Situated in Balakha Village, 30 minutes from Paro International Airport, the 24-suite Amankora Paro contrasts rustic elements with contemporary design. Its architecture features natural rammed-earth walls, gently sloping roofs and wood-panelled interiors. Centred by a large flagstone courtyard, a lime-washed stone pavilion houses the living and dining room facilities, library and outdoor terrace, all warmed by fireplaces. Appointed with comfortable sofas and lounge chairs, the Living Room features floor-to-ceiling glass windows. These reveal a forest of blue pines, the 17th-century Drukyel Dzong and Mount Jhomolhari which soars to over 7,300 metres. The warm and cosy ambience makes this an ideal spot for sipping drinks and swapping tales. The adjacent Library provides a range of books on Buddhism and local lore, textiles and the Himalayas. Complimentary Internet access is also available through an in-house laptop. A selection of traditional Bhutanese handicrafts, textiles and clothing is available in the small Boutique. Located below the Living Room, the Dining Room opens onto an external terrace which overlooks a small stream. Views extend to snow-clad Jhomolhari and the ruins of the ancient dzong. Classic simplicity of form meets a warm ambience with communal tables and dark wood walls reflecting historic Bhutanese motifs. Amankora Paro's Dining Room serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, specialising in Indian, Western and Bhutanese dishes. Behind the main cluster of buildings is the Spa which is set on two levels. The upper level contains an arrival area, changing rooms, a sauna, steam room and glass-walled yoga studio. Steps descend to the lower level which houses one double treatment room and four single treatment rooms, each fitted with a shower and unique outdoor bath.

Available

• airport transfer: free   
• bar   
• business centre: copier, fax, internet and printing   
• conference facilities   
• foreign currency exchange   
• front desk service:24 hours   
• gift shop   
• laundry service   
• luggage storage   
• mini library   
• parking   
• spa and fitness facilities: hot stone bath, massage, sauna, steam bath and yoga/meditation room   
• taxi service on call   
• wi-fi (free): living area and banquet   

Restaurant(A La Carte)

• Bhutanese set (on request), Continental set and Indian set   

Available

• air conditioned: rooms   
• attached bath   
• balcony   
• choice of double and twin beds   
• complimentary bottled water   
• DVD player (on request)   
• electronic personal safe   
• emergency torch   
• hair dryer   
• phone   
• room heating   
• room service   
• umbrella   
• wake up calls   

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