“This heritage hotel is located in Paro, Bhutan. Guestrooms are spacious and comfortable with Californian beds, local textiles and underfloor heating; book a suite for a soaking tub and private balcony. Visit the temple before a meditation class led by Buddhist monks. An authentic Bhutanese retreat.”

Hotel review

Located in a bucolic valley, the town of Paro is one of Bhutan's most visited destinations. Easier to access than other areas due to its international airport, Paro offers visitors beautiful Bhutanese landscapes, ancient monasteries and plentiful opportunities to become acquainted with the local culture. Zhiwa Ling Heritage Hotel offers a carefully pitched blend of luxury amenities and regional tradition in its boutique guesthouse. Boasting a temple, yoga retreats, a meditation centre and spa, this hotel offers guests a variety of ways in which to get to know Paro and its rich tapestry of religion, art and architecture. Guestrooms are split across a number of traditional cottages with views over the Paro Valley. Amenities are first-class, with enormous, Californian beds and Swedish underfloor heating in the junior suites. Regional textiles add a hint of local flavour, while a cosy sitting room provides privacy and comfort for couples or groups. There are good options for a family stay here, too, with the Royal Raven Suite equipped with a large sitting and dining area. Alongside the hotel's Buddhist temple there is a meditation house where guests can sign up for meditation classes led by monks. Yoga retreats are also held here, making this a true mindfulness sanctuary. The hotel spa complements the yoga therapy with massage treatments, available for individuals, couples and groups. Don't miss the cosy tea house where you can enjoy traditional Bhutan butter tea and unwind with a book. A tranquil heritage retreat.

HG Staff
HG Staff Review published: 03/07/2024

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • Located in the verdant valley town of Paro, there is lots to explore local to this hotel, from monasteries to mountains
  • Families

    • Book the Royal Raven Suite for a family stay, and enjoy use of a private dining room and butler
  • Romantic Break

    • Couples love this authentic Buthanese hotel; book a couples' massage for a romantic evening
  • Museums

    • Spend a morning at the National Museum of Bhutan, a historic building for Bhutanese culture housed in a 17th-century watchtower
  • Yoga

    • The hotel hosts visiting yoga teachers who hold retreats in the Meditation House; book onto a course during your stay
  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the Rinpung Dzong, an ornate Buddhist fortress with shrines, chapels and wall paintings
  • Views

  • Secluded setting

  • Quiet

  • Family Suites

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Spa

  • Restaurant

  • Boutique

  • Chic

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Romantic

  • Wellbeing

  • Traditional

  • Luxury

  • Intimate

Facilities

  • Rooms

    45 rooms in this hotel
  • In room DVD

  • Safe

  • Family Suites

  • Bar

  • Communal Dining

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Private chef / butler

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Massage

  • No pets

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Room service

  • Spa

  • Restaurant

  • Garden

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Views

  • Suites

  • Private villas

  • Hot Tub

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Wifi

Activities

  • Museums

    • Spend a morning at the National Museum of Bhutan, a historic building for Bhutanese culture housed in a 17th-century watchtower
  • Yoga

    • The hotel hosts visiting yoga teachers who hold retreats in the Meditation House; book onto a course during your stay
  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the Rinpung Dzong, an ornate Buddhist fortress with shrines, chapels and wall paintings

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