Zhiwaling Hotel

Located on 10 serene acres in the green Paro Valley, the deluxe Zhiwaling is a wonderful example of traditional Bhutanese architecture, every bit of it hand-carved in Bhutan by local craftsmen. The guest rooms are airy and large, with balconies opening onto views of world-famous Taktsang Monastery. At the hotel’s Menlha Spa, enjoy a sauna or a Bhutanese-style massage, while the tea room offers local safflower and cinnamon herb teas. The hotel has two restaurants, plus the Mad Monk bar, and has appeared on Conde Nast Traveler’s annual “Gold List.”