Some 2.5 miles northwest of Mt Popa's main temple, the lovely, lonely Popa Mountain Resort has all-wood bungalows, dramatically set amid lush gardens with striking views over the mountainside. It sits at 2600ft (798m), and nonguests can take a dip in the infinity pool (US$7) while admiring the panoramic sweep of the landscape.
It has a good restaurant (mains US$10 to US$20; 10am to 9.30pm), overlooking the shimmering spires of Mt Popa's temples. You can also have a spa treatment, go horse riding or take a guided hike to the summit of Popa Mountain Park.
It's owned by Tay Za, a businessman who has been criticised for his association with Myanmar's generals.