Bhutan Hospitality Insider

31/07/2026

Welcome Home, General Manager Bhanu! 🌟
From helping lay the foundation of The Capital Hotel as our pre-opening Operations Manager to now take the helm as General Manager, Bhanu’s journey is a powerful testament to dedication, passion, and leadership.
We are thrilled to welcome him back with renewed energy to lead us into an exciting new chapter. Here’s to setting new benchmarks, empowering our team, and reaching new heights together! Bhanu Kharka

29/07/2026

Kuensel's follow-up report on luxury hotels pushing back on wage criticism reinforces what many in the industry know first hand high room rates do not equal high net margins once you factor in seasonality, debt servicing, and high operational costs.

​The real conversation now needs to move toward solutions: How do we balance realistic hotel P&Ls with living wages for frontline team members? As shared earlier, investing in localizing senior leadership roles remains one of the clearest paths to keeping high value compensation within Bhutan while reducing long term hotel overhead.

Luxury hotel operators have hit back at criticism over wages, arguing that high operating costs and a four-month low season mean high room rates do not necessarily translate into big profits.

https://kuenselonline.com/news/luxury-hotels-push-back-on-wage-criticism-citing-costs-and-seasonality

29/07/2026

Expensive airfares are forcing ​ tourists to fly out of Bagdogra rather than Paro. 📉
​Paro hotels and airlines lose out first. But do Phuntsholing hotels gain anything? Not really. With the daily SDF, tourists are likely crossing the border straight away to avoid paying for an extra night in Bhutan.
​A double hit to the local tourism economy. to avoid paying for an extra night in Bhutan.

More than 70 percent of international tourists, along with a growing number of Bhutanese, are now bypassing Paro Airport for India's Bagdogra Airport to save tens of thousands on airfares.

https://kuenselonline.com/news/high-airfares-push-tourists-and-bhutanese-travellers-to-bagdogra-airport

29/07/2026

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29/07/2026

A little throw-back to 3 years ago! Privileged to have been part of the pre-opening team at Tashi YidWong Grand Hotel. 🙏✨
​Watching the owners' sheer determination during a tough time for the industry was truly inspiring. Shout out to my friend, GM Mr. Khagendra, for driving a bold vision and aggressive marketing that set the benchmark high.
​No surprise they’re still doing the best business in town—they always bring something extra to the table! 🥂

29/07/2026

So privileged to have played a part in the pre-opening of Access Suite! 🏨✨
​The owner put absolute heart and soul into every detail of this property combining immaculate ultra-luxury design with incredible F&B and 4-star+ service standards.
​Working alongside such a vision driven leadership was an absolute inspiration, huge motivation and a great reminder that nothing is impossible when you strive for excellence.
​Wishing Access Suite massive success! 🙌🔥

27/07/2026

Looking for the perfect place to stay in Thimphu?

Whether you're travelling for business or enjoying a family getaway, The Capital Hotel offers one of the most convenient locations in the city, with easy access to major offices, attractions, shopping, and dining.

Beyond its comfortable rooms and warm hospitality, the hotel also features a well-equipped conference hall for meetings and events, along with a wellness centre where you can relax and recharge after a busy day.

Comfort, convenience, and genuine Bhutanese hospitality—all in one place.

Experience pleasant dining at The Capital Hotel in Thimphu. Whether you're stopping for a casual bite or planning a quiet dinner, our restaurant offers a bright and comfortable setting for any occasion.

Reserve your table by calling +975 17112315. Walk-ins are also warmly welcome.