Hotels in Bhutan
 Almost all the hotels available in Bhutan are built in classical Bhutanese style coupled with modern comfort. Although the best units can not be compared to international standard nevertheless they offers reasonably decent, comfortable accommodation and delicious food. Situated conveniently in the heart of city or around spectacular landscape, the accommodation establishments maintain government prescribed standard. Hotels in Western Bhutan (Thimphu, Paro, Punakha, Wangduephodrang) and Southern town of Phunetsholing are of good standard however when one ventures into central and eastern part of the country, the lodging gets more rudimentary. Listed below the units used by us at various location.
PARO
UMA PARO: Located atop the richly forested serene Paro valley and surrounded all over by lush green hills, Uma Paro offers an exceptional 5-star hotel experience in Paro, the cultural heart of the tiny Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan. Keeping with local Bhutanese aesthetic character and contemporary Ambience, hotel offers an exquisite traditional experience. Secluded in calm environment the hotel provide a kaleidoscopic view of pristine surrounding from its lavishly comfortable guestrooms and lobby window.
Dining is in style, in its traditionally themed restaurant, Bukhari, set amidst tall pine forest. Specialties include 'sicum paa' or dried local pork with Bhutanese chilli, and 'bathup', a hearty soup based on handmade noodles. Apart from local cuisines Indian specialties, continental as well as Asian delicacies are served in style. Uma Paro bar is the best place to unwind enjoying the surrounding relaxing sights and sounds.
The spiritually awakening holistic adventure at Uma Paro combined with thorough exploration of cultural and natural heritages of Bhutan is the best eternal experience.
ACCOMMODATION
Superior Rooms: These comfortable double rooms overlook the surrounding pine forests and feature a king-sized bed, hand-painted traditional Bhutanese wall designs and a well-appointed bathroom with combined shower bathtub.
Deluxe Rooms: Larger than the Superior Rooms, Deluxe Rooms provide undisturbed views over the Paro Valley. Rooms feature a king-sized bed and generous bathroom with bathtub and separate shower stall.
Suites: These oversized suites have separate dining, sitting and study areas as well as a kitchenette. The bright bedroom features 180-degree views of the Paro Valley. Suites can be inter-connected with a Deluxe Room.
One Bedroom Villas: These spacious free standing villas feature a separate bedroom and sitting area with a traditional Bukhari (wood burning stove) as well as a private spa treatment area. All villas offer personal butler service.
Two Bedroom Villa: The stately Two Bedroom Villa features two king-sized bedrooms, a living area with panoramic views of the Paro Valley, an outdoor hot stone bathtub,a private spa treatment area and an open-air courtyard with fire pit. All villas offer personal butler service.
Restaurants and Bars
- Bukhari, multi-cuisine restaurant serving local, Continental and Asian delicacies.
- Uma Paro Bar Services and Facilities
- Room service
- Laundry
- Currency exchange
- Holistic therapies at COMO Shambhala Retreat.
Zhiwa Ling Hotel: Located in Paro district of Bhutan, the luxurious Zhiwa Ling Hotel is about 12 km from the international airport.
The special features of this magnificent establishments are :
- The hotel is built on 10 acres of land with natural stream flowing through it.
- The main building is fashioned after a Dzong, a traditional Bhutanese temple fortress.
- There are eight 528 sq feet cottages, four two-storey and four three-storey, each with a private
- balcony.
- The hotel features a replica of the ‘Nemyzampa’ the cantilever bridge at Paro Dzong
- The coldest winters need not be worry with temperature throughout the hotel maintained at a
- comfortable 18 to 22 degree Celsius by use of Swedish under floor heating technology
- Using timber from Bhutan’s oldest private monastery, the 450 year old Gangte Goenpa, a
- beautiful temple has been built into the second floor of the main building to honour Bhutan’s
- religious heritage.
- Hundreds of species of rare plants grace the grounds, including rare orchids sourced form the
- Zhemgang region in Eastern Bhutan.
- There is a clear view of Taktsang Monastery from the meditation centre
Rooms & Suites
Zhiwa Ling has 42 rooms and 3 suites
Room Categories : Magnolia, Drukgyel, Juniper
Suites : Blue Poppy, Takin, Royal Raven Suite
Food & Beverage outlet :
• Multi cuisine restaurant leading to dining dec
• Bhutanese specialty restaurant
• The Mad Monk Bar
• Night Club
• Tea House
Spa
• Sauna
• Steam
• Massage
• Fitness Centre
• Traditional Bhutanese hot stone bath
Conference facilities
• Two full equipped banquet halls with a capacity of 80 to 150 guests
• Outdoor Banquet lawns with a capacity of 300 guests
• Board room with a capacity of 8 guests
• Full equipped business centre
Special arrangements which can be orgnanised by hotel with additional cost :
• A prayer hoist ceremony at the time of guest check-in
• Depiction of age old Bhutanese ceremonies and customs (Driglam Namzha)
• Theme Dinners
• Night Club parties
• Picnics
• Archery & Khuru (traditional dart throwing) tournaments
• Short treks with packed food
Village Lodge: Inspired by the lifestyle and rich culture of indigenous Bhutanese people,Village Lodge is admirably constructed in true Bhutanese essence. Located only a few minutes drive from Paro airport and set on the fertile farmland in the middle of vivid Paro valley amid richly forested hills, the lodge offers exquisite traditional experience and luxurious acc ommodation in a peaceful Himalayan environment.
The truly ethnic hospitality bestowed on each guests is one of its kind and is unmatched in entire Bhutanese hospitality industry. In an endeavor to preserve the true essence of the village theme, limited number of guest rooms are constructed so that personalized attention is offered to each of the valued guest. The hotel guests are most welcome to venture into lodge's kitchen to learn the art of Bhutanese culinary or simply watch the expert Chef preparing Chilli Cheese Ema datshi, the fiery Bhutanese delicacy.
A well stocked bar (Never Underestimate the Spirit acronym, NUTS) with imported and local beverages is the place where guests would sure be looking for to unwind after tiring hike to Taktsang monastery, the Tiger's nest located on the cleft of the lofty cliff. Dining in the restaurant is exceptional treat you can ever get in entire Bhutan. Also guests can savour their local set dinner or continental delicacies either in open air or in
their traditionally decorated restaurant.
ACCOMMODATION
Nine suite rooms elegantly decorated in Bhutanese architecture are equipped
with underground heating system with bath tub and bathroom.
Restaurants and Bars
. Multi-cuisine restaurant serving local, Continental and Asian delicacies.
. NUTS Bar offers the selection of international and Bhutanese beverages.
Services and Facilities
. Room service
. Laundry
. Currency exchange
* IDD telephone
AMANKORA PARO: Near Balakha Village, 30 minutes from Paro town and the airport, Amankora Paro is located approximately 2,250m above sea level. The views take in 17th century Drukyel Dzong and stretch to 7,300m high, snow-capped Jhomolhari and beyond. There are six blocks with four suites each, two on the ground floor and two on the upper floor. The 24 suites are similar in design featuring natural rammed-earth walls, gently sloping roofs and wood-panelled interiors with a king-size bed, a traditional bukhari (wood-burning stove) and a large terrazzo-clad bath.
Steps rise to a large stone terrace that leads to the lodge's Living Room that is furnished with banquettes and lounging chairs. Adjacent is the Library and a small Boutique and beneath is the Dining Room which opens on an external terrace overlooking a small stream. A track leads to a stone and timber terrace that contains a central fireplace that is surrounded by two lounging areas. On two levels, the Spa contains an arrival area, changing rooms, sauna and steam rooms and a glass-walled yoga suite. Steps lead to the lower level which includes one double treatment room and four single rooms, each fitted with a shower and unique outdoor stone bath.
Hotel Namsey: Situated at beautiful location, 4 kilomteres from Paro town and affording to offer privacy and peace, the hotel offers 40 comfortable rooms with panoramic view of Paro valley.
Hotel facilities include PABX, business centres with internet, restaurant with normal dining as well as private dining facilities, small and large conference spaces, traditional hot stone bath, garden with bonfire area, lounge area with fire places, informal recreational space as well as handicraft shops.
All standard rooms are equipped with phone, attached bath, TV, standard twin beds and painted in traditional style in tune with vibrant Bhutanese culture.
Suite rooms are generously sized and have phone, attached bath, queen size twin beds, flat screen TV, wool carpeted marble floors. Each cottage complex has a private study place, to be shared by the three suite rooms.
Number of rooms : 40
Cuisine : Indian, Chinese, Bhutanese
Restaurant capacity : 100 persons
Tel : 00975 – 8 – 240620 / 272080
Fax : 00975-8-240621
Hotel Olathang: Established in 1974 for guests invited to the coronation of His Majesty the King Jigme Singye Wangchuk, Hotel Olathang is Bhutan’s largest hotel sprawling over 28 acres of wooded land situated atop a hill overlooking the visually stunning and historically fascinating Paro valley.
Hotel Olathang was formerly under Bhutan Tourism Corporation (BTC) till 1991, after which it was incorporated into a Public Limited Company under the banner Bhutan Tourism Corporation Ltd (BTCL). Since then, it has been extensively upgraded and renovated over the years.
The hotel is beautifully located amidst blue pine forests and lush greenery exuding an ambience of peace and tranquility, enthralling visitors with its close intimacy with nature.
The architectural design and structure of its facilities presents a purely Bhutanese touch and feel to it, at the same time maintaining modern amenities, ensuring guests a warm and comfortable stay.
With its well-trained and highly professional team, guests are rendered services with the unmistakable and unique charm of Bhutanese hospitality.
Here, guests have the option of staying in any one of the exquisite wood-paneled 26 rooms in central building or in one of the 33 rooms in the picturesque cottages spread over the pine-forested estate.
Other facilities include a splendid dining hall with a seating capacity of 100 guests as well as a well equipped conference centre with a seating capacity of 250 guests.
The restaurant serve an array of Continental, Chinese, Indian and Bhutanese cuisine prepared by highly qualified and trained chefs. Other services such as catering and banqueting are also offered. The well stocked bar displays a wide selection of international and Bhutanese beverages.
Also included are attached bath, IDD telephone, internet café’, laundry, heating, television, shopping, room service, money exchange.
No of rooms: 59
Restaurant capacity: 175 persons
Cuisine : Bhutanese, Indian, Chinese, Continental
Conference hall capacity (big): 150 persons
Conference hall capacity (small): 30 persons
Tel : 00975-8-271 304 / 271 305 / 271 453
Fax : 00975-8-271 454
Gangtey Palace: The Gangtey Palace is located up on a hill overlooking the town of Paro. It consists of several buildings - two with rooms and also a restaurant/bar. We stayed here for three nights.
The views are stunning and the layout (around an interior courtyard) is very nice. Beware: the rooms vary greatly in quality, from a gorgeous huge room with a queen bed, beautiful furniture and spectacular views (room 210) to a tiny closet with no windows. We stayed in 209 which was a huge room (two twin beds) with a good-sized bathroom. It is much darker than room 210 but still very comfortable (although it doesn't have a good view). There were warm blankets and a good electric heater. The water pressure was OK and the hot water generally reliable. This is definitely an older hotel but, to us at least, that added to the charm.
They have two computers set up with internet access for a fee.
There was a miscommunication about rooms which resulted in one member of our group having to spend the night in the closet room the first night and then a slightly bigger but still very dark room the second night. It may have been the fault of our tour operator - we're not 100% sure. The staff at the Gangtey eventually found a better room but not without much arguing on our part. So be clear about what type of room you are booking at the time that you book it.
Other than this, the service was fine. The food pretty much the same as most other places in Bhutan. Come here for the history and the views.
Tiger’s Nest: Situated in idyllic valley of Paro, about 10 minutes drive from downtown, it comprises cottages, which are set amongst pine trees and has direct view of the two of the most celebrates sights in Bhutan – Taktsang Monastery and Mount. Chomolhari 7,314m). It has 11 well decorated rooms in traditional style, all with private facilities. The other facilities here include ; restaurant & bar, IDD telephone, laundry, money exchange, heating.
Hotel Pegyel: A simple hotel about 9 km from Paro town, it is situated in a rural setting among rice fields and adjacent to the river. The hotel offers 16 rooms, all with attached bath, running hot & cold water, restaurant & bar, IDD telephone, money exchange.
Valley View: Spectacularly located, overlooking Paro valley and town and close to important tourist attractions like Ta Dzong (National Museum) and Rinpung Dzong, this charming place offers 20 well designed rooms in traditional style coupled with necessary amenities. The hotel has a sense of peace and serenity with a commanding view of Paro valley. Iys facilities includes : 20 rooms with attached bat, running hot & cold water, restaurant & bar, restaurant serving Indian, Bhutanese and Chinese cuisine, heating, laundry, telephone.
Tel : 00975 – 8 – 272541 / 240107
Fax : 00975 – 8 – 240109
THIMPHU
Hotel Taj Tashi: Nestled right in the heart of the Thimpu valley, Taj Tashi hotel is the perfect blend of Bhutanese traditional and modern architecture. Surrounded by awe-inspiring Himalayan vistas,the ultra modern hotel offers several categories of luxury accommodation. Elegantly adorned with classical hand-drawn Buddhist murals, its guestrooms and suits incorporate the region’s traditional art and colours. Each room offers mesmerizing views of the glistening Himalayan peaks,towering above Thimpu valley.
The Taj Tashi not only offers highly comfortable accommodation in perfectly blissful environment but also serves traditional, Asian as well as continental cuisines. Enjoy Chili Cheese Ema datshi, the fiery Bhutanese delicacy at hotel’s traditional themed restaurant or simply relax at Rims, the airy tea lounge or sip on a drink at the hotel’s bar, Ara or simply pamper yourself in their exclusive spa or heated indoor pool.
Taj Tashi can be made the ideal base to explore the tiny kingdom’s mystical ancient monasteries, witness centuries-old colourful festivals, spectacular high mountain passes and pristine wilderness of Eastern Himalayas.
Accommodation: Spacious, luxuriously appointed rooms blended with Bhutanese art and architecture in a modern setting. The rooms offer exquisite views of the mountains and the township.
• 48 deluxe rooms
• 4 deluxe rooms with sit-out
• 5 luxury rooms
• 3 deluxe suites
• 2 duplex suites
• 4 luxury suites
Restaurants and Bars
• All day dining, multi-cuisine restaurant serving Continental and Asian delicacies.
• Ara Bar (Lounge Bar)
• An authentic Bhutanese cuisine restaurant
• The ‘Rimps’ - the tea lounge, serving a choice selection of teas and coffee complemented by an assortment of confectionery offerings.
Taj Spa
The Taj Spa, is equipped with single and double treatment suites. Guests can indulge in Indian holistic and signature treatments, especially designed to maintain physical, mental and spiritual equilibrium in life.
Services and Facilities
• Room service
• Laundry
• Currency exchange
• Fitness center
Conference and Banquet Facilities
A 2700 square feet conference hall with a capacity of 300 guests in theatre style and 150 guests in sit-down style seating.
Recreation Facilities
• Heated indoor swimming pool
• Fitness center
AMANKORA THIMPU: Thimphu, Bhutan's capital city, is a two-hour drive from Amankora Paro or one and a half hours directly from Paro's international airport. At an altitude of 2,350m, Thimphu lies in a steep valley surrounded by richly forested mountains dotted with ancient monasteries and lhakhangs (temples). The town is built up from the Thimphu Chhu and is centred around the quaint Clock Tower and its surrounding lanes of shops, vegetable and meat markets, and assorted local restaurants. Up the valley lies the impressive Trashichhoe Dzong and the Kingdom's only official golf course, a rolling nine holes set against the back drop of chortens (Buddhist receptacles for offerings), colourfully painted government agencies and the surrounding mountains.
Sited in a pine forest in the upper reaches of the Motithang area of the Thimphu Valley, Amankora Thimphu is a quiet retreat from the hustle and bustle of the Kingdom's booming capital. Dzong-like architecture incorporates high stone, white-washed buildings accessed through an enclosed arrival court. Stairs lead from this entry point to a dramatic combined Living and Dining room with soaring ceilings and wood panelled walls. Adjacent is a flagstone outdoor dining deck with views over the nearby stream and blue pine forest. Stairs lead down to the Spa that is appointed with three treatment rooms, steam and sauna rooms and changing areas.
Two accommodation blocks house a total of 16 suites, featuring a combined living and bedroom that includes a king-size bed, a reading chair and a window banquette providing views across a landscaped courtyard or directly onto the nearby stream and pine forest. Room interiors feature combined wood panel and chocolate brown walls. The traditional bukhari is positioned between the bedroom and the bathroom. The spacious bathroom opens from the bedroom and provides a terrazzo-clad bath that enjoys a view through a vertical slot window. A shower, toilet and twin vanities and hanging space complete the bathroom. The suites are individually heated during the cold winter months.
Hotel Phuntsho pelri: Launched in Apr, 2006 and located in the heart of the nation’s capital, Hotel Phuntshopelri or “The Palace of Great Contentment”, is the blend of true Bhutanese architecture with detailed modern facilities included. As the name suggests in Bhutanese, it is indeed a place where one is assured of a blissful feeling of contentment and peace amongst the high quality and comfort of the hotel.
Looking into the comfort of clients the hotel has been well equipped with imported items of linens, mattresses and beds, cutleries & crockery etc. The furniture, custom designed and made in Bhutan, provide a matching ambience to the rooms with its simplicity and practicality of its design. Here major attraction here is the reception desk counter built in purely traditional style amidst elaborate Bhutanese designs with an alter theme attached to it.
The facilities available :
Total rooms : 49
Studio Apartments – 02
- Sitting room
- Attached kitchen
- 02 bedrooms each with attached bathrooms Suites – 02 Standard/Deluxe rooms – 43
Facilities include:
- TV
- IDD
- 24 hour hot water (Boiler facility)
- Tub & shower
- Laundry
- Business centre
- Complimentary tea & coffee equipment in every room
- Curio shops
- Salon
- Mini shopping mall
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Night club with live band and discotheque
Hotel Motithang: Located in the residential colony of Motithang about 10 minutes drive from Thimphu town square, the hotel features tastefully furnished, comfortable rooms.
The hotel has a sense of peace and serenity with a commanding view of surrounding hills. For the guests wishing to stay slightly far from busy city center, the hotels offers the best choice.
The facilities here include : 14 double rooms with attached bath, running hot & cold water, restaurant and bar, IDD telephone, heating, laundry, money exchange, TV.
The hotel is ideal for small tourists groups, looking for exclusive arrangements and personalized services.
Hotel Motithang has also expertise in making catering arrangement for large VIP gatherings with highly personalized attention.
No of rooms: 14
Restaurant capacity: 30 persons
Cuisine : Bhutanese, Chinese, Indian, Continental
Tel : 00975-2-322435
Fax : 00975-2-328058
Hotel River view: One of the finest property in Thimphu, elegantly situated on the east bank of Thimpu River. It presents commanding view of town and the valley. An interesting feature of the place is the fact that all the rooms overlook Thimphu river and have private balconies offering panoramic vistas.
The hotel is one of the best in Thimphu and quite good in all respects, with all the necessary amenities. The hotel staff are very pleasant, simple and friendly. Even the most discerning guest wouldn't find too much to complain about in River view Hotel.
The facilities available here are ; 50 spacious and well decorated rooms with attached bath, running hot & cold water, bar with the selection of international and Bhutanese beverages, restaurant serving continental, Chinese, Indian and Bhutanese cuisine, IDD telephone, Laundry, Money Exchange, Conference room, Heating, Business Centre, TV, disco.
Hotel River view
Thimphu, Bhutan
Tel : 00975 – 2 – 325029 / 325030 / 325031 / 325032 / 323497
Fax : 00975 – 2 – 323496
Hotel Druk: In the heart of rolling mountains and drifting mist, the Thimphu Druk Hotel, offers a choice of Executive floor and Regular Floor with 53 elegantly appointed rooms. Located in the heart of the capital city of Thimphu, it is one of the finest hotel in town with its modern amenities and quality services.
The restaurant which boasts of serving the finest multi - cuisine in the country, Pine Bark serves Bhutanese, Indian, Chinese and Continental. From casual, all-day eateries to formal, fine dining, guests can look forward to a wide selection of delectable dishes and refreshing drinks.
The hotel’s other facilities include : Bar, Multi Cuisine Restaurant, Business centre, Beauty salon with Aroma Therapy, Steam & Sauna, Laundry Service , Cable / Satellite television.
Hotel Druk
Thimphu
Tel : 00975-2-322966 / 322977 / 323358 / 323359
Fax : 00975-2-322677
Hotel Singye: Centrally located, Hotel Singye offers simple but comfortable accommodation. The hotel is conveniently situated, at heart of Thimphu town with close proximity to important tourist destinations and offers good opportunity to take a stroll around Thimphu main street, visiting local shops and market.
The hotel features spacious, well appointed rooms with attached bath running hot & cold water, restaurant & bar, restaurant serving Indian, Chinese and Bhutanese cuisine, IDD telephone, TV, Money exchange, Heating.
Hotel Sngye
Thimphu, Bhutan
Telephone : 00975 – 2 - 333226 / 27 / 28
Fax: 00975 – 2 - 326942
Hotel Jumolhari: Located right in the heart of the city center with easy access to all shopping areas and places of interest, Hotel Jumolhari is one of the leading hotel in Thimphu with traditional Bhutanese hospitality and a distinctive boutique style décor.
26 well appointed rooms provide the utmost comfort and convenience for the discerning vacationer or business traveler. All rooms are fully equipped with up to date facilities and few rooms provide an enviable panoramic view of the valley.
The hotel facilities include : Bar, Multi Cuisine Restaurant, Business centre
Beauty salon with Aroma Therapy, Steam & Sauna, Mini Library, Express Laundry Service , Mail / Courier service, Foreign currency exchange
Cable / Satellite television.
Hotel Jumolhari
Post Box 308
Chang Lam, Thimphu
Bhutan
Tel. 00975-2-322747 / 329282
Fax. 00975-2-324412
Hotel Taktsang: Located at the heart of Thimphu town, Hotel Taktsang offers 16 comfortable rooms with attached bath and 24 hours supply of hot and cold water. The restaurant and the bar with traditional embellishments exude warmth and care in the unique Bhutanese way. The restaurant serve Bhutanese, Indian and Continental cuisines. The hotel also offers other facilities like; a hair cutting saloon, gift shop, physiotherapy and body massage services, ISD/STD phone etc.
Hotel Taktsang
Thimphu, Bhutan
Telephone : 00975 - 2 - 322102
Fax : 00975 – 2 - 323284
Hotel Jambyang: A charming place, elegantly situated opposite to Thimphu town and river, this tastefully decorated resort provides comfortable stay amidst classical Bhutanese hospitality.
The interesting feature of the place its creative, pleasant designing and personalized attention to guests’ need. Every facets of the hotel has its own charm.
Apart from other standard facilities, resort also offers the services of traditional hot stone bath and pleasantly crafted Garden Café’.
Jambayang Resort
Thimphu
Tel : 00975-2-327730 / 327731 / 323697
Fax : 00975-2-323669
Hotel Dragon Roots: Located in the heart of capital city Thimphu, Hotel Dragon Roots provides comfortable stay amidst traditional Bhutanese hospitality.
The hotel is conveniently situated, close to popular places of tourist interest and offers opportunity to visit local shops, market and other interesting establishments.
The facilities here includes ; all rooms with attached bath, running hot and cold water, restaurant cum bar, restaurant serving Indian, Chinese and Bhutanese cuisine, heating, IDD telephone, TV, money exchange.
Hotel Dragon Roots
Thimphu
Tel : 00975-2-322820 / 322821
Fax : 00975-2-322822
Hotel Pedling: Hotel Pedling is ideally located for both business and leisure travelers, providing a perfect central point for your visit to Thimphu. The hotel is owned by a learned and greatly revered Buddhist Lama, Gangtey Trulku. All proceeds from the hotel go to meeting the daily expenses of eight nunneries and religious institutions spread around the country.
Attractive guest rooms with Bhutanese architecture are comfortable and well appointed, giving guests a tranquil place to sleep, rest and relax during their stay. All 39 luxurious rooms are equipped with first class bathrooms, modern TV, work desks and computer plug points, and touch dial telephones.
Suites and deluxe rooms are also equipped with a mini bar.
Pedling Hotel features an exciting, eclectic menu with international cuisine complemented by superb Bhutanese tradition food. You can select from continental, mandarin, local and Indian cuisine.
Hotel Pedling
Post Box No. 976
Thimphu, Bhutan
Telephone: 00975-2-325714 / 324451
Fax: 00975-2-323592
Hotel Wangchuk: Situated in the heart of city overlooking changlimethang stadium and the sombre mountains, the hotel has 20 rooms, all with attached bath, running hot & cold water. Other features of the hotel includes ; multi-cuisine restaurant, bar, shopping, money change, heating.
PUNAKHA
AMANKORA PUNAKHA: Situated a short drive north of the grand Punakha Dzong and Phuentsho Pelri Palace (summer residence of His Majesty The King), Amankora Punakha is accessed via a suspension bridge over the river Mo Chhu.
A short drive or walk takes guests to the lodge compound which is centred around a traditional Bhutanese farmhouse built as a residence by Her Majesty the Queen Mother to oversee the surrounding rice fields and fruit plantations. This grand structure, with its vegetable dye wall paintings, is now the combined common guest areas of the lodge with the Dining Room situated on the ground floor and the upper floors offering intimate relaxation areas and a traditional altar room for prayers or meditation. The courtyard of the farmhouse is arranged for outdoor dining and relaxing in Punakha's temperate climate. Adjacent to the courtyard is the Tea Pavilion which was once the kitchen of the summer palace. Beyond this is a newly built two-storey Spa building housing a yoga/meditation room which provides open views of the surrounding paddy fields and on its lower level encompasses two private treatment rooms, a steam room and changing area.
Eight suites, located in three rammed-earth buildings, are situated in an orange orchard with views across the rice fields and back up the Punakha Valley. The suites are identical to the design of the suites at Amankora, Paro, featuring wood panelled interiors, a traditional bukhari, king-size bed, terrazzo-clad bath, shower and vanities, and day bed. Suites are individually heated during the cooler winter months and air-conditioned in the summer months.
Damchen Resort: A charming place, situated conveniently close to Punakha town and river, it is of special reference for smaller groups. With its fascinating garden and overall ambience, the hotel exudes an atmosphere of quiet beauty and elegance.
Rooms are cozy with traditional Bhutanese style. The classical décor at restaurant and bar is also interesting.
The hotel is equipped with following facilities ; all rooms with attached bath, running hot & cold water, restaurant & bar, restaurant serving Indian, Chinese, Bhutanese cuisine, IDD telephone.
Damchen Resort
Punakha, Bhutan
Tel : 00975 – 2 - 584354
Hotel Zangtho Pelri: Named after the heaven of Guru Rimpoche and situated majestically on a hillock, the hotel features spacious, well designed rooms in small cabins as well as in main building. A charming place to stay, the guests enjoy fascinating view of the rice terraces, Punakha river and constantly changing Himalayan valley weather.
The hotel offers 45 comfortable rooms with attached bath, running hot & cold water. The other available facilities are : restaurant serving Indian, Chinese, Bhutanese and continental cuisine, bar with the selection of international and local beverages, IDD telephone, Laundry, Money exchange,TV, Swimming Pool.
Hotel Zangtho Pelri
Punakha, Bhutan
Tel : 00975 – 2 – 584125
Fax : 00975 – 2 - 584203
Y.T Hotel: Located convenientely between Punakha and Wangduephodrang, the hotel provides simple and clean accommodation and good food. The establishment is particularly recommended for its highly personalised services.
The other facilities here include ; all rooms with attached bath, running hot & cold water, restaurant & bar, IDD telephone, money change.
Hotel Meri Puensum: Situated on a hill top, the hotel is built in traditional style coupled with modern comfort. All 14 rooms are in cottage form, decorated beautifully.
The other facilities here include ; all rooms with attached bath, running hot & cold water, restaurant & bar, IDD telephone, money change.
GANGTEY
AMANKORA GANGTEY: Travelling easterly from Punakha, the road passes through the village of Wangdue Phodrang and climbs past deep ravines with dizzying drops to the little visited, picturesque valley of Phobjikha, home to the quaint rural settlement of Gangtey. At an elevation of 3,000 metres on the western slopes of the Black Mountains, Phobjikha is one of Bhutan's few glacial valleys. A designated conservation area, it is winter home of the endangered black-necked crane. The quaint village is dominated by the 16th century Gangtey Goemba, which includes a school, meditation facilities and quarters for monks, and is home to the mind reincarnation of Pema Lingpa, one of the region's historically important Buddhist treasure discoverers.
Positioned on a forested knoll close to the valley floor is Amankora Gangtey. A winding track leads guests through the forest and descends to the lodge that enjoys sweeping views of the stunning valley landscape and fields of dwarf bamboo and potato crops. The lodge accommodations and guest areas are encompassed in one rammed-earth building. The combined Living and Dining Room is appointed with cosy chairs and sofas and family style dining tables, providing views through floor to ceiling windows of the valley and surrounding mountains. Two massage treatment rooms and changing areas, and an intimate yoga/meditation room are provided on the lodge's ground floor.
The eight suites are identical to those of Amankora Thimphu, offering an open plan bedroom and bathing area. The aesthetics combine wood panelling and chocolate brown walls, the traditional bukhari, terrazzo-clad bath, shower and vanity, and day bed offering views across the valley. Suites are individually heated during the cold winter months.
Dewachen Hotel: Encircled by pine forests in the hidden valley of Phobjikha, Gangtey Gompa, the Dewachen hotel features sixteen double rooms with modern bathroom fittings and a restaurant with a magnificent view and the finest cuisine prepared by professional chef.
All rooms are heated with iron stoves and also hot water bags provided. For enjoyment and recreation, there is a cocktail lounge, a pool room, horse riding facilities, traditional hot stone bath facility and cultural program on request.
Dewachen Hotel
Phobjikha (Gangtey Gompa)
Tel : 00975 – 2 – 321873 / 321 875
Theckchen phodrang Lodge: It is a hotel with that interesting blend of modern comfort and traditional hospitality. All rooms are wood panelled, with attached bathrooms and heated with traditional Bukharis. Its location next to Gangtey Monastery provides easy access to this precious monastery and the surroundings of sublime quiet.
Theckchen phodrang Lodge
Gangtey, Bhutan
Tel : 00975-2-490025
WANDUEPHODRANG
Hotel Dragon Nest: Conveniently located between Wangduephodrang and Punakha and situated by the west side of the river, the hotel features spacious, well appointed rooms providing panoramic view of the valley. The hotel has a sense of peace and serenity.
The hotel offers 17 comfortable rooms with attached bath, running hot & cold water. The other features includes : restaurant serving Indian, Chinese, Bhutanese and Continental cuisine, bar with the selection of international and local beverages, IDD telephone, Laundry, Money Exchange, TV.
Hotel Dragon Nest
Wangduephodrang, Bhutan
Tel : 00975 – 2 – 480521 / 480522 / 480570
Fax : 00975 – 2 - 480503
TRONGSA
Yankhil Resort: Yankhil Resort is one of the most elegant establishment in the historic town of Trongsa, offering 21 rooms of modern design combined with traditional Bhutanese architecture. Lush colorful gardens, fish pond and view of mountains soaring over 10,000 feet add to the resort’s natural exotic landscape. A relaxed country-club atmosphere within the establishment create an ideal destination for guest seeking solitude or adventure filled recreation pursuits.
The resort’s 21 guest rooms provide guest with every conceivable comfort that one would expect in Bhutan. Each room is equipped with radiator heating system, spacious sitting area, telephone, thick and soft mattress, light and warm blankets, wardrobe and dressing table. Large private verandahs offer spectacular view of Trongsa Dzong, Ta Dzong (watch tower) and surroundings. The bathrooms are fully equipped with modern amenities such as sockets that are convertible from 220 to 110, 24 hours hot running water and spacious bath tub.
Indoor Dining room, built with traditional architecture offers deliciously prepared Bhutanese, Chinese, Continental and Indian cuisine. Outdoor dining space provides a casual open air setting while enjoying a breathtaking view of Trongsa Dzong, Ta Dzong and surroundings. The outdoor dining is flanked by resort’s garden, waterfall, fish pounds, with relaxing sound of water and prayer wheel bell.
The other available facility include : Conference room with capacity of 40 persons, Business centre, Utility Shop, Salon and Laundry service.
Yankhil Resort
Trongsa, Bhutan
Tel : 00975 – 3 – 521417 / 521418 / 521419
Fax : 00975 – 3 - 521420
Sherubling Lodge: Located high on a ridge overlooking the magnificent Trongsa Gorge, it provides simple and clean accommodation. Guests can sip tea on the lawn while savouring vast panoramas of the gorge and snow-clad peaks that separate the high elevations of the north with the sub-tropical jungle of the south. In the foreground is the ancient town of Trongsa and the largest of Bhutan’s renowned Dzongs. The lodge has 14 rooms with attached bath, restaurant & bar, money exchange, IDD telephone, heating.
Norling Lodge: Situated in the centre of town, it offers simple accommodation, all with private bath and food in the dining room is quite good.
Phunezi Lodge: One of the newest establishment in town, it provides decent accommodation. All rooms have attached bath with running hot & cold water. Other facilities include ; restaurant & bar, money exchange, IDD telephone, heating.
BUMTHANG
Jakar Village Lodge: Situated in Jakar village, in the heart of Bumthang valley, this charming place features elegant rooms built in classical Bhutanese style. The lodge has a sense of peace and serenity with a commanding view of Bumthang valley from the restaurant and its balcony.
All rooms are equipped with attached bath, running hot water, heating and tastefully furnished.
Its special attraction is beautifully decorated restaurant with commanding view of the valley and serving Bhutanese, Chinese and Indian delicacies.
The personalized attention offered by lodge owner and his vast knowledge on Bhutanese cultural and natural heritage provides an opportunity for interaction and know more about this mystical land.
Jakar Villae Lodge
Bumthang, Bhutan
Tel : 00975 – 3 – 631242
Fax : 00975 – 3 – 631377
Wangdichholing Lodge: Nestled picturesquely facing fascinating Bumthang valley and river, the lodge features comfortable rooms, done up in traditional style. All rooms are equipped with requisite furniture, attached bath, running hot & cold water, heating and also offer panoramic view from the lodge balcony and verandah.
Restaurant with traditional décor offers, Indian, Chinese and Bhutanese cuisine and bar has the selection of international and Bhutanese beverages.
The swift cascading, gurgling, tumbling, foaming Bumthang river presents enchanting vistas from the lodge.
Wangdichholing Lodge
Bumthang, Bhutan
Tel : 00975 – 3 – 631452
Fax : 00975 – 3 – 631278
River Lodge: Situated beautifully with a commanding view of Bumthang valley and river, the lodge features comfortable rooms, done up in traditional style. All rooms are equipped with attached bath, running hot & cold water, heating.
Restaurant with traditional décor and beautiful view offers, Indian, Chinese and Bhutanese cuisine and bar has the selection of international and Bhutanese beverages.
The lodge also has a small library, with good selection of books on Bhutan’s history, art and culture. The utility shop here offers variety of Bhutanese hand crafted items, such as jewelry, textiles and basics traveler accessories.
River Lodge
Bumthang, Bhutan
Tel / fax : 00975 – 3 - 631287
Kaila Lode: A simple but charming Inn, situated in heart of Bumthang valley, the lodge is built in traditional architecture offering neat, clean accommodation and delicious cuisine.
Its proximity to town centre, provides opportunity to visit local market, shops and mingle with the locals.
The restaurant is beautifully decorated in classical style and serves Bhutanese, Chinese and Indian cuisine. The bar has good collection of mainly local beverages.
Kaila Lodge
Bumthang, Bhutan
Tel : 00975 – 3 – 631219
Fax : 00975 – 3 – 631247
Mountain Lodge: One of the pleasant place to stay in fascinating valley of Bumthang, the establishment offers comfortable accommodation in all wood-panelled rooms. The facilities includes ; all rooms with attached bath, restaurant & bar, IDD telephone, laundry, money exchange, heating.
Swiss Guest House: The guest house is in a pleasant setting perched on a hill 60m above the valley floor, surrounded by an apple orchard. It has 13 double rooms; all share common toilet facilities. The hotel is decorated with lovely carvings and varnished pine panelling throughout. Each of the two units of hotel has its own dining room that is heated by bukhari in the winter.
MONGAR
Shongar Lodge: It offers simple and charming accommodation with a strong Bhutanese character. Adjacent to Mongar Dzong, the lodge is nestled among large comfortable grounds teeming with flowers during season.
The hotels has only 7 rooms, all with attached bath, restaurant cum bar, IDD telephone, money exchange.
Druk Kuenden Guest House: The Druk Kuenden Guest House is in the cul-de-sac at the end of the bazaar overlooking the football field. It is a cement building with four guest rooms; only one has attached bath.
TRASHIGANG
Kelling Lodge: Located in Bhutan’s eastern most town, Kelling Lodge offers breathtaking views of the Trashigang valley. This traditional style tourist lodge offers basic accommodation. It is only about 20 minutes walk from the fascinating crossroads town of Trashigang, which attracts a unique ethnic blend of villagers from all over Eastern Bhutan.
The lodge provide 11 rooms, all with attached bath, restaurant, bar, IDD telephone, money exchange.
The simple place to stay, it has 6 double rooms with attached bath while 07 other rooms have common bath. The restaurant here provides Bhutanese and Indian cuisine.
Sonam Wangchuk Hotel: The second best unit in town, the hotel features 18 rooms with common bath. It is situated on the main street but most of the rooms face to the back. The restaurant here provide good food but limited choices in menu.
PHUNETSHOLING
Hotel Druk: One of the oldest and best hotel in town which was earlier under management of Welcome group, it has convenient location and provides pleasant stay. All 35 rooms of the hotel have attached bath with running hot & cold water, wall-to-wall carpet. The other facilities here include ; restaurant serving Continental, Chinese, Indian and Bhutanese cuisine, bar with the selection of international and Bhutanese beverages, IDD telephone, shopping, laundry, money exchange, conference room, A.C in few rooms.
Hotel Namgay: Although situated in city centre, still it is a quite hotel offering 16 rooms, all with attached bath, running hot & cold water. The other facilities here include ; restaurant serving Continental, Chinese, Indian and Bhutanese cuisine, bar with the selection of international and Bhutanese beverages, IDD telephone, laundry, money exchange, A.C in few rooms.
Hotel Sinchula
Lhaki Hotel: Located at Pelkhil Lan, upper Phuentsholing, it is one of the best establishment in town having well furnished rooms with modern day amenities making the guests’ stay comfortable.
The hotel is a five storey building with traditional exterior architectural details and modern interiors with lots of natural lights, four storey atrium with wide corridors.
The hotel provides 30 air-conditioned rooms in different categories : 12 Deluxe,
12 Executive, 6 suites (1 junior, 3 deluxe, 2 grand). It also has multi-cuisine restaurant with 48 seats in general dining area and 14 seats in private / VIP dining area.
The other facilities include : Lounge Bar, Meeting Rooms,Hair Saloon, Mini-Spa with steam and physiotherapy rooms, Thyssen Krupp Elevator – eight person capacity, Basement level car park, additional private parking around building, Next door shopping and entertainment at Pelkhil Centre,Cable TV, room telephones
The Safety and Security features of the hotel are : non-combustivle construction, smoke detectors/alarms, area 5 earthquake code compliant construction, backup generator for light, elevator, telephone and ceiling fans, Secure basement car park
Hotel building Layout : basement – car park, generator, laundry, staff room, ground floor – reception and hair salon, first floor – restaurant and kitchen, bar, VIP Dining, Meeting rooms, Manager’s office, second floor – 12 executive rooms, 3 suites, 1 house keeping room, third floor – 12 deluxe rooms 3 suites, 1 house keeping room , attic – laundry drying, rooms for overnight staff, stores, water tanks.
Lhaki Hotel
Phuentsholing
Bhutan
Tel : 00975 – 5 – 257 111 / 257 222 / 257 555 / 257 666
Fax : 00975 – 5 – 251 185
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