Located on Myanmar’s pristine Ngapali beach, the charming Sandoway Hotel is a relaxing coastal getaway. The boutique property offers 57 individual two-storey villas and cottages set amid lush tropical gardens. Couples on a romantic trip, families on a beach holiday or beach-lovers seeking sand and sea will all delight in the tranquil, welcoming surroundings of the Sandoway.

The Sandoway offers several different room types spread out amid the expansive grounds with some boasting beach front views.  The villas and cottages are designed in a traditional Southeast Asian manner incorporating elements such as various kinds of wood, stone carving and marble while also featuring modern amenities.  The atmosphere is such that guests truly feel nestled away from the outside world at The Sandoway.     

In order to further emphasize this 'castaway' feel, rooms at The Sandoway do not have a television set. However a good selection of facilities is available throughout the property.  The hotel offers classic films in its 58-seat theater or guests can pick-up a book and read in the hotel's library while overlooking the beach. A treatment in the secluded and private spa providestraditional Burmese massage techniques to lull guests in to a complete state of relaxation.  Rounding out the Sandoway's facilities is the swimming pool which faces the beach and features a bar and snack service.

Dining is a delight at the Sandoway. Embrace the sweeping view of the ocean horizon while enjoying a meal from the hotel chef's selection of international and fresh seafood.  A wine menu is also available, ideal for sipping at the lounge bar overlooking the beach.

The Sandoway's charming design, convenient location on the seashore and expansive swimming pool make this hotel a truly memorable element to a Ngapali Beach experience. It is the perfect accommodation for those wanting to maximize their Myanmar beach holiday.

Facilities:

• Open-air restaurant
• Piano bar
• Reading lounge/library
• Swimming pool 
• Spa
• 24 hour electricity
• Laundry service
• Internet facilities
• Theater
• Bike and snorkeling rental 

Dining:

• Outdoor dining overlooking the beach
• Lounge bar

Room type:

• 23 Deluxe Rooms
• 10 Village Cottages
• 5 Beach Front Cottages
• 19 Villas

Mya Pyin Village, Thandwe,

Rakhine State, Myanmar

The Sandoway Hotel is located on the beachfront of Ngapali Beach which is a 30 minute drive from Thandwe airport.

Who should go?
The Sandoway's cottages and villas are dotted across a vast area along the beachfront and decorated with beautiful tropical gardens making your stay at the hotel a perfect destination to cap off a Myanmar tour. The hotel is on quiet and scenic Ngapali Beach so families or couples will surely appreciate the tranquility of the area.

When to go?
From October to April, the area receives little to almost no rainfall and from November to January, the weather can be very pleasant. Due to the extreme weather conditions of the rainy season, Sandoway Resort is closed from May to September.

Where is it?
The Sandoway Hotel is located on the pristine Ngapali Beach on Myanmar's west coast overlooking the Bay of Bengal.  To reach The Sandoway Hotel, travelers take a 45 minute flight from Yangon to the town of Thandwe which is 7 kilometers from Ngapali.

What's not to be missed?
Fresh seafood served at Sandoway's Restaurant. Full day boat trip for snorkeling. Fishing the local way. Relaxing spa treatment. Visiting the local fish market in the early morning. Sunset cocktails on the beach.

What's cooking?
The beachside restaurant offers all-day dining where guests can enjoy the relaxing sounds of the sea and a refreshing breeze. A tantalizing selection of Italian, Mediterranean and freshly caught seafood items are prepared by a team of local and European chefs. The lounge bar is located on an open verandah overlooking the beach and is a great place to enjoy an evening cocktail under the starlit night.