COMO Uma Paro is a luxury resort of 29 rooms and 9 private villas, set on a forested hillside overlooking the town of Paro in western Bhutan. Located just 10 minutes from Paro International Airport — the kingdom's only international gateway — it serves as the natural starting point for any Bhutan journey. The property combines traditional Bhutanese artisan craftsmanship with COMO's clean-lined contemporary design, anchored by the COMO Shambhala wellness retreat and the award-winning Bukhari restaurant.
The resort sits within easy reach of Bhutan's most significant cultural landmarks: the Tiger's Nest Monastery (Taktsang), Rinpung Dzong, the National Museum at Ta Dzong, and Kyichu Lhakhang — one of Bhutan's oldest temples, with an orange tree said to bear fruit year-round. Most COMO itineraries use Paro as the primary base, with excursions radiating outward across the valley.
Accommodation
Every room blends the colourful accents of Bhutanese craftsmanship — hand-drawn murals, woven textiles, carved woodwork — with the pared-back contemporary aesthetic COMO is known for.
Valley View Room
Standard
Thoughtfully appointed rooms that blend traditional Bhutanese craftsmanship — hand-painted murals, rich textiles — with COMO's signature contemporary design. Each room opens to views of the Paro Valley.
One-Bedroom Villa
92 sqm / 990 sqft
Self-contained retreats set among the pine forest, each with a private living area, kitchen, and dedicated spa treatment room. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the surrounding woodland. Accommodates up to 3 guests.
COMO Villa
300 sqm / 3,229 sqft
The most expansive accommodation at COMO Uma Paro, with panoramic views across the entire valley. Two bedrooms (king and twin), private spa treatment area, and personal butler service. Ideal for families or those seeking the highest level of seclusion.
COMO Shambhala Retreat
"Shambhala" means peace in Sanskrit, and the retreat at COMO Uma Paro is designed around that pursuit. The wellness centre draws on both modern science and ancient Bhutanese healing traditions — including the traditional hot stone bath, where heated river stones crack and release minerals into the water, relieving deep-set tension before a signature COMO Shambhala massage.
Each of the nine private villas has its own dedicated spa treatment suite, allowing guests to receive therapies in complete seclusion. Daily yoga classes run in a studio overlooking the Paro Valley (complimentary, except Sundays), and bespoke wellness programmes — Detox, Revitalize, Himalayan Rejuvenation — can be arranged in advance.
Dining at Bukhari
Named after the traditional Bhutanese wood-burning fireplace that anchors its circular, pavilion-style dining room, Bukhari is COMO Uma Paro's signature restaurant. Much of the produce comes from the resort's own organic kitchen garden, maintained in partnership with local farmers from the Paro Valley — affording a bounty of fresh, seasonal ingredients.
The menu balances Bhutanese flavours with refined international dishes. Seasonal highlights include wild mushrooms, buckwheat, and pumpkin. The COMO Shambhala Kitchen offers nutritionally optimised alternatives for guests following wellness programmes.
Bhutan's royal family are regular guests at Bukhari.
Experiences from COMO Uma Paro
Cultural immersion, guided treks, and uniquely Bhutanese encounters — all led by experienced English-speaking guides who know the valley intimately.
Tiger's Nest Monastery Hike
The defining pilgrimage of any Bhutan visit. Your COMO guide leads a 6-8 hour trek to Taktsang — clinging to a cliff face 3,000 metres above the valley — where Guru Rinpoche is said to have arrived on the back of a flying tigress.
Bhutanese Whisky & Cocktail Tasting
A curated tasting flight of Bhutanese whisky paired with signature cocktails crafted by COMO Uma Paro's bar team — a spirited introduction to the kingdom's emerging distilling tradition.
Prayer Flag Printing with Lam Rinzin
During select periods, learn the ancient art of Lungta prayer flag printing under the guidance of Lam Rinzin from the Paro Dophu Kutay-thang Ka temple. The Wind Horse symbolises luck and prosperity.
Chele La Pass Freewheel Ride
Coast downhill through blue pine and rhododendron forests from Chele La Pass toward the Paro Valley, with views of Bhutan's second-highest peak, Mt. Jhomolhari, soaring to 7,314 metres.
Archery & Darts
Archery is Bhutan's national sport, taken seriously at every level. Your guide sets up traditional targets and teaches proper form — a competitive and surprisingly meditative afternoon activity.
Exploring National Happiness
A COMO Conversation with Professor Kinzang Lhendup of the Royal University of Bhutan, exploring the philosophy of Gross National Happiness — the metric by which Bhutan measures its success.
COMO Uma Paro at a Glance
Plan Your Stay at COMO Uma Paro
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