Amara Ocean Resort

4.0 star property
Beachside hotel to enjoy seasonal outdoor pool and white sand beach

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 7 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Aerial view
Bungalow, Beachfront | Beach/ocean view
View from property
Bungalow, Sea View | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Gaut Village, Ngapali Beach, Thandwe, Yakhine
  • Place, Ngapali Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Ngapali Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Shwe Nan Taw Pagoda
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Thandwe (SNW)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Bungalow, Sea View

  • 1184 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Bungalow, Beachfront

  • 1184 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Duplex Bungalow

  • 1184 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Thandwe

Amara Ocean Resort places you 11 mi (17.7 km) from Standing Buddha. This 28-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Ngapali Golf Course - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Ngapali Beach - 14 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Gyeiktaw Market - 18 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Shwe Nan Taw Pagoda - 19 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Standing Buddha - 22 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

  • Thandwe (SNW) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Green Umbrella - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Htoo Kal Tea House - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Silver Wave Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Excellence Seafood Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Smile - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Amara Ocean Resort

Beachside hotel to enjoy seasonal outdoor pool and white sand beach
Amara Ocean Resort features a children's pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. There's free parking, as well as a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool, coffee/tea in a common area, and a meeting room.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Minibars, safes, and phones are also standard.
A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • 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.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2011
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
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 USD 140.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 140.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit 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 credit cards and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from October to April.
  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 7 PM.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Amara Ocean Resort Ngapali Beach
Amara Ocean Ngapali Beach
Amara Ocean Resort Thandwe
Amara Ocean Thandwe
Amara Ocean Resort Hotel
Amara Ocean Resort Thandwe
Amara Ocean Resort Hotel Thandwe

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Amara Ocean Resort?

Amara Ocean Resort provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see near Amara Ocean Resort?

This hotel is located in Thandwe, close to Ngapali Golf Course, Shwe Nan Taw Pagoda, and Shwe San Daw Pagoda.

Is parking available on site at Amara Ocean Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Is a spa located at Amara Ocean Resort?

Spa services at the hotel include Thai massages, deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, and couples treatments.

Does Amara Ocean Resort feature a casino?

No, Amara Ocean Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Amara Ocean Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 8 AM and 7 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from October until April.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Amara Ocean Resort?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront hotel include a minibar and slippers in each guestroom with some featuring sea views.

Are there hot tubs at Amara Ocean Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Amara Ocean Resort feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Amara Ocean Resort serves free on-the-go breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Amara Ocean Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Amara Ocean Resort.

Does Amara Ocean Resort have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Amara Ocean Resort?

The closest major airport to Amara Ocean Resort is Thandwe (SNW), which is 2.3 mi away (5 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Amara Ocean Resort?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Amara Ocean Resort.

Does Amara Ocean Resort have a wedding venue?

There are wedding services available at Amara Ocean Resort if that's in your vacation plans.

Reviews

Amara Ocean Resort Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, right on an empty gorgeous palm fringed beach. The resort is set in beautiful gardens and the bungalows are very well appointed and beautiful. Staff are excellent. All the facilities are first rate. Guaranteed to have a perfect stay here and a highlight of our trip to Myanmar.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall this is an absolutely lovely resort. It is on the north side of the beach and is extraordinarily quiet. Nearly desolate for most of my stay. I might recommend paying the money for a single cabin rather than a duplex as gets walls are paper thin and one can hear every peep and footstep of your neighbors. This is not a swimmable beach but it is excellent for long walks and beach combing. The food is OK. The last two days I was there a large French tour group arrived and there were more options for food. There aren’t really many additional options nearby. One hut on the beach that serves fresh caught seafood is recommended and there are a few places in town past the airport but one needs transportation to get there. If you are looking for a peaceful getaway you can’t ask for more. But if you need a little more action Ngapali may not be for you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amara Ocean Resort was lovely, well decorated and equipped in a quiet part of Ngapali Beach. The beach and coastlines were pristine and amazingly picturesque. We had a nice stay at the resort for 5 days. What made our stay extra nice was the helps of Thur Tar Aung at the front desk. Tar Aung was very helpful and made our stay extra pleasant, from the moment we checked in, to helping to arrange our transportation needs, to the time when checking out. Thank you Tar Aung
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, London, UK

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic chalet on the beach front - it was down the quieter end of Ngapali beach which is why we chose it. Had a free airport transfer which was useful. Amazing view from the chalet of the beach (even though we were not even front row chalet so cheaper) and literally less than 25m away from the beach front and ocean. Never really eat in hotels but had dinner here and was happy with the locality and quality. Free 10 min massage offered too. Overall, would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful bungalows with sea view, quiet, romantic, impressive attention to detail. Absolutely recommended for those looking for a restful holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Private oasis & gorgeous property

The resort is located in a private, quiet part of the bay just north of the airport & within easy biking or very inexpensive cab ride to the busy touristy area. It’s gorgeous & well maintained with friendly staff. The inclusive breakfast had a wonderful & varied selection. Dinner was beautifully presented but disappointing in taste ( perhaps slightly westernized). Just north,on the beach, there’s a fabulous seafood hut called Silver Wave. It has simple grilled fresh catch & wonderful local salads. Further north by bike is a beautiful little village worth seeing. A wonderful resort for peace & quiet. The beach is very rocky in the region but Amara has a nice swimming stretch.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
By far the nicest hotel in ngapali. Located in a secluded area, on a pristine beach, with a decent snorkeling spot. Bungalows on stilts all have views, are very large and furnished with taste with local materials only (no concrete) Dont be fooled by old reviews, it's improved a lot. Well worth the tiny price differential with other hotels in the other side of the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Amenities
周りには何もない静かな場所でした。外のレストランに行くにも車を手配する必要があります。必然的にホテルのレストランを利用しましたが、シーフードカレーの味はよかった。ただし、初日と二日目の単価が異なっており、2種類のメニューを使い分けられているようで、気分の良い滞在ができませんでした。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Bestes Hotel an menschenleerem Strand

Das Hotel liegt sehr einsam an einem traumhaften menschenleeren Strand, wer Ruhe und Erholung sucht, ist dort perfekt aufgehoben. Leider gibt es ringsrum nicht viel, 300 entfernt ist eine Fischbude am Strand, die täglich frischen Fisch anbietet. Das Essen im Hotel hat westliches Preisniveau, ist aber sehr lecker. Tolles Frühstücksbuffet, gute Spaanwendungen, Fahrräder zu leihen, 4 Stunden am Tag kostenlos.