 Uma
Paro
Nestled among dramatic snow-capped mountains and valleys, the Uma Paro seamlessly
integrates itself into the eastern Himalayan countryside, one of the last
pristine mountain landscapes on earth. Though local Bhutanese artisans used
traditional methods in designing and building the 20 rooms and 9 villas,
the result is somehow a clean-lined modernism that is both relaxing and
peaceful. No luxury is spared: among other amenities, all rooms feature
oversized bathrooms, DVD players, heated towel racks and in-room yoga mats.
The one-room villas all have their own private spa and courtyard for absolute
privacy. Using local organic produce, the restaurant serves Bhutanese cuisine
combined with pan-Asian flavor and accents. More pampering awaits at the
Como Shambhala spa, which offers Asian-inspired holistic treatments, a steam
room, sauna, indoor pool and a yoga room.
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 Amankora
Sticking to the luxurious, refined signature style of the Aman resorts,
the Amankora offers 24 suites located below the remains of the 17th century
fortress Drugyel Dzong. Each suite features natural rammed-earth walls,
gently sloping roofs, and wood-paneled interiors with a king-size bed, a
traditional bukhari wood burning stove, and a large terrazzo bath. The dining
room opens onto a flagstone terrace and showcases spectacular panoramic
views of the Dzong and the distant snow-capped peaks. To help guests unwind
after a day hike, mountain biking, or a visit to the monastery, the spa
treatments usually start with a hot-stone bath filled with local herbs followed
by traditional treatments and remedies. The living room is also an ideal
spot to relax and sip a glass of wine, with floor to ceiling glass windows
and comfortable sofa and lounge chairs.
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