If you want to be able to wander into Paro itself then you have a lengthy walk down and then up to this hotel. It's perched high on the hill. Fantastic views of the valley and because of its location very quiet. We stayed in one of their cottages which was excellent - spacious, well equipped, comfortable. Food is OK... more

You can tell this hotel was once a wonderful, grand hotel, but the rooms (I didn't see the cottages) are now old and show their wear. My friend's room leaked when it rained. The water was brown in the bathroom and the lighting was very weak - giving it a dark, gloomy feeling at night. The service was very poor.... more

There were a few to choose from in Paro. We selected Olathang as it has a reputation. I don't know about low grade accommodation, but our deluxe cottage 439 was just excellent. Wall to wall red carpet, soft bed(don't expect this everywhere while in Bhutan)...lovely view of the golden Paro valley from the balcony...it was just spotless. The food was... more

My family and I first stayed in the Olathang when we landed in Paro. We were not in the cottages, just in the normal hotel rooms. The hotel rooms I didn't like very much - because I got tired of hitting my hand on the bathroom door because the knob was too far on the edge. It was also quite... more

I loved the place and the location...it is the biggest hotel in Bhutan and loved the cottage and view from there...the climate was very cold making it difficult to be outdoors but could enjoy the room better. When we came back from dinner, we were pleasantly surprised to discover that the bed had been turned down and also the best... more

We were booked to stay here for 4 nights. We were three couples. Originally booked to stay in the cottages, we found the cottages a damp with the carpets a bit smelly. The bathrooms were average too. So we moved into the suites in the main complex. My room was ok. I was given the executive suite. The room was... more

A grand hotel with a stuffed yak in the lobby. A little like sleeping in a dzong ... apparently this place has an interesting history. Bright coloured walls with painted adornments, although various details were very rustic, such as the wardrobe doors. I grew tired of hitting my hand as I closed the bathroom door: the knob was far too... more

We recently spent 4 nights at the Olathang in the cottages. The rooms were large and comfortable and the plumbing worked. None of the hotels in Bhutan included in the basic $200 p/n charge are terrific (I can't comment on the ultra-luxury hotels available for $750+ supplements), but the Olathang was the nicest of the 3 hotels we stayed at... more

My stay at this hotel was arranged by my in-country trekking guide. I thought it had unique character and charm. Much more up to date than my other stays in Asia (certainly exceeded my expectations). Keep in mind I do not personally book expensive hotels, I prefer a comfortable, safe place to sleep vs. luxury, 5-star locations. Should I returm... more