COVER STORY
ON GAZING OUTSIDE THE WINDOW, you see the sun setting
in crystal blue waters of the Yangon River, and the sky above you
basking in the orange glow of dusk. Finding solace in echoes of little
waves blurring the refl ection of the departing sun, you make yourself
comfortable in a Victorian chair, beholding the last rays of the sun
cast warm illuminations in the vintage-styled suite. Such magical are
going to be your evenings at the Vintage Luxury Yacht Hotel, Myanmar.
Off ering the picture-perfect amalgamation of magnifi cent classical style
of 1920s and the unmatched modern-day luxuries, the hotel brings
an end to your search for a tranquil place having an exclusive air of
elegance dating back to the old world era.
Situated just round the corner from the spectacular Botahtaung
Pagoda at Botahtaung Jetty anchored in the Yangon River, the hotel has
been built on a modern fi ve-deck Finnish ship that has been styled with
Art Deco and all things Victorian so that it resonates with the 1920s
spirit of a luxury hotel.
Luxury by the sea-side
Th e rooms eff ortlessly remind one of movies dating back to the classic
period of striking antiques and art nouveau. Adorned in wood, brass
and leather, each room is equipped with a battery-powered lantern, an
LCD and a zero gravity bed. Th e enchanting sunrise and sunset views
through the river-side rooms guarantee that you start and end your
day mesmerised by nature’s sheer magnifi cence. Featuring spacious
living room, private deck with bath tub, shower and sauna, the suites at
the hotel epitomise the blend of old day splendour and contemporary
indulgence. Each room also has a mirror printed with an old map and