Dusit Hotels and Resorts, the hotel arm of Thailand-based Dusit International, has opened two hotels in Yangon, Myanmar, introducing two distinct hospitality experiences under its management: a heritage-inspired luxury property and a contemporary lifestyle hotel.
The properties, The
Strand Hotel Yangon – Dusit Collection and ASAI Yangon Sule, build on their
established identities while introducing Dusit's Thai-inspired gracious
hospitality.
The Strand Hotel
Yangon, originally opened in 1901, has joined Dusit's luxury Dusit Collection
brand. Located on Strand Road near the Yangon River, the historic property is
recognised for its Victorian-era architecture, high ceilings, Burmese teak
floors and marble detailing. It became the first hotel in Myanmar to receive a
commemorative blue plaque from the Yangon Heritage Trust in 2019.
The hotel features 32
suites ranging from 55 to 200 square metres, combining historic architectural
elements with contemporary amenities and dedicated 24-hour butler service.
Its dining facilities
include The Strand Café, serving Burmese specialities and international dishes
alongside its traditional high tea, and Sarkies Bar, offering cocktails,
whiskies and grilled dishes. The Strand Restaurant is scheduled to open later
this year, introducing Burmese fine dining focused on locally sourced
ingredients.
Additional facilities
include an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, spa and landscaped courtyard.
The property also offers event facilities, including the 760-square-metre
Strand Hall, which can accommodate up to 720 guests for banquets.
Guests can participate
in cultural activities such as traditional music introductions, Burmese costume
photography, floral workshops and local cooking sessions.
Meanwhile, ASAI Yangon
Sule offers a contemporary lifestyle experience centred on local culture and
neighbourhood exploration.
Located on Alan Pya
Pagoda Street in downtown Yangon, the hotel features 85 guestrooms ranging from
15 to 30 square metres. Its location provides access to Yangon Central Railway
Station, Bogyoke Aung San Market, Shwedagon Pagoda and the city's historic streets.
The property includes
Babette Eatery & Bar, serving Western comfort food in a relaxed setting,
alongside a fitness centre and community lounge. Experiences include Myanmar
tea-making workshops, introductions to traditional Lethwei boxing, meditation
sessions, guided heritage walks and street-food tastings.
“Bringing The Strand
Hotel Yangon – Dusit Collection and ASAI Yangon Sule into our portfolio is an
opportunity to celebrate two very different aspects of Yangon,” said Mr Chanin
Donavanik, Group CEO, Dusit International. “The Strand has an extraordinary history
and a character that deserves to be carefully preserved, while ASAI offers a
contemporary experience shaped by the neighbourhood around it. Our priority is
to support the teams who bring these hotels to life, maintain the qualities
that make each one special, and deliver the thoughtful, gracious hospitality
for which Dusit is known. We look forward to welcoming guests and contributing
to the next chapter of both properties.”