La Residence Phou Vao

La Residence Phou Vao, a serene and storied royal retreat, is gracefully positioned on the Hill of Kites (Phou Vao) in Luang Prabang's historical district. Overlooking the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, the hotel offers breathtaking views of sacred Mount Phousi and Wat Chomsi. It is conveniently located minutes from the UNESCO-listed town center and just 4.1 km from Luang Prabang International Airport.

Nestled within three hectares of lush tropical gardens adorned with fragrant frangipani, bougainvillea, palms, and lotus ponds, the property exudes tranquility. Its architecture beautifully fuses traditional Lao design with French colonial charm, featuring polished teak and silk Laos textiles.

The hotel features 34 luxurious, individually furnished suites, each designed for deep rest and connection with nature. Suites boast private balconies or terraces with garden views, colonial-style fixtures, bamboo and wood-inlaid headboards, and fine rosewood furniture. Modern comforts include iPod docking stations, complimentary minibar items, pillowtop beds with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets, 38-inch LED televisions with satellite programming, and complimentary wireless internet access. Private bathrooms are equipped with shower/tub combinations, deep soaking bathtubs, and rainfall showerheads.

Guests can enjoy a variety of dining experiences, including restaurants serving elegant Laotian, French, European, and international cuisine, complemented by a poolside bar and other refined bars. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily. Unique culinary offerings include farm-to-table cooking classes from the hotel's organic garden and private chef’s table dinners.

The stunning infinity pool, dramatically perched to offer uninterrupted views of Mount Phousi, is a highlight. The full-service Mekong Spa provides a tranquil escape with massages, body treatments, facials, and traditional Laotian healing rituals in quiet garden enclaves, alongside a health club and steam room.

Additional amenities and services include complimentary wireless internet access throughout the property, concierge services, babysitting (surcharge), business services, a meeting room, and a library. A complimentary shuttle service is available to the town center and surrounding area. Further conveniences include limo/town car service, a computer station, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, free self-parking, and a 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (available for a surcharge).