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Country : Bhutan
Type : Tourist Standard
The Hotel Vara Punakha is a well located Standard Tourist Category accommodation in this beautifull historic valley that enjoys a temperate climate year round. The rooms are well appointed, spacious and has all the amenities of a 3*star hotel which is rated as good value for money. Service is professional, the lawn well maintained and a multi cuisine restaurant caters to the best of Asian and Western choices. A friendly bar with all International and Local beverages cater to the most demanding clientle.
Its rooms are well situated in an arc affording good views of the Punakha valley, the Pho Chu and Mo Chu river. Each room has its coffee / tea maker, lcd t.v., wifi connectivity and complimentary mineral water. Room size allows for a spacious ambience with ample sitting area.
The Hotel Vara is mid way between Punakha Dzong and Wangdue Phodrang Dzong which makes for a convenient tour location. A short walk takes guests to the bustling Punakha market where locals shop and establishments provide an interesting glimpse of the daily lives of its inhabitants. Those interested can walk to Chimmi Lhagang the residence of the mystical Drukpa Kinley.
Book Hotel Vara Punakha to enjoy a truly Bhutanese hospitality!