Reached by crossing a suspension bridge over the Mo Chhu River, the Amankora Punakha lodge incorporates a traditional Bhutanese farmhouse built by a former Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan). The 8 Suites are identical in design to those of Amankora Paro, with views across an orange orchard and rice terraces
BUMTHANG
Bumthang is home to no less than 29 temples and monasteries, and is a treasure-trove of Bhutan’s art and painting traditions. The 16-Suite Amankora Bumthang rests adjacent to the Wandichholing Palace, within the town of Jakar in the Choekhor Valley
GANGTEY
In the little-visited Phobjikha Valley near the village of Gangtey, the eight-Suite Amankora Gangtey is set on a forested knoll with scenic views of the valley floor and the 16th-century Gangtey Goemba (monastery). Part of an important wildlife reserve, the valley is home each winter to a flock of 300 endangered black-neck cranes. Suite interiors are identical to those of Amankora Thimphu, each enjoying an outlook across the valley
THIMPHU
Set in the upper reaches of the Motithang area, the 16-suite lodge of Amankora Thimphu is close to the capital’s sights and shopping yet remains a secluded retreat. Guest Suites combine a bedroom and lounge, and feature a bukhari (wood-burning stove), with views across a landscaped courtyard, or of a stream and pine forest
PARO
At an elevation of 2,250 metres, Paro Valley is the entry point for most journeys through the Kingdom. Surrounded by pine forest, the 24-Suite retreat contrasts rustic elements with contemporary design. Guest Suites offer a combined lounge and bedroom furnished with a king-size bed, banquette window seat, reading chair and traditional bukhari (wood-burning stove)
