First Look: La Résidence Phou Vao, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa
La Résidence Phou Vao, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Luang Prabang: First Look
Expected to open in October 2026, La Résidence Phou Vao will join The Luxury Collection as one of Luang Prabang’s most iconic hilltop retreats. Tucked into lush tropical gardens with sweeping views of the UNESCO-listed old town, gilded temples and the Mekong River, the estate has long been celebrated as a peaceful sanctuary in Laos’s former royal capital.
La Résidence Phou Vao, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Luang Prabang: First Look
Following its transformation, the property will showcase 41 generously sized rooms and suites, each finished in traditional Lao craftsmanship and premium materials. Many accommodations include private balconies or patios that frame sweeping views of the surrounding hills. Carefully planned upgrades will enhance guest comfort and amenities while preserving the hotel’s distinctive architectural character.
La Résidence Phou Vao, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Luang Prabang: First Look
Culinary highlights will center on the much-anticipated La Brasserie de la Résidence, a signature dining concept that fuses classic French bistro fare with an inventive Lao tasting menu. Open kitchens and a poolside terrace offer theatrical service and sweeping views toward the gilded Mount Phousi temple. The hotel’s refreshed facilities will also include an outdoor pool, fitness center, al fresco yoga deck and a newly introduced spa wellness sanctuary. Rounding out the property are two flexible meeting rooms and a carefully curated retail boutique.
La Résidence Phou Vao, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Luang Prabang: First Look
Perched where the Mekong meets the Nam Khan, Luang Prabang is one of Southeast Asia’s most intact cultural treasures. A UNESCO World Heritage City, its streets showcase graceful French colonial villas, saffron-robed monks, time-honored temples, and living spiritual traditions. Easily reachable via Luang Prabang International Airport and the new Luang Prabang Railway Station, the city now benefits from faster regional connections that make exploring its temples, night markets, and riverside charm simpler than ever.