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Hotel by the Red Canal

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

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Property entrance
Property grounds
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, pool views

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service

Explore the area

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No.417, corner of 63 rd & 22 nd Road, Mandalay, 952
  • Place, Shwenandaw Monastery
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuthodaw Pagoda
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mandalay Palace
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mandalay (MDL-Mandalay Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View (Chin)

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (Shan) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (Shan)

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

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Romantic Room, 1 Bedroom (Kachin) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Romantic Room, 1 Bedroom (Kachin)

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

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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

  • Mandalay Marionettes Theater - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Shwenandaw Monastery - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Kuthodaw Pagoda - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Mandalay Palace - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Sandamuni Paya - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ginki Mandalay - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪YKKO Mandalay - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bless Bear Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Spice Garden - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kung Fu - Chinese BBQ & Bar - ‬15 min walk

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, securing valuables, 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, bathrobes, 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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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

More

  • 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

More

  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 hot stone massages, Thai massages, couples treatments, and reflexology.

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.

Is Hotel by the Red Canal a good place to stay for couples?

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).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book 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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

LUC

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best staff in the world.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudio

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yoon Wati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel and lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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

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

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
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

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
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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

TJS, West Chester, OH

Traveled with family
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

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

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

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

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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