In Brief: Marriott International has reached 800 properties in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) region with the addition of La Résidence Phou Vao, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa in Luang Prabang, marking continued portfolio growth in Asia-Pacific destinations.
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La Résidence Phou Vao, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Luang Prabang – Image Credit Marriott International
Marriott International has opened the 36-suite La Résidence Phou Vao, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Luang Prabang, marking its first property in Laos and its 800th property in Asia Pacific excluding China.
La Résidence Phou Vao is located on Phou Vao above Luang Prabang, within three acres of tropical gardens. The resort is two kilometers from Luang Prabang’s old town and within the UNESCO World Heritage zone.
The property has 36 all-suite accommodations, including Garden Heritage, Mountain View and Phou Si Temple suites. Select suites include separate living spaces and private terraces. Accommodations include rosewood accents, handwoven textiles, terrazzo bathtubs, twin vanities and rain showers.
The resort’s dining facilities include La Brasserie de la Résidence, which serves a contemporary French menu using seasonal produce, garden herbs and regional ingredients. The adjoining bar serves cocktails made with local spirits.
The Be Epicurean program includes daily pre-sunset terrace nibbles and private dining at Villa des Arts, a preserved colonial residence located five minutes from the resort. The property also offers a Lao tasting menu.
On Saturday and Sunday mornings, a local artisan prepares Nem Kao on the Brasserie terrace. The steamed rice crepe is also known as Banh Cuon.
The Mekong Spa, located in an open-air Garden Pavilion, offers five signature treatments, including a ritual using Hmong indigo compresses and the Sip Sen Lao massage. The spa also includes a sauna, relaxation lounge and pool.
Other facilities include a 13-meter freshwater infinity pool and a fitness center. The resort also offers a dawn gong meditation ritual.
The property offers activities in Luang Prabang and surrounding areas, including sunset cruises at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, boat trips to Pak Ou Caves, visits to Kuang Si Waterfalls and Manifa Sanctuary, and a Baci blessing ceremony.
Nearby landmarks include the Royal Palace Museum, Wat Xieng Thong and Mount Phou Si. The resort overlooks the town, the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, and Wat Chom Si and Wat That Luang.