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Gangtey Lodge
Highlights
Farmhouse suites,
Valley vistas,
Fireplace dining
Best for
Couples
Families
Friends
Gangtey Lodge is a beautiful Bhutanese farmhouse with sweeping views over the stunning Phobjikha (Gangtey) Valley and its endlessly rolling hills.
Here you can retreat to warm, welcoming service, hot apple cider, and opulent accommodation after a day of exploring the natural, beautiful surroundings.
Perfect for discerning travellers seeking boutique charm, cultural connection and nature-led experiences.
The main lodge features a cosy communal dining area serving superb Bhutanese and Western food, warmed by two large stone fireplaces, with a spacious terrace ideal for soaking in valley views over breakfast or drinks. Murals and carvings by local artists add a personal touch. Guests can enjoy complimentary activities such as meditation, archery, and mountain biking, or explore the region’s best day hike, which ends right outside the lodge—followed by an in-room massage. Just minutes from Gangtey Monastery, it’s a peaceful base for witnessing monastic prayers or arranging a blessing. In winter, spot black-necked cranes from the comfort of the lodge, perfectly positioned within this protected, untouched valley.
The Rooms
With just 12 luxury rooms, the lodge is intimate and tranquil. Room’s have the views too, and you can even look over the valley below from the comfort of your roll-top bathtub! Rooms are spacious and fitted with custom furnishings, underfloor heating and a cosy fireplace in the corner. Modern amenities are successfully mixed with traditional Bhutanese touches to provide a relaxing, homely feeling.
For those seeking luxury, breathtaking views and warm service, this property is one of the best we’ve come across anywhere.
What You'll Find:
- Long communal dining table and cosy lounge with fireplaces
- Soul-nourishing meals blending Bhutanese, Asian and Western cuisine
- Spa treatments in-room or in bathing house with hot-stone baths
Why You’ll Love It:
- Wake up to Himalayan vistas and misty paddy fields below
- Share fragrant meals and conversation beside roaring fires
- Let staff pamper you with massages, wellness baths or local rituals
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