Hotel by the Red Canal in Mandalay

Among tropical gardens in the city's northeast, this refined hotel sits across the street from a canal. It's 1 mile from Mandalay Palace and 3 miles from the Mandalay Hill pilgrimage site.With individual decor representing Myanmar's ethnic groups, the sophisticated rooms offer free Wi-Fi, iPod/iPhone docks and TVs. All have minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities, as well as balconies or patios. Some have views over a stream and waterfall; suites add separate living rooms.Breakfast and parking are free. There's an Indian restaurant and a stylish bar with a terrace, in addition to a spa, a fitness room and an outdoor pool.