Luang Prabang, Laos Hotel Rooms at the Independent

Everything is perfect from services to the look of the hotel and location. If you don't like hot weather 36-40c, go in winter and you will have pleasant time. The town is still preserved with original Lao features, people, houses and food. Everything is not as cheap as you might expect. The boat ride along the river ($25pp lunch included and can be arranged by the hotel) is a must.

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay. The room was very comfortable with everything we need. The staff were excellent and nothing was a trouble. Food was good.staff always available for a free lift to the main part of town. My only complaint was there was never many if any pool towels and pool attendance scarce, but if you asked for a towel you soon got one.We would definitely stay here again!

This is a most relaxing hotel and the staff are exceptional. We had a wonderful four night stay here. Couples looking for peace and quiet and high end comforts will be well pleased with this hotel.

My experience for the most part was most enjoyable at the Le Bel Air Boutique. I attribute most of my compliments too the friendliness of the staff whom I found to be most helpful, kind and and helpful.A million thanks to Mr. John Paul, the manager and a receptionist named Mr.Thom. The services from the restaurant were also great,fast, and accurate.

Best hotel we stayed in Laos. More expensive but well worth the additional cost.Staff could not be more helpful and friendly. Great swimming pool and breakfast buffet. 4 kilometres out of town but has free shuttle several times a day.

Staff very nice and friendly, but didn't offer many recommendations for places to go. That's OK though, since there were plenty of opportunities to get information. Restaurant "Tropical Idol" was excellent! Breakfast was great, but dinner is excellent. Didn't see many people eat here since it is hidden away, but it has some of the best thai/lao food I have eaten anywhere my trip. Room was good and had ample space, tv, ac all worked great. Just a short walk to all the sightseeing around Luang Prabang, night market, restaurants. Would definitely stay here again.

Excellent is the word to describe this accomodation. We stayed three nights in the junior suite and found everything was stellar, room, food, pool and staff. One thing to mention, among others, is excellent breakfast. Sterling bread, croissants and jam are hand-made by an elegant lady at the accomodation, who went to French school before revolution and so speaks French.

The hotel is perfectly situated high above the Mekong. Dining on the terrace overlooking the Mekong is a real treat. Walking in the beautiful gardens is a delight. The French Colonnial style of the hotel is most pleasing with many pools with lotus flowers and water features. The trees in the garden are stunning and water buffalo crop the grass. Swimming in the pool watching the sunset is a must. Staff are very helpful and our room with balcony overlooking the Mekong was excellent. Shower water was always hot. I would rather stay in the peaceful setting of this hotel a short courtesy bus ride from the centre of Luang Prabang. This is our second stay here and we would return again. Thank again for a very special holiday.

We stayed in the the Junior suite in the annex, which was spacious, well equipped and had a beautiful view of the surrounding countryside. The bathroom was spacious and had a huge bathtub to relax in, which is prefect after trekking in the jungle .The location of the Villa Santi is perfect for all the sights, the night market, palace and the entrance to Mount Phou Si are all on the same road.) The staff were helpful and friendly and we enjoyed the breakfast buffet and unusually for Laos the restaurant had a good selection of vegetarian meals .

The hotel owner and her son run this place and made us feel welcome from the start, with a welcome drink. They were very helpful in helping us figure out how to get things done in Laos: excursions, information etc. They have a bunch of sturdy bikes that they loan out to their guests free of charge. In just a few minutes of an easy ride, you're in the heart of the town. Even though public transport is very easy, I appreciated the bike. It made it easy to come back to the hotel mid-day. The hotel also offers frequent shuttles to and from downtown, so transport is no problem The room was clean. The bed comfortable. A groovy bath which was very welcome after a trek. I don't hesitate to recommend this place. Also, we were there during water festival, which was a place. The hotel owner even helped us get in on the fun by providing a couple of buckets!