Luang Prabang sits among rivers and wooded hills in northern Laos. Buddhist temples, traditional streets and a compact historic center create a gentle urban atmosphere.

At the foot of Mount Phousi, Amantaka transforms a French-colonial compound into a serene base for exploring Luang Prabang’s temples, river life and daily rituals.
Bill Bensley’s jungle retreat outside Luang Prabang unfolds beside a waterfall and river, combining only a small collection of highly individual rooms and villas with Lao craft, spiritual experiences and one of the country’s best hotel spas.