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Zhiwaling Ascent

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Exterior
Reception
Terrace/patio
Mediterranean cuisine
Premium Double Room, Valley View

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$376
includes taxes & fees
4 June - 5 June

Explore the area

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Kawang Dajo, Upper Motithang, Thori Lam, Thimphu, Thimphu, 11001
  • Place, Motithang Takin Preserve
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Telecom Tower
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Changangkha Lhakhang
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Paro Intl. Airport (PBH)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Premium Double Room, Valley View

Premium Double Room, Valley View

Premium Double Room, Valley View

  • Valley view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room With Garden View

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

Deluxe Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Premium Valley View Room

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

Premium Valley View Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Thimphu

A luxury stay in Thimphu awaits you at Zhiwaling Ascent. You'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Motithang Takin Preserve and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Royal Takin Preserve. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and free valet parking. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages and body treatments along with aromatherapy and reflexology. Rooftop bar is the hotel's own bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Thimphu hotel include Telecom Tower and National Institute of Traditional Medicine.

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
  • ‪U. M. S Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Folk Heritage Museum Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pelwar Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Seasons Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Zhiwaling Ascent

There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. The luxury Zhiwaling Ascent also features spa services, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services. Free valet parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Thimphu hotel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Zhiwaling Ascent offers 20 accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and a safe. Beds feature down duvets. This Thimphu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, slippers and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and blackout curtains. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

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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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before 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 parking available at Zhiwaling Ascent?

Yep, Zhiwaling Ascent has free valet parking.

How much does it cost to stay at Zhiwaling Ascent?

As of 19 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zhiwaling Ascent on 4 Jun 2026 start from NZ$376, 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.

Is there a spa on site at Zhiwaling Ascent?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body treatments as well as Swedish massages.

Does Zhiwaling Ascent serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is on offer daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Zhiwaling Ascent?

No, Zhiwaling Ascent does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Zhiwaling Ascent?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Zhiwaling Ascent's onsite restaurant that serves Mediterranean cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Zhiwaling Ascent?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Zhiwaling Ascent?

No, pets are not allowed.

Zhiwaling Ascent Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele, Portland

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michele, Portland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a peaceful oasis in nature just above the bustle of Thimphu. Quiet and lovely in every way.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michele, Portland

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