Muang La Lodge, Muang La

Stay 

Muang La Lodge has just 10 guestrooms, spread out in four wooden villas. All have white-washed walls, high vaulted ceilings, polished wooden floors and balconies looking out to the lawn or the river. The 6 Garden View rooms have either twin- or double beds, some with large tubs and separate showers. The 4 River View rooms are larger, and more eclectic in design with retro-style furniture and brightly coloured fabrics. Each has a large balcony, twin vanities and an oversized bathtub.

ChildCare 

Families with children are welcome to stay at Muang La. Katou and Lamet, both river view rooms are furthest from reception and feel very private and are ideal for families or two couples as they have the added benefit of a shared lounge area with a coffee machine. Baby cots and extra rollaway beds are available at a small charge. 

Dine 

The main La Sala restaurant and lounge area at the Muang La Lodge is set within an attractive wooden building, set on a raised ground with fantastic views across the river and countryside. The menu is a fine fusion of traditional Lao and French cuisine and beautifully presented. Alternatively, select the bespoke menu and choose to eat where you like; choose foie gras on toast, sushimi or mini-skewers washed down with the finest champagne in a romantic setting.

Relax 

Make use of the Muang La Lodge’s 4-metre elevated hot-spring baths after your day out trekking. There are also two outdoor Jacuzzis fed by a natural hot-spring which gushes at 70°C and needs to be cooled to 40-42°C for a relaxing bath. At the centre of the property is a lovely 13-metre pool lined with sun-loungers and sala for massage, perfect to unwind after an action-packed day in the city.

Experience 

Muang La Lodge serves as a perfect base from which to explore northern Laos. The mountains around Muang La are spectacularly beautiful and offer great opportunities for trekking and meeting many local ethnic groups. Mountain biking is also very popular. This resort can be easily combined with a resort in Nong Khiaw by taking river cruise down the Mekong which allows you to uncover picturesque limestone formations and undulating natural scenery.