Aureum Palace Hotel and Resort - Bagan

Open - 

2003

Owner - 

Don't ask

Stars - *****

History -

In ancient times Bagan was thought to be a bridge between heaven and earth. It was the capital of the first Myanmar Empire and is one of the richest archaeological sites in South-east Asia. There are over 2,000 well preserved pagodas and temples from the 11th -13th centuries.

Signature -

Horizon pool overlooking the temples with amazing sunset

Rooms - 

114 @ US$ 135 - $685

Claim to Fame - 

Winner of numerous International awards

Innovations - 

Nan Myint Tower 60 meter Bagan Viewing Tower

Feature - 

Private Temple View Dinner, Terrace on the Lake with Classical dance performances, Private Island with a personal butler drawing the rich and famous

View - 

Stunning views of the temples

High Tea - 

The lounge for freshly baked pastries, sorbets, tea and coffee

Facilities - 

27 acres lush tropical gardens, Spa bath in the rooms, The Nature Spa, Hand crafted Teak furnishings, Horse drawn carriage

Unique - 

Prime location by the lake and spectacular views surrounded by the pagodas and temples

Restaurants - 

Xanadu Restaurant - Burmese, Shan, Asian, International  and Italian - Great breakfast buffet - Dinner by the pool overlooking the illuminated temples, Late evening snacks

Bars - 

Signature cocktails at the Hero's Club - special Mandalay rum sour cocktail - Ayarwaddy Poolside Bar

Sights - 

Temples, Hot Air Balloon Ride (one of the best places to do it), Golf (next door)

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