Apple Guesthouse

Overview

Apple Guesthouse is a quiet, traditional place with Lao decor on Xatikhouman Road, in the heart of Luang Prabang's old town. The Royal Palace Museum is about three minutes' walk, the night market five, and Wat Xieng Thong, the city's most celebrated temple, around nine.

Partner listings describe about ten rooms over two floors, from singles to family rooms for four, all with air-conditioning, a ceiling fan, a fridge, a safe and free Wi-Fi; some superior and deluxe rooms have a terrace or balcony. There's a 24-hour front desk, bicycle hire and a small snack bar.

Location

According to the guesthouse, the Mekong and plenty of places to eat are within walking distance. That Chomsi, the gilded stupa on top of Mount Phousi, is close by: climb the steps for sunset over the rooftops and the two rivers.

Luang Prabang's old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995, sits on a narrow peninsula where the Nam Khan meets the Mekong. Its streets of temples, French colonial villas and wooden Lao houses are best explored on foot or by bike. At dawn, saffron-robed monks walk the main streets collecting alms; watch quietly from a distance and don't use flash.

The morning market is about seven minutes' walk. Kuang Si Falls, with its turquoise pools, is around 45 minutes south by tuk-tuk or minivan, and boats go up the Mekong to the Pak Ou caves.

Good to know

• Breakfast isn't included.
• Upper floors are reached by stairs only.
• An airport transfer can be arranged for a fee; send your arrival details in advance.