Pemako Hotels, the first Bhutanese-owned and managed luxury hotel group is announcing expansion plans, with a third new property set to open in Paro in 2029.
Pemako, which translates to “hidden lotus-shaped land”, currently comprises of two thoughtfully curated hotels – opulent tented villas immersed in nature in Punakha, and an urban sanctuary located in Thimphu. The addition of a new hotel in Paro will extend Pemako’s presence in Bhutan further, with hotels in all of Bhutan’s key locations.
The popular Bhutanese destination of Paro is not only the site for Bhutan’s only international airport, but the historic town is also surrounded by small villages, historic buildings, and home to as many as 155 temples and monasteries dating back to the 14th century.
In partnership with Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), the Danish architects famously behind the new concept of the Gelephu Mindfulness City, the first area of its kind, set to open in Bhutan aiming to be world’s first mindfulness city; the new Pemako property in Paro will be designed in keeping with Pemako’s essence – which is for guests to experience authentic and genuine Bhutanese experiences.
Pemako Hotels is owned by Mr Wangchuk Dorji, Co-owner of Bhutan’s largest private conglomerate, the Tashi Group. The hospitality brand was created to showcase the heartfelt Bhutanese hospitality and the beauty of Bhutan to the rest of the world. Following a successful three years in operation, Pemako is looking into future expansion plans, both in Bhutan and further afield, to take the charm of Bhutanese hospitality to the rest of the world.
Pemako Hotels has a unique take on luxury, a modern simplistic approach rooted in Bhutanese culture, balancing guests’ needs for comfort and indulgence with a more measured approach. Pemako Punakha and Pemako Thimphu are both unique properties, each one-of-a-kind destinations, set amongst magnificent natural surroundings beautifully infused with traditional Bhutanese essence -reflected across their unique design, palatable culinary offerings and warm hospitality.
Pemako’s outstanding property Pemako Punakha is especially unique, as it is the first luxury tented resort in Bhutan -an increasingly popular form of alternative accommodation in the luxury space. All of Pemako Punakha’s rooms are luxury tented pool villas conceptually designed by Bill Bensley and the property features five food and beverage outlets and a Sowa Rigpa inspired spa. Giving guests an accommodation option where they feel truly connected to nature and their surroundings, Pemako Punakha embodies the essence of the brand in its guest experience.
Pemako is also deeply committed to fostering coexistence and symbiotic relationships with the local community. As a brand, 99% of their employees are local residents, and they strive to use locally produced agricultural and farm products, supporting and empowering the community from within.
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Pemako Paro
Paro, Bhutan
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