I will have to split this review is 3.
1. Location is just exeptional! You are surrounded by temples already , and they have x2 in their own grounds. Old Bagan is just spectacular - we used tuk tuk to explore (as i was nearly 8months pregnant and didnt want to go on electric bike , we also against animal abuse , and making poor horses to go around temples in a heat of C30+ isnt something i would recommend). Just outside hotel there are planty tuk tuk , taxi and bike rental service.
Downside there isnt many restaurants near by and hotel is rather expensive (avarage $10 per person for a dinner).
2. They Riverside restaurants offers most amazing sunset view of the river - stunning place , and food is really good, however rather pricy - but this was our luxury treat for a south asian tour.
3. Room - hmmm... has everything you need, but definately needs upgrading , walls needs repainting, bathroom rather old and towels clean , but a bit off colour. Perhaps not the best , but this shouldnt put you off as at the end yopu wont spend much time in the room.
Hotel surroundings are just amazing and many lovely areas to relax, beautiful swimming pool and great little escape.
If not for a room itself i would give 4stars to hotel itself.