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Famous Hotel Kalaw

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Outdoor pool
View from property
Front of property - evening/night
Lobby
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Shwe Taung Kyar 2nd Street Ward 1, Oppsite of MyoMa Market, Kalaw
  • Kalaw Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Thein Taung Hpaya Monastery
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Christ the King Church
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Heho (HEH)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kalaw

In Kalaw .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Kalaw Market and Thein Taung Hpaya Monastery. Christ the King Church and Shwe Oo Min Phaya are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kalaw Market - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Thein Taung Hpaya Monastery - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Christ the King Church - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • View Point Golf Club - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Hnee Pagoda - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kalaw Station - 13 min walk
  • Heho (HEH) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maluca restaurant & bar - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Thu Maung - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cherry Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Pine Land restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Shwe Ye Oo Golden Highway Tavern - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Famous Hotel Kalaw

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Famous Hotel Kalaw. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Kalaw hotel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Famous Hotel Kalaw offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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The price is $24
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Total includes taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

Property is also known as

Famous Kalaw
Famous Hotel Kalaw Hotel
Famous Hotel Kalaw Kalaw
Famous Hotel Kalaw Hotel Kalaw

Frequently asked questions

How close is Famous Hotel Kalaw to the airport?

Famous Hotel Kalaw is 21.3 mi (32-min drive) away from the Heho (HEH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Famous Hotel Kalaw?

As of Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Famous Hotel Kalaw on Jun 11, 2025 start from $45.01, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Famous Hotel Kalaw have an airport shuttle?

Famous Hotel Kalaw offers an airport shuttle.

Does Famous Hotel Kalaw offer free breakfast?

Famous Hotel Kalaw does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Famous Hotel Kalaw?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Famous Hotel Kalaw?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

Is there free parking at Famous Hotel Kalaw?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Famous Hotel Kalaw have a pool?

Famous Hotel Kalaw features an outdoor pool.

Does Famous Hotel Kalaw have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Famous Hotel Kalaw have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Famous Hotel Kalaw to downtown Kalaw?

Famous Hotel Kalaw is 0.2 mi away from Kalaw.

Famous Hotel Kalaw Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good couple time at Famous.

WE arrived there quite late, 4pm. It was about to be sunset and get cold. Receptionist was very friendly and helpful in giving tips to eateries and sights. The location of the hotel, on top of a hill, gives to great view of the sunset and sunrise as well as being a good marker for navigating back when you explore the small town by foot.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were very eager to help during our stay and could not do more to ensure guests were comfortable. The girl at reception always came running out with an umbrella to meet us in the heavy monsoon rain. Even though we did not mind the weather, we appreciated how the staff went the extra mile. The hotel has stunning views of kalaw and is built in a beautiful hillside location. Our room and balcony had impressive, panoramic views of the area. The only downsides were that breakfast took almost an hour to arrive even though we were the only guests in the restaurant. Because of this we were late for our trek.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and views

Breakfast first morning was poor in buffet style second morning much better with breakfast made on request Tip - do not ring up the guest at 0700 asking if they want a taxi at 12 noon checkout time ??
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

traveller, melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great view - poor service

Staff very loud before 6am- I must have been near staff quarters and they woke me shouting and laughing. Staff poor with English and customer service. Restaurant was expensive and did not have most items on menu. Buffet breakfast was cold. Staff follow you trying to serve you even though a buffet- very irritating. View was great. Rooms were very comfortable (except for the noise from staff!)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Maung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Service Ever!!

Our experience at this hotel was truly amazing! We arrived here after taking the bus from Bagan and instantly spotted the hotel located at the top of the hill. When we arrive we discovered that the hotel had only opened 3 days ago and we were their second guests! We were greeted with cold towels and shown to our clean, beautiful, and large room. Although we could only spend one night here every second of our stay was perfect thanks to the amazing staff. Louis, the manager, speaks incredible English and did everything he could to make our stay memorable. He treated us to a special drink with dinner and in the morning even presented me with the most beautiful traditional outfit. He truly went above and beyond - thank you Louis! The whole service team was so lovely, including bar man Scott, Ko Paing, Ko Phyo, Ko Kyai, and Ko Phowe. Do keep in mind that this is a new hotel and they are still figuring a few things out. A few of the items of the menu that we tried to order were unavailable but the staff were too nice to even care! The food was delicious and the setting overlooking the town is incredible. 100% recommend!!

8/10 Good

Laurent, France

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

très bon hotel

très belle chambre avec une belle vue sur la ville et les montagnes. Petit bémol pour le petit déjeuner mais comme partout en Birmanie.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A notre arrivée, l'hôtel nous a fait choisir entre une chambre avec 2 lits simples, ou 1 chambre avec 1 gd lit double. Voyageant en couple, nous avons opté pour la chambre avec le lit double... qui n'avait pas de fenêtres. Pas ailleurs, Internet ne fonctionnait pas lors de notre venue. Sinon l'hôtel est bien placé, très récent et le service irréprochable. Une piscine permet de se rafraichir avec vue sur la ville.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Een nieuwkomer in Kalaw

Nieuw hotel. Zeer netjes, maar kamers kunnen heel verschillend zijn (suggestie: bekijk verschillende). Het zwembad is eerder zitbad dan om te zwemmen. Ondanks soms lastige communiceren in Engels wel zeer vriendelijk en behulpzaam personeel.