DESIGN CONCEPT
Uma Paro is located in Bhutan, a Himalayan kingdom steeped in fable. The main building, formerly a Bhutanese nobleman’s home, forms the hotel’s heart, with the rooms and suites reflecting the vernacular of Bhutan through use of materials such as handcrafted stone and tiles, timber darkened by smoke from wood fires, and white walls vividly painted by local artists, complemented by contemporary uncluttered interiors.
ENVIRONMENT
Each property within the COMO Group has its own identity that reflects its location while respecting the environment and indigenous culture. The architecture and design of each property has involved the use of local resources.
As well as their involvement in contemporary living concepts, the COMO Group also has philanthropic interests, managed by the COMO Foundation.
The Foundation leads the Group’s efforts in social investment, furthering its core commitment to diversity by celebrating individuality and entrepreneurship while recognising the richness of traditional culture.
Over the last five years, the COMO Foundation has supported local grassroots non-profit organisations that work to improve the lives of women and girls. Their focus is on women because they believe progress percolates through families. At the same time, encouraging a strong sense of community through local ownership, peer support, mentoring and collective decision-making. To date, grants from the foundation have enabled healthcare, income generation, skill development, education and craft preservation projects. There are no geographical limitations to the Foundation’s portfolio.
FEATURES
Accommodation consists of 29 rooms and suites, including 9 Superior Rooms overlooking the surrounding pine forests, 9 Deluxe Rooms with panoramic views of the Paro Valley, 2 COMO Suites with oversized separate sitting, dining and study areas, 8 One-Bedroom Villas with private treatment room and butler service, 1 COMO Villa featuring two bedrooms with private treatment room and courtyard and Private butler service
Room features include dual line phone, satellite TV, DVD player, Electronic personal safe, Minibar & Complimentary coffee/tea making facilities. COMO Shambhala bathroom amenities, High speed internet access (Deluxe, Suites, and Superior only), Concierge and butler services.
Bukhari Restaurant serves wholesome COMO Shambhala cuisine, Western, Bhutanese, and Indian cuisine.
Far more than a luxury retreat, Uma Paro provides expertise to explore more deeply, to go mountain biking, hiking and discover hidden worlds. Experienced guides and challenging treks present the opportunity to experience something new in a land that time forgot.
COMO Shambhala Retreat offers Asian-inspired holistic therapies including reflexology, Ayurveda, massage and facials. Features 4 treatment rooms, indoor yoga studio with panoramic view of the mountains, steam rooms, hot stone bath house, gym, and indoor pool with outdoor sundeck.
LOCATION
Druk Air connects Bhutan with Bangkok, Calcutta, Dhaka, Delhi, and Kathmandu.
The airport at Paro is a 10-minute drive from Uma Paro.
AWARDS
Condé Nast Traveller The Gold List 2008: Best for Location
Robb Report: The World’s 100 Ultimate Escapes, 2007
TTG: Best New Resort Hotel (non-beach)
RATES
Rooms from US$300
Villas from US$900
