Map

La Résidence Phou VaovsSatri House

Both hotels are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Belmond La Residence Phou Vao ranks significantly better than Satri House. Belmond La Residence Phou Vao scores 94 with approval from 13 reviews including Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and The Telegraph.

La Résidence Phou Vao
8/10
3 PO Box 50, Luang Prabang, Laos
From $121/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
show all amenities
Concierge Concierge
"After watching the sun set over Mount Phousi from the plush daybeds on your private verandah, you may never want to go inside."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Luang Prabang's finest hotel offers deluxe accommodations, excellent service, and a lofty perch away from the fray of the busy town center." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Dominating a hilltop on the south edge of the city, this hotel is an oasis of calm, with a great ambience, refreshing infinity pools, efficient service, and mouth-watering food."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"A beautiful, sophisticated hotel that lives up to its expensive price tag."
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
86.2
""The place has charm." Surrounded by gardens and spread across four two-story buildings, the hotel is "slightly removed from the action—just perfect."" Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Mountain & Pool View Junior suites overlook the shimmering Phousy Temple, particularly stunning when night falls. " Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The 34-room Belmond La Residence Phou Vao is an upscale hotel located on top of a hill overlooking Luang Prabang, providing the best views of the countryside." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Intimate La Residence, still called Pansea by locals, perches atop the Hill of Kites (Phou Vao) 3 kilometers from the center of Luang Prabang." Full review
i
The restaurant can arrange private banquets or cocktail receptions for 200-300 by advance request, and a private garden holds 30 for cocktails.
Fodor's Fodor's
"Its prime position on Kite Hill gives this sumptuous hotel the best views in town." Full review
Hideaway Report Hideaway Report
91.0
"Tranquil hillside resort overlooking the ancient capital of Laos, now a UNESCO World Heritage site." Full review
Show All Reviews
Satri House
7/10
57 Phothisarath Rd, Ban That Luang, Luang Prabang 85671, Laos
From $115/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
show all amenities
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Located in a quiet residential area near Wat That Luang... this classy place was once the home of a Lao prince. The rooms here are furnished with antiques, some belonging to the original owner."
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"One of the most charming properties in Luang Prabang, about a 10-minutes walk to the night market and start of the historic district." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith Mr & Mrs Smith
"A renovated former royal residence, Satri House hotel is an elegant homage to a bygone era, set just a short stroll from Luang Prabang's historic Old Town." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Set in a former Lao prince’s childhood villa, this enchantress of a boutique hotel has fine art on its walls, an ornamental pond laced with lilies, a beautiful swimming pool." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Built at the turn of the last century as a royal villa, Satri House's seven rooms are beautifully furnished... Hidden away amid tropical gardens, this is the perfect romantic retreat." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Decorated in a similarly genteel colonial-luxe style, full of antiques and artworks, resulting in an atmosphere that’s convincingly regal and absolutely serene." Full review

© Tripexpert Inc.