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Kalaw Hill Lodge Kalaw - YYK003

Surround yourself with nature yet enjoy the comforts of modern living at the secluded thatched cottages at Kalaw Hill Lodge.

32 Bedrooms, Sleeps 80

Free wifi
Trekking tours
Horse riding
Yoga and meditation
Laundry service

"Great start to the holiday, very beautiful, nice rooms, good staff." Sarah R, Dec 2016.

The Kalaw Hill Lodge is tucked away on a hillside with beautifully designed thatched cottages that offer tremendous views, located on the edge of an organic farm.

The Lodge rooms are architecturally influenced by the local mud-houses and all 32 rooms have en-suite facilities. Each room has a private balcony or veranda to take in the breath-taking views of the Blue Mountains of the Shan Plateau. The decor is simple but elegant, with rich wooden features. All rooms are Deluxe; the upstairs rooms (which have the best views and high beamed ceilings) are twin rooms, while the rooms downstairs have double beds, verandas and larger bathrooms with double sinks.

As well as the large dining area there is also a pastry shop where you can sample local treats. Those looking to detox can visit the wellness centre for a soothing ancient Ayurvedic massage, aroma massage or a steam bath or sauna. Yoga and meditation sessions are also on offer to refresh the body and mind.

Guests can take a stroll around the lodge's large grounds and enjoy views of the pond, organic farms of seasonal fruit and vegetables, horse stables and dairy farms.

There are several walking trails crossing beautiful Kalaw creek or explore jungles suitable for bird watchers and offering fantastic views of wilderness. Popular activities include multi-day trekking with stays in community homes, riding, and a trip on a traditional oxen cart. When we were there a wellness centre with a yoga area was being built.

The lodge is 27km from the airport and around 20 minutes by car from Kalaw. It is ideal for those who are craving a peaceful countryside retreat for a night or two as there are no towns or amenities in walking distance.