Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary
Neyphu Valley, Shaba, Paro Bhutan
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The Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary is the first and only 5-star traditional spa-inclusive resort in Bhutan.
After arrival, we invite guests to benefit from a private consultation with the in-house traditional medicine doctors (included in the room rate). The doctors will provide guests with a program to achieve a healthy balance between body, mind, and spirit. Our skilled wellness therapists offer a wide range of treatments rooted in the nature and well-being tradition of Bhutan. Our signature treatments are herbal compression, hot oil compression, moxibustion, herbal Jacuzzi, herb-infused hot stone bath, and Ku Nye massages (full body, neck, feet, and back).
The Sanctuary is the perfect choice for travelers seeking the essence of Bhutan. Avoid long car drives or the need to change accommodations, and still, get the most out of your Bhutan discovery journey. We can arrange hikes in the Neyphu Valley, a visit to Thimphu, the capital of the Kingdom, a climb to the world-famous Tiger’s Nest, and many other day trips.
The best location to enjoy all-inclusive culinary surprises. Enjoy our food-inclusive concept of healthy breakfasts, 4-course set lunches, 6-course set dinners, all snacks, and drinks (excluding alcohol). All food is prepared according to the farm-to-table concept. You can enjoy your meals at any moment and at any location you wish.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Archery
Bicycle rental
Airport transportation
Public wifi
Pool / beach towels
Infinity pool
Pool with view
Indoor pool
Heated pool
Yoga classes
Yoga room
Fitness / spa changing rooms
Sauna
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Hiking
Darts
Walking tours
Car hire
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Meeting rooms
Spa
Foot bath
Foot massage
Full body massage
Hand massage
Head massage
Massage
Neck massage
Steam room
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Gift shop
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
First aid kit
Umbrella
24-hour check-in
Private check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Shoeshine
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iPod docking station
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Private balcony
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Sofa
Telephone
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Private bathrooms
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True to its name, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary is indeed a sanctuary; a paradise of wellness . We were sincerely and courteously received by Mr. Mohan/ Chunku and their team with traditional Tashi Khaddar, a white scarf of auspiciousness. Making our way into the sanctuary we lit butter lamp leaving us spiritually uplifted. Our accommodation was upgraded to the Terrace room, which was beautifully appointed with direct access to the spacious lawn that offered a breathtaking view of the valley below. The consultation with the traditional doctor turned out to be a pleasant surprise, leaving a lasting impression on us. Before dinner, we indulged in the rejuvenating Ku-Nye massage, which proved to be incredibly soothing. The culinary experience at the sanctuary was nothing short of exceptional. The food offered was not only sophisticated but also truly phenomenal in taste and presentation. One of the standout features was their Tea bar, a unique concept that delighted us. At the Tea bar, we had the pleasure of sampling a variety of locally brewed teas, each offering its own distinct and delightful flavors. It was a refreshing and enriching experience, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to our time at the sanctuary. Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary truly lived up to its name as a sanctuary of wellness and tranquility.…
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 23 Jul 2023
Dear guests, Thank you for your kind review, it is very much appreciated. It is a pleasure to read that you have experienced all aspects of our Sanctuary's hospitality concept. We hope to welcome you back. Warm greetings, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary Team
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We stayed at the bhutan spirit sanctuary as a family with 2 kids for 4 nights and 5 days The experience here is beyond your imagination The package is all inclusive..the breakfast, lunch and dinner that was served was extremely delicious and filling..the chef takes utmost care to suit your needs and taste. Inspite of the wonderful menu they also offered to make some kid friendly menu as well The wellness Centre is something that the hotel must be proud of..the doctor was very knowledgeable and suggested treatments for us along with delicious herbal teas. The massage, moxibustion and the hot stone bath ..everything was amazing and helped us to relax completely after a long day The kids enjoyed archery, pottery and darts..the pool is also very nicely maintained and good length Our guide sonam and our driver kincho were super knowledgeable and very caring. They took care of the smallest of our needs during our day trips The hotel offered us an extra room completely free of cost just because they could not offer us an extra bed Over all the the entire staff does everything and above to satisfy their costumers. If you ever come to Bhutan, this is the place to stay, don't look anywhere else…
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 2 Jun 2023
Dear Mr. Sandeep, Thank you for the wonderful review of your stay with us, it is very much appreciated by all of us. It was a pleasure to have you and your family as our guests, and we are especialy happy that your children had such a nice time. We hope to welcome you again... Warmest greetings, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary Team
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Set a bit away from Paro in a small secluded valley, Spirit Sanctuary makes for a quiet comfortable respite sojourn. The rooms are spacious and well appointed. The hotel itself, though newly built, seems like a converted abbey or monastery. Unexpectedly, we discovered that the spa services are included in the hotel price. A hot stone bath after the climb to Tigers Nest was the perfect way to end our day. The restaurant has a Western-friendly menu , food, which will be plus for many. The food is good. The one negative I found is the poor condition of the short (5 minute) road that leads to the hotel itself. I suspect this could present a drawback to some.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 7 May 2023
Dear Mr. Martin, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us. We are happy to read that you enjoyed our wellness-inclusive services, and indeed the hot stone bath is the best remedy to prevent mussle pain after hiking. We apologize for the condition of the public road towards out property. Fortunately, we are in consultation with the local community leaders, and with our full support, repairs will take place soon. Kind regards, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary Team
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My husband and I stayed two nights here and could have easily stayed longer. A mere 10 minute drive up the hillside from the center of Paro and you feel as though you’ve entered a different world all together. Sprawling views into the valley greet you on arrival into the lobby, with plentiful seating areas for reading or sipping coffee. The dining area below and the terrace offer the same view. Rooms are spacious and beautifully minimal in design. The bathroom is very luxurious. Dinners are preset menus, though most of what we had was quite good. Breakfasts covered enough variety for us. The spa facilities are unlike anything else that you can find in Bhutan, from a hot stone bath, to a tranquil pool room with waterfall, and sauna. It’s a worthwhile stay all around and the staff is attentive to your every need.…
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Anouk Cleven, General Manager at Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary
Responded 11 Apr 2023
Dear Ms. Rachel, Thank you for taking the time to write a nice review of your stay with us. Despite your short presence, we are delighted to read you had such a good time. We hope to welcome you back some time... Kind greetings, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary Team
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You will immediately feel as if you have arrived home. The staff make this hotel a once in a lifetime experience. Be sure to book an appointment with the Doctor to get an assessment. The info he gave me was invaluable. The rooms are lovely and the setting tranquil. A perfect stay.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Responded 3 Apr 2023
Dear Ms. Lynn, Thank you for your kind words, very much appreciated. It was a pleasure to have you as our guest, and to receive such nice feedback already during your stay. We hope to see you back one day... Warm greetings, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary Team
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I've traveled the world (all 7 continents) and state without doubt that the Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary surpasses all of my prior travel experiences. This serene, elegant, comfortable and thoroughly service-oriented lodge is truly a sanctuary for the body and mind--the ideal complement to Bhutan's deep spiritual and cultural beliefs. The Sanctuary is perched on a hillside overlooking Paro valley. We were welcomed like honored guests and escorted through the majestic double doors and through the courtyard to finally reach the lobby. What an impressive entrance! But this was not JUST a lobby we entered. This expansive double-decker open concept space with double-decker floor to ceiling windows offers a beautifully designed library (with lots and lots of interesting books to browse) and a spacious and comfy lounging area, with a window seat to enjoy the passing clouds. Have tea or coffee and just hang out! The restaurant is directly below the lobby and fronts the same expansive view that you have from the lobby above. A deck off the restaurant has a fire pit that's inviting on cool Paro nights. Soon after our arrival, we met with the in-house wellness specialist, and he assessed our health using traditional techniques (Eastern medicine) and then prescribed natural Bhutanese treatments to alleviate our aches and pains. Massage, hot oil therapy, hot stone baths (blissful after a long hiking day) and something called moxibustion (a heat therapy) are some of the treatments included in your stay (one treatment per day included). Nice that we could schedule treatments at the end of our day so we could enjoy Bhutan and then return to luxury. And my sister and I LOVED our treatments--each one unique and therapeutic. There's also a steam sauna and dry sauna in the wellness suite, a lovely pool with a waterfall that offers the BEST white noise, and yoga and meditation is offered daily. (I enjoyed it all). The rooms are all super spacious and absolutely zen-feeling. Light wood throughout, comfy beds and a spacious bathroom with heated floors and 2 sink counters completed this elegant, simple space. Our patio room included a living room overlooking the great outdoors and a lovely outdoor patio where we enjoyed birdsong some mornings and stars at night. Then there is the food, which I can't say enough about. Just exquisite, every course. 3 meals a day are included in your stay. The chef is truly creative and talented; we enjoyed our a la carte breakfasts (taste their yogurt with 'fruits') and set-menu 4 course lunches and 6 course dinners. Portions are right-sized so we felt very full but not stuffed at the end of our meal. Desserts are incredible! I also tried the local wines (a delicious Zinfandel was my favorite) . The Sanctuary offers a lot of vegetarian coursesbut also offers chicken, beef and fish (we tried them all), and of course they accommodate special food needs. The food is so artistically presented that I found myself taking pictures of each course--this is one chef who knows how to get his audience's attention. And you can have your meals anytime you want, between 6am and 10pm. You can also order room service or a bedtime snack--we loved getting fruit, or a pot of tea and some cookies, at night. The Sanctuary has an extensive tea menu (around 20 blends listed on their tea menu for whatever ails you) and they make a mean 'milk coffee' at breakfast time. We used an outside tour company for our day tours because I didn't realize that the Sanctuary can plan and support anything you want to do. The staff is gracious and oh-so soft-spoken (every one of them) and it's clear that everyone wants the guests to relax and have a good time. At the Sanctuary, we talked more softly and walked without haste--something about the atmosphere there just exudes peace and serenity. We spent some time talking with the manager Anouk, a gregarious, engaging and truly interesting person who is clearly passionate about what the Sanctuary offers--it's a retreat from the everyday world, and a way to care for your body and your mind in beautiful Bhutan. She's from Denmark so when you visit, invite her to sit with you to chat. Everything their website says is all true! --but experiencing this special place had an instant calming effect on my sister and me. I hope my superlatives inspire you to visit the wonderful kingdom of Bhutan so you can experience the Sanctuary and the beauty and history of this -- and if you are seeking the spirituality and peace that Bhutan has to offer, stay at the Sanctuary. It doesn't get better than this. A luxurious, welcoming and spiritual 'break' from the real world. I can't wait to go back. …
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 23 Mar 2023
Dear Ms. Robyn and Ms. Andrea, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such extensive review of your stay with us, it is very much appreciated. It was an absolute pleasure to have you as our guests. It warmed our hearts to see and feel how easily you felt at home and genuinenly enjoyed all we offer. We hope to see you back someday... Warm greetings, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary Team
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There is absolutely nothing not to love about this place. Try as I might to think of a fault or weakness, I simply can’t! We’ve stayed 2 nights at the beginning of our trip and we, thankfully, have another stay at the far end of the trip. I’ve had the good fortune to stay in plenty of luxury and wellness focused properties over the years the attention to detail and personalisation at the Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary is second to none of them. I’m not a gold taps kind of person (at all - I’m equally as happy in a tent) and that’s important to consider here. The service is attentive but fun and informal. They get it. The facilities top quality but understated, responsibly & thoughtfully sourced. The food. Just WOW! We loved being invited to choose a soap each on the way in and the many other thoughtful touches experienced throughout our stay. The treatment facilities and services incredible. The all inclusive package allows you to throw yourself into these with abandon. Our room, like all the rooms, had a wonderful of the Paro valley below and was laid out to ensure we spend time enjoying it. The central dining area and terrace was something to look forward to at the end of each day. Perfection? Possibly.…
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Anouk Cleven, General Manager at Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary
Responded 15 Mar 2023
Dear Nick and Sarah, Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review of your first stay at our Sanctuary. We are happy to read that you experienced exactly that what we like to share with our guests. Looking forward to seeing you again next week! Kind greetings, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary Team
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Fabulous stay overall. A completely bespoke and distinctive property with Organic food - 4 course lunches and 6 course dinners ! Loved the Tea bar with its extensive selection of wellness infused brews. Outstanding Spa based on ancient Bhutanese traditions and our daily treatments were included in the package price. The rooms were super comfy with amazing views of the Neyphu valley. Staff were hospitable and courteous to the core. This really has to be one of the best properties we've ever stayed at. Cant wait to go back. Special mention to guide Pema who helped me realize my dream of climbing Paro Takstang.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 13 Feb 2023
Dear Mrs. Divyata and Mr. Sriram, Thank you for sharing your positive review of our Sanctuary, it is very much appreciated by me and the team. It was a pleasure to have you as our guests, and we hope to see you back some day... Thank you for gifting us with your book as well. Warm greetings, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary Team
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If I could give this a ten I would. Go to Bhutan and stay here. Best food I’ve ever eaten. Delicious. Healthy. Customized. Rooms are gorgeous. Doctor on site was gifted. Don’t miss the singing bowl mediation. The Wi-Fi was soft- and they called a company and bought a special package for the hotel for three days to help me— typical American.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Responded 4 Dec 2022
Dear Ms. Kate, Thank you for taking the time and effort to write such a nice review of your stay with us, very much appreciated! We are happy to hear that you trully enjoyed many aspects of what we offer. We wish you a good stay in Nepal now, and hope to see you back sometime... Kindest greetings, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary Team
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The Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary promises a lot on their website. From the moment we were greeted by staff on our way into the inner courtyard of a traditional Bhutanese house, the Spirit Sanctuary lived up to its promise. Impeccable attention to detail, caring and attentive staff, delicious food - we left feeling serene and glowing with inner health. Make sure this is your last stop during your visit as everything else would be second to this beautiful place.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Anouk Cleven, General Manager at Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary
Responded 26 Nov 2022
Dear guests from Australia, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review of our Sanctuary, we appreciate it very much. It was a pleasure to have you and your friends as our guests, and we are very pleased to read that you left 'feeling serene and glowing with inner health', exactly what we like to achieve for our guests. Kindest greetings Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary Team
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$961 - $1,082 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary
Which popular attractions are close to Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary?
Nearby attractions include Rinpung Dzong (6.7 km), Tachogang Lhakhang Bridge (6.8 km), and Paro River (6.7 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and free breakfast.
Which room amenities are available at Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and blackout curtains.
What food & drink options are available at Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary?
Conveniently located restaurants include Mountain Cafe, Champaca Cafe, and Latest Recipe.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
Does Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary have airport transportation?
Yes, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and conference facilities.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, German, Portuguese, Hindi, and Dutch.