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Zhiwaling Ascent

4.5 star property
Zhiwaling Ascent offers a peaceful countryside retreat with rejuvenating spa treatments, local cuisine, and round-the-clock service

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Travelers find tranquility at Zhiwaling Ascent, surrounded by a nature reserve. Enjoy Swedish massages, body treatments, and local flavors at the restaurant. Two bars offer favorite drinks. Guests appreciate free in-room WiFi and helpful concierge assistance.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
The current price is AU$351
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Heated bathroom floor
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium Double Room, Valley View

Premium Double Room, Valley View

Highlights

Heating
Minibar (some free items)
TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Heated bathroom floor
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down duvets, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

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Down duvets, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Premium Valley View Room

  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Located in Thimphu, Zhiwaling Ascent is in a rural area and near theme parks. Weekend Market and Centenary Farmers Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Motithang Takin Preserve and Jigme Dorji National Park.
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Kawang Dajo, Upper Motithang, Thori Lam, Thimphu, Thimphu, 11001

What's nearby

  • Motithang Takin Preserve - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Telecom Tower - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Changangkha Lhakhang - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Folk Heritage Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Textile Museum - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Paro Intl. Airport (PBH) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Folk Heritage Museum Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pelwar Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ama Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Seasons Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Zhiwaling Ascent

Luxury hotel in a rural location
You can look forward to laundry facilities, 2 bars and a restaurant at Zhiwaling Ascent. Treat yourself to spa services, such as reflexology, a massage or aromatherapy. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free valet parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), massage treatment rooms and a 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services, coffee/tea in reception and a banquet hall
Room features
All guest rooms at Zhiwaling Ascent include thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars (stocked with some free items).
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and shower/bath combinations
  • A personal chef, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free secured valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Rooftop bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Meal delivery service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 11:30 AM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 15 for adults and from USD 15 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Zhiwaling Ascent Hotel
Zhiwaling Ascent Thimphu
Zhiwaling Ascent Hotel Thimphu

Frequently asked questions

Is Zhiwaling Ascent pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Zhiwaling Ascent?

As of 18 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zhiwaling Ascent on 26 Jan 2026 start from AU$351.47, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Zhiwaling Ascent?

Valet parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Zhiwaling Ascent?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 11:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Zhiwaling Ascent?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Zhiwaling Ascent located?

Situated in a regional park, this luxury hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Motithang Takin Preserve, Royal Takin Preserve and Telecom Tower. National Institute of Traditional Medicine and Buddha Viewpoint are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Zhiwaling Ascent Reviews

8.0

Very good

10

Cleanliness

4.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting for a retreat in nature rich with Bhutanese culture and close to everything in Thimphu
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Shamti

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel is very nice, but unfortunately there is not much choice in food and drinks, it is very limed.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025