Hotel by the Red Canal

Colonial hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour health club

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, pool views

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Spa
Bar
Pool
Gym
Breakfast available
Room service

Explore the area

No.417, corner of 63 rd & 22 nd Road, Mandalay, 952

Place, Kuthodaw Pagoda
‪2 min drive‬
Place, Mandalay Palace
‪3 min drive‬
Place, Mandalay Hill
‪7 min drive‬
Airport, Mandalay (MDL-Mandalay Intl.)
‪43 min drive‬

Room options

Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View (Chin)

258 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (Shan)

258 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

Romantic Room, 1 Bedroom (Kachin)

258 sq ft
Water view
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom (Rakhine)

323 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Mandalay

Within a short walk of Mandalay Marionettes Theater, Hotel by the Red Canal is within a mile (2 km) of Phaung Daw Oo Monastic Education High School. This 25-room, 3.5-star hotel has conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

Kuthodaw Pagoda - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
Mandalay Palace - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
Sandamuni Paya - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
Mandalay Hill - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles
Jade Market - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

Mandalay Central Railway Station - 8 min drive
Mandalay (MDL-Mandalay Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

‪Ginki Mandalay - ‬3 min drive
‪Bless Bear Coffee - ‬5 min walk
‪Green Elephant Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
‪Spice Garden - ‬1 min walk
‪YKKO Mandalay - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hotel by the Red Canal

Colonial hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour health club

Guests of Hotel by the Red Canal enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for MMK 50000 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a business center.

Guests can expect free WiFi and LED TVs with satellite channels and DVD players. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, toothbrushes and toothpaste, and slippers. Private yards, minibars, and coffee makers are also standard.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Thanakhar Spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$57 nightly

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Limo/town car service
Free self parking on site

Food and drink

Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: MMK 22,500 for adults and MMK 15,000 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Free daily manager's reception
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Canopy Bar
Spice Garden Restaurant

Things to do

24-hour health club
Full-service spa
Library
Outdoor pool
Playground

Family friendly

Babysitting (surcharge)
Crib (surcharge)
DVD player
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service

Business services

Business center
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Garden
On the boardwalk/promenade
Picnic area
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Full-service spa

2 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Ayurvedic treatments
Body scrubs
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
In-room massages
Manicures/pedicures
Reflexology
Spa open daily
Swedish massages
Thai massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible bathtub
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

1 building
3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 2006
Colonial architecture
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided

Entertainment

DVD player
LED TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Minibar

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Free local calls
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: MMK 80000

Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: MMK 80000

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

Rollaway/extra beds are available for MMK 127500.0 per night
Cribs/infant beds are available for MMK 20000.0 per night

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: MMK 127500
Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: MMK 76500 (from 3 to 10 years old)
New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: MMK 127500
New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: MMK 76500 (from 3 to 10 years old)

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Fee for continental breakfast: approximately MMK 22500 for adults and MMK 15000 for children
Airport shuttle fee: MMK 50000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
Early check-in fee: MMK 80000 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: MMK 80000 (subject to availability)
Crib (infant bed) fee: MMK 20000.0 per night
Rollaway bed fee: MMK 127500.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts mobile payments and cash

Mobile payment options include: PayPal

Cashless transactions are available

Long-term renters welcome

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Check-in: noon—-anytime
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 15

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts mobile payments and cash.
Mobile payment options include: PayPal.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
Long-term renters welcome.
There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Canal Red

Hotel Red Canal

Hotel Red Canal Mandalay

Red Canal

Red Canal Hotel

Red Canal Mandalay

Hotel by the Red Canal Hotel

Hotel by the Red Canal Mandalay

Hotel by the Red Canal Hotel Mandalay

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Hotel by the Red Canal?

This hotel is located in Mandalay, a short 19-minute walk from Shwenandaw Kyaung and also 15 minutes on foot from Mandalay Marionettes Theater. You'll also find Shwenandaw Monastery and Kuthodaw Pagoda within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Hotel by the Red Canal?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Hotel by the Red Canal?

Thanakhar Spa is the hotel's spa and services include Swedish massages, deep-tissue massages, Ayurvedic treatments, and aromatherapy.

Does Hotel by the Red Canal have a casino?

No, Hotel by the Red Canal doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel by the Red Canal?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel by the Red Canal?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel by the Red Canal?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel by the Red Canal feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel by the Red Canal serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Spice Garden Restaurant.

Does Hotel by the Red Canal allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel by the Red Canal.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel by the Red Canal?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Hotel by the Red Canal?

The closest major airport to Hotel by the Red Canal is Mandalay (MDL-Mandalay Intl.), which is 26.3 mi away (55 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel by the Red Canal?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy garden or pool views.

Hotel by the Red Canal Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

6/10 Okay

LUC

Oct 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean rooms

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Jul 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice property

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Apr 19, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Traveled with group

Nov 24, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Best staff in the world.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudio

Aug 21, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thank you!

Hotel staff was extremely focused on customer needs and our comfort. We all know it’s not an easy time to travel in Myanmar, but they did truly exceeded expectations. Thank you very much and congratulations.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Oct 26, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yoon Wati

Oct 9, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel

Traveled with family

Jan 25, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Lovely hotel and lovely staff

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Jan 4, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Relaxing stay!

This was my first stop in Mandalay and I didn't know the streets and vibe would feel so hectic. Thank goodness this hotel was a calm safe haven. The staff was attentive and prompt and even helped me book a fair priced driver to Inle Lake. As it is a crazy time in this country, I am so thankful this hotel made me feel welcome and looked out for me. I highly recommend this hotel as a jumping off point to do your tours.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

AKIRA

Apr 7, 2021

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Aug 4, 2020

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Feb 22, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Dec 15, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice hotel in a good location in Mandalay. All staff very helpful, friendly and polite. Very nice hotel would stay there again

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Dec 5, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best boutique hotel to stay at in Mandalay. A little green oasis in the middle of a sprawling city. Free breakfast, free happy hour, great service, great Indian food.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

William

Nov 29, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice, traditional basecamp for a visit to Mandalay

I enjoyed a very nice 3 night stay at this property while I was recently in Mandalay. It has a great deal of traditional character and the staff were very friendly and professional. It has a pool and gym which were nice when one needed to get out of the heat during midday, but it was walking distance to Mandalay Palace and Mandalay Hill which was really nice. Rooms are a bit small, but very comfortable. Great place to stay

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS

Oct 12, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Situacion y alojamiento muy recomendables

Muy correcto! En una calle muy tranquila a pesar de estar en pleno centro y muy cerca de todos los sitios de mayor interes. El recepcionista nos ayudo mucho a planificar nuestra estancia y gracias a el pudimos ver lo mas relevante en dos dias

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Aug 25, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Amenities

Clean and comfortable place for two nights in Mandalay. Restaurant is good, like the flavored waters and the fresh passion fruit juice at breakfast. They try hard with the poolside drinks and tea hour. But because the pool made our skin itch we wouldn’t stay here again. We picked the place because it had a pool, very important to us. In Bagan before Mandalay the pool was great and after in Inle our pool was great. But this one was miserable to swim in because of the itchy water. We tried it twice and both times, itchy immediately. The level of service of the staff is top notch, whoever has trained them does an amazing job. They all are so on top of everything it was pretty amazing to see. They literally jump up to be attentive. May is especially outstanding. Our shower tub pooled water/stopped up, but luckily there was a second shower on our patio so we used that instead.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Jul 8, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent boutique hotel

Really nice hotel, beautifully furnished and great, helpful staff. Small, decent gym, good WiFi, and good breakfast. Also free coffee or tea offered in the afternoon. I would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Apr 25, 2019

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hotel is a lovely property and the staff were particularly helpful. There were 3 things that I found particularly disappointing. Firstly, the food and beverage services at the Spice Garden (breakfast and dinner) were very ordinary. The coffee and tea were awful, the breakfast very average quality. One evening meal I had the food equally poor, especially considering the USD prices charged. Along the same lines, the spa prices were western prices in USD - a 1 hour treatment charging USD50 (did not use so cannot comment on the quality, but this seems ridiculous in Myanmar). The other disappointment was the one window to the room faced on to a grungy building which meant no natural light at all to our room. If they could improve the F&B quality then I would probably give this place a 5 rating.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Mar 14, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

TJS, West Chester, OH

Traveled with family

Feb 27, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice, boutique. oasis-like hotel. Great, friendly, helpful staff. Really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Feb 25, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mandalays best

I doubt i will ever stay elsewhere in mandalay... After several disappointing choices i happened across this place and it was just wonderful albeit pricey for mandalay.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Feb 24, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Getaway to Mandalay

A well run, nice little hotel.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Feb 12, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Little gem in the center of mandalay. Peaceful and elegant, attention to detail. Really wonderful.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tony, Yangon, Myanmar

Nov 24, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was always there to see to your comfort. The grounds on which this boutique hotel on are beautiful and make you feel as though you are in the middle of the quaint rainforests of Myanmar even though you are in the heart of Mandalay. Upon arrival washcloths and juice are the norm as well as cocktail hour by the pool upon your arrival back for the day. I will definitely be staying at this place when I come back to Mandalay.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

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Hotel by the Red Canal Reviews

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Wonderful

9.6/10

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9.0/10

8.4/10

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6/10 Okay

LUC

LUC

8/10 Good

Janet

Janet

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Charles

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Ella

10/10 Excellent