The Amankora lodge is located in the hills outside Thimphu, overlooking a stream and close to nature. It is like taking your luxuries in a rucksack into the wilderness. There is a feel of openness and an earthy touch with the wind and rain. Even when you are asleep, the only thing that stands between you and nature are the large glass window panes.
Six Senses Thimphu, often referred to as the "Palace in the Sky," is a luxurious retreat perched high above the Thimphu Valley in Bhutan. The hotel’s architecture combines traditional Bhutanese design with contemporary elements, creating a majestic and harmonious blend. The sprawling complex features expansive courtyards, intricately carved wooden façades, and stone structures that seamlessly integrate with the surrounding landscape. Large windows throughout the property offer breathtaking views of the valley and distant mountains, enhancing the sense of tranquillity and grandeur.
Taj Tashi hotel is one of the largest buildings in Thimphu, designed in the traditional Bhutanese style. Inside, a large bell hangs in the lobby with a magnificent blend of Dzong architecture and modern design. A page boy runs to help with our luggage, the receptionist produces a friendly smile and the Manager appears as if from behind the clouds. A sudden realisation that you are indeed in Bhutan – a kingdom above the clouds, deep in the Himalayas.
Nestled in the heart of Thimphu, Druk is a four-star deluxe hotel that has been recently updated in a chic and modern style. Each floor is differently inspired with a colour scheme drawn from water, air, earth, fire and sky. Keeping with the hotel’s vision to bring out the best of Bhutan, the hotel has kept its architectural design and its furnishings of royal Bhutanese heritage. Rooms are fitted with modern fixtures and fittings combining an old-world charm with modern amenities.
