Pemako is a luxurious property located in the heart of Thimphu and allows guests to explore the sights and shops of the capital city of Bhutan. One of the largest buildings in Thimphu, it offers international levels of service and cuisine.
Located in the Bhutan's capital - Thimphu
Jiva Spa offers wide selection of Bhutanese and Indian treatments and also steam, sauna, heated swimming pool and a Jacuzzi
Bhutanese with Tibetan and European cuisines to choose from
Amazing views over the mountains and Thimphu valley
Pemako is a luxurious hotel which has been designed in the traditional Bhutanese style with lots of local touches throughout. Thimphu is a charming city sprawling up the banks of the river of the Thimphu River and full of brightly painted, elaborately decorated facades, rich woodwork and some of Bhutan's most prestigious religious buildings.
With 66 rooms, it is one of the largest buildings in the country and dominates the Thimphu skyline. The rooms and suites are spacious and appointed with modern amenities. There is a fine dining Bhutanese restaurant, all-day dining restaurant serving Continental and Asian cuisine and a Tea Lounge. Facilities include the Jiva spa featuring a ‘Bhutanese Hot Stone Bath’ and offers exclusive signature treatments recreated from the fabled lifestyle of Indian royalty and the healing therapies of Indian spirituality. There is also a sauna, Jacuzzi, indoor heated swimming pool and fitness centre.
The real highlight of the hotel is its central location, you can wander out of the hotel into the heart of Thimphu to visit the sights including the Tashi Chho Dzong, home to the King and the central monk body, the Weekend Market and the shops selling local textiles and handicrafts. Or for the more adventurous, go trekking into the scenic mountain wilderness.
When to visit
Thimphu is excellent for a first night in Bhutan, before moving onto the more remote areas of Punakha and Gangtey.
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