Bhutan's laid-back capital isn't exactly short on charm, but tucked into the pine-covered hillside of Upper Motithang, this boutique newcomer adds something a little different to the Thimphu scene. With just 12 glass-fronted cottages scattered through the forest, each individually named and deliberately spaced for privacy, it's a genuine retreat — even though you're only ten minutes from the Memorial Chorten and the buzz of the town. The setting does most of the heavy lifting here: birdsong, mountain streams and views across the valley to rolling hills. Add genuinely warm Bhutanese hospitality, a spa steeped in local wellness traditions and food made with organic, locally sourced ingredients, and you've got a pretty compelling base for exploring Thimphu.
Waking up in your glass cottage to nothing but pine forest in every direction.
The Motithang Takin Preserve is a five-minute drive away — go early morning when the animals gather near the fence to feed. They're wonderfully odd.
The property is relatively new and still growing into itself, so don't expect big-brand polish. What you will get is genuine warmth and a cracking setting.
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