Bassac Cruises: "Great experience"

Review by: r_caden | Source: Trip Advisor
I wasn't sure what to expect on this cruise because my travel agent called this cruise by a different name and I couldn't find info about it before I went, but I was pleasantly surprised. The boat is quite nice and this trip was relaxing. While the rooms are very small, they had everything one needed and were cute and clean. The bathroom shower was the kind you hold while you stand at the sink, but it was warm and it worked fine for 2 days. The food was excellent. I was so impressed that those meals were made on a boat! The staff was friendly and made sure my picky kids had something they would eat at each meal, which I very much appreciated. Note to parents: there are no adjoining rooms. I have 2 six-year-olds, so my husband stayed with one and I stayed with the other, just for safety purposes. This is not the kind of boat one could fall off of easily so I wouldn't hesitate to bring young kids on board, but pack your tablets or something to entertain them because they'll be bored otherwise. My kids are happy to spend all day chilling out on a recliner with an ipad so they loved this cruise. I enjoyed seeing the homes on the delta and taking the tour to see the fruit and farming home. There is wifi on board but the connection is spotty and mostly slow.

Inle Princess Resort: "Amazing property"

Review by: BTChevalier | Source: Trip Advisor
Probably the most beautiful property we have been lucky to stay in Myanmar. Rooms are amazing, very spacious and functional. This is perfectly quiet, and for sure you will enjoy your stay if you are looking to relax and chill. Food was delicious, from breakfast to dinner; service was impeccable. Corporate Social Responsibility is taken seriously at the Inle Princess Resort - like we've never seen in any other hotel in the world. Meeting Misuu, the owner, was a real luck to better understand the challenge of taking care of Myanmar and Inle Lake heritage: sincerely one of the best stay EVER we had. We will be back FOR SURE!

Maduzi Hotel: "Unexpected pleasure"

Review by: ThomasSP | Source: Trip Advisor
I wasn't expecting much from the street view. What a nice room. I was particularly impressed with the tub. The staff were very helpful and polite. I highly recommend the food. Try something unique to the restaurant. They clearly have a chef and not just a cook. The flavor combinations were unexpected and delightful.

The Cabochon Hotel: "fantastic atmosphere"

Review by: Emanuela B | Source: Trip Advisor
Me and My Filippo we spent a 4 fantastic days in the Cabochon Hotel, really familiar atmosphere in a very stylish and classy place. As soon as we arrived we feel the particular hot and friendly character of the persons that manage the hotel. thank you and I hope to get there really soon.

Chakrabongse Villas: "Wonderful stay!"

Review by: jo c | Source: Trip Advisor
We loved this place! It was gorgeous and calm, and the managers are extremely friendly and professional. We enjoyed falling asleep to the soothing sounds of the river right outside our door, and loved the excellent location right next to the grand palace and wat Arun. I'd love to come back at some point in the future. Highly recommend!

Neeleshwar Hermitage: "Outstanding"

Review by: Chris M | Source: Trip Advisor
This place is nothing short of top of the class! The food, rooms, service, amenities, beach and general 'vibe' (coupled with a near-perfect January climate) made for a perfect end of trip experience. If peace and quiet is not for you then the Hermitage is not for you. It might be 'off the beaten track' but it doesn't feel isolated. Terrific staff. Hard/Impossible to fault.

TIGER MOUNTAIN POKHARA LODGE: "BACK IN SEVENTH HEAVEN"

Review by: momoN4738LR | Source: tripadvisor.com
"No other way to describe Tiger Mountain Lodge. Spectacular setting. I said I would be back and yes, a very long way for a short cut but worth all the extra miles for my second visit. And my room back. Just like coming home. Great welcome. Nowhere else will ever be able to come close to the pampering given to all from morning wake up coffee right through the day. Pre dinner drinks and nibbles get the taste buds going. Also a good time for a chat.with Dol Raj and Jhalak. Wonderful imaginative food. Lalu and his team should start cookery lessons. My attempt at masala rumble tumble went straight in the bin! Hari has infinite patience and steady hands when out walking with non trekkers. Who needs mountains to climb when TMPL is so close and comfortable? Yes Saga clients seriously miss out. Such a pity as a two night stay on main tour plus three night extension would be well worth it. Marcus and team. Very many thanks for yet another fantastic stay. I will be back, even if under my own steam. "

Villa Song Saigon: "Beautiful colonial hotel"

Review by: mattandamy2015 | Source: tripadvisor.com
A fabulous hotel with lovely staff. The hotel is beautiful from the outside and the room we had was great with a fantastic balcony overlooking the huge pool. The room itself was a good size with a lovely bathroom. The setting on the river is beautiful and the food in the restaurant was some of the best we had in Vietnam, especially the breakfast with amazing French toast! It's a great restaurant to sit and watch the river traffic go by and you can almost imagine you are in the middle of the countryside. The hotel is a little way from the city centre but they lay on regular free bus transfers and feels like a haven and welcome break from busy Saigon.

Maison Polanka: "“Rooms with character ”"

Review by: franks820g | Source: Trip Advisor
While in Siem Reap on business I wanted something with more character than the usual hotels, that could also be my home for my business trips. I found Maison Polanka thanks to an article in the Financial Times. As others have said, the rooms are beautiful and the staffs extremely helpful managing to arrange temple tour to fit my business schedule. The nature there is just so peaceful and gives me energy to start my day as well as rejuvenates me in the evening.Once you enter the wooden gate,it is another world. Just bliss!

Jing’s Residence: "Very unique experience"

Review by: jmcvalade | Source: Trip Advisor
This residence has much charm, rooms are scattered around courtyards. It is located in the centre of the city and his nevertheless quite calm. Restaurant is excellent. The residence has been realized from the basis of typical houses / buildings of former times, but all has been fully redesigned with great care and taste. Very well located, you can visit the city and go bac back for a nice tea in the afternoon.
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