Sail down the Mekong. Venture into local villages. Watch a traditional loom weave silk. Walk along corridors once belonging to Laos’ four-time Prime Minister Prince Souvanna Phouma and taste the life of a royal in your stately room. Feel the pull of a spiritual existence as you live your days in Luang Prabang. Its refined blend of French colonial architecture, embellished with native motifs, welcomes you to the culture and spiritual centre of Laos.

The former residence of a prince, Maison Souvannaphoum Hotel is a colonial-style mansion featuring both Laotian and French design elements. An outdoor pool, spa treatments and lovely rooms with free Wi-Fi are available. Bright and stylish, all air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a 32-inch flat-screen TV and free tea/coffee making facilities. En suite bathrooms have a shower. Maison Souvannaphoum Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Mekong River and local Night Market. It is a 15-minute drive from Luang Prabang Airport and airport transfers can be arranged at an additional cost. Free parking is available. Set within landscaped gardens, Angsana Spa features relaxing massage treatments. Guests can make use of the free bicycles, or buy a souvenir at the gift shop. Nearby attractions to explore include Pak Ou Cave, Kuang Si Waterfall and Mount Phousi. Elephant Blanc serves French, Laotian and Indo-Chinese dishes in a delightful garden setting. Champagne, breakfast and other dishes are also available through room service.