We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
Back to Olathang Hotel

Olathang Hotel – reviews, photos

Paro, Bhutan
Hotel amenities
Olathang Hotel
Ranked #6 of 15 hotels in Paro
3.5 of 5 stars 62 Reviews
Which Paro hotels are on sale?
See hotels
Write a Review

62 reviews from our community

    Trip type
Traveller rating
    10
    33
    12
    5
    2
Date Rating
Sydney
Contributor
11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
“Re-purposed Royal guest house”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012

We stayed here on our first night in Bhutan. It was a lovely introduction to what we could expect from Bhutanese hotel accommodation (it will get you through, don't expect what you would get for the price in any other country). We were in a private cottage, and had dinner served in the room since no one else was at the hotel. Despite the fear that familiarity with the film 'The Shining' brings on, it was ultimately not an awkward experience and the staff were truly lovely at breakfast.

It was also here that we discovered the wonders of Bhutanese TV, (BBS and a smattering of other channels).

This is a good option close to Paro whilst being a little out of the 'bustle' of Bhutan's possibly second biggest city.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask Nadia_Alex_Latti about Olathang Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Bunbury, Western Australia
Senior Contributor
26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
“Delightful place to stay”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Hotel Olathang was quite lovely. We had twin rooms alongside each other. They had beautiful carved windows. It was great to slide them across and capture the lovely breeze flowing over the lawn area. The beds seemed short but that didn’t surprise us as we had encountered that before at other hotels in Bhutan.
There is a large lounge area where we were served endless cups of teas and cheese straw biscuits (no cost) whilst we used their wi-fi.
The hotel has a huge restaurant plus conference rooms and much more. We had a delightful meal of tomato, cucumber, carrot, naan bread, chewy roast beef, potatoes, momos, Chinese vegetables and mixed vegetables. The service in the dining room was very attentive. We asked if we could take a small meal up to our son (who stayed in his room as he was a bit off-colour) and they were very obliging, even bringing out foil to put over the food to keep it warm.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask jeanmorrison about Olathang Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Seattle, Washington
Senior Contributor
24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“Little cottages in a Pine Forest”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

We stayed here on our first and last nights in Bhutan. The cottages are set in a pine forest on the side of a hill overlooking the Paro valley. The staff is very friendly and attentive. The food at the restaurant is good. Watch out for the chili cheese, the national dish. It is very hot.
The furnishings are basic but comfortable. Electricity can be intermittent. We had to call the office on two occasions to restore electricity to our cottage.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask Dave_Sherri about Olathang Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Nashik, India
Contributor
14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Majestik Stay @Paro”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 December 2011
1
person found this review helpful

This is very good hotel, luxerious stay, big rooms , silent and away from city hussle. Restaurant is also good. Enjoyed the stay at this hotel. This hotel was built for guests during earlier King's coronation ceremony. Now it is government institution run hotel.

Room Tip: choose rooms back side , you can see Paro Snow hiltops from room.
See more room tips
  • Stayed November 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by vinay-gayate for Paro
Ask vinay-gayate about Olathang Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Australia
Senior Contributor
31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
95 helpful votes 95 helpful votes
“Nice, But Showing its Age”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 December 2011
2
people found this review helpful

We stayed one night at this hotel in one of the bungalow rooms set in the large gardens surounding the main hotel building. The hotel was built in1974 for dignitaries visiting for the coronation of the fourth king so it is quite a grand hotel, but now showing its age a little. The room was clean,quiet and quite large with two single beds, a sitting area with sofa and coffee table as well as a desk and a large wardrobe. There was a TV and a room heater. The bathroom had a shower over the bath, toilet and washbasin and was well fitted out with a hairdryer and toiletries. A walk up a stone pathway took us to the main building which is built around a large garden courtyard. The dining room is huge and the food was better than average but still buffet style with Bhutanese and Indian dishes. There is a comfortable bar next to the dining room for a pre-dinner drink
There is a shop on the lower level below the dining room selling quality Bhutanese handcrafts at reasonable prices.
Wifi is available only in the lobby, needs a password and is charged for.
A nice quiet place to stay and recommended, but some way out of town.

Room Tip: The deluxe bungalows are very comfortable and away from the bustle of the main hotel.
See more room tips
  • Stayed November 2011, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by Travelscan for Paro
Ask Travelscan about Olathang Hotel
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC

Travellers who viewed Olathang Hotel also viewed

Taj Tashi
4.5 of 5 stars 110 Reviews
Thimphu, Thimphu District
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1006021?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Uma Paro
5 of 5 stars 183 Reviews
Paro, Paro District
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d522147?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Gangtey Palace Hotel
4.5 of 5 stars 52 Reviews
Paro, Paro District
View all 15 hotels in Paro, ranked by popularity »

Been to Olathang Hotel? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Additional Information about Olathang Hotel

  • Olathang Hotel Paro
Address: Paro, Bhutan
Price range (per night):* INR1,176 - 3,361

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Olathang Hotel, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

  • Manage your listing