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Zhiwaling Heritage

Zhiwaling Heritage

Paro, Bhutan

  • Mountains
  • Rural
  • Wildlife
  • Wellness
  • Culture
££££pp / nightVisit website

Heavenly wellness retreat to practice yoga and meditation in the mountains

Zhiwaling Heritage is a luxurious retreat in the beautiful Paro Valley of Bhutan. The resort spans 10 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and traditional Bhutanese buildings, designed to reflect the country’s rich cultural heritage. Constructed using centuries-old techniques, the property features intricately hand-carved wooden beams and panels, showcasing the artistry of Bhutanese craftsmen.

The hotel has 45 suites, each decorated with authentic Bhutanese art and textiles. The suites are designed to make the most of the gorgeous views of the surrounding mountains. Zhiwaling Heritage has a traditional Bhutanese temple (Lhakhang) on site, a meditation house, a tea house to learn the traditional way of preparing butter tea, and a spa offering holistic treatments using indigenous herbs. Yoga is practiced daily as is meditation.

Sustainability

Climate & conservation

  • Traditional architecture using local and sustainable materials.
  • Waste reduction and energy efficiency programs.
  • Reinvestment of profits into environmental conservation initiatives.

Community & culture

  • Sources ingredients from local farms.
  • Employs a predominantly local workforce.
  • Promotes cultural preservation through design, art, and authentic Bhutanese experiences.
  • Reinvestment of profits into local community development projects.

Commercial

  • The property promotes cultural preservation through its design, art, and by offering guests authentic Bhutanese experiences.
  • They have implemented waste reduction and energy efficiency programs to conserve resources.

In brief

Price bracket
££££
Type of property
Hotel
No. of rooms
49 rooms, suites, and villas
Max guests per room
Junior Suites sleep 2; Royal Raven Suite (two king bedrooms) sleeps up to 4
Facilities
Spa, Restaurant, Wifi, Pool, Gym, Yoga shala, Garden
Activities
Yoga, Meditation, Cultural experiences, Tea ceremony, Temple visits
Setting
Mountains · Rural

Kids

Children of all ages are welcome; those under 5 stay free sharing with parents, ages 5-13 are charged 50 per cent on meal rates, and an extra bed rate applies for children 5 and above

Accessibility

Rooms for physically challenged guests are available on request

Paro, Bhutan

££££pp / night Visit website

Guide price · £ <£100 · ££ £100–300 · £££ £300–800 · ££££ £800+ pp / night