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Novotel Yangon Max, Yangon

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Novotel Yangon Max

Yangon, Myanmar

Novotel Yangon Max in Yangon, Myanmar offers 351 rooms including a 317 m² presidential suite and features four restaurants and bars, including a rooftop European cuisine venue. The hotel provides a swimming pool, spa, tennis court, and nine meeting rooms with a 12 m high ceiling ballroom, located just 20 minutes from Yangon International Airport.

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93.1/100 · EMPTYJET Consensus

“Novotel Yangon Max in Yangon, Myanmar is a Selected entry in the EMPTYJET guide of 7,777 hotels on Earth.”

The EMPTYJET dossier

Overview

Novotel Yangon Max is a contemporary hotel located in Yangon, Myanmar, offering a comprehensive range of amenities and services for both business and leisure travellers. With 351 rooms and suites, the property provides a variety of accommodation options, complemented by four restaurants and four bars. Facilities include a swimming pool, spa, tennis court, fitness centre, and nine flexible meeting rooms with a high-ceilinged ballroom. The hotel is situated just 20 minutes from Yangon International Airport and is within close proximity to key city landmarks, embassies, and business areas. Its location also allows easy access to the sacred Shwedagon Pagoda and the Junction Square shopping centre. Typical nightly rates are around US$71, positioning the hotel as an accessible option in the city’s hospitality landscape.

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Why this grade

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Rooms & suites

The hotel features 351 intuitively designed rooms and suites, catering to a variety of guest preferences. Accommodation options include:

  • Deluxe Room with Large Twin Beds: Measuring 32 m², these rooms accommodate up to four persons with two single beds, providing ample space for families or groups.
  • Luxury Executive King Bed Rooms: These rooms offer access to an exclusive lounge, cocktail hour, superior amenities, and views of the city or poolside.
  • Luxury Executive Twin Bed Rooms: Similar to the King Bed category, these rooms provide lounge access, cocktail hour, superior amenities, and views of the historic side or "The Green Room".
  • Suite Room: Suites feature a separate living area, sofa, bathtub, and rain shower, offering additional comfort and privacy.
  • Presidential Suite: The most expansive accommodation, the Presidential Suite spans 317 m², providing a generous layout for distinguished guests.

All rooms are designed to balance comfort and functionality, with select categories offering enhanced amenities and exclusive access.

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Dining

Novotel Yangon Max offers a diverse culinary experience across its four restaurants and four bars:

  • The Square: This restaurant specialises in Asian and international cuisine, with fresh meals prepared in front of guests. It is known for its buffet breakfast, available from 06:30 to 10:00 am at USD 18 plus taxes per person.
  • Le Cellier Wine Bar & Restaurant: Located on the rooftop, Le Cellier serves European cuisine and features an impressive wine cellar, making it a destination for wine enthusiasts and those seeking refined dining with city views.
  • Time Out Sports Bar: A dedicated sports bar equipped with large screens, games, tap beers, and finger foods, providing a casual setting for socialising and watching live sports events.

The hotel’s dining venues are designed to cater to a range of tastes and occasions, from casual gatherings to more formal meals.

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Spa & wellness

Guests at Novotel Yangon Max have access to a comprehensive wellness offering, including a spa, swimming pool, tennis court, and fitness centre. The spa provides a range of treatments, while the pool and fitness facilities support both relaxation and active pursuits. The presence of a tennis court further enhances the recreational options available on site.

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Service & reputation

Novotel Yangon Max enjoys a strong reputation for service, as reflected in its guest review scores. These consistently high ratings across major platforms indicate a high level of guest satisfaction and reliable service standards.

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Location & setting

The hotel is strategically located on Pyay Road, just 20 minutes from Yangon International Airport (RGN) and about 10 kilometres from the airport. It is within a 10-kilometre radius of most embassies and international organisations, making it convenient for business travellers. The sacred Shwedagon Pagoda is approximately 4 kilometres away, and the Junction Square shopping centre is within walking distance. The property is also near historical downtown Yangon, embassies, and key business areas, providing guests with easy access to both cultural landmarks and commercial hubs.

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The EMPTYJET verdict

Novotel Yangon Max in Yangon, Myanmar is a Selected entry in the EMPTYJET guide of 7,777 hotels on Earth. It records an EMPTYJET Consensus of 95/100 and holds the distinction Best in Country — N°1 house in Myanmar. That combination of cross-platform guest approval and national recognition defines the property's standing in the guide: a highly rated, nationally celebrated hotel whose Consensus score anchors its place among the 7,777 entries. The dossier therefore presents Novotel Yangon Max on the basis of strong guest endorsement and an official national honour.

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At a glance

Location
Yangon, Myanmar
Nearest airport
RGN · Yangon International Airport · 10 km · ≈ 23 min
Hotel type
City
Rooms & suites
351 rooms

EMPTYJET Consensus

93.1 / 100

Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.

EMPTYJET Shortlist — one of 777 houses in line for the starsOne of 777 houses in line for the stars

Analysed from 15,383 guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Accor, Trip.com, Agoda and Booking.com.

Most noted: service.

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