Villy1111 Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 (edited) Dear Users who plan on visiting to Yangon, Myanmar, or have any friends who'd go, Hello! If you plan on paying less for your accommodations in Yangon, keep reading! My uncle runs a local guest house by the name of "Mahabandoola Guest House" that offers one of the cheapest rates in Yangon that I know of. Rates : 5$ per person per night in a single room 10$ for 2 person per night in a double room 15$ for 3 person per night in a double room with an extra mattress 10$ for a single person per night in a DOUBLE room (some people prefer this for some reason, befuddles me) The place is also located right in the middle of downtown Yangon, close to landmarks nearby that are considered "must-see" sites. Must see sites nearby (Landmarks, places of cultural value etc.) : Bogyoke Aung Sann Market (The one and only - biggest market in Yangon, the place you should go for Souvenirs, Gems, Jewelry etc.) Sule Pagoda ( Only about 50 m from the staircase to the Guest House) The Water Ferry Terminal (If you're planning on going on an adventure to the other side of the river. I would but then .... I'd do a lot of things ) Junction Mawtin Shopping Mall ( One of the only malls that makes you feel like you're in another country) Railway station (IF YOU'RE FEELING EXTRA ADVENTUROUS) Offers accommodation of sorts; single-bed, 2 single-beds, double-bed, and double-bed with an extra mattress for a third person. Offers air-conditioned room at the same rates as normal ones with fans (more on this later), however they are limited (not every room) so if you could call and book ahead, you'd have more chances of sleeping cool. Pictures provided below. (RED ARROWS POINT TO THE BUILDING) (BLACK ARROWS POINT TO THE SULE PAGODA ) Supplies Soap, Towels and Clean Bedsheets and Pillowcases (Surprise! ... All jokes aside, I've been to some "Motels" that didn't have these, just adding so that people don't assume the same) Pros (In My Humble Opinion) : Conveniently located in downtown Yangon Friendly Owner (He's quite outgoing, even though his English is not perfect - it is quite clear, he speaks a bit of Japanese too.) Cheap way-out-of-your-mind rates. (Worth it too. Considering the location and that the competition charges you around 15$ per person per night for Air-conditioned and breakfast and with private bathroom. (10 extra bucks for a breakfast and private WC ?! Come on ! Just ditch those! ) Safe and monitored.(Has 4 security cameras installed. Not in the bedroom, mind you.) Cons (Yeah, it has some and I'm not ashamed to admit it) : Located on the 2nd floor, stairs only (Might be a Problem fpr people with cardiovascular diseases who can't really climb. Or with weak legs. Or with no legs. ) Infrequent blackouts (Runs a generator for lights and fans, but however no air-conditioning during this period) Not Private Bathrooms and Toilets Rooms very basic (Only bed, light, Air-conditioning OR fan, and.... floor) Extra info : Mahabandoola was a commander-in-chief of armed forces of Burma and is also the name of the street .. so if you lose your way, quite easy to get back. WELL! You are all welcome if you do decide to come. So yeah.... Wait! I almost forgot! Details : Mahabandoola Guest House Room No. 453/459 ( 2nd Floor) Building No. 93, Corner of Maha Bandoola Road and 32nd Street, Near Sule Pagoda, Pabedan Township, Yangon. Telephone (place) : 248104 Telephone (Moblie / BOSS) : 09-54-11-368 Have a nice day! If you have any questions, feel free to inbox me. Edited May 16, 2012 by Villy1111 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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JoePai Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 Thank you very much, good write-up. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villy1111 Posted May 22, 2012 Author Share Posted May 22, 2012 Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asiantravel Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 (edited) Thank you very much, good write-up. i second that ! i will come there in August and i will stay at Mahabandoola Guest House Edited June 19, 2012 by Asiantravel 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villy1111 Posted June 24, 2012 Author Share Posted June 24, 2012 Thank you very much, good write-up. i second that ! i will come there in August and i will stay at Mahabandoola Guest House Awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cockerdoodledo Posted July 9, 2012 Share Posted July 9, 2012 Thank you very much, good write-up. i second that ! i will come there in August and i will stay at Mahabandoola Guest House Awesome! At 5 bucks a night it is probably the cheapest around, no is the cheapest,.....but it truly is for the most hardened backpacker. decent rates can be had for about 15 bucks single,24 for double. Do something with that bathroom,gees,then charge a bit more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IsaanUSA Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 Any trip reports for this place? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villy1111 Posted October 4, 2012 Author Share Posted October 4, 2012 Wish there would be. Would definitely boost up the credibility of the place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaVisionBurma Posted October 5, 2012 Share Posted October 5, 2012 I went and had a look to see what it was like - decided not to stay there... It really is at the low end of accommodation options in central Yangon. I have stayed in various types of hotels & guest houses over the past few months - and this one is really for cash strapped backpackers on a very tight budget. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IsaanUSA Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 Thanks for the report SeaVision Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coodhi Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 (edited) I will be going to Yangon in a couple of weeks time and check out the locations myself. I shall rate it. I wander if the place is guest friendly, if we can bring over night guests? How to get from Airport to hotel my friend? Cheers Edited November 22, 2012 by coodhi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaVisionBurma Posted November 23, 2012 Share Posted November 23, 2012 Hi coodhi, Generally the lower priced hotels and guest houses are not 'visitor' friendly - normally there are signs saying that non-registered guests cannot be entertained in rooms. Higher end hotels may allow you to have a guest though. Taxi from Airport to downtown Yangon - available from the airport (you will be approached as soon as you clear customs). Price quoted will be around 8,000 kyats (about $10) - but you should be able to bargain down to 7,000 kyats or less if you walk to the main road. If you do stay in some cheaper hotels and/or guest houses - and want to write a review - feel free to add to this thread http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/597713-cheap-guesthouse-hotel-accommodation-in-yangon-thread/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coodhi Posted November 27, 2012 Share Posted November 27, 2012 Hi coodhi, Generally the lower priced hotels and guest houses are not 'visitor' friendly - normally there are signs saying that non-registered guests cannot be entertained in rooms. Higher end hotels may allow you to have a guest though. Taxi from Airport to downtown Yangon - available from the airport (you will be approached as soon as you clear customs). Price quoted will be around 8,000 kyats (about $10) - but you should be able to bargain down to 7,000 kyats or less if you walk to the main road. If you do stay in some cheaper hotels and/or guest houses - and want to write a review - feel free to add to this thread http://www.thaivisa....-yangon-thread/ Thanks for the reply, is there any Bus that will bring me to Sule Pagoda area from Airport, or a close location? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaVisionBurma Posted November 27, 2012 Share Posted November 27, 2012 I haven't caught a bus from the airport before. As I understand, you get a local transport to the bus stops at 10 mile, then take a bus downtown from there. You'll need to do your own research on it, unless anyone else here can offer up to date bus information.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangkokburning Posted December 11, 2012 Share Posted December 11, 2012 I had a look at this place over a year ago. Never bothered to see the rooms. Id stay there save for proximity to.the main road (noise). Not ez to find cheap digs these dsys in YGN. Was not for most of you guys sure. Me, I just need a clean room.and decent bed when Im on the move. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangkokburning Posted December 11, 2012 Share Posted December 11, 2012 You can grab a taxi to Sule for 4 or 5 bux. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaVisionBurma Posted December 11, 2012 Share Posted December 11, 2012 You can grab a taxi to Sule for 4 or 5 bux. from where? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phazey Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 You can grab a taxi to Sule for 4 or 5 bux. from where? Aung San Stadium 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangkokburning Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 We took a taxi from the airport to Sule for 4-5 bucks if memory serves. 2010. Outside the door, on the street. Duty free is cheaper than Swampy fyi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaVisionBurma Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 Cheapest taxi to downtown/Sule from the airport now is around 6,000 kyats, or $8 - although they will try it on with new arrivals by asking $10 first. Best to change some money in the airport and offer 6,000 in kyats. Agree about the duty free though - so cheap in Yangon. A litre of half decent scotch for $13, and a litre of Bombay Sapphire gin is $17! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigt3365 Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Now you are talking!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CookieH Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 Hello, we are arriving on thursday 21th february in Yangon Is there a double room available at Mahabandoola Guest House at 10 US, for 2 or 3 nights ! Thanks ! Cookie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gilbert1 Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 I would like to book for single bed; check in 11 April and check out 15 April 2013. How much the charges? where is your location? do you pick up from air-port? email address: [email protected] Rgds, Gilbert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gilbert1 Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 (edited) I would like to book for single bed; check in 11 April and check out 15 April 2013. How much the charges? where is your location? do you pick up from air-port? <contact details removed> Rgds, Gilbert Edited April 6, 2013 by SeaVisionBurma removed personal contact details Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaVisionBurma Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 Personal contact details have been removed from above post. Please note it is against forum rules to publish any direct contact details Please use the PM function for this purpose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
54321 Posted April 2, 2014 Share Posted April 2, 2014 I stayed there last year. Villys description is spot on. I could have stayed in a faceless hotel, and treated like a king, but stayed in a friendly guest house and treated like a friend. The money you spend there does not go to a multinational hotel group it stays in the local economy. Yes itprobably is in need of a few improvements, but it's cheap, clean, the staff are very friendly and helpful, and I will be going back in may. The location is great, with an array of local and a few more touristy bars and restaurants or indeed excellent street food On my departure I bought a box of doughnuts for the staff, which hopefully gives an indication as to how much I appreciated the help and info from the staff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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