Luang Prabang
Quaint town that you can explore on foot in a day, it contains a mixture of tribal houses, colonial mansions and Buddhist temples. This world heritage site is reminiscent of Chiang Mai in the 60's; UNESCO named this 700 year old village the best-preserved town in Southeast Asia.

Maison Souvannaphoum
Luang Prabang, Laos
T: +66 76 324 333.  21 rooms. US$ 195-
www.angsana.com
Stylish boutique hotel used to be the private villa of a Laotian prince and still evokes the French colonial period. Located a five minute walk from the town's center.

La Résidence Phou Vao
Luang Prabang, Laos
T: :+856 71 212 194. 36 rooms. US$ 274-
www.residencephouvao.com
Spacious rooms, spa and infinity pool overlooking mountains and Luang Parbang. Located on a hillside just outside town with shuttle buses taking you into town.