local limestone and eco-friendly methods.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- Smoking allowed in designated areas
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- Front desk
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Fireplace
- Multilingual staff
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Newspaper service
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Coffee/Tea in lobby
- Free breakfast
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Spa centre
- Library
Room features
- Rooftop terrace