Hilton Ngapali Resort & Spa
Ngapali Beach

Overlooking the turquoise seas of the Bay of Bengal, the Hilton Ngapali Resort & Spa is an elegant property with all the style you would expect of the Hilton brand. Following a wooden walkway through water features and foliage up in to the towering columned entrance, it leaves a lasting first impression.

Designed with sleek lines, warm yet simple furnishings, pastels and creams, polished marble and light wood, it is tasteful and timeless. Stretching through the centre of the hotel is a lovely lagoon with fountains making even those rooms not on the seafront, perfectly picturesque. The rooms are comprised of opulent beach front suites with private plunge pools, or deluxe rooms which offer private terraces with tranquil lagoon views.

The hotel has a stunning infinity pool, which makes up for the hotel's lack of beach access. It is also very well equipped with a luxurious spa, extensive fitness centre, volleyball court, and the resort offers various other outdoor activities. Guests can sample Asian cuisine in the hotel's restaurant, Flow, with both international favourites and local Myanmarese specialities on offer. Or sip cocktails in the hotel bar, Shore, which offers spectacular views of the Indian Ocean – the best seat in the house to watch sunset. Hilton Ngapali Resort is only a few minutes' drive from Thandwe Airport and just 15-minutes from Thandwe town centre.

I can't think of anything that excites a greater sense of childlike wonder than to be in a country where you are ignorant of almost everything.
Bill Bryson