Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary
Paro, Bhutan
Overview
High in the tranquil Neyphu Valley, this is a calming, five-star retreat where Bhutan’s famed happiness philosophy comes to life. Designed in the spirit of a modern monastery, the Sanctuary folds traditional Bhutanese healing into every aspect of your stay. We’re talking restorative therapies, thoughtful outdoor experiences, and exquisitely prepared meals. Treatments draw on time-honoured Bhutanese medicine and the valley’s bounty of wild herbs, making wellbeing feel both ancient and of the moment all at once.
We'd recommend this retreat to travellers craving deeper connection, whether to culture, nature, or themselves. Children are welcome, although the resort is better suited to adult travellers. There’s no kids’ club, and the atmosphere leans more towards quiet relaxation.
When to go
What we love
- All-inclusive concept – treatments, meals, activities, hikes, classes – all is included in your programme so you can enjoy a worry-free stay
- Herbal walk with the in-house traditional medicine doctor, who'll tell you all about the healing abilities of the local herbs
- Express your inner artist in the pottery studio and take your creation home with you!
Who should go
- Travellers searching for balance and escape
- A mature traveller who wants to discover an untouched land and learn about the culture
- The surroundings are spectacular, so nature enthusiasts will love it here
Offers
- Free room upgrade from Balcony to Terrace room (subject to availability)
- Stay 5 / pay 4 OR Stay 8 / pay 6
- valid for stays until 31 December 26
Wellness
The Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary specialises in traditional Bhutanese medicine. You’ll see a medicine doctor on arrival, who'll tailor your stay to achieve a healthy balance between body, mind and spirit. Programmes range from a classic hotel stay with therapies (at least one treatment per day included), or a combination of relaxation and exploring Bhutan's captivating capital and hilltop monasteries.
The Restful Mind philosophy, based on teachings of His Eminence Gyalwa Dokhampa, is infused in daily life here. The retreat has the second largest collection of original Bhutanese herbs (more than 100), which are used in the treatments and therapies – 20 of which, are cultivated in the garden.
Wellness facilities include six treatment rooms, a heated indoor pool, saunas and steam rooms (male and female), a Jacuzzi, fitness centre, lounge area and a terrace for sunbathing. There's an art and pottery studio, too, for creative therapy.
Daily yoga and meditation classes take place in a group setting or on one-to-one basis. Classes are not pre-scheduled, so timings are as and when guests request them. Suited to all levels, they’re carried out in the yoga studio or on the pool terrace. Traditional Bhutanese sports like archery can also be arranged in the apple orchard on request.
- Herbal compress
- Hot oil compression
- Moxibustion herb-infused hot stone bath
- Ku Nye massage (with warm herbal oils)
- Manicure and pedicure
- Yoga
- Meditation
- Art therapy
Activities
- Archery
- Cooking classes
- Darts
- Lectures on local culture
- Library
- Waking and hiking (nearest forest is 10 minutes walks away)
- Hikes in the Neyphu Valley
- Visit to Thimphu
- Climb famous Tiger's Nest
- Visit local monasteries and communities
- Share a meal with a local family and learn about Bhutan traditions
- Visit Paro
Rooms
These second-floor rooms come with a king-size or twin beds, a sitting area with a sofa and writing desk, and a bathroom with a bathtub and walk-in shower. Facilities include heating and air-conditioning, Bluetooth speakers, a safe, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers and locally handmade amenities.
These ground-floor rooms come with a king-size or twin beds, a sitting area with a sofa and writing desk, a dining table and a bathroom with a bathtub and walk-in shower. Facilities include heating and air-conditioning, Bluetooth speakers, a safe, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers and locally handmade amenities.
What’s on the menu
The restaurant has an outdoor terrace overlooking Neyphu Valley, and homemade picnics can be arranged. There’s also a communal table for guests looking to socialise. The hotel has its own greenhouse and herb garden, using local produce whenever possible; the executive chef happily gives tours and teaches guests all about Bhutanese cuisine on request.
Location
Families, Children & Infants
Kids are allowed but hotel is more suitable for adult travellers. There is no kids club.Why Wellbeing Escapes?
