Bagan is an ancient city in Myanmar that is home to over 2,000 Buddhist monuments in the Bagan Archaelogical Area. Many compare it to Cambodia's Angkor, with all the ancient structures and religious monuments. Because Myanmar has recently just welcomed tourists, this place is still unspoilt.
If you plan to go to this side of Myanmar, here are some of the best places to stay.
How to get there
Traveling there from the capital city of Yangon can be done by taking the bus, train, or plane. If you want a hassle-free travel from Yangon to Bagan, you will need to shell out around $130 to $150. Train travel could take 17 hours at $40 but it is not highly recommended because of its constant crashes. If you travel by bus, it would cost you around $15 with 10 hours traveling time.
1. Blue Bird
A 3- star hotel that is located in New Bagan, one kilometer from the city, Blue Bird offers the best accommodations for business and leisure trips. It is near key historic places such as Eight Faces Paya, Archaeological Museum, and Ananda Pahto.
2. Thazin Garden Hotel
Thazin is near one of the Buddhist shrines in the Bagan Archaelogical Area which allows lodgers to see a clear view of the monument. The ground is decorated by plants, flowers, and palm trees and offers a beautiful sight of the hills and pagodas.
3. Aureum Palace
One of the best luxury hotel in Bagan, Aureum Palace is located beside a lake in the Arcahelogical Area. It has 87 villas and an infinity pool where you can see a scenic spot overseeing the pagodas. The Jasmin Villa offers guest a private view of the lake.
4. The Hotel
The Hotel is located at the Tharabar Gate, the city gate to Old Bagan. It is a 64-room hotel which are arranged in villas. Luxurious gardens and pools are open to guests.
5. Mandalay Hill Resort
A five-star that is located on the foot of the Mandalay Hill. The highest floor offers a spectacular view of the walled Royal Palace.
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