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Grand Park Hotel Mandalay

(6)

Pleasant

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Maha Aung Myay, Mandalay

Price around

AU$47

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Hotel Yi Link

(3)

Very Good

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Aungmyaythazan, Mandalay

Bicycle rental

Wheelchair accessible

Bar

Price around

AU$110

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Hotel Aurora

9.2

(40)

Exceptional

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Aungmyaythazan, Mandalay

Bicycle rental

Rooftop terrace

Business facilities

Price around

AU$36

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Mingalar Mandalay Hotel

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Chanmyathazi, Mandalay

Car rental

Business facilities

Spa

Price around

AU$122

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PARKROYAL Nay Pyi Taw

8.8

(19)

Very Good

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Naypyidaw, Mandalay

Braille or raised signage

Limo or town car service

Babysitting

Bicycle rental

Health club

Poolside bar

Price around

AU$149

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Bagan Thiripyitsaya Sanctuary Resort

8.8

(171)

Very Good

Resorts

Bagan, Mandalay

Limo or town car service

Bicycle rental

Business facilities

Pool sun loungers

Picnic area

Spa

Price around

AU$79

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The Hotel @ Tharabar Gate

9.2

(133)

Exceptional

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Bagan, Mandalay

Horse riding

Business facilities

Poolside bar

Wheelchair accessible

Express check-out

Spa

Price around

AU$162

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Ostello Bello Bagan Pool

8.8

(13)

Very Good

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New Bagan, Bagan

Poolside bar

Library

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AU$27

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Heritage Bagan Hotel

9.2

(44)

Exceptional

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Nyaung-U, Bagan

Business facilities

Poolside bar

Pool sun loungers

Spa

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AU$144

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Sakura Princess Hotel

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Pleasant

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Mandalay, Mandalay

Business facilities

Picnic area

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AU$77

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Bagan King Hotel

(162)

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Mandalay, Mandalay

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Varaporn Rasmeekajorndej

romantic

The hotel is beautifully decorated and beautifully located in Central Mandalay. The staff are very good and the food is delicious.

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AU$78

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The Lake Garden Hotel Nay Pyi Taw - MGallery Collection

9.2

(42)

Exceptional

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Naypyidaw, Mandalay

Golf

Children play area

Express check-out

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AU$140

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Star World Hotel

5.4

(3)

Fair

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Naypyidaw, Mandalay

Bicycle rental

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Spa

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AU$83

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Aureum Palace Hotel & Resort Bagan

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Nyaung-U, Bagan

Table tennis

Clothes dryer

Massage

Sauna

Spa

Bar

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AU$162

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Eastern Palace Hotel

9.2

(5)

Exceptional

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Aungmyaythazan, Mandalay

Winery

Beach sun loungers

Business facilities

Poolside bar

Wheelchair accessible

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Agkarajit Phanomvan na Ayudhya

family

Here is a good 4 stars establishment with managers and staff who will go beyond their ways to assist the guests. The deluxe room is even larger than the deluxe room at Mandalay Hill Hotel. Moreover, their foods & beverages and laundry services are also reasonably priced. The room that we stayed in has no bathtub, but, it has a rain shower. Keep up the good works and we shall recommend guests to stay with you! Thank you.

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AU$165

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Ruby True Hotel

9.1

(93)

Exceptional

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New Bagan, Bagan

Limo or town car service

Bicycle rental

Pool sun loungers

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AU$91

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Thurizza Hotel

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Naypyidaw, Mandalay

Business facilities

Poolside bar

Picnic area

Price around

AU$60

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Hotel Shwe Phyo

7.8

(16)

Pleasant

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Aungmyaythazan, Mandalay

Babysitting

Bicycle rental

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Business facilities

Bar

Price around

AU$75

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Crest Villa Mansion

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Mandalay, Mandalay

Limo or town car service

Picnic area

Price around

AU$2,027

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Hotel by the Red Canal

9.2

(85)

Exceptional

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Aungmyaythazan, Mandalay

Limo or town car service

Health club

Business facilities

Library

Picnic area

Spa

Price around

AU$118

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Bagan Valley Hotel

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Nyaung-U, Bagan

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AU$110

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Total Accommodation: 520 Properties

Popular City	Mandalay, Bagan
Popular hotel	Grand Park Hotel Mandalay, Hotel Yi Link
Popular landmark	Mandalay International Airport (MDL), Ocean Super Center
Price starts from	AU$9/night
Review score	8.2 from 13,541 reviews

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About Mandalay accommodation

Mandalay Region gives you two travel experiences in one: the buzz of a proper Myanmar city and the otherworldly temple plains of Bagan, all under the one region on your Traveloka search. Whether you're after a budget guesthouse near the markets or a resort with balloon-ride views over ancient stupas, there's no worries finding a place that fits your trip.

Accommodation here spans everything from simple digs in Mandalay city centre to boutique stays dotted around Bagan and riverside spots along the Irrawaddy. Aussie travellers chasing sunrise balloon season or a room with temple views should book ahead, as the best located spots fill up fast, especially in the cooler months when the plains are full of colour at dawn.

Where to stay in Mandalay

Mandalay city centre: handy base for markets, restaurants and easy transport around town.
Bagan and Nyaung-U: the go-to area for exploring the temple plains and catching a sunrise balloon ride.
Amarapura: quieter riverside spot near U Bein Bridge, great for sunset walks.
Pyin Oo Lwin: a cooler hill town outside the city, handy if you fancy a change of pace.
Riverside along the Irrawaddy: laid-back stays with river views, a bit removed from the crowds.

How much is Mandalay accommodation?

Budget: AU$15-40, simple guesthouses and hostels, usually with fan or basic air-con and a hearty breakfast.
Mid-range: AU$40-90, comfy hotels with pool access, air-con and a bit more space to spread out.
Luxury: AU$90-200+, resort-style stays with pools, spa facilities and balloon-view rooms near Bagan.

What Mandalay is known for

Bagan's temple-studded plain: thousands of ancient temples and stupas spread across the landscape, best seen from a sunrise hot-air balloon.
U Bein Bridge: the world's longest teak footbridge, a favourite for a sunset silhouette walk in Amarapura.
Mandalay Hill: a covered stairway walk up to a lookout with sweeping views over the city and surrounding plains.
Silk-weaving and marble-carving workshops: traditional craft studios around Amarapura and the city where you can watch artisans at work.

Top-rated hotels in Mandalay

Hotel Aurora: a solid mid-range pick in Mandalay city, popular for its central location.
Grand Park Hotel Mandalay: a comfortable full-service hotel with easy access to the city's main sights.
Bagan King Hotel: handy base in Bagan for temple-plain day trips and balloon pickups.
Fortune Bagan: a relaxed stay close to Bagan's temple areas.
The Hotel Nova: a well-rated option near U Bein Bridge, good for Amarapura sunsets.

Travel tips for Mandalay

Book your Bagan balloon ride ahead of time, since flights only run in the cooler, drier months and fill up fast.
Pack light layers, as mornings can be cool, especially up at Pyin Oo Lwin, while afternoons warm up quickly.
Wear comfortable, slip-off shoes since you'll be doing plenty of walking around temple sites and covered stairways.
Sunset at U Bein Bridge gets busy, so head over a bit early to grab a good spot.
Carry cash for local markets and craft workshops, as card payments aren't always available outside the main hotels.

Is it safe to travel to Myanmar right now?

Before you book anything, check Smartraveller, the Australian Government's official travel advice, for the latest guidance on Myanmar, including Mandalay and Bagan. Conditions can change, so check again closer to your travel dates, not just once when you book. Travel insurers usually expect you to have checked the current advice level too.

Do Australians need a visa to visit Myanmar?

Yes, unlike Malaysia, Myanmar isn't visa-free for Aussie passport holders. Most travellers use an e-visa, applied for online before you fly, with a fee attached. Visa-on-arrival options exist too depending on your entry point. Rules and costs do change, so double-check current requirements on an official source shortly before you book your flights.

How do I get to Mandalay from Australia?

There's no direct flight from Australia, so you'll connect through a hub like Bangkok, Singapore or Kuala Lumpur to Yangon first. From Yangon, most travellers take a short domestic flight on to Mandalay or to Bagan's Nyaung-U airport, which is actually the more common first stop if temples are your main drawcard. Budget a full travel day each way.

What's the best time of year to visit Bagan for the balloon rides?

Balloon season runs through the cooler dry months, roughly October to April, with November to February the sweet spot for clear skies and comfortable temperatures. Mornings can get a bit foggy in February, which actually makes for lovely photos over the temple plain. Flights don't run at all in the wetter, hotter months, so time your trip accordingly.

Can I use my card in Mandalay and Bagan, or is it mostly cash?

Bring cash. Bagan is essentially cash-only, and even in Mandalay, cards are only accepted at some upmarket hotels and restaurants. Foreign cards often don't work in local ATMs either, so it's smart to bring clean, unmarked AUD or USD notes to exchange in a city before heading out to the temple plains. Don't rely on tap-and-go here.

Do I need a guide, or can I explore Bagan's temples independently?

Plenty of people explore Bagan solo. Renting an e-bike is the easiest way to get around the temple plain at your own pace, since foreigners can't self-drive a car or motorbike here. A hired car with driver or a horse cart works too if you'd rather not ride. A guide's handy for context but not essential.

Is Mandalay and Bagan good for families?

It can work well, especially for older kids who'll get a kick out of e-bike rides and the sheer scale of the temple plain. Just factor in the heat, long travel days, and limited pram-friendly footpaths around ancient sites. Balloon rides usually have a minimum age, so check that before booking if little ones are keen to join.

Is English widely spoken in Mandalay and Bagan?

Not widely, though you'll get by fine at hotels, balloon operators and tourist-facing restaurants, where staff usually speak enough English for bookings and basic chat. Out in local markets and smaller eateries, expect more of a language gap. A translation app and a few key phrases go a long way.

What currency is used in Myanmar?

Myanmar uses the kyat (MMK). Aussie dollars aren't accepted directly, so you'll want to exchange cash, ideally USD, into kyat once you land. Keep some smaller notes handy for markets and tuk-tuks, since change for large bills isn't always easy to come by out near the temples.

How many days should I budget to see both Mandalay city and Bagan properly?

Aim for at least four to five days total, roughly two in Mandalay city and two to three in Bagan, plus travel time between them. That gives you a sunrise balloon ride or two, a proper explore of the temple plain by e-bike, and time for Mandalay Hill and U Bein Bridge without rushing.