Paro: Uma Paro (5 Star Hotel)

Address: Po box 222 , Paro 00000, Bhutan

Lonely Planet review

Kudos goes to the Uma for tastefully combining traditional Bhutanese architecture with top-of-the-line facilities to create the best hotel in town. Nice touches include a CD/DVD player in all of the rooms, plus a gym, indoor pool and plenty of pampering at the spa and herbal hot-stone bath, with all bath products supplied by Como. Try to request a deluxe room with a view and balcony. Activities include mountain biking, archery lessons, day hikes and a visit to a local farmhouse, at extra cost.

While here, check out the world's biggest book, on display in the library! Low-season discounts are from 10% to 20%.