Hotels in Laos

Our places to stay in Laos are in Luang Prabang, the former royal capital in the north of the country. Its old town, on a peninsula between the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site full of temples, French colonial houses and riverside cafés.

See the Luang Prabang guide for an area-by-area look at where to stay.

Destinations in Laos

Places to stay across Laos

A selection from every destination. Open a destination above to see all of its hotels with filters.

Planning a trip to Laos

Getting there

Luang Prabang has an international airport with flights from Bangkok, Hanoi and other regional cities. The Laos-China Railway links it with Vang Vieng and Vientiane, and the slow boat along the Mekong from the Thai border is a popular, if slow, route.

Weather

The cool, dry season from around November to February is the most comfortable. March to May is hot and can be hazy, and the rainy season runs from around June to October.

Questions about staying in Laos

How long should I spend in Luang Prabang?

Three days covers the main sights, Mount Phousi, the night market and a trip to Kuang Si waterfall.

Can I take the train to Luang Prabang?

Yes, the Laos-China Railway runs from Vientiane via Vang Vieng.