Fodor's Expert Review Paramount Inle Resort

Though by no means budget, this is one of the less expensive hotels on the lake proper. All buildings here are on stilts, and the charming bungalows are teak with thatched roofs. The hotel is surrounded by floating greenery, which breaks up the otherwise infinite expanse of water. As with the other hotels far from the jetty, what you lose in nighttime activities and eating options you make up for in gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. The food at the restaurant is fine—nothing mind-blowing, but plenty to choose from, all of it pleasant. Lake-facing rooms offer the best view but are noisy because of boats motoring up at 6 am. If you're a light sleeper, get a garden view room, take in sunset at the restaurant, and pop in ear plugs.