Also known as the "flying farmhouse amidst the rice fields," this beautiful lodge is inspired by the rustic architecture of the farmhouses in the valley and is blessed with a warmer climate in Punakha. Here you can enjoy a small but fine selection of sublime suites and villas, a pool, a boutique, and yoga and meditation huts. The in-house restaurant serves sustainable dishes made from seasonal organic ingredients from the region, giving each dish a touch of authenticity. The lodge is also an excellent starting point for visiting one of Bhutan's highlights: the majestic Punakha Dzong.
Despite its small size, Six Senses Punakha offers excellent leisure and wellness facilities. The heart of the lodge is a beautiful infinity pool with majestic views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks. Below the pool is an intimate spa center with three treatment rooms, two meditation and yoga rooms for relaxation, and a modern fitness room. The traditionally inspired spa treatments use nourishing essential oils from the Alchemy Bar. For sightseeing, take a walk to Punakha Dzong or Choten Nyingpo, hop on a bike and explore the area on your own, or learn how to brew your own ara in a class.
Six Senses Punakha features 16 spacious suites and private pool villas, each designed to offer spectacular views of the valley. The spectacular lodge boasts a rustic, rural charm that suits the warmer climate of the surrounding area and offers sweeping views of the valley with its rice fields and traditional farmhouses. The large floor-to-ceiling windows and balconies and terraces offer beautiful views of the valley and its lush flora. The neutral, relaxing colors of the rooms are complemented by natural wood furniture and local decorative elements, typical of Six Senses. Up to twelve guests can enjoy a high degree of privacy in the three-bedroom villa, which has a private plunge pool and a spacious outdoor terrace.
The meals at Six Senses Punakha are excellent and are prepared by the lodge's chefs using local organic produce. Seasonal ingredients and local spices lend authenticity to every dish. Start the day with a first-class à la carte breakfast on the terrace overlooking the rice fields as the mist lifts over the valley, order a barbecue by the pool for lunch, and sample delicious Bhutanese cuisine with a Western touch for dinner in the rustic Ari restaurant. Refreshing cocktails can also be enjoyed on the riverbank, with the majestic Punakha Dzong as a backdrop.
Six Senses Punakha is an extraordinary hideaway in a unique setting. It is not without reason that it is described as a "flying farmhouse amidst the rice fields," because as a guest of this exclusive lodge, you really do feel as if you are floating above the rice fields and living right in the middle of them. Punakha is the warmest location of all Six Senses Bhutan properties. The rustic lodge impresses with its abundant comfort, authentic rural flair, and just a few sublime suites and villas. All accommodations at the resort feature a cozy outdoor area with seating and a private indoor fireplace. The villas also offer a private pool and iconic views of the picturesque rice terraces. A real highlight of Six Senses Punakha is the large outdoor infinity pool, which is modeled after the rice terraces in its crescent shape and seems to tower over the landscape. Swim your morning laps here and enjoy the breathtaking view as the fog slowly lifts over the valley.
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