ON A CONTEMPLATIVE JOU NEY

A destination as removed from the wider world as Inle Lake demands a resort where detachment is a priority. Where simplicity is the essence of elegance. Where contemplation, not bustle, reigns supreme. At the Sanctum Inle Resort, arches and cloisters reference the monastic life, opening the doors on a more contemplative experience of travel.

INLE LAKE

floating vegetable garden, fertilized with decaying plant matter. The stilted wooden homes of waterfront villagers.

A destination as lost in time as in the vast, unexplored realm of one of the world's most compelling destinations. This is Inle Lake. As the country's second largest lake, pooled at a lofty 800 meters above seal level, Inle is renowned for its waterborne life. Its stilted homes perch precariously above water levels that rise and fall with the seasons. The lake's channels route splinter boats to some of Asia's most fascinating markets, to pagodas of distinctive grandeur, to a remarkable collection of 1,000 ruined stupas at Inthein Village that date back to the 13th Century, and to a very singular house in the middle of the lake where locals are breeding Burmese cats.

DINING

The RefectoryThe menu at the Refectory celebrates must-eat standards of the Shan culinary arts, from noodles and soups to fresh garden salads. Indeed, Inle is renowned throughout Myanmar for the quality of its organic fruits and vegetables. The Refectory deepens its exploration of regional fare with mohinga, samosa and a delectable palate of curries from wider Myanmar. The restaurant rounds out its meal-time offerings with a full complement of familiar Western dishes. With a mix of indoor and outdoor seating, the Refectory seats 70 at a breakfast buffet, for lunch and at dinner.

The Cloister BarPart-bar, part-lounge and altogether the place to swill a late-day cocktail, the Cloister Bar serves traditional favorites and a wide selection of Myanmar-

from Myanmar, each produced under separate German and French management. A short list of international wines cool in the cellars.

The Chapter House Business CenterThe Chapter House dedicates workspace and Internet connections for those who can't quite detach, who need a live connection elsewhere, or who need time to bear down on work. Leisure travelers can browse an ever-growing library, and choose from a selection of board games.

The Workshop BoutiqueInle is renowned for a variety of handicrafts, especially silk and lotus weaving. Consider the Workshop a repository of the best that Inle has on offer. The hotel is continually on the lookout for exactly the right keepsake or gift. For travelers who'd rather go direct to the source, the hotel can provide directions to the best of the workshops. For those who'd rather forego the legwork, the best of Inle Lake is on display here.

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Rooms

Inspired by the traveler’s quest for change, the rooms at Sanctum Inle Resort celebrate the virtues of a monastic life. Though the design is minimalist, the hotel has integrated all of the modern comforts, from plush beds and air-conditioning, to cable televisions and minibars in each and every room and suite.

Cloister Classic No.47Size : 38-41m2

The resort’s largest room category, the 47 rooms of the Cloister Classic each deliver between 38 and 41 square meters of accommodation on the ground, first and second floors in the Cluster. Each room features a spacious bathroom and garden views.

Cloister Deluxe No. 27Size : 40-50m2

The Cloister Deluxe offer 40 to 50 square meters of accommodation in the Cluster. The interiors are lofty and bright, and feature natural wood floors and views of the resort’s garden.

Hermitage Deluxe No. 07 Size : 48-54m2

Seven Premium Deluxe Rooms round out the accommodation offerings in the resort’s main building. Ranging in size from 48 to 54 square meters, each room features a private terrace and views of the resort’s garden. Each tiled bath comes with double sinks, a tub and separate shower.

Provost Junior Suite No. 10Size : 66m2

At 66 square meters, the Provost Junior Suites deliver views of the lake or the garden. Located in stand-alone villas on the resort grounds, with two suites per villa, each junior suite features a private terrace and elegant timber floors.

Hermitage Suite No. 02Size : 60m2

Each of the resort’s two Hermitage Junior Suites offer views of the lake from the hotel’s main building. Its wooden appointments echo the design aesthetic at large across the resort. Its tiled bath features double sinks. In all, the suite provides 60 square meters of living space.

Abbey Suite No. 02Size : 100m2

A stairway connects the upstairs king bedroom with tiled bath to the downstairs living room and private terrace. Views from the Abbey Suite open to expansive views of the lake. Inside, wooden furnishings, floors and ceiling fans evoke Old World charm. Located on the first floor of the main building, the suite offers 100 square meters of living and sleeping space.

Sanctuary Suite No. 01 Size : 150m2

Lofty ceilings and a private terrace highlight the resort’s most spacious retreat. Two king bedrooms, each with its own tiled bathroom including both tub and shower, connect to a large, shared living room. Located on the first floor of the main building, the suite’s 150 square meters take in views of mountains in the near-distance.