Le Méridien Paro, Riverfront

Here’s a polished review you can use: ⸻ Review: Le Méridien Paro, Bhutan I had a wonderful stay at Le Méridien Paro, a place that truly captures the serenity and beauty of Bhutan. The hotel offers a stunning river view, which instantly puts you at ease the moment you arrive. The staff are incredibly friendly, warm, and attentive, making the experience feel personal and welcoming. My room was spacious and thoughtfully designed, with large windows that opened up to breathtaking scenery. I especially appreciated the warm flooring, a small comfort that makes a big difference in the cool Paro climate. After my hike to Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery, soaking in the room’s deep bathtub was the perfect way to relax and unwind. Overall, Le Méridien Paro is a beautiful blend of comfort, hospitality, and nature. Highly recommended for anyone visiting this magical part of Bhutan. Few things that I did not like was the way soup was served in a teapot for in room dining, all the prawns and chickens remained on the base. The naan was too crispy like papar or popaddam . The hi tea deep fries stuff too many people are more health conscious nowadays but sandwich was good . Few more snacks would be added bonus. Masala tea served was not piping hot it was Luke warm…And lastly the packed breakfast was great but if only the eggs were wrapped in aluminum foil it would have been warm. Instead the fruits were in aluminum foil. But the apples were superb.

My husband and I just returned home after a memorable Bhutan trip. We stayed at Le Meriden Paro for the last 2 nights of the trip. Location is unbeatable, given its close proximity to the airport and Tiger’s Nest. The room overlooks the picturesque river and golden paddy fields. ||||While the property looks immaculate on the outside, the room we stayed in is showing its age. The wooden floor needs a good polish. The furniture and fittings show signs of wear and tear. The shower area doesn’t drain well, resulting in water to pond. ||||Service levels can be improved in terms of communication. We sought help from the front desk 3 times and each time, miscommunication arose. Thankfully the issues were resolved quickly. ||||We thoroughly enjoyed the signature treatment “discovery massage” by Aita and Karma Choden. Although there was miscommunication regarding our appointment time, we are grateful that the spa staff managed to slot us in for the last appointment slot for 90-minute treatment. Aita and Karma Choden expertly massaged away the aches and pains from hiking Tiger’s Nest. Do make appointment early as the spa very popular!||||Can’t comment on full breakfast service as we had a very simple packed breakfast-to-go for Tiger’s Nest hike and skipped breakfast the following day as we had to leave very early for the airport. The hotel provides complimentary afternoon tea. The Maggi masala instant noodle was cooked to perfection!

I really enjoyed my stay here. We were there for 3 days and luckily were right on time for Halloween celebrations. The restaurant was decorated for the occasion. The buffet dinner servings had interesting names and the servers were dressed for the occasion. Children had a wonderful time and they were given horns to wear and treated like royalty.

We had a great experience at the Riverfront hotel. Our host Dipin & the bartender uyen made this a memorable stay. The food is also a nice balance of western & Bhutan food.

This was second choice as our agent screwed up on the original booking at Uma Paro and he recommended this property. He also got us “upgraded” to corner suites.||Maybe we start with the good stuff. The staff here is generally very friendly and only certain restaurant staff are outstanding - the one who deserves mention is Narad. He had observed that i wasn’t eating much (will be explained later) so he offered to get the chef to cook up something. The first night i had a pizza, the second night i had a Chinese dish with fried rice while my friends had salmon each. ||The WiFi is strong. The corner suite is indeed very large. Amenities are quite complete. Even an overhead fan is present, in case it gets too hot in summer? ||And that’s about it on the good things. ||Two stars are taken away (and that’s being generous already) from a potential max of five stars, because:||(1). Food at the buffet was absolutely horrid. Considering this is an international five star hotel, having 90% of the dishes being Indian is completely unacceptable. For the record, I am far from racist - one of my best pals is Indian! And giving the trite excuse that “most of the clients are Indian” is not gonna work here - on each of Friday and Saturday evenings, we only saw ONE table of Indian customers. Ironically, even the Indians were seen not to be eating the Indian offerings…||(2). Housekeeping falls short of expectations. No turndown service was rendered for each of two nights. My friend in room 114 had a cockroach in the toilet and had to call for someone to remove it. Presence of cockroach simply means there is some food lying around - which in turn meant the floors and carpets were NOT properly cleaned or vacuumed. Furthermore right now outside my room 315, is a tray of empty plates (probably from adjacent suite) which was sitting there for hours - that is despite me spotting a few staff walking past. ||(3). Corner suite room 115. My other friend was given this room, which not only provided NO river view, but also had half the windows blocked by walls. He contacted reception who offered to “downgrade” him (first time I hear of hotel offering a downgrade instead of an upgrade, but I guess they don’t have anything better than a corner suite) to a deluxe room which was significantly smaller, so he decided to live with this corner suite 115. We then did an internet search and discovered that others had complained about this specific room too?!!! Yet we were given this 115 room despite having made the booking about a YEAR AGO.

When I stayed at Le Méridien Paro, Riverfront, I immediately understood why it’s considered one of the top luxury hotels in Bhutan. Nestled right along the Paro River, the location felt peaceful and secluded, yet it was only about a 15-minute drive from Paro town and around 20 minutes from the airport. The setting was stunning—waking up each morning to the gentle sound of the river flowing past and the sight of mist-covered mountains made it feel almost unreal. The hotel’s design really stood out to me. From the outside, it looked like a modern take on a traditional Bhutanese building—sloped roofs, carved wooden details, and stone walls—but once inside, it was sleek, warm, and beautifully comfortable. It struck a perfect balance between local culture and modern luxury. Even though it’s a newer property, it fits well into Bhutan’s vision of offering sustainable, high-end tourism that still respects tradition. My room was large, clean, and thoughtfully designed, with a cozy bed, a spacious bathroom, and a private balcony overlooking the river. After long days exploring monasteries and mountain trails, coming back to that kind of comfort was pure bliss. The food was another highlight—Latest Recipe, their main restaurant, offered an impressive breakfast buffet with everything from Bhutanese dishes to Western favorites. Sambuca, the Italian restaurant, served an excellent pasta and pizza. A special mention goes to Chef Rajat, who prepared some truly delicious desserts and meals that added a personal touch to the experience. I also loved spending time at the indoor heated pool, surrounded by large windows that framed the mountains beautifully. It was the perfect spot to relax after a day of hiking. One thoughtful gesture I’ll never forget was from Mr. Ugyen, who prepared our packed breakfast early in the morning before our hike to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery—it was such a kind and appreciated touch. Of course, there are a few minor drawbacks. The hotel is quite expensive, both in terms of room rates and dining, and its polished, international style may feel a bit too “global” for those looking for a purely local experience. Since it’s located outside of Paro town, getting around requires a car or taxi. Still, for me, the peace, comfort, and genuinely warm service far outweighed those small inconveniences. The staff were always smiling, helpful, and made me feel truly cared for. Overall, Le Méridien Paro, Riverfront was the perfect blend of modern comfort and Bhutanese charm. It’s ideal for travelers who want to unwind in style after a day of adventure, enjoy excellent food, and be surrounded by stunning natural beauty. It may not be the most budget-friendly or traditional option, but as a luxurious base for exploring Paro, it’s truly hard to beat.

Solid hotel and views of the river for all rooms. Located too far from town to go out and wander. The spa is superior and I highly recommend a treatment after climbing to Tigers Next. The restaurant is adequate and good service.

We stayed at Le Meridien from 10/15/25 through 10/18/15. This is the best resort I Paro in our opinion. Very close to Paro airport situated right on River with every single room with River and Mountain View. Their service is second to none. The whole staff from front desk , housekeeping, Bar, Restaurant, wait staff and Chefs with huge smile on there face and eager to meet your wishes and going above and beyond their call of Duty. Can’t Thank Manager of the hotel enough. The day of our checkout I lost my gold bracelet and was in so much distress and even though he was off that day he assured me had the whole staff look for it and Ihad my bracelet before I left for airport. I also a must Thank chef who constantly kept an eye visited us for every meal and cooked for us made us try dishes that we were not thinking about and absolutely treated us like family. We had a great time and absolutely visited again.