There can’t be many hotels in the world that have such picturesque and serene surroundings as the Kumudara. The hotel is set in green fields dotted with temples. I didn’t have to travel miles to see these ancient buildings that make Bagan a must-visit feature on any travel itinerary to Myanmar. As I sat on the porch outside my room each morning sipping my coffee and looking at the stupas I couldn’t help feeling that time didn’t exist.
The hotel itself is a collection of spacious bungalows well set out around pleasant lawns. The rooms are large, and though the furniture and fittings have seen their best days, there’s a certain charm to its rundown condition. This is amply made up for by its cleanliness and the stunning views outside the windows.
Even a swim in the pool under the setting sun is an experience when surrounded by the temples.
The restaurant is a revelation. Don’t just try the Burmese dishes; savour other cuisines with a Kumudara twist. Dinner in such a setting is an experience that must not be missed.
If star ratings are awarded for staff for politeness, friendliness, helpfulness, etc. then surely the Kumudara is a ten-star hotel.
I will revisit Bagan just for the Kumudara experience.
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