Title: Hotel Vara Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Vara Guests start their day with a hearty breakfast and relaxing newspaper time at Hotel Vara, where the attentive staff ensures a comfortable stay ## Photo gallery for Hotel Vara ![Front of property - Hotel Vara (Punakha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17690000/17680900/17680878/0f2c96ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![View from property - Hotel Vara (Punakha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17690000/17680900/17680878/287c1ed8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail - Hotel Vara (Punakha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17690000/17680900/17680878/5636fdf4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Hotel Vara (Punakha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17690000/17680900/17680878/6fd77d47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![BBQ/picnic Area - Hotel Vara (Punakha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17690000/17680900/17680878/fba726ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Vara welcomes travelers with practical amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services, a business center, and free in-room WiFi. Enjoy evening relaxation at the bar and savor local dishes at the restaurant. Past guests consistently praise the helpful staff. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Business services - Bar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 16 - Jan 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=17680878&PinnedHotelID=17680878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=17680878&PinnedHotelID=17680878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 17 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=17680878&PinnedHotelID=17680878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=17680878&PinnedHotelID=17680878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=17680878&PinnedHotelID=17680878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=17680878&PinnedHotelID=17680878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=17680878&PinnedHotelID=17680878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=17680878&PinnedHotelID=17680878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Minibar, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17690000/17680900/17680878/70fb4350.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room ### Highlights TV Ceiling fan Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Minibar Coffee/tea maker Free bottled water Cable channels - 1991 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPunakha-Hotels-Hotel-Vara.h17680878.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPunakha-Hotels-Hotel-Vara.h17680878.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Punakha is home to Hotel Vara. Wangdue Phodrang Dzong and Dochula Chorten are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Jigme Dorji National Park and Motithang Takin Preserve. [Visit our Punakha travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Punakha.dx6198989) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.50917%2C89.87314&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_su-dSOe278B6nAtc11EOpyN4p0=) Lobesa, Punakha ### What's nearby - Radak Neykhang \- 5 min drive \- 3.3 miles - Wangdue Phodrang Dzong \- 5 min drive \- 3.5 miles - Chimi L'hakhang \- 6 min drive \- 2.9 miles - Punakha Dzong \- 12 min drive \- 7.7 miles - Jigme Dorji National Park \- 31 min drive \- 18.9 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Ku-Kham House - ‬3 min drive - ‪Rkpo Green Resort - ‬3 min drive - ‪Lobesa Village Restaurant - ‬10 min walk - ‪S.T. WI FI restaurant bar - ‬3 min drive - ‪Garuda Cafe - ‬9 min drive ## About this property ### Hotel Vara Property highlights Take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a business centre at Hotel Vara. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage - A front desk safe, a reception hall and newspapers in the reception Room features All guest rooms at Hotel Vara offer amenities, such as free WiFi and free newspapers, as well as minibars and free bottled water. 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A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Microwave on request - Refrigerator on request - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Business centre ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Reception hall ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination ### Entertainment - TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Microwave on request - Minibar - Refrigerator on request ### More - Ceiling fan - Free daily newspapers ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at noon Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 600.0 per night. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately INR 450 to 700 per person - Rollaway bed fee: INR 600.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Hotel Vara Punakha Vara Punakha Hotel Vara Hotel Hotel Vara Punakha Hotel Vara Hotel Punakha ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hotel Vara pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Hotel Vara? ### What time is check-in at Hotel Vara? ### What time is check-out at Hotel Vara? ### Where is Hotel Vara located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hotel Vara Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### AMIT 28 May 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Scenic Hotel Vara We had a two night stay at hotel Vara. The room was quite spacious, clean and airy. The location of the hotel was scenic and lovely. The staff was friendly and courteous. Thank you Hotel.com for our hassle free booking. ##### AMIT ### 10/10 Excellent #### kumar 1 Jun 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Peaceful all the way Awesome place to stay in though expensive. The situation of the hotel on a hill with just the sky in front was great. ##### kumar Stayed 1 night in May 2017 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Bairro Alto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bairro-Alto-Lisbon-District-Hotels.0-n179464-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kahuku-Hotels-Turtle-Bay-Resort.h470837.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Derby Pride Park by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Derby-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Derby-Pride-Park.h434278.Hotel-Information) > > [CGH Résidences Boutique Le Hameau de Pierre Blanche](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Les-Houches-Hotels-CGH-Residences-Spas-Le-Hameau-De-Pierre-Blanche.h2947047.Hotel-Information) > > [Krabi La Playa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Krabi-Hotels-Krabi-La-Playa-Resort.h3546782.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Ksamil](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ksamil-Hotels.d6193554.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Beach Resorts & Hotels in Slovakia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Slovakia-Beach-Hotels.0-0-d162-tBeachHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Anguilla Great House Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rendezvous-Bay-Hotels-Anguilla-Great-House-Beach-Resort.h894275.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Greenwich](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Greenwich-London-Hotels.0-n5827-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Canal View](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amsterdam-Hotels-Hotel-Canal-View.h21948777.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Hope Valley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hope-Valley-Hotels.d6144845.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Tremblay-en-France (CDG) to Rio Segundo (SJO)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cdg/sjo/paris-to-san-jose) > > [Flights from Exeter (EXT) to Sommacampagna (VRN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ext/vrn/exeter-to-verona) ### Cars ### Activities > [Things to do in Hvar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hvar.d6024084.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Mainz](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Mainz.d5216.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Ataturk Olympic Stadium](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ataturk-Olympic-Stadium-Basaksehir.d6067951.Attraction) > > [East Cowes Ferry Terminal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/East-Cowes-Ferry-Terminal-East-Cowes.d553248635930540563.Attraction) > > [Tioman Island Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tioman-Island.d3502.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### General > [Visit Maida Vale](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Maida-Vale.dx6047477) > > [Visit Plaka](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Athens-Plaka.dx6051640) ---