Laos is a fast-growing tourist destination in South-east Asia. While its neighbors Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia get the most attention, this underrated place has developed quite a reputation for itself owing to its distinctive Buddhist culture, French heritage as espoused by colonial buildings in Luang Prabang, medieval temple complexes and spots of extraordinary natural beauty. There are plenty of places to stay on your tropical getaway, but the following list of Laos resorts offer the best of all of the experiences that Laos has to offer without compromising on your luxury:
9 Best Resorts In Laos For A Soul-Satisfying Staycation
Of all the resorts or hotels in Laos, here’s a list of the 9 best places where you can stay and soak in utmost luxury & bliss. Take a look!
1. Lao Spirit Resort
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This unique jungle and river resort in Laos is located just outside the colonial town of Luang Prabang, and houses is situated to maximise the unique setting offered by the Laos forests. Guests at the resort are housed in private villas that are set amidst the noises of the jungle. The resort will arrange for elephant tours as well if you want to go kayaking in the Nahm Khan falls. One of the quietest of Laos resorts you are likely to experience.
Location: Luang Prabang
Starting price: INR 5939
TripAdvisor Rating: 5.0
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2. The River Resort
Built right along the great river Mekong that in many ways carries the heart and soul of the country, the River Resort is a picture of authenticity and luxury. Housing only about 30 guests at a time, the River Resort provides a certain personalised hospitality that is missing from other resorts. The place has two pools, bicycles for hire and offers massages that are given in traditions of the local ways.
Location: Champasak Town
Starting price: INR 6496
TripAdvisor Rating: 5.0
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3. Nam Ou Riverside Hotel and Resort
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The definitive experience of Laos resorts can be had if you stay at the Nam Ou Riverside Hotel and Resort. Located on the outskirts of the Luang Prabang, the resort is set in the throes of nature. The riverside rooms are pretty cool, and it is a welcome break from the tropical heat that one experiences in the cities of Laos. This is one of the most peaceful of Laos resorts.
Location: Park Ou, Luang Prabang
Starting price: INR 4193
TripAdvisor Rating: 4.5
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4. Riverside Boutique Resort
Located on the banks of the Nam Song river, this resort offers some of the most exhilarating views of the blue mountains that are covered with green tropical forests. The resort has won several awards for its excellent facilities and services, and that would not surprise you considering that all rooms and exterior designs. The herbal spa and the excellent pool are only complemented by the fact that there is a small village on the western back whose rustic charm can be explored on foot or bicycle.
Location: Vang Vieng
Starting price: INR 10,628
TripAdvisor Rating: 4.5
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5. Lao-Seoul Resort
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The Lao Seoul Resort is one of the cheaper and more convenient of Laos resorts, and is a great place to stay if you are in the capital city of Vientiane. Guests are housed in traditional wooden houses, and the rooms are spacious and beautifully furnished with the decor clearly reflecting the local sensibilities. About 10 kilometres from the centre of the city, the resort is close to all the major landmarks.
Location: Vientiane
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6. Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao
Just the perfect place to stay in the World Heritage city of Luang Prabang and one of the best resorts in Laos, the Belmond La Residence seems to have found the pulse of the strange heritage of the place. Its restaurants seek to mix and match authentic Laos cuisine with French dishes. The parquet carpets and the fragrance of frangipani and the Buddhist temple on the grounds where prayer chants are held every evening sit alongside the cliffside freshwater infinity pool here and the international spa at this pick of luxury resorts in Laos.
Location: Luang Prabang
Starting price: INR 32,129
TripAdvisor Rating: 5.0
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7. Le Bel Air Resort and Villa
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The Le Bel Air Resort and Villa may yet be one of the most romantic of Laos honeymoon resorts. Guests are housed in French villas inspired by the colonial architecture that Luang Prabang has acquired a reputation for. On the banks of the Nam Khan river, the river resort in Laos offers riverview dining at the Le Bel Air restaurant. Surrounded on two sides by river, the views from the grounds at the hotel are amazing, and the blue mountains of north Laos are matched only by the great food and haute decor at the place.
Location: Luang Prabang
Starting price: INR 32,129
TripAdvisor Rating: 5.0
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8. Dansavanh Nam Ngum Resort
Perched atop a hill overlooking the Phou Khao Khouay, the biggest freshwater lake there is in all of Laos, and about 60 kilometres out from Vientiane, this resort and casino is the traveller’s pick in Nam Ngum lake. There is a golfing greens here that guests might want to try, but the real attraction here is the casino that sees huge attendance on the weekends. The sprawling resort also has a great restaurant that you may want to try.
Location: Vientiane
Starting price: INR 3000 onwards
TripAdvisor Rating: 3.0
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9. Villa Santi Resort
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Resorts in Laos tend to be heavy on the colonial feel, but the Villa Santi, located in the uniquely cultural city of Luang Prabang, achieves just the right balance between vintage and modern. The building housing the resort is inspired by much of the colonial architecture that is sprinkled all over the city, but the rooms are heavy on haute decor. The 12-hectare spa also houses a world class spa, a great pool and a sauna.
Location: Luang Prabang
Starting price: INR 5433
TripAdvisor Rating: 4.0
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The enormous cultural and natural riches of Laos are being increasingly discovered by international tourists. These Laos resorts are a great way to spend an offbeat vacation in this gorgeous country, so plan your trip with TravelTriangle now and we will make it all happen for you!
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