Best Luxury Hotel in Paro for Your Deluxe Bhutan Travel

For those looking for a little luxury for their trip to Bhutan, Paro has a number of great hotels to choose from in the five-star range. From the Amankora group of hotels, with five locations in Bhutan, to the delights of the internationally renowned COMO hotels, you can find your perfect luxury hotel in Paro for your lifetime Bhutan tour.

Amankora Paro: The Most Popular Luxury Hotel in Bhutan

Located around 20 minutes’ drive from Paro Airport and close to the city center, the Amankora Hotel in Paro is surrounded by beautiful pine forests and lies close to the famous ruins of the Drukgyel Dzong. The first of the five Amankora lodges in Bhutan, the Amankora Paro is one of the most luxurious hotels in Bhutan and features traditional rammed-earth walls and minimalist interiors.

Accommodation and Facilities of Amankora Paro

The lodge hotel has 24 spacious and luxurious suites in total, decorated with locally-farmed wood paneling, a traditional Bukhari wood-burning stove, and styled with luxurious fabrics in pastel shades. Havens for peace and tranquility, the absence of CD players and TVs make these the perfect places to relax. The sumptuous dining room opens out onto the large terrace with beautiful views of Mount Jomolhari and the hotel also offers spa treatments, a large well-stocked library, room service, Wi-Fi, and spectacular gardens.

Distance from Amankora Paro to Major Sites Nearby

Located close by the Paro Chhu, the Amankora Paro lies around 20 kilometers from the Paro International Airport, and just 17km from the Rinpung Dzong, the most famous Dzong in Bhutan. The hotel is also only eight kilometers from the start of the trail up to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery, the most famous monastery in Bhutan, and the monastery can be seen from the grounds of the hotel.

Six Senses Paro: The Newest Luxury Hotel in Paro Bhutan

The Six Senses Lodge in Paro is one of five hotels from the Six Senses group in Bhutan and is the newest luxury hotel in Bhutan. Surrounded by beautiful pine forests on the side of the valley, the Six Senses in Paro is located in an isolated area of the valley, in a secluded location. In one of the most scenic settings within the Paro Valley, the hotel has some great views of the nearby mountain peaks.

Accommodation and Facilities of Six Senses Paro

The six Senses in Paro offers guests a choice of 20 spacious villas or suites, which range from lodge suites with around 646 square feet to the larger 3,600 square feet luxury three-bedroomed villas. The large suites and villas are decorated in relaxing neutral tones, with furniture made from local natural timbers and the traditional Bukhari stoves. The stunning wood floors are offset with locally woven and hand-dyed Himalayan rugs, for that sumptuous Bhutanese feel. The first-class restaurant offers tasty and wholesome dishes that are all created individually from local organic ingredients, and you can dine in the setting with the view of the ruined Dzong nearby.

Distance from Six Senses Paro to Major Sites Nearby

The Paro Six Senses lies around 13 kilometers by road from the Paro International Airport, and just ten kilometers from the famous Rinpung Dzong. The hotel is also just 18 kilometers from the start of the trailhead that leads up to the Taktshang Monastery, known locally as the Tiger’s Nest, just up the valley.

COMO Uma Paro: Popular Luxury Hotel among International Tourists to Bhutan

One of the most exclusive luxury hotels in Bhutan, The Uma by COMO in Paro is located on a 38-acre estate that lies on a forested hilltop in the Paro Valley. Surrounded by the local natural pine forests, the hotel has stunning views of the Paro Valley, the surrounding mountains, and the Paro Chhu below.

Accommodation of COMO Uma Paro

The hotel features 20 rooms and nine villas, all of which are tastefully decorated with traditional Bhutanese carved windows and doors, spacious bathrooms, and yoga mats in each of the rooms. The suites offer separate living rooms and bedrooms, and offer a higher level of privacy, with their own personal butlers. All rooms overlook the beautiful Paro Valley, and the hotel also includes the luxurious COMO Shambhala Retreat for healing therapies, yoga tuition, and hot stone baths. The spacious restaurant has a traditional Bukhari fireplace as its centerpiece and offers a wide range of local and international cuisines.

Distance from COMO Uma Paro to Major Sites Nearby

The hotel lies in private secluded grounds, just 6 kilometers from Paro International Airport and 2 kilometers from the famous Rinpung Dzong. The start of the trail that leads up to the renowned Taktshang Monastery lies just 15 kilometers from the hotel, and private cars are available for guests to travel to the Tiger’s Nest.

Le Meridien Paro Riverfront: Great View of the Eastern Himalayas and Paro River

Set in the perfect location for an authentic experience of Bhutanese culture, the Le Meridien Hotel lies on the Riverfront area of Paro, on the banks of the Paro Chhu. The unique location offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains, unlocking the awesome landscapes of the Eastern Himalayas. The hotel has imbued the classic local flavors and culture, into a modern-styled building in the most luxurious of settings that allows you to immerse yourself in the essence of Bhutanese culture.

Accommodation of Le Meridien Paro Riverfront

Featuring 24 classic rooms, 24 deluxe rooms, 4 grand deluxe rooms, 6 corner suites, and one Royal Suite, the Le Meridien offers spacious accommodation that includes marble-tiled bathrooms that have bathtubs and separate rainforest showers, comfortable beds, and locally crafted wooden furniture in a tastefully pastel decorated room. The three gourmet restaurants, the Latest Recipe, the Bamboo Chic and the Latitude 27°23’, offer world-class cuisines from all four corners of the globe, while the Explore Spa has traditional hot stone baths and sumptuous spa treatments.

Distance from Le Meridien Paro Riverfront to Major Sites Nearby

The hotel is located just 4 kilometers from the Paro International Airport and around 7 kilometers from the ancient site of the Rinpung Dzong. The Taktshang Monastery, known locally as the Tiger’s Nest, lies just 19 kilometers from the hotel.

Is the cost of the luxury hotels in Paro included in the Bhutan Tour Package?

While most Bhutan tours include the cost of the hotel, the government’s Minimum Daily Package only includes hotels up to Three Stars. For hotels in the luxury range, you will need to pay more, based on the hotel and the number of nights you will be staying in Bhutan. For the exact cost of the luxury hotels on your tour, you can contact your personal tour consultant, who will be happy to give you a more exact quote.

Can I book the luxury hotels in Paro by myself?

While it is possible to book the hotels in Bhutan for your tour yourself, it is preferable for most tourists to Bhutan for us to make the booking on your behalf. Our many years of experience handling luxury tours to Bhutan means that we have a great working relationship with all of the luxury hotels in Paro, and can get preferential rates for our clientele, as well as being able to guarantee your hotel of choice will be available, as long as you book early enough.

More Travel Tips for a Luxury Tour in Bhutan

For anyone traveling to Bhutan, there are a few things to take into consideration to make your lifetime trip to the Land of the Thunder Dragon goes without a hitch, and you can fully enjoy your stay in this Himalayan kingdom.

Apply for Bhutan Visa at Least 30 Days in Advance

In order to make sure that your Bhutan visa is ready for your flight to Bhutan, you should book your trip with us at least 30 days in advance of your required travel dates, so that the visa can be processed with the Immigration Department of Bhutan, and we can receive it and forward it to you in time for your flight to Bhutan.

Your visa approval is required to both book and board the flights to Bhutan, and you need to make sure you have it in plenty of time to ensure your chosen flight from your chosen destination is available on the date of your tour.

Need to Complete the Full Payment before You Go

Due to the requirements of applications for the Bhutan Entry Visa, the full payment for the tour must be made to the Tourism Council of Bhutan (TCB) for us to apply for the visa on your behalf. All payments for tours in Bhutan are made to and held by the TCB until your tour is over, at which time the TCB forwards the payment to the tour operator.

Avoid Visiting Bhutan during Monsoon Season

Bhutan is a four-season country that has a summer monsoon, which can be a very wet time of year, While there is a potential for touring and sightseeing in the summer monsoon months, from June to August, this can be a wet and miserable time of year if you are not happy with traveling in this season. Therefore, it is best to avoid the monsoon season for the best tour of Bhutan that you can take.

Except for the rainy summer, spring and autumn are the best time to visit Bhutan, while winter is a good time for a budget tour in Bhutan when the minimum daily tariff is reduced to USD 200 per person per night.

Conclusion

A luxury hotel in Paro is ideal for any luxury tour of the kingdom, and we have plenty of luxury hotels for you to choose from. Whichever luxury hotel you decide you want to stay in, you are guaranteed to spend your time in Paro in a luxurious and delightful setting, with the best views of the valley and the surrounding mountains, and some of the most exclusive facilities in Bhutan. We guarantee that your luxury tour of Paro will be the best you have ever taken.