Sanctum Inle Resort in Myanmar to Grand Open 1 October 2016

The 94-room Sanctum Inle Resort in Myanmar will officially open on 1 October 2016.

An Olympic-sized swimming pool overlooking Inle Lake, an 150-sqm presidential Sanctuary Suite, and The Refectory, a Shan and international cuisine restaurant are among the new features to be unveiled as part of the Brigitte Dumont de Chassart-designed resort’s grand opening.

“In a region long closed off to the wider world, we’re opening the doors on an experience of accommodation that celebrates removal and contemplation,” said Philippe Arnaud, the resort’s general manager. “Our location invites this sort of mind-set, and our design does, as well.”

At 120 square kilometers and 800 meters above sea level, Inle Lake is renowned for its stilted wooden homes, floating vegetable gardens and Intha fishermen who propel their boats across the water with a singular, one-legged rowing style.

Two hours by air, car and boat from Yangon, Sanctum Inle Resort inspires contemplation through its off the beaten path location and architectural flourishes that invoke monastic traditions, such as Spanish-style arches and minimalist but modern room designs.

The resort offers four room categories, including a pair of suites with full vistas of the lake, and a window on some of Asia’s most remarkable markets, pagodas and stupas. While the rooms range in size from 40 to 150 square meters, all feature lofty ceilings, natural wood floors, plush beds, air-conditioning and cable TV.

The 107-seat Refectory offers a full complement of Chan and Western dishes, and Cloister Bar, an elegant hangout, boasts a selection of Myanmar-brewed beers, international wines and Cuban and Dominican cigars. The resort’s Chapter House is a quiet venue with books and board games that can be transformed into a meeting space.

Totaling 170 square meters, Sanctuary Spa is home to five treatment rooms and offers a multitude of therapies including its signature Tamarind Scrub with tamarind harvested from the property, as well as hot stone massages and facials. In addition to the saltwater swimming pool, a fully-equipped gym will be ready in time for the grand opening.

To encourage exploration of the area, the resort’s team has developed eight tours ranging from a half-day cycling excursion to Red Mountain Estate winery to a full-day trip to Kakku’s ancient temples. 

Opening room rates start at MMK 334,470 ++ [US$ 284 ++] per night.

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