The Amankora Paro is one of five Aman properties in Bhutan that are built around the basic principles of a beautiful natural location, small number of rooms and exclusive service. The 20-room Paro lodge is located in the woods with majestic views of the 17th century Drugyel Dzong ruin and the Greater Himalaya that include 7,300m Chomolhari, Bhutan’s highest mountain.
Uma by COMO, Paro is tucked away into the side of a hill, with about nine or ten blocks of stone, designed in Bhutanese architecture, nicely camouflaged behind a pine forest. But the beautiful vegetable dyes, of dark blue, red and orange can be seen from miles away. It is too good to be hidden. The main building, formerly a Bhutanese nobleman's home, forms the hotel's heart, whilst the rooms and suites are located in glades planted with azaleas.
The first view of Zhiwa Ling Hotel in Paro, is a breathtaking three story foyer, with a wooden staircase encircling the area. Light pours in from the top, and the walls are adorned with artefacts and artwork at each level, reflecting Bhutan's spirit and culture. Located on the second floor is a gompa, made with 450-year-old timbers from the famous Gangtey Monastery, the crowning glory of this cultural landmark in Paro.
Six Senses Paro, perched high above the Paro Valley in Bhutan, is a luxurious retreat that masterfully combines contemporary elegance with traditional Bhutanese architecture. The hotel’s design features clean lines and natural materials, such as stone and wood, which seamlessly blend with the surrounding landscape. Expansive windows and open spaces provide panoramic views of the Paro Valley and the Himalayan mountains, creating a serene and majestic ambiance that reflects the natural beauty of the region.
Naksel Boutique Hotel & Spa is an eco-friendly property, set above the Paro valley in typical Bhutanese architecture and style. Naksel is a community-based project in collaboration with the nearby Ngoba village whose agro-based economy focusses on apple orchards, rice paddies and potato fields. Surrounded by pine-forested mountains and stunning views of the snow-capped mountains, including Mt Jumolhari (7,300m), it offers a great base to relax and explore the valley.
Six Senses Bhutan is opening five individual satellite resorts in five separate locations; Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey, Bumthang and Paro. All the lodges are under the umbrella of one all-encompassing name: Six Senses Bhutan with a view to offer five unique experiences crafted into one enchanted journey through the Kingdom. Opening in Spring 2018, it will raise the luxury bar, for an exceptional experience in the colourful Kingdom known as the Happiest Place on Earth.
