SINGAPORE, 16 March 2026: Taj Hotels, a leading luxury hotel group headquartered in India, is operating two resorts in Bhutan — Taj Paro Resort & Spa and Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa — restoring the hotel brand’s presence in the mountain kingdom after a two-year pause.
Set in Paro’s valley and framed by views of the revered Tiger’s Nest monastery, the 45-key Taj Paro Resort & Spa, Bhutan, offers a setting closely connected to its 7.6-acre estate surroundings. Built from local stone and reclaimed wood by Bhutanese artisans, the resort draws from traditional Bhutanese architectural cues while embracing modern comfort.
In the pristine Phobjikha Valley, the 35-key Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa, Bhutan, is built on an elevation to minimise its environmental impact on the valley floor with views of the Black-necked Crane Sanctuary.
Its design reflects a respect for the natural environment. Inside, warm timber tones, panoramic windows and thoughtfully designed spaces create a seamless connection with the valley’s sweeping meadows and forests.
As of 2026, there are two primary Taj-branded hotels in Bhutan, with a third property managed under the parent company (IHCL).
The lineup has changed significantly since 2023, when the long-standing and famous Taj Tashi in Thimphu ended its partnership with Taj. It has since been rebranded as Pemako Thimphu.
The Taj Hotels’ parent group, Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), launched the two new luxury properties — Taj Paro Resort & Spa (Paro) in December 2025 and Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa in January 2026.
Based on current rates for a stay in mid-April 2026, here are the starting prices for the two Taj properties in Bhutan:
Taj Paro Resort & Spa (Paro)
Starting rate: Approximately USD1,135 (THB 38,141) per night.
Property type: Five-star luxury resort.l
Location: Near the iconic Tiger’s Nest monastery.
Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa (Phobjikha Valley)
Starting rate: Approximately USD1,245 USD (THB 41,844) per night.
Property type: Five-star luxury retreat.
Location: Overlooking the scenic Phobjikha Valley.
Travel Note
When planning a stay in Bhutan, the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) is usually additional to these hotel rates. For most international tourists, the SDF is currently USD100 per person, per night (with a 50% discount for children aged six to 12)
Additional IHCL property
In addition to the two Taj-branded resorts, IHCL also operates a property under its SeleQtions brand in Bhutan.
Yarkay, Thimphu – IHCL SeleQtions: Located in the capital city, this hotel opened in 2024 and serves as the group’s urban luxury presence in Thimphu following Taj Tashi’s exit from the group in 2023.
(Source: Taj Hotels. Additional rate information: Google Hotels)
