Home to verdant mountains and famously beautiful gilded temples, land-locked Laos is also criss-crossed by a marvellous network of meandering rivers. Here's our pick of the best hotels in Laos for a riverside escape...
Laos remains an appealingly affordable country to visit, with budget-friendly food and drink spots, as well as an excellent selection of very reasonably priced hotels. Simple, small and often very charming, these are brilliant bases for exploring Laos' top sites...