Phayul Resort

One of the few hotel options in remote Lhuentse, 6-room Phayul Resort near the town of Autsho (population less than 400) is a welcome place to lay your head.

The restaurant serves Bhutanese, Indian, and Continental meals a la Carte and buffet style, and there’s a bar on the premises as well as a courtyard and seating area for hanging out. Room service and laundry service are available.

This is a good hopping off point for area attractions that include Lhuentse Dzong, a fortress built in 1654; Kurtoe Dungkhar Dzong, the ancestral home of the first king of Bhutan; and Khoma village, whose weavers and textiles are famous for being the country’s best

Some Key Facts:

• This riverside hotel has relaxed vibe, a cozy restaurant and a delightful garden. It is a good spot for lunch or just a masala tea break.
• Although close to Mongar, it would also make a lovely rural overnight stop, with eight clean and comfortable rooms with attached bathrooms and hot water.