The town of Luang Prabang is an ancient town located in the north of Laos that is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a gorgeous town that beautifully interweaves Lao traditions while preserving European style architecture.
Now imagine being able to stay in the former Governor’s residence in Luang Prabang. Well the Sofitel Luang Prabang offers exactly that.
This beautiful resort is built on a UNESCO-protected heritage site, where they have beautifully restored the former Governor’s residence. The Sofitel Luang Prabang offers all the glam of a 5-star resort, while also maintaining a traditional French-Laotian heritage.
In 2010 the site was transformed into a hotel, originally known as the Hotel de la Paix. Then in 2015, the property was fully restored and re-opened its doors to the public as the Sofitel Luang Prabang. It was then that the hotel become one of the oldest hotels in the Sofitel group.
Being a short 15-20 minutes walk from the city centre allows this resort to have large well-manicured gardens, and also the largest swimming pool in town. This makes the Sofitel Luang Prabang the perfect oasis after a full day of touring.
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Quick Facts about the Sofitel Luang Prabang
Star Rating: 5 stars
Location: Luang Prabang, Laos
Number of rooms: 25 all suite rooms with a private garden
Number of restaurants/bars: 2
The Experience
This resort has 25 all suite rooms – that’s right, they are all suites and at minimum all come with your own private garden, a spacious room with a sitting area and large bathroom. All of the rooms are nicely spread around the resort to maintain maximum privacy, especially if you decide to indulge in your own private outdoor bath tub (or better your private pool!).
Upon arriving to the Sofitel, we were warmly welcomed by their staff who offered us a welcome drink and cool towel. A perfect welcome! I particularly remember Pookie, who for the days that I stayed at the hotel always remembered our names. She continuously had a big smile and was so helpful.
The Garden Suite
I stayed in the Garden Suite, which was a spacious room and included my own private garden and an outdoor bath tub. And if one bath tub is not enough, don’t worry, there is another one in the room…in addition to a separate shower area.
The room itself was extremely comfortable. It was fitted out with all the modern features, with a touch of traditional Laotian heritage such as Laotian silk and artifacts that decorated the room.
My favorite part of the room – the bed. It was a king bed and it was divinely comfortable; like floating on top of a cloud. Or as some on my trip would say, like sleeping on a marshmallow.
There was a large sitting area, enough to fit 4-5 people and a large flat screen TV on the wall. On its side table, there was a bowl full of fresh fruit, which would be replenished each day. Plus an iPod stereo with an iPod filled with music handpicked by the team at the Sofitel Luang Prabang.
The mini bar was nicely stoked, and came with free coffee and tea making facilities. The best part – the tea and coffee was not your stock standard selection, but rather included fresh local Laotian coffee and loose leaf tea.
Facilities & Activities
There are various facilities at the resort to ensure a comfortable stay for all guests.
Each morning breakfast buffet was included and we would enjoy it at the Governor’s Grill. A fantastic selection of dishes to ensure every dietary requirement would be met. Plus fresh juices! I highly recommend trying the detox juice, which was delicious and a great way to start the day. Also, each day at 4pm you can enjoy a lovely afternoon tea here.
The resort also has the largest pool in town – a 25-meter amethyst tiled pool. A perfect way to cool down, especially after a full day of touring.
And finally, no relaxing holiday would be complete without a trip to the spa. Le Spa offers a wide range of body treatments to suit every visitor. Their treatments are inspired by ancient Lao healing techniques and use local organic products. It is the perfect way to relax and rejuvenate.
Looking for something else to do in Luang Prabang? Check out Ock Pop Tok – Laotian textiles with a purpose.
The Verdict
I absolutely loved staying here at the Sofitel while visiting Luang Prabang. The Sofitel Luang Prabang offers a top notch 5-star product, with excellent service. It is a peaceful oasis on the fringe of the city centre, which allows for the perfect relaxation while traveling through Luang Prabang and the Mekong.
Rooms range in price starting from around €190 per night.
And if I haven’t convinced you enough to book your next stay at the Sofitel Luang Prabang when visiting Laos, check out this awesome video put together by Robert from Another Traveler. Try and spot yours truly!
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No compensation was received for this review, however the Sofitel offered my stay complimentary. All opinions remains my own.
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I have heard wonderful things about Luang Prabang and Laos. I think I would like to visit this amazing place and the hotel looks divine.
It is gorgeous! I really enjoyed Luang Prabang and actually would like to go back
Outside bath? YES PLEASE!! One day I’ll make it to Laos and enjoy this bath.
It was great!
Soraya you’ve done it again! I wouldve never considered Laos as a holiday destination but you have me converted! This property looks like HEAVEN!
Thank you lovely Breharne! I am sure you and your family would enjoy Luang Prabang and this resort 🙂
Beautiful pictures. Makes me want to take a vacation right away.
Thank you!
This hotel looks amazing! I was just in Luang Prabang a few days ago and stayed at another hotel which I loved, but will definitely be back during dry season to check out the Kuang Si Waterfalls when it’s not roaring! Will look into Sofitel for my next stay 🙂
I have been following your posts on Instagram and saw you were just there. It looks like you had a wonderful time in Luang Prabang!
Wow! This place looks amazing. The perfect place to relax for sure. How cool that you get your own yard and you can even take a bath outside!
I loved it! It definitely felt like luxury
This place looks absolutely amazing! I’ve only read great things about Laos and I’d certainly like to visit it and stay somewhere this luxurious.
It’s such a beautiful part of the world – I really enjoyed Luang Prabang and this hotel. Would definitely go back in a heart beat.
Im thinking the garden suite would be my pick too. You say its close to the centre so did you go out in the city?
This looks wonderful! I’m a sucker for great outdoor spaces and this looks like it delivered in spades!
I wasn’t planning on getting to Laos on the short SE Asia trip I’m planning….but….maybe I need to re-think my itinerary! 🙂
wow what a beautiful place! I would love to go to Laos! Thanks for sharing , the pictures are just lovelyS!
This one is epic. I love the stays which are so close to nature 🙂
Wow this looks beautiful!! I’ve never really thought to visit Laos but adding it to my list now!