Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary

Our five-night stay at the Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary was truly a memorable experience and exceeded all expectations. ||Upon arrival, we were greeted with a traditional Bhutanese welcome by the staff and upgraded to a luxurious terrace view room with a splendid view of the Himalayan mountains. The manager Soh Chia Hwa consistently checked in on us, always looking for ways to enhance our experience. The staff—including the front desk, kitchen, restaurant, spa, experiences, onsite doctor, and housekeeping—genuinely cared about making us comfortable and feel at home. They are the reason this resort is rated so highly in every aspect. As an example, the staff communicated regularly with our tour guide to plan day excursions and prepared delicious packed lunches (with energy bars and nuts for our Tiger’s Nest hike). We were genuinely surprised and delighted when they insisted on cleaning our hiking shoes and socks after our hike. Another highlight was the delicious and diverse selection of daily meals, with special Indian and Bhutanese options. We thoroughly enjoyed the cooking and archery classes, and the staff even helped us dress in traditional Bhutanese attire. They also surprised us with a special celebration for our marriage anniversary, which made our stay even more memorable The wellness center offered multiple treatments like Hotstone baths, moxibustion etc. that were truly relaxing and a must try. ||Overall, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary truly felt like a home away from home—a perfect place to unwind, and we highly recommend it.

Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary is one of the most special places I’ve ever stayed. The hospitality is warm and genuine, the wellness treatments are thoughtful and personalized, and the views of the Paro valley are breathtaking. A truly peaceful, meaningful, and unforgettable stay. I hope to come back again.

We stayed at Spirit Sanctuary in our last 2 days of our weeklong Bhutan trip with my parents. We arrived late at night but were warmly welcomed by their staff upon arrival. The services we enjoyed for our two days' stay is impeccable. They are able to cater to our specific needs at no extra cost, on top of their full boarding provision and complementary daily wellness massage, services (free daily laundry, washing of hiking boots etc) and other hotel activities (archery, warm pool, photo taking in local clothes). As per our request, they are able to arrange an ultra early a-la-carte breakfast in the morning we need to set off for the tiger monastery hike really early, a late night noodle snack when my father felt hungry and prefer to eat something hot instead of bagged chips and a very well-made packed lunch (which include some hot curry meat and rice kept in thermal pods on top of sandwiches) for our hike. I also want to compliment their tea selection of over 30 types provided at their restaurant, which is just eye-opening. ||I particularly want to thank the general manager for taking the effort to take care of my mother who opt out for the tiger monastery hike due to her physical condition. While the 3 of us are away for the hike for almost the whole day, she had kept her entertained (arranging her to take a momo-making class as well as well fed for two meals) and also well taking care of her while she is inside the hotel, especially since my mother does not speak very good English. ||Definitely a great stay for me and my family, ending my Bhutan trip on a high note. They are not particularly cheap but considering the service provided and the luxurious rooms, I think it is well worth the money. Also they seemed slightly cheaper than the other two luxury chain in Bhutan so it could be a better value-for-money in some sense.

This was my first-ever solo trip, and Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary made it the best of all my firsts. From the moment I arrived, I was surrounded by warmth, care, and a quiet attention to every detail. ||The entire team goes above and beyond, from daily laundry and perfectly arranged picnics to protein goodies for treks and soulful wellness treatments that made each day truly meaningful. Generously spacious spotless rooms, the wellness-inspired meals were delicious, crafted with thought and love. Ms. Soh and the entire team have all my heart.||A very special thank you to Pema, my guide throughout the journey. His warmth, patience, and thoughtfulness made every experience even more special. From arranging treks and sharing stories to ensuring I was comfortable every step of the way, Pema truly made this trip unforgettable. He now feels like family. ||Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary isn’t just a hotel; it’s an all-inclusive experience at the most serene and silent location. They welcomed me home, and I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I’m genuinely homesick!! ||I leave with a heart full of gratitude and memories I will cherish forever. Cannot wait to return.

The Sanctuary went over and beyond our expectations. The facilities and location are top notch. The service has been the best we have experienced by far. The whole staff from the general manager to each person serving our meals was extremely thoughtful, warm, and attentive. They made our first time in Bhutan relaxing and rejuvenating.

This is the most amazing stay I had so far. The facility, location, and atmosphere are perfect. You can see the monastery and the valley across. ||More importantly, Chef Soh, Chef Tracy, and the Sanctuary Team are so warm and caring. They pay attention to every detail, and made sure our food and treatment are to our liking. ||I will definitely recommend this to people who want to rest and recharge.

This hotel and spa is like nothing you could ever imagine! The hotel and spa is well over 5 stars and the service and amenities are 20 out of 10! The General Manager Soh Chia Hwa curated our stay at the hotel, beyond our imagination! The cuisine is the most high - end representation of the Bhutanese cuisine. We also joined a cooking class at the Hotel and learned about what we could expect in our upcoming meals in local bhutanese restaurants! Soh, organized a spa day and cooking class and BEFORE DINNER , dressed us in local Kiera outfits for dinner. The Bhutanese Credo of Gross National Happiness, rings true, in this wonderful and magical and happy and peaceful country! ||--||Louise Sugar

This was by far the best hotel experience we had in beautiful Bhutan - food was fabulous catering for tricky dietary requirements without blinking! All the staff were so friendly and caring - one of us had a cold and the wonderful manager took it upon herself to cure us with traditional effective remedies. The spa, swimming pool, archery and pottery were all managed with care and smiles. The only draw back is the road from the main road - treat it as a daily adventure! There are also small special temples nearby that are a little off the beaten track to explore. A real gem!