Title: Gakyil 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) # Gakyil Travelers savor international flavors at the on-site restaurant before stepping out to explore Bhutan's cultural landmarks just moments from this convenient hotel ## Photo gallery for Gakyil ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine - Gakyil (Thimphu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16140000/16132100/16132010/e7678d11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Gakyil (Thimphu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16140000/16132100/16132010/1a3de08f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Gakyil (Thimphu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16140000/16132100/16132010/376cf543.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge - Gakyil (Thimphu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16140000/16132100/16132010/92377eb8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Gakyil (Thimphu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16140000/16132100/16132010/303d44ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Gakyil Hotel is a short walk from Clock Tower Square, Coronation Park, and Memorial Chorten. The on-site restaurant serves international cuisine, and the bar offers refreshing drinks. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, concierge services, and tour assistance. ## Reviews 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Business services - Bar - Laundry room £22 includes taxes & fees 31 Jan - 1 Feb ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=16132010&PinnedHotelID=16132010&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=16132010&PinnedHotelID=16132010&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=16132010&PinnedHotelID=16132010&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=16132010&PinnedHotelID=16132010&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=16132010&PinnedHotelID=16132010&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=16132010&PinnedHotelID=16132010&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=16132010&PinnedHotelID=16132010&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=16132010&PinnedHotelID=16132010&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 1 of 1 room ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16140000/16132100/16132010/69599a2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Free bottled water - 419 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![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%2FThimphu-Hotels-Gakyil.h16132010.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FThimphu-Hotels-Gakyil.h16132010.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Thimphu, Gakyil is in the city centre. Clock Tower Square and Memorial Chorten are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Coronation Park and Motithang Takin Preserve. Buddha Dordenma and Telecom Tower are two other places to visit that come recommended. [Visit our Thimphu travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thimphu.dx180337) ![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%7C27.46939%2C89.64013&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mMqbtMRmq_oV0QeAvDpqINoUIdU=) Wongzin Lam P.O. Box # 543, Thimphu, Bhutan ### What's nearby - Coronation Park 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Clock Tower Square 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Memorial Chorten 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Weekend Market 10 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Changangkha Lhakhang 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Paro Intl. Airport (PBH) 98 min drive ### Restaurants - Mountain Café 6 min walk - Happy Mandala Healthy Kitchen 6 min walk - Paday Bistro 9 min walk - Zombala 2 Restaurant 4 min walk - Ama Restaurant 5 min walk ## About this property ### Gakyil Hotel near Clock Tower Square Located close to Coronation Park and Memorial Chorten, Gakyil provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Clock Tower, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and smoke-free property - Luggage storage, concierge services and 1 meeting room - ATM/banking services, a lift and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms at Gakyil boast comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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No on-site parking available - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6 AM to 10 PM at scheduled times and on request - Area shuttle (surcharge) ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 7 AM to 9 AM for a fee: USD 8 per person - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Clock Tower ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Meeting room ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift (70 centimetre wide door) - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible business centre - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchair-width doorways (70 centimetre wide) ### More - 5 floors - Banquet hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at noon Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### 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 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 not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 8 per person - Airport shuttle fee: USD 110.00 per vehicle (return) 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. ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is 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 ### Is Gakyil pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Gakyil? ### How much is parking at Gakyil? ### What time is check-in at Gakyil? ### What time is check-out at Gakyil? ### Does Gakyil provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Gakyil located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Gakyil Reviews 7.8 ### Good 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) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 7.4 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wouter 27 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good value for money, centrally located hotel. Friendly staff, good breakfast options. ##### Wouter Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dimitrios 9 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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 Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### md 22 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities it was good ##### md Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 23 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The hotel is in a very good location close to the clock tower. The staff were unfailingly polite, friendly and helpful. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 15 Jun 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort 不丹人都很nice，前台服务员服务周到。可以远远的看到大佛，床挺舒服，洗澡是浴缸，设计不合理，水会在浴缸两侧流到地上，WIFI速度较慢。只要住在市中心晚上应该都能听到狗叫声，对狗叫声比较敏感的建议带耳塞。不过房费很便宜，也不能要求太多，总之还是比较满意。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 21 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice experience Very nice stay. Service n quality was more than expectation. Wish to stay again on our next visit also ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cuong 26 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort ##### Cuong Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 17 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Tatsunori 22 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Tatsunori Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Tatsunori 18 Aug 2023 ##### Tatsunori Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### John 29 Jul 2023 ##### John Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nitish 10 Sept 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Nitish Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 30 Jul 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 2 dias seguidos sin electricidad ##### Verified traveller Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Pemako Punakha](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Punakha-Hotels-Pemako-Punakha.h100319487.Hotel-Information) > > [Naksel Boutique Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paro-Hotels-Naksel-Boutique-Hotel-Spa.h12067573.Hotel-Information) > > [Minafon - occupies an elevated position on the edge of the Bodnant Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colwyn-Bay-Hotels-Minafon-Is-A-Secluded-Barn-Conversion.h37236317.Hotel-Information) > > [Vida Marina Resort Marassi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-Vida-Marina-Resort-Marassi.h105570630.Hotel-Information) > > [Resorts Italy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Italy-Hotel-Resorts.d86-aaHotelResorts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels in Garve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Garve-Hotels.d180633.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Himalayan Keys Forest Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paro-Hotels-Himalayan-Keys-Forest-Resort.h34516861.Hotel-Information) > > [The Kylestrome Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ayr-Hotels-The-Kylestrome-Hotel.h92556001.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Belize](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Belize.d18.Hotel-Destinations) > > [Zhingkham Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Punakha-Hotels-Zhingkham-Resort.h17680555.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Lurgan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Lurgan-Hotels.s50-0-d3000402078.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [INNSiDE by Meliá Madrid Valdebebas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Innside-Madrid-Valdebebas.h103911115.Hotel-Information) > > [Lhayhuel Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paro-Hotels-Lhayhuel-Resort.h96688549.Hotel-Information) > > [25hours Hotel Dubai One Central](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dubai-Hotels-25Hours-Hotel-Dubai-One-Central.h73586368.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Istanbul (SAW) to Batman (BAL)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/saw/bal/istanbul-to-batman) > > [Flights from Barry (CWL) to Sola (SVG)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cwl/svg/cardiff-to-stavanger) > > [Flights from Houston (IAH) to Parañaque (MNL)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/iah/mnl/houston-to-manila) > > [Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Little Rock (LIT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/edi/lit/edinburgh-to-little-rock) ### Cars > [Car hire near Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Spirit-Of-Tasmania-Ferry-Terminal.d6159176.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Packages > [Youla Cable Car](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Youla-Cable-Car-Courmayeur.d553248621560941249.Attraction) ### General > [Visit Birsfelden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birsfelden.dx6034468) > > [Visit Llanuwchllyn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llanuwchllyn.dx3000010683) > > [Visit Craven Arms](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Craven-Arms.dx6145199) ---