[Prudence]

If you're just doing the solo room for a few nights, I'd probably recommend AKL. I really enjoyed waking up in the morning and watching the animals get their breakfast delivered. I happen to like the remoteness of it. I wish I had spent more time lounging in the lobby area. I love the smell of spices and the music that plays in the public areas.

I don't think it stands up as well on repeat visits, likely because a large part of its charm is the novelty. We'll probably stay at another property the next time we go, but I'll miss being at AKL.

Bottom line - if you haven't stayed at AKL before, you definitely should do it.