Luang Prabang, Laos
The Namkhan
Riverside permaculture ecolodge
Riverside permaculture ecolodge
Life centers on the working organic farm, where kitchen cooks harvest produce directly from greenhouses along the river.
What it’s good at
Notable
Riverfront yoga decks and an herbal sauna infused with fresh botanicals from the farm.
Notable
An eight-hectare riverside estate with outdoor pools, river sports, and walking paths through the farm.
Notable
Traditional bamboo weaving workshops and Lao cooking classes rooted in daily permaculture harvests.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
a down-to-earth ethic prevails at this elegant ecolodge on the outskirts of Luang Prabang.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The estate fronts the Nam Khan River, fifteen minutes by shuttle from the temples of Luang Prabang.
The rooms
Bungalows have wide wood-planed floors and handmade teak beds, while glass-walled river villas add outdoor soaking tubs.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
An infinity pool looks toward the river, and a freshwater rock pool with a waterfall sits in the gardens.
The spa
Thatched pavilions look out into jungle foliage, with open-air tables for traditional Lao massage and body scrubs.
The gym
The open-air fitness pavilion sits under a thatched timber roof, with cardio machines, free weights, and TRX suspension trainers.
Pool Bar
This thatched circular pavilion sits between the pools, serving botanical cocktails, fresh juices, and light plates across the lawn.
At the table
ROOTS prepares grilled river fish under an open-air timber pavilion, and evening tables sit beside riverside fire pits.
How it began
The property began as a working permaculture farm, welcoming its first overnight guests to riverside canvas tents in 2019.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.