Gakyil is a great choice for a stay in Thimphu. For a bite to eat, guests can visit 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 cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle from 6 AM to 10 PM*
Off-site
Area shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–9 AM
Clock Tower – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Gakyil Hotel, Norzin Lam – On-site 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 (return)
Local 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 that you 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 on-site parking at Gakyil.
Is an 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 return.
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 9 minutes' walk from Memorial Chorten.
Gakyil Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
27 Nov 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
9 Oct 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
29 Jul 2023
John
John, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
23 Apr 2019
The hotel is in a very good location close to the clock tower. The staff were unfailingly polite, friendly and helpful.
Verified traveller
2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Sep 2018
Nitish
Nitish, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Mar 2018
Nice experience
Very nice stay. Service n quality was more than expectation. Wish to stay again on our next visit also