The 16-suite Amankora Thimphu lodge is located in the upper part of the Motithang area and is built in the style of a traditional dzong fortress. The lodge is close to the shops and attractions of the capital, yet it is a secluded retreat from which you can explore both all that the city has to offer and the wild landscape of the Himalayas. The cozy suites feature large windows that allow you to gaze out at the magnificent forest surroundings, while the traditional wood-burning stove keeps you warm on cool days. Learn more about Bhutan's national sport with an archery lesson, or take a guided tour of the city's most important museums, markets, bars, and restaurants.
The resort is located in the Motithang district of the capital and is built in the style of a traditional dzong fortress. The 16 suites at Thimphu Lodge are a combination of bedroom and living room and feature a king-size bed, a reading chair, and a window seat. These offer views of a green courtyard or the stream and pine forest. The interior of the suite impresses with wood paneling and chocolate brown walls. The spacious bathroom is accessible from the bedroom and features two sinks, a separate shower and toilet, storage space, and a terrazzo-clad bathtub.
All five Amankora lodges serve Bhutanese, Western, and Indian cuisine, using local ingredients such as yak meat and fresh honey from the Bumthang Valley. Private dinners can be arranged both inside and outside the lodges, whether for an intimate dinner or a group celebration. High ceilings and wood-paneled walls characterize the outdoor dining terrace, where you can enjoy fresh food throughout the day. You can let your gaze wander over the nearby river and the surrounding forest.
You can pamper yourself at the Thimphu Lodge spa. A characteristic treatment in Thimphu is the grounding, cleansing, and nourishing massage ritual, but oxygen treatments and facials from the Himalayas are also among the highlights. Learn more about Bhutan's national sport during an archery lesson, or take a guided tour of the city's most important museums and cultural institutions, as well as its shops, boutiques, markets, and best bars and restaurants. Bhutan is a land of temples and monasteries, deeply influenced by Buddhist philosophy, which will leave you feeling inspired.
Peace and privacy are paramount at Amankora Thimphu Lodge, which offers just 16 exclusive suites, all with combined living and sleeping areas. The interior impresses with an appealing combination of rustic wood paneling and typical Asian simplicity, and each suite is equipped with a traditional wood-burning stove. Large windows offer views of the beautiful surrounding forest and create a friendly atmosphere in the modern interiors, even on cool winter days. The elegant spa area with traditional treatments invites you to enjoy a special wellness experience with all your senses. Stroll through the peaceful forests, try out the 9-hole golf course in Thimphu, have a go at archery, or visit the country's numerous temples and monasteries.
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