ザ ペマ バイ レルム(The Pema by Realm)

A touch of luxury arriving in Bhutan! Lovely large room with courtesy fruit and treats and everything required to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. There is a spa in the basement, which I didn't have time to use, but I particularly loved the rooftop terrace area with bar and snack facilities open to the sunshine. I ate in the bistro cafe rather than the dining hall - small, friendly and quirky with a good menu choice for myself, a vegetarian, and a relaxing place to take breakfast with an outside area. I would certainly recommend to fellow travellers to Thimpu.

I recently had the pleasure of staying at The Pema by Realm in Bhutan, and the experience was nothing short of extraordinary. Hands down it is my favorite hotel stay in the world…and I have been to many hotels around the world! From the moment we checked in, the hospitality and attention to detail were beyond anything I could have imagined. The staff greeted us with fresh squeezed juice and a traditional white scarf. They also carried all our bags to the room. The hotel manager Hem escorted us to our room and pointed out everything to us and shared all the special touches the room had including local made art, pottery and baskets. They also had a hand written personalized card and gift basket for us that truly showed how much they care for every person staying with them. We were celebrating my friend's birthday, and the staff went above and beyond to make it a special occasion. Not only did they beautifully decorate the room with balloons, and a birthday banner, but they also baked a delicious fresh fruit cake for her. It was delicious! This thoughtful gesture set the tone for an unforgettable stay. We stayed in a suite overlooking the valley. The room itself was spacious and immaculate, showcasing a perfect blend of luxury and comfort. The decor was a mix of modern and traditional Bhutanese art. It was spotlessly clean providing a serene sanctuary after our long days at our meditation retreat. The bed was very comfortable and the room had blackout drapes which made for a peaceful night sleep. We also got a pull out bed for a third friend and they gave us a topper for it that made it extra comfortable. When it was hot, they brought us a stand up cooling fan that made us feel even more comfortable. The bathroom was large and had a glass shower and the water pressure was amazing. We loved that the hotel had a sauna and steam room that was available 24/7 and we had several facials and massages at the spa during our stay. The massages were divine and helped soothe our tired muscles after hiking Tigers Nest! Definitely book a spa treatment while staying here! The food at The Pema was another highlight of our stay. Every meal was a culinary delight, with a variety of delicious dishes that catered to all tastes. Some of our favorites were the pad Thai, hot and sour soup, Tom Kha soup, curries and of course all the baked goods. They have a bakery on site and the muffins were delicious! The quality and presentation of the food were also exceptional, and we found ourselves looking forward to each dining experience. We loved the dining room for breakfast and also the rooftop for dinners. The staff at The Pema were incredibly friendly and accommodating, always ready with a smile and eager to assist with any request. In the morning, the waiters remembered what we liked to drink and would have it brought to our table before we could even ask for it! The hotel manager, Hem, deserves a special mention. His warm and caring demeanor made us feel like we

The rooms were excellent. The suite we were in was equipped with all the amenities one could possibly need. The highlight was the service. The staff went beyond to ensure that we had the most pleasant stay. The manager Mr. Bishnu informed us about the local cuisine and suggested dishes that we really enjoyed. The quaint cafe with its decor and Vibes was the best part of the hotel. Thank you for everything!

Ambiance, staff, food is superb. Easily approachable from downtown. Food quality, food portions, food taste and food variety is excellent. Transport is available round the clock from all places. Cleanliness is exemplary in Pema by Realm.

We arrived well before our check-in time at the hotel after early morning flight. On the way from Paro Airport our guide informed them about our early arrival and they were very welcoming. They informed us the room booked for us by our travel agent was yet to be free so they made special arrangement for us and gave a temporary different room so my son could sleep and relax after a long journey. Once we woke up our room was ready and we shifted in our room. This hotel is located on a hill overlooking the Thimphu city. Taxis are easily available to visit the town centre and back. Breakfast spread is good. Somedays they have buffet breakfast and some days u can order your choice from their menu. Room service is very efficient and quick. Overall a pleasant stay experience.

My husband and I lived in Thimphu for more than three years, and The Pema was one of our favourite places - if not our one favourite place - to go for dinner or a Sunday afternoon coffee. The Pema has a great choice of delicious, not too sweet pastry (we can especially recommend the options based on chocolate). For dinner, we mostly went for Indian food. It might be a bit pricier than elsewhere, but you get the best Naan in town and Dosa on Thursdays and Sundays. Or we had the salads - maybe only the ones at Mountain Café and Your Café in Paro are better. Food quality in Bhutan is hardly ever consistent, The Pema, however, is a positive exception, at least most of the time ;-) There are some tables to sit outside and the nice, if sometimes windy, rooftop terrace usually opens at 1 pm. They also offer an outstanding home delivery service. Staff at The Pema is well-trained and very attentive - a rare treat in a "regular" (meaning, not five-star) establishment in Bhutan. But the disruptions in the tourism and hotel industry and people leaving for greener (Australian) pastures also impacted The Pema: we noticed quite some familiar faces gone and inexperienced, less confident staff replacing them. But we are sure that as long as the dedicated and highly-professional F&B Manager Bishnu stays, they will quickly be brought up to The Pema's standards. And, I also wouldn't want forget mentioning their wonderful hotel rooms and Spa - which we haven't tried for ourselves but heard a lot of very good things about. So, all in all, if you are in Thimphu, you definitely shouldn't miss stopping by this place - be it for a meal or just a coffee, or maybe even to stay for the night.

Perfect place A very good clean and nice hotel. Staff is very friendly and helpful. The restaurant is brilliant the chef was ready to fix the food with less spices according to my request and the food was delicious best I had in long time. There is a coffee shop at the hotel by the number of locals who come to buy cakes there I think it is the busiest in Bhutan. Breakfast is served in that coffee shop but takes a long time to be served. Except to that it is a perfect place.

Few things that stand out in my stay Attitude of every staff from house keeping, front office , f&b continue to smile and provide service Went out of way to celebrate anniversary and made our stay of 2 days memorable Food quality outstanding Rooms spic and span Something for other hotels to learn Must congratulate the management to keep staff so much motivated

Spotless room, extremely comfortable bed and amazing shower. The staff were extremely accommodating. Breakfast menu was plentiful. Will definitely stay here again in the future. Thanks for a wonderful experience.