Perched in the hills above Bhutan's capital city, Zhiwaling Ascent Thimphu is a magical mix of contemporary and traditional Bhutanese architecture and design; a skillfully woven tapestry of tradition and modern comfort. Nestled in 25 acres of well-kept garden and lush parkland dotted with cypress trees, Zhiwaling commands wonderful views across the valley and city below. Everything about Zhiwaling Ascent Thimphu is geared toward the Bhutanese idea of happiness and sustainability. From recycling rainwater through an innovative drainage system to conserving the sun's heat with large, double-glazed windows and creating power and hot water through solar panels, Zhiwaling Ascent is committed to energy efficiency. The Zhiwaling Thimphu takes traditional Bhutanese design as its inspiration as well as elements from Bhutanese Dzong architecture to create a modern, contemporary polished look. Guests may choose from 20 rooms - three premier rooms and 17 deluxe rooms decorated in neutral tones and flooded with natural light. All have complimentary Wi-Fi, in-room safe, cable television, complimentary on-arrival minibar, and tea and coffee-making facilities. The Zhiwaling Ascent Thimphu is the perfect destination for those seeking a luxury minimalist boutique hideaway on the edge of Bhutan’s vibrant capital city. Although a collaborative project shared between project planners from Bhutan and Austrian architects, the Hotel Zhiwa Ling is wholly Bhutanese-owned and run. As well as a dedicated team of professionals on hand to tend to guests’ every wish, the hotel is dedicated to taking on trainees from the Kingdom’s Royal Institute for Tourism and Hospitality. The students are supervised in all aspects of hospitality including tackling room reservations, wine service, and spa therapy. This commitment is shared by the Zhiwaling Ascent Thimphu’s sister hotel the Zhiwa Ling Heritage in Paro. Another luxury boutique hideaway, the Zhiwaling Heritage is the perfect addition to an itinerary for those traveling to Bhutan’s second city.