“This luxury lodge is located on the western end of the Punakha Valley in Bhutan. The bright and airy guestrooms feature Sheesham-wood furniture, regional artwork and sweeping valley views; book a private villa for a separate living room and terrace. Dine at Bukhari Restaurant; a stylish getaway.”

Recommended for

  • Back to Nature

    • Set in a remote location in the Himalayan Kingdom, this hotel is perfect for a tranquil back-to-nature retreat
  • Local exploring

    • This hotel is perfectly placed for easy access to attractions like Punakha Dzong and Divine Madman’s Temple
  • Romantic Break

    • Couples love the stylish and contemporary suites at this hotel; book a private villa for added indulgence
  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the Punakha Dzong, the second oldest and largest dzong in Bhutan and one of the most spectacular structures in the country
  • Museums

    • Travel to Thimpu to visit the Folk Heritage Museum, a museum featuring arts and craftwork reflecting local culture
  • Rafting

    • For an action-packed day out go rafting on the Mo Chhu, a winding river with rocky rapids
  • Family Suites

  • Romantic

  • Views

  • Secluded setting

  • Remote

  • Quiet

  • Luxury

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Hills & mountains

  • Spa

  • Restaurant

  • Boutique

  • Chic

  • Child friendly

  • Intimate

  • Wellbeing

  • Traditional

  • Contemporary

  • Air conditioning

Facilities

  • Rooms

    11 rooms in this hotel
  • Safe

  • Parking

  • Family Suites

  • Bar

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Massage

  • No pets

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Spa

  • Restaurant

  • Garden

  • Child friendly

  • Suites

  • Wifi

  • Private villas

  • Hot Tub

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Air conditioning

Activities

  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the Punakha Dzong, the second oldest and largest dzong in Bhutan and one of the most spectacular structures in the country
  • Museums

    • Travel to Thimpu to visit the Folk Heritage Museum, a museum featuring arts and craftwork reflecting local culture
  • Rafting

    • For an action-packed day out go rafting on the Mo Chhu, a winding river with rocky rapids

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Other reviews

COMO Uma Punakha

With a dramatic location amongst terraced rice paddies, Uma Punakha should be on every traveller’s luxury bucket list. The eight-room property affords superb views of lush hills cascading into the Mo Chu river.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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