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Shannkalay Hostel

1.0 star property
Travelers relax with books on the sun-drenched terrace at this Botahtaung retreat, where staff provide expert guidance for exploring nearby attractions

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Shannkalay Hostel in Botahtaung offers a comfy stay with thoughtful amenities. Guests can browse the library and read on the sunny terrace. The property provides free in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and staff assistance with booking tours and tickets to local sites.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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Budget Twin Room, No Windows | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Budget Twin Room, No Windows

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Budget Double Room, No Windows | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Budget Double Room, No Windows

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, No Windows | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, No Windows

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Bed in Shared Dormitory | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Single Bed in Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Traditional Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
4 bathrooms
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Botahtaung, a neighborhood in Yangon, is home to Shannkalay Hostel. Secretariat Office and Botataung Pagoda are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Yangon Zoological Gardens and Yangon Water Boom. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Bogyoke Aung San Stadium, or consider a night out at Myanmar Event Park. Visit our Yangon travel guide
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11162, Yangon, No. 166/ 168, 3rd Floor, 49th Street (Upper Block)

What's nearby

  • Sunset in Maha Bandula Park is pretty nice. So many locals come to hang out, meet friends, read, listen to music and play. A beautiful spot.
    Central Business District
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Morning 🌤🌤🌤
    Sule Pagoda
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Secretariat Office
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • St. Mary's Cathedral
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Botataung Pagoda
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Yangon Central Railway Station
    14 min drive
  • Yangon Intl. Airport (RGN)
    60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Golden City Chit Tee Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • Thai 47
    4 min walk
  • Paduk Yeik Cold Drink
    4 min walk
  • Sha Yi Kachin Food
    3 min walk
  • May Kyin Shan Restaurant (မေကြင်ရှမ်း)
    5 min walk

About this property

Shannkalay Hostel

Hostel located in Botahtaung
At Shannkalay Hostel, you can look forward to a terrace, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a gift shop, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Shannkalay Hostel include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2007
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited 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

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per vehicle

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Property is also known as

Shannkalay Hostel Yangon
Shannkalay Yangon
Shannkalay
Shannkalay Hostel Yangon
Shannkalay Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Shannkalay Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Yangon

Frequently asked questions

Is Shannkalay Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shannkalay Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Shannkalay Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Shannkalay Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 15 per vehicle applies.

Where is Shannkalay Hostel located?

Located in Botahtaung, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Sikh Temple, St. Mary's Cathedral, and Secretariat Office. Central Business District and Maha Bandoola Garden are also within 15 minutes. Yangon Central Railway Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Shannkalay Hostel Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
small and small, a bit dirty that's it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

DANIELLE. NATHALIE

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

petit pieds a terre a rangoon

c est un petit hotel tres sympa ho il n y a pas le grand confort mais on est au centre c est pas cher du tout et le personnel est tres sympa au retour on y est revenu la 3 jours les voyageurs seront ravis les prouts prouts pas du tout nous on est tres satisfaites
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Klein aber fein

Das Zimmer war klein, ohne Fenster, dafür mit AC und netten Dekorationen. Alles war sehr sauber, das Personal nett und freundlich.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017