Stay 

There are 34 rooms and suites at Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao, all with wonderful views. The Garden View Rooms are on the ground floor and have a private terrace shaded by tall trees. Mountain View rooms have dramatic views of Luang Prabang and the mountains beyond, as well as the magnificent Phou Si Temple. The Pool View rooms have views of the infinity pool that is beautifully lit at night. Rooms feature a King-sized bed or two twin beds with luxury rosewood and natural textile furnishings and a spacious bathroom with free-form terrazzo bath.

ChildCare 

Children are welcome to stay at the La Résidence Phou Vao but there are no specific facilities available for them. Baby cots are free, extra beds for older kids are at a charge. Children meals and babysitting can be arranged upon request. 

Dine 

The Phou Savanh is the main restaurant at the La Résidence Phou Vao and serves Laotian and French influenced cuisine. Buffet breakfast dishes up a large choice of fresh pastries, artisanal bread, homemade jams and quality coffee. BBQs are available at lunchtime and some favourites include Mekong Fish fillet, rice paper spring rolls and pan-fried chicken and beef tenderloin. In the evening enjoy your meal in the romantic lantern lit gardens.

Relax 

Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao’s Mekong Spa, is probably one of the best in the region. The custom-designed spa treatments are based on traditional Laotian herbal remedies. Try the steam room, it’s made of limestone and at the end walk down the stony path to splash water from traditional earthenware urns, feels great. The stunning 13-metre freshwater infinity swimming pool has views of the lush valleys and glittering golden pagodas below.

Experience 

The concierge at the La Résidence Phou Vao can arrange the morning visit to the alms collection by the Monks or an excursion to the waterfall with a picnic. The setup can be incredibly romantic and a bit over the top in a pampered sort of way. Not only will you have your own guide but also a waiter to set up the table with white linen and silver and the meal included is a centre piece.