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“Seven historic townhouses carefully converted into a boutique hotel whilst maintaining their charm. Some rooms are on the small side but all have original touches like exposed stone walls and wooden beams. Modern bathrooms are a welcome addition as are the delicious local dishes on offer.”

“Seven historic townhouses carefully converted into a boutique hotel whilst maintaining their charm. Some rooms are on the small side but all have original touches like exposed stone walls and wooden beams. Modern bathrooms are a welcome addition as are the delicious local dishes on offer.”

Recommended For

  • Historic
  • The residence of the first Prime Minister of Laos, lovingly restored in 2002 by owner-architect Sinlasone Soumpholphakdy
  • Sights nearby
  • Stroll just a few minutes through town to the iconic Wat Xiengthong, one of Luang Prabang's famous temples
  • Museums
  • Delve into Laos' history at the Royal Palace Museum, home to relics and treasures aplenty
  • Value chic
  • A simple riverside spot with boutique charm at a very reasonable price
  • Cycling
  • Cycle around town, across bridges and along the network of trails which surround Luang Prabang
  • Local markets
  • Amble to the popular Night Market for souvenirs
  • Other Activities
  • Watch monks receive their morning alms
  • Learning
  • Trekking
  • Great walks
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast only
  • Colonial
  • Quiet
  • Full of character
  • Retro/Vintage
  • Townhouse
  • Boutique
  • Landmark
  • Antiques
  • Quirky
  • Child friendly
  • Traditional
  • Charming
  • Intimate

Facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast only
  • Airport transfer
  • Walking distance restaurants
  • No pets
  • Library
  • Bicycle hire
  • Laundry
  • Garden
  • Child friendly
  • Parking
  • Sitting Room
  • Satellite / Cable TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Wifi
  • Safe

Activities

  • Sights nearby
  • Stroll just a few minutes through town to the iconic Wat Xiengthong, one of Luang Prabang's famous temples
  • Museums
  • Delve into Laos' history at the Royal Palace Museum, home to relics and treasures aplenty
  • Cycling
  • Cycle around town, across bridges and along the network of trails which surround Luang Prabang
  • Local markets
  • Amble to the popular Night Market for souvenirs
  • Other Activities
  • Watch monks receive their morning alms
  • Learning
  • Trekking
  • Great walks

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Originally published by The Guardian (view article)

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