This traditionally designed hotel is situated amidst the grounds of the royal palace against a historical background between pagodas dating back to the 11th century and lies right on the banks of the Ayeyarwaddy River. It provides the ideal place for watching the sunset in River View Garden, an old park with old trees and a teak wood plantation. Gawdawpalin pagoda is about 50 m away, whilst the archaeological museum is 200 m away, Thatpyinnya pagoda is 400 m away, the Royal Palace is 500 m away, Ananda pagoda and shops are 1 km away. Air Mandalay flies to Rakhine in about 50 minutes. This small hotel was built 30 years ago and was transformed in 1996 to the air-conditioned club resort it is today. Renovated in 2004, this hotel has a total of 117 rooms spread across two neighbouring buildings with 3 floors, of which 4 are wheelchair accessible and 37 are suites. Many films have been shot in the hotel garden. Amongst the facilities count a foyer with 24-hour reception desk and a safe. This designer hotel comprises a kiosk, 2 shops, a hairdressing salon, an auditorium, a games room, a TV room, 3 conference rooms (capacity of up to 400 people) and public Internet access. Three breakfast rooms, a café, two bars and four restaurants are also to be found in the hotel. Also available at this hotel are 24-hour room service, 24-hour butler service, 24-hour medical attention and a 24-hour manager. Free of charge car parking and carwash services may also be taken advantage of by guests, as may the bicycle storage room and hire service. For younger guests there is a playground and children's club available.