Luang Prabang Hotels|Luang Prabang, Lao People's Democratic Republic

Rosewood Luang Prabang

Name: Rosewood Luang Prabang
Telephone: 856-7121-1155

An ultra-luxe hilltop hideaway in Northern Laos

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At Rosewood Luang Prabang, the setting is the star attraction. Tucked into the jungle on the edge of the former royal capital, this enchanting retreat lets nature do most of the talking, while Bill Bensley-designed interiors play a strong supporting role.

Mornings begin with frangipani-scented mist lifting off the nearby Nam Dong River, mingling with wood smoke drifting from surrounding villages. Stone paths thread past teak villas and colonial-era buildings, their shutters thrown open to birdsong and the low rush of water over rocks.

Meals honor the surrounding landscape, featuring river fish grilled over charcoal, herbs clipped minutes earlier and Lao coffee poured strong and slow. The tented spa hides deeper in the trees, where treatments lean on local botanicals, rounding out the ultra-luxe — and ultra-immersive — experience.

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Thanks to a secluded location along the Nam Dong River, the gurgle of rushing water is a constant soundtrack across the Lao resort. Paired with a setting amid the jungle foliage, Rosewood Luang Prabang feels miles away from civilization, rather than just minutes from the edge of town.
The colonial-style Great House serves as the resort’s main (and only) dining room, but your tastebuds won’t get bored here thanks to chef Wochirawish Lerttanapornsit’s flavorful Lao-French fusion cuisine.
Hidden in the jungle canopy, Sense, a Rosewood Spa comprises a handful of tented treatment rooms that allow the sounds of nature to accompany wellness services, most of which are based on northern Lao traditions. Try the herbal poultice, an ancient remedy for back pain packed with herbs from the spa’s garden.
Immersive cultural experiences run the gamut from architectural tours and saa paper workshops, where you’ll learn to transform mulberry bush bark into lanterns, to river cruises and monk-led almsgiving walks through Phanom Village.
If you have romance on the brain, consider booking Rosewood Luang Prabang’s exclusive private waterfall dinner. A candlelit ambiance on a terrace balancing over the rushing waters sets the scene for an unforgettable evening.

The Rooms

Rosewood Luang Prabang’s 23 accommodations are scattered across the jungle rather than clustered, so many villas feel genuinely secluded, with terraces hovering above the river or tucked into thick forest. You’ll hear water and wildlife long before you see another guest.
Perched above the verdant valley, the hilltop tents offer the best vistas and plenty of privacy. Just beware that the path up to these photogenic retreats is steep and can be a challenging climb in the rainy season.
Large outdoor spaces are a defining feature, from deep soaking tubs positioned for river or canopy views to decks meant for lingering with morning coffee as mist rises off the water. Screens and thoughtful layouts keep nature front and center.
Interiors blend colonial architecture, Southeast Asian style and bold Bill Bensley aesthetics into a look that’s unique to the Laos property. Expect high ceilings, polished teak furnishings, striking monochromatic tiles and bright accent walls that pop without distracting from those striking jungle views.
Look for subtle thematic touches, like initials of fictional explorers emblazoned on vintage travel trunks, bespoke wall frescoes, and traditional buckets and ladles placed by the bathtubs.

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