Gakyil is a great choice for a stay in Thimphu. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Clock Tower, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Languages
English, Hindi
At a glance
Hotel size
40 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at noon
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle from 6 AM to 10 PM*
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–9 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children's menu
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 27
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-width doorways
Wheelchair-accessible doorway width (inches): 27
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Clock Tower - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Gakyil Hotel, Norzin Lam - Onsite restaurant. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 110.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards.
Also known as
Gakyil Hotel Thimpu
Gakyil Hotel
Gakyil Thimpu
Gakyil Hotel Thimphu
Gakyil Thimphu
Gakyil Hotel
Gakyil Thimphu
Gakyil Hotel Thimphu
Frequently asked questions
Does Gakyil offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gakyil does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Gakyil?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Gakyil?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Gakyil.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Gakyil?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 6 AM to 10 PM on request. The charge is USD 110.00 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gakyil?
You can check in starting at noon. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Gakyil and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Clock Tower Square (3-min walk) and Coronation Park (7-min walk), along with Memorial Chorten (9-min walk) and Motithang Takin Preserve (2.6 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Gakyil?
Yes, Clock Tower offers international cuisine.
What's the area around Gakyil like?
Gakyil is in the heart of Thimphu, a short 3-minute walk from Clock Tower Square and 7 minutes' walk from Coronation Park.
Reviews
7.2
Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2023
Good value for money, centrally located hotel. Friendly staff, good breakfast options.
Wouter
Wouter, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2023
Centrally'located, spacious room, one of the very few hotels of this category offering a bathtub in the bathroom, drinking water provided in glass bottles instead of plastic disposable ones
Dimitrios
Dimitrios, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Jul 29, 2023
John
John, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 23, 2019
The hotel is in a very good location close to the clock tower. The staff were unfailingly polite, friendly and helpful.
Verified traveler
2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2018
Nitish
Nitish, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2018
Nice experience
Very nice stay. Service n quality was more than expectation. Wish to stay again on our next visit also