Gangtey Lodge Bhutan in Wangdue Phodrang

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  jeanne Burton

  :: 04 June 2023 08:02:24

  The time I spent at Gangtey Lodge was life changing. This is not cliche but true. Ania Zok is more than a General Manager. She is a gracious and kind hostess who makes you feel you are the only guest in her lovely home. She was an inspiration! I traveled to Bhutan on my own in March in honor of a milestone birthday. It has taken me a few months to find the words to describe this unique property or properly reflect my experience and gratitude. I now realize that there is nothing I write which will adequately recount my time with Ania and her professional, kind and talented team. First and foremost, DO NOT stay less than 3-days here. Shorten another property or location if you must but to fully experience all that the lodge and the Phobjikha Valley have to offer, 3-days should be non negotiable with your tour operator. Secondly, If possible, allow yourself to fully disconnect from the outside world while there. Gangtey Lodge has been designed with this goal in mind. Its’ staff has one purpose while you are there — to serve you. And they do so, with grace and care. No request is too big or small. I even was taught by a lovely staff member to play “Taag dha Nor” (Tigers and Cows) a classic Bhutanese board game. I had so much fun I bought the game to share with my family and friends when I got home! Chef Soh is a magician when it comes to her culinary skills. Prior to my arrival, I had suffered from a serious food-borne illness and was bedridden for 4 days. However, from the moment I arrived at Gangety Lodge, Chef discussed with me my “recovery phase” while assuring me that I would feel replenished and renewed by the time I departed. And that is exactly what happened! Every meal was prepared specifically with this purpose in mind and as a result, I was able to hike and enjoy all that the Phobjikha Valley has to offer. The rooms are perfection. Simple elegance is the best way to describe. All rooms are the identical so no need to request a specific one. Each with a freestanding roll top bathtub positioned to allow for sweeping views of the entire valley. Heated floors, comfy mattress and cozy towels and linens. Must dos: In room massage. When you arrive you receive a complimentary sample, this is nothing compared to the full hour or 90 minutes. Discuss your needs with your therapists and they will design a treatment just for that. Another Must is sitting out on the expansive deck with a heated neck wrap and cozy blanket while you dream or journal or both! Consider dedicating one day just staying on property to to experience all the offerings or spend your afternoon after your outing being pampered and nourished with yummy teas and goodies. I assure you — you will not be able to get enough of this amazing spot! Spoiler Alert: Never have I ever experienced a welcome to a property like I did at Gangety Lodge. In honoring my promise to keep the actual details sacred and therefore, a secret and to assure I will be allowed back I will leave my comment at that. But it is fair to say - the welcome is just the beginning. I did cry when I left and 2 months later I still think back fondly on my special time at Gangtey Lodge and miss it so. Thank you for the gift of a lifetime!

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  rakesh mathur

  :: 26 April 2023 20:53:44

  A super luxe high end property where luxe care attention at hospitality at its pinnacle can be experienced provided you have the taste and budget for such an experience. A minimum of 2 nights is recommended.The general manager, the executive chef and the staff are wholly dedicated to making your experience at the resort unforgettable.

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  Claire Byrne

  :: 18 April 2023 12:50:18

  A beautiful, peaceful haven that creates memories to treasure. From our arrival to departure we were welcomed by Ania and her team. 2 nights was not enough to enjoy the valley and all that Gangtey Lodge has to offer. Exemplary service and a unique location. Do not miss the opportunity to visit the neighbouring monastary.

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  Karen Gowland

  :: 15 April 2023 22:37:32

  If you are looking for constant Wifi, a big-screen TV, and a standard hotel buffet breakfast, you should stay elsewhere. If, however, you are looking for one of the world's finest hotel experiences, you should book a visit to the Gangtey Lodge. The views, the elegant, huge rooms, and the warm, attentive staff make this a stay of a lifetime. Guests are welcomed into luxurious lodge with live Bhutanese music, a massage, and a warm drink. The food was the best we ate in Bhutan and is world-class by any standard. A special thanks goes to the chef, who took the time to deliver (unprompted) a warm meal and tea to a member of our family who fell ill during our stay. Gangtey Lodge is a class act in every way, and any Bhutan itinerary would be incomplete without a visit to this magical place.

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  Ignacio Gomez

  :: 10 April 2023 18:52:30

  This is a truly unique hotel. The location in this wonderful valley is perfect, the rooms are very large and comfortable, the food also very good and the service is extremely nice and efficient. I hope I’ll be able to come soon.