Zhiwaling Ascent
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Zhiwaling Ascent
Kawang Dajo, Upper Motithang, Thimphu, Thimpu, 11001, Bhutan
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Located in Thimphu, Zhiwaling Ascent is in a regional park, within a 5-minute drive of Motithang Takin Preserve and Zilukha Nunnery. This luxury hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Changangkha Lhakhang and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from National Institute of Traditional Medicine.Show More
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Amenities
Sunbathing area
Hiking
Sauna
Spa
Massage room
Parking
EV charging station
24-hour front desk
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Property Description
Located in Thimphu, Zhiwaling Ascent is in a regional park, within a 5-minute drive of Motithang Takin Preserve and Zilukha Nunnery. This luxury hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Changangkha Lhakhang and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from National Institute of Traditional Medicine.
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2.5/5
Cleanliness2.5
Amenities2.5
Location2.5
Service2.5
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Surroundings
Airport: Paro International Airport
(52.1 km)
Landmarks: Sersang Futsal Ground
(530m)
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5
Deluxe Room With Garden View
1 King bed
27m² | Floor: 1-2
Fixed window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Bathtub
Refrigerator
Shower
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4
Premium Valley View Room
1 King bed
35m² | Floor: 1-2
Fixed window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Bathtub
Refrigerator
Minibar
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Guest Reviews
2.5/5
4 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness2.5
- Amenities2.5
- Location2.5
- Service2.5
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Excursion02424987075
May 14, 2024
Pros: 1) The size of the rooms are decent with nice floor to ceiling windows.. 2) Appreciate turn down service (but could do better with a little treat!) 3) Breakfast and especially, coffee was acceptable. Would appreciate something local 4) Staff were helpful but lacks warmth of a small boutique hotel… 5) BIG plus… Beautiful views, especially from the 3rd level! Cons: 1) Had to change room (to a smaller one) on 2nd night as toilet glass panel cracked! 2) Dinner was meh! 3) No bidet/ bidet spray for toilet 4) No other activity ard the area for us (no gym/ spa/ activity) 5) staff was not too reassuring on check out, as I had to leave quickly… Got a friend who checked out later to settle with the front desk if there were any other issues with my check out… Overall, a great experience but may think twice about staying there again…
Guest User
May 2, 2024
To start with the positive, the rooms are beautiful and most of the employees of the place very friendly and helpful. However, the one point which made the entire stay unenjoyable in the end and created a very bitter taste was how they ripped us off with the dinner charges. First, they never mentioned the price of the dinner to us and their menus consisted just of a set menu with no prices whatsoever (which made us believe that the dinner was included as it was the case for other hotels in Bhutan). The drinks menu had prices which was clear and easy to handle and we got charged our drinks amount fair and square upon checkout. After we have checked out and left the hotel long time ago, our tour operator all of a sudden informed us that the Zhiwa Ling reached out to them with an insanely overpriced bill for missed dinner payments - around 50 USD per person per dinner. At this point, we were willing to pay but not that much. Not only was the food at best mediocre, also my fiance who had problems with her stomach didn't order all of the courses on the pre set menu. When notifying the hotel manager of the short coming of not mentioning the prices beforehand, they agreed that they made the mistake but sticked to their narrative of us having to pay anyway. When we pointed out that we didn't have all of the 4 courses in all dinners, they came up with the ridiculous excuse that only the main is to be paid (since that was the only course we both had during both dinners) as the other courses are coming for free next to it. Bottom line, just inacceptable managerial behavior which just left us feeling ripped off and not at all appreciated. For the future travelers, please just order starter, soup and dessert as they should be for free and skip the main which is in no way worth 50 USD. We also spoke to a hotel manager of a different luxury hotel in Paro who confirmed that the costs for food are basically near 0 in Bhutan.
Guest User
April 6, 2023
Clean, attractive decor, nice bath products. We just had one nights stay. It was comfortable and the beds & linen was nice. Dining was just ok but not worth the price. Very high end and expensive place for the area.
Guest User
April 3, 2023
Having read the 5 star reviews perhaps we expected to much. We could ignore missing towels and a chilly room, but the food was very disappointing- the set menu was very limited, and the food served cold and undercooked. A large external group had taken over the restaurant so we were moved to the lobby area, and left to feel as if we were an inconvenience. Has certainly taken the edge off an otherwise unforgettable trip. I note the original reviews all date from 2019. It seems that things have changed.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Sunbathing area
Hiking
Off-site
Sauna
Spa
Additional charge
Massage room
Parking
EV charging station
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Bar
Restaurant
Cafe
Currency exchange
Conference room
Additional charge
Multi-function room
Wake-up call
Bar
Restaurant
Multi-function room
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
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Parking
Parking
Car charging facilities
Front Desk Services
Currency exchange
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
Wake-up call
Concierge service
24-hour front desk
Express check-in and check-out
Languages Spoken
English
Hindi
Food & Drink
Cafe
Bar
Room service
Snack bar
Health & Wellness
Massage room
Sauna
Sunbathing area
Spa
Additional charge
Hiking
Off-site
Beauty and makeup
Yoga session
Full-service spa
Public Areas
Elevator
No smoking in public areas
Smoking area
Water purifier
Ventilation system
Picnic area
Outdoor furniture
Cleaning Services
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Ironing service
Additional charge
Clothes steamer
Business Services
Conference room
Additional charge
Postal service
Fax/copying service
Additional charge
Wedding service
Multi-function room
Multimedia display system
Accessibility
Handrails on stairs
Stair-free main entrance
Safety & Security
First aid room
CCTV in public areas
First aid kit
Fire alarm
Keycard entry system
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
Intruder alarm
Security personnel
Carbon monoxide alarm
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 12:00
Check-out: Before 12:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
The property will provide check-in details after booking
To check-in, contact the property 3 days in advance by phone.At the same time, please provide your check-in time
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeAmerican, Asian, Vegetarian
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Property Description
- Opened: 2017
- Renovated: 2023
- Number of Rooms: 20
Located in Thimphu, Zhiwaling Ascent is in a regional park, within a 5-minute drive of Motithang Takin Preserve and Zilukha Nunnery. This luxury hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Changangkha Lhakhang and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from National Institute of Traditional Medicine.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages and body treatments. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Main restaurant serving guests of Zhiwaling Ascent. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free valet parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms featuring minibars (stocked with some free items). Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Partially open bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature hair dryers and slippers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages and body treatments. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Main restaurant serving guests of Zhiwaling Ascent. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free valet parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms featuring minibars (stocked with some free items). Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Partially open bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature hair dryers and slippers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.