6 Top Resorts in Laos (2026)

Laos is the kind of place that makes you slow down, with jungle covered mountains, quiet towns and the Mekong drifting past. And whilst many choose to stay in smaller hotels and guesthouses, you can also find a good selection of resorts offering a wealth of facilities. This country is a great choice if you’re after somewhere calm, scenic and low-key. Our recommendations of the top resorts in Laos follow that same easygoing feel, from riverside resorts where days revolve around the view, to affordable options close to temples, markets and cafes. You’ll find everything from simple bamboo bungalows to small boutique stays with plenty of local character.

For a riverside retreat

• Right on the Nam Song River, Riverside Boutique Resort is all about the setting. Rooms are styled around different Lao ethnic groups, with carved wood, woven fabrics and balconies facing the water. The pool provides the best seat in the house. Restaurant du Crabe d’Or serves Lao-French dishes and a well-chosen wine list.
• Set in riverside parkland on the Mekong, The River Resort gives you plenty of space to breathe. Rooms are light and uncluttered, opening onto wide terraces with stunning river views. Spend your days cycling, swimming in one of the pools or taking a boat out, then eat well at the laid-back riverside restaurant.
• The Namkhan is just outside Luang Prabang and feels close to nature without being rough around the edges. There’s an infinity pool, spa and open-air restaurant serving farm-grown Lao dishes with ingredients straight from the garden. Interiors use wood, canvas and soft lighting, with balconies facing the Nam Khan for breathtaking river views.

For the spa

• Set in a restored colonial building, Amantaka feels calm the moment you step in. Suites are spacious, with four-poster beds, soft tones and a real sense of privacy; a few offer a private pool. The spa focuses on hands-on therapies, herbal compresses and personalised wellness programmes, with yoga sessions. Expect refined Lao and Western dishes at the restaurant, served in a peaceful setting.
   

For great value

• Sitting on its own island in the Mekong, La Folie Lodge is the sort of place you come to properly switch off. The stilted wooden bungalows are simple and comfortable, wrapped around a large pool. Eat by the river, borrow a bike, and expect birdsong rather than background noise. An extremely affordable base.
• Situated right on the banks of the Nam Khan, My Dream Boutique Resort is a relaxed hideaway that feels a world away from town, even though you can cycle to Luang Prabang in minutes. The bamboo bungalows are airy and well looked after, and most have river views, while the open-air restaurant serves fresh Lao favourites. It’s easygoing, friendly and great value for money.

Still not sure?

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