Avani+ Luang Prabang Hotel is a contemporary hotel on Setthathirath Road in the Ban Hua Xieng quarter, within the UNESCO-protected heart of the old town. It is a compact property of 53 rooms, which keeps it friendly and easy to navigate, and it blends a modern design with Lao touches in the fabrics, woodwork and colour palette. Rooms are practical and comfortable, with a balcony, a minibar, a flat-screen television and Wi-Fi, and a vanity area that makes sharing a room easier. The hotel has a spacious swimming pool, which is a real asset in the hot months when afternoons are better spent in the water than on the street, plus a spa for massages and treatments and a fitness centre for travellers who like to keep up their routine. A restaurant serves breakfast and meals, with Lao dishes alongside international choices. The setting puts you in the middle of the town's temples, cafes and riverside lanes, so you can walk out to Wat Xieng Thong, the morning alms route and the night market without arranging transport. It is a good choice for couples and for families, since the pool and the central position make days with children easier.
Location and getting around
The old town is small, flat and walkable, and a base on Setthathirath Road puts most sights within a short stroll or a short bicycle ride. Wat Xieng Thong, the Royal Palace Museum, Mount Phousi and the night market are all reachable on foot, and the Mekong and Nam Khan riverbanks are close by for evening walks.
Because the hotel sits in the heritage area, the streets around it are lined with cafes, small restaurants and guesthouses, and you can easily wander out for a coffee or a bowl of noodles. Ask the front desk about the best route to the alms-giving ceremony, and whether your room faces the street.
What to expect
The style is modern rather than colonial, so it suits travellers who want clean lines, reliable facilities and a pool, instead of an antique-filled mansion. The balcony rooms give you a place to sit with a drink after a day at Kuang Si Falls or on the river, and the spa is a welcome way to recover from the early starts that Luang Prabang rewards.
Families will appreciate that children up to twelve can use an extra bed in the room, and the pool gives them somewhere to burn off energy in the heat of the day. Check the current terms for extra beds and breakfast when you book.
Good to know
Book well ahead for the cool season from November to February, when the town is at its busiest and the weather is at its best. In the hot months, March to May, the pool and the air-conditioned rooms make the afternoon rest much easier. If you plan an early alms-giving visit or a Kuang Si day trip, ask the hotel to arrange a driver or a boat, and keep in mind that the old town is lively in the evening, so request a quieter room if you are a light sleeper.
For a modern, comfortable, centrally placed stay with a pool, it is one of the easiest picks in town, and it works as a base for a stay of three to five nights.
Why stay here
- ✓53 rooms
- ✓Swimming pool
- ✓Spa treatments
- ✓Restaurant
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Private balconies
- ✓Minibar and flat-screen television
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
Good questions
How many rooms does Avani+ Luang Prabang have?+
The hotel has 53 rooms, which keeps it compact and easy to navigate. Book early for the cool season.
Is there a pool?+
Yes, there is a spacious swimming pool, along with a spa and a fitness centre. The pool is especially welcome in the hot months.
Is it suitable for families?+
Yes, children up to twelve can use an extra bed in the room, and the pool and central location make days with kids easier. Check the current extra-bed terms when you book.
