Mountain Lodge (also called Bumthang Mountain Resort) is a charming hotel, set just outside Bumthang town in Eastern Bhutan. Built of stone and wood, in traditional style and set above the Bumthang Chhu (River), it remains one of the oldest family-run hotels in Bumthang valley. The hotel is situated on the way to the famous Kurjey Temple, the final resting place of the first three Kings of Bhutan and is a great base from which to explore the valley.
Set within this traditional style Mountain Lodge are just 27 newly renovated rooms. This includes the New Wing, with far more comfortable pine-clad spacious rooms, super comfy beds and bathrooms with all modern facilities. There is an in-house restaurant offering traditional local cuisine and is surrounded by an orchard with great mountain views. The resort is a great choice for those wanting a true Bhutanese experience, without the price-tag of the nearby Aman.
There is much to do in and around Mountain Lodge. The staff can arrange local excursions and mountain treks or offer a local expert guide to explain about the significance of local temples, chortens and dzongs. Visit Lhodrak Kharchhu Monastery, an important centre to revitalize Tibetan culture. You will see monks debating in traditional style or drawing intricate patterns of mandalas, that are interesting to see and understand the theories that lead to its creation.
Amenities
Bar/PubBusiness CentreConciergeRestaurantSafety Deposit BoxesSpa/SaunaWi-Fi AvailableYoga Classes/Instruction On SiteStay Mountain Lodge has 27 guest rooms. All have wood panelled walls and floors and furnished in traditional style with comfortable beds draped in local bed covers and handmade Bhutanese rugs. All have fire-wood stove (Bukhari) and attached bathrooms with hot water.
ChildCare Families with children are welcome to stay at Bumthang Mountain Lodge but there are no specific facilities available.
Dine The in-house restaurant at Mountain Lodge serves home-cooked traditional Bhutanese dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared with fresh ingredients sourced from local sources. There is also a bar with a selection of local and Indian spirits and beverages.
Relax There are ample spaces in the surrounds to relax at Mountain Lodge. Explore the resort’s gardens and watch the local life in the valley or take a leisurely walk to nearby villages.
Experience Guests at Mountain Lodge will have loads of opportunities for culture and adventure activities. Trekking is the most prominent activity here offering breathtaking views of the snow-topped Himalayan peaks and remote monasteries such as Jakar Dzong or the Castle of White Bhutan, Jambay Lhakhang, one of the oldest temples in Bhutan, Tamshing Lhakhang, known for its old silk paintings and the 6fth-century Konchogsum Lhakhang.
Location Mountain Resort is located just outside the town centre and overlooks the Bumthang Chu River and valley beyond.
Getting there Bumthang has its own airport with direct flights from Paro, or Bumthang can be accessed from Trongsa (3-hours), Gangtey (6-hours) or Punakha (8-9 hours).
When to go In the western, central and eastern Bhutan (Bumthang) you will mostly experience cold European-like weather. Winter lasts here from November to March. The Monsoon occurs between June and August when the temperature is normally between 8° and 21°C. October and November are arguably the best months, when the monsoon has passed and the skies are clear. The spring months of March, April and May are best for the flora, but it can be stormy as the monsoon builds up for July-September.
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