Aye Yar River View Resort in Chauk

On lush grounds next to the Ayeyarwady River, this polished hotel is 3 km from both the 12th-century Ananda Temple and the 11th-century Shwesandaw Pagoda.Warmly decorated rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and terraces or balconies, as well as minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Airy upgraded rooms have river views. Chic suites offer living areas, and complimentary wine and fruit baskets. Room service is available 24/7.A breakfast buffet is free. Other amenities include an upmarket Asian restaurant, and a casual bar with river views, plus a spa, a lagoon-style pool and a sundeck. Bike rentals can be arranged.