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Zhiwa Ling

4.5 of 5
Satsam Chorten, Paro, Bhutan
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Zhiwa Ling
Ranked #2 of 15 hotels in Paro
4.5 of 5 stars 82 Reviews
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Mumbai, India
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2012 NEW

A great setting, with the hills flanked by high mountains, a river rushing below, and a resort that offers a feast to the eyes. Carved, balconies and pillars, a treasure hoise a floor abouve the lobby, with tastefully chosen artefacts. Cottages that are well appointed, amazing service and food. It is hospitality with a capital H. Only one regret, i... More

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New Delhi, India
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2012 NEW

Majestic views of the mountains and also the river from the balconies. Very comfortable rooms with stunning decor and stylish furniture. Great showers with 24 hours hot water supply. The gardens are great with local flora well represented. The meditation room is very peaceful and one can view tigers nest from there. The tea-room and the spa are well equipped... More

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glasgow,scotland
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67 reviews 67 reviews
Reviews in 59 cities Reviews in 59 cities
68 helpful votes 68 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

We stayed here for 2 nights, wish it could have been longer.We had a one bedroom suite in the main building, which had a balcony and floor to ceiling windows, both with amazing views. The bathroom was a good size, lovely and warm, with a huge deep bath, perfect for a soak after the Tigers Nest trek. the bed was... More

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bambino96
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012
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We stayed for 5 nights and loved every minute of it. Brent and his team were always there to take special care of all our needs. It was a busy period due to the PATA adventure mart and conference but to the zhiwa ling team it seemed almost normal. Every guest was given personalized attention and although they hadn't handled... More

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San Clemente, California
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012
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What can I say that others have not already? Every aspect of this property is first-rate from the service, to the food, the ambiance, the clean and well appointed rooms, and on. We had high expectations and Zhiwa did not disappoint in any way. Don't stay anywhere else in Paro!

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Hong Kong
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012
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I travel a lot for business and few places really impress me these days. However, earlier this year I had the opportunity to visit Bhutan for a tourism conference and the organizers booked me into the Zhiwa Ling Hotel. As a hotel professional and also advisor to several hotel companies (not this hotel), I was pleasantly surprised by the high... More

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los angeles, ca.
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012
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The Zhiwa Ling is not an Aman wannabe, but rather a spectacular hotel modeled after a dzong. The central building is a knock-out with fantastic detailing and an ancient temple transported virtually intact to the 2nd floor. The suites in the main building are phenomenal. Awesome New Zealander as GM, but mainly Bhutanese run brilliantly. Stay here and begin your... More

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Houston, Texas
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

Everything seemed to be of the highest quality, from the design to the fixtures, the maintenance and the food. The buffet breakfast was by far the most comprehensive and highest quality we had in Bhutan. You could tell that the Indian chef had experience in the US. The separate buildings containing six units each contributed to the quiet atmosphere. It... More

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Hong Kong
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012
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We stayed here for 3 nights because we couldn't get rooms at the Aman or Uma Paro hotels. Looking back and after staying at an Aman in Punakha and the Taj at Thimpu, we are glad we ended up at a 1-bedroom suite at Zhiwaling. The other 2 were of a very high international quality but we felt that we... More

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Toronto, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2012

Excellent service, great food and lovely rooms in an idyllic setting

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Address: Satsam Chorten, Paro, Bhutan
Price range (per night):* INR11,184 - 16,776

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