Name: Ostello Bello Bagan Pool
Address: Hkan Latt Quarter, Main Road New Bagan, New Bagan, 11111 Bagan, Myanmar, Hkan Latt Quarter, Main Road New Bagan, Mandalay Region, 11111, Myanmar
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $7 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.9

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Hostel Ostello Bello Bagan Pool

This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in friendly locals, culture and scenery – Check location Hkan Latt Quarter, Main Road New Bagan, New Bagan, 11111 Bagan, Myanmar – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in friendly locals, culture and scenery – Check location

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Clean, decent breakfast, free water and tea, convenient location, nice staff, bathroom and shower and luggage room to use after you checkout.

Amy

Indonesia

Great and helpful staff who let me check in after the night bus and provided with the coffee, shower, and helpful directions. Clean rooms. comfy beds. Cool vibe. Met some nice people there. Wonderful experience!

Kasia

United States of America

Great for solo travellers as they have events every evening and organised tour everyday

Carolina

United Kingdom

The pool was a great way to cool down in the afternoon.

Agnes

United States of America

Loved having the pool ... great to cool down after a day exploring!

Dónal

Ireland

There r many activities to do here and u can meet new friends i think its the best choice for traveller who wanna meet new friends

Manusawee

Thailand

Pool was great. Good location. Tour options were available. The other Ostello Bello was down the street - this one is smaller and a little quieter. Rooms were nice.

Weg

United States of America

The location is great, the hostel is comfy and the pool area is pretty nice to hang out during the afternoon when is too hot to walk around. They have an amazing breakfast for a hostel standard, with options of fruits, croissant, toasts...

Tuane

Brazil

The pool was such a nice reprieve from the hot dusty weather, especially after long days out on a scooter. I stayed in a 4-bed female dorm with an ensuite bathroom, really good especially with the pool so nearby so it was easy to just change and shower without too many people fighting for the bathroom. Location in New Bagan was pretty good - nice eateries just down the road you could walk to if you had to, and a scooter rental right outside the door (bargain your daily rate a little, and they are pretty nice people overall). The free scooter tour is a great way to orientate yourself to Bagan and make some new friends quickly, and something to do while waiting to check in when you arrive on the very early morning bus from Yangon.

Jac11jac

Singapore

This is one of the nicest hostels I have been, it has a cozy and relaxed ambience, met some amazing folks here. And yes when it gets hot, the pool is divine! The staff was so kind to offer me a dorm for myself, upon my request for a lower bed.

Chethan

Hong Kong

9.1

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What guests loved the most:
“Clean, decent breakfast, free water and tea, convenient location, nice staff, bathroom and shower and luggage room to use after you checkout.”

Amy Indonesia
“Great and helpful staff who let me check in after the night bus and provided with the coffee, shower, and helpful directions. Clean rooms. comfy beds. Cool vibe. Met some nice people there.”

Kasia United States of America
“Great for solo travellers as they have events every evening and organised tour everyday”

Carolina United Kingdom
“The pool was a great way to cool down in the afternoon.”

Agnes United States of America
“Loved having the pool ... great to cool down after a day exploring!”

Dónal Ireland
“There r many activities to do here and u can meet new friends i think its the best choice for traveller who wanna meet new friends”

Manusawee Thailand
“Pool was great. Good location. Tour options were available. The other Ostello Bello was down the street - this one is smaller and a little quieter. Rooms were nice.”

Weg United States of America
“The location is great, the hostel is comfy and the pool area is pretty nice to hang out during the afternoon when is too hot to walk around.”

Tuane Brazil
“The pool was such a nice reprieve from the hot dusty weather, especially after long days out on a scooter.”

Jac11jac Singapore
“This is one of the nicest hostels I have been, it has a cozy and relaxed ambience, met some amazing folks here. And yes when it gets hot, the pool is divine!”

Chethan Hong Kong

Ostello Bello Bagan Pool has Restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a bar and shared lounge in Bagan. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The property has evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk.

With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also have free WiFi.

Guests at Ostello Bello Bagan Pool can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast.

Manuha Temple is 1.6 miles from the accommodation, while Gubyaukgyi Temple is 2 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Nyaung-u Airport, 6 miles from Ostello Bello Bagan Pool.

New Bagan is a great choice for travelers interested in friendly locals, culture and scenery.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Bagan! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Non-smoking rooms

Bar

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.1 for two-person stays.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

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Continental, Asian, American, Buffet

Free WiFi
Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Closest Landmarks *

Manuha Temple
1.5 miles
Gubyaukgyi Temple
1.9 miles
Dhammayazika Pagoda
1.9 miles
Mingalar Zedi Pagoda
2 miles
Law Ka Ou Shaung
2.1 miles
Shinbinthalyaung Temple
2.2 miles
Dhammayan Gyi Temple
2.3 miles
Pa Tha Da Temple
2.3 miles
Bagan Archaeological Museum
2.5 miles
That Byin Nyu Temple
2.6 miles

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Ostello Bello Bagan Restaurant
0.2 miles
Ostello Bello Bagan Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles
7 Sisters Restaurant
0.2 miles
The Moon II Restaurant
0.4 miles
New Bagan Morning Market Market
0.4 miles

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Yrawaddy River River
0.4 miles

Closest Airports *

Nyaung-u Airport
5.4 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Firstly they are prompt to reply. I mailed them before I reached Bagan with specific request for a lower bunk bed and a request for a pick up which was arranged...”

Indiastretched

India

“100% recommendable, pool is amazing and good areas to socialize. Bed comfortable.”

Ana

Spain

8.7

“All is very good : good wifi, nice staff very helpful, excellent brashest (buffet), lots of activities, very clean place, swimming pool... Very easy to rent sc...”

Aline

France

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Ostello Bello Bagan Restaurant and Bar

Food: Italian, Mediterranean, Pizza, Asian, International, European

Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktail hour

Menu: À la carte

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2:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above are considered adults at this property.

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Pets are not allowed.

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“Great and helpful staff who let me check in after the night bus and provided with the coffee, shower, and helpful directions. Clean rooms. comfy beds. Cool vibe. Met some nice people there. Wonderful experience!”

“Pool was great. Good location. Tour options were available. The other Ostello Bello was down the street - this one is smaller and a little quieter. Rooms were nice. ”

“The location is great, the hostel is comfy and the pool area is pretty nice to hang out during the afternoon when is too hot to walk around. They have an amazing breakfast for a hostel standard, with options of fruits, croissant, toasts...”

“The pool was such a nice reprieve from the hot dusty weather, especially after long days out on a scooter. I stayed in a 4-bed female dorm with an ensuite bathroom, really good especially with the pool so nearby so it was easy to just change and shower without too many people fighting for the bathroom. Location in New Bagan was pretty good - nice eateries just down the road you could walk to if you had to, and a scooter rental right outside the door (bargain your daily rate a little, and they are pretty nice people overall). The free scooter tour is a great way to orientate yourself to Bagan and make some new friends quickly, and something to do while waiting to check in when you arrive on the very early morning bus from Yangon.”

“This is one of the nicest hostels I have been, it has a cozy and relaxed ambience, met some amazing folks here. And yes when it gets hot, the pool is divine! The staff was so kind to offer me a dorm for myself, upon my request for a lower bed.”

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Reviewed: May 26, 2019

Kim
India

4 helpful votes
10

“Great atmosphere and early check in”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The pool was out of use, but we could swing at the pool from an other hotel.
Good organised. Kind staff and nice rooms.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 7, 2019

Franxe
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The electricity have some problems but it was for the city
So comfortable, clean and good vibes

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: April 22, 2019

Aga
Poland
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Amazing staff! Many thanks an Alona! My B-Day cake was delicious!

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 22, 2019

Aleksandra
Poland
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great and helpful stuff. Really nice and clean room (4 girls dorm) with private bathroom. Good breakfast.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 19, 2019

indiastretched
India
10

“Full value for money and highly recommended.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 10 nights
Only thing that can improve is maybe they can have a rotating menu on the breakfast.
Firstly they are prompt to reply. I mailed them before I reached Bagan with specific request for a lower bunk bed and a request for a pick up which was arranged smoothly. The Hostel is very conveniently located with a number of convenience stores around and a wide variety of restaurants to eat out from. The staff is extremely organised, efficient and helpful. They are also well versed in the English language and very knowledgable about the logistics of travel in and around Bagan. The pool is a real bonus here and it is the best place to cool down in the evening because Bagan can be extremely hot throughout the day. The e-bike hire right outside is also an added benefit of staying here! The rooms are cleaned daily and the place is overall very clean and hygienic. Breakfast is served really early morning at 6 which is great because most of the activity (like watching sunrise) happens in the morning at Bagan. You can also ask for a laptop (free of cost) if you have any personal internet work to do!

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 18, 2019

Ana
Spain

1 helpful vote
8.8

“Good place!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Its a little bit noisy. Dorm is quite small for 10 people.
100% recommendable, pool is amazing and good areas to socialize. Bed comfortable.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 5, 2019

Mario
China
10

“Perfect”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Not Allow people singing with guitar at 10:00PM . It says national rule :)
Politeness

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 1, 2019

Kazumasa
Japan
Age group: 18 – 24
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
You can't bring your own drink...
Good Location.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 31, 2019

Dipak
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.6

“Great stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No complaints.
Good location. Rooms were clean and comfortable, we stayed in a private room. They had free guided tours around Bagan, all you need to get is an e-bike. Swimming pool was nice especially during the hot hours of the day. Staff were helpful and would try and give you all the information you need. Breakfast was good, nothing special but good enough. It’s a sociable place and we met a lot of nice people. We had a great stay, I would highly recommend.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 26, 2019

Anastasia
Vietnam
Age group: 25 – 34

1 helpful vote
9.6

“Great atmosphere and incredible staff!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Literally nothing!
The staff was INCREDIBLE and so friendly. I arrived at 5am and was greeted with warm smiles, coffee, and a place to sleep. Ostello Bello offers so many activities that are low cost it is worth paying a little extra to stay here. They can help answer all your questions and it's a really really easy way to meet people. The breakfast here was buffet style which I really liked. I also highly recommend going to the massage place they recommend and doing the sunset yoga class!

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 18, 2019

Vishal
India
Age group: 18 – 24

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing,
Everything, even they let me stay for more time in their hotel

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 8, 2019

Lisa
8.3

“Pool is real nice”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Sometimes a bit loud and pushy with drinking games. We were eating and they started to take our table for beerpong in the middle of our meal. At the same time quite fun people
Great pool. Pretty good location. Breakfast is pretty nice. Great tours!

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 7, 2019

Marco Mucchiut
Italy
Age group: 25 – 34
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I couldn’t open the windows in the toilet
The staff! Very Helpful! The receptions are amazing.... and also massive thanks to Barbara and Tristan for organising the sunrise view in the middle of the Pagodas

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 5, 2019

Jan
Germany

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Nice Staffs. Clean and comfortable rooms!!

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: February 24, 2019

Sam
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The pool was super cold, a shock to the system when.it was so hot.
Staff where really helpful, place was clean. People where nice and good atmosphere about the place. Breakfast was also good, changed things round a little every day!

Stayed in February 2019

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