Villa Maydou Boutique Hotel Sleep in a UNESCO-Classified Home in the Heart of Luang Prabang Tucked away in the peaceful, historical center of Luang Prabang, Villa Maydou invites guests to experience something truly unique: a stay in one of the city's rare UNESCO-listed heritage houses. Just a 4-minute walk from Phousi Hill and 10 minutes from the Royal Palace, the hotel offers an authentic blend of Lao tradition and modern comfort. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens and Buddhist temples, this boutique property features restored traditional Lao architecture, a swimming pool, and free bicycles to explore the surrounding UNESCO World Heritage neighborhood. Each room is warmly decorated with handcrafted wooden furniture, offering a mini-bar, fridge, and spacious private bathrooms with bathrobes, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. Select rooms are housed in original wooden buildings protected for their historical significance — allowing guests to literally sleep in history. Guests can relax by the pool, enjoy the peaceful verandas, or discover Luang Prabang’s rich culture on foot. The on-site Villa Maydou Restaurant serves local Laotian specialties alongside Asian and French-inspired dishes, with a curated selection of wine, coffee, and tea. Additional services include: - 24-hour front desk & concierge - Free Wi-Fi throughout - Airport and train station transfers (at additional charge) - Laundry & ironing services - Free on-site parking Distance Highlights: - Phousi Hill – 4-minute walk - Royal Palace – 10-minute walk - Night Market – 12-minute walk - City Center – 10-minute walk - Luang Prabang Airport – 15-minute drive

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Luang Prabang, this property has an excellent location score of 8.8!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Asian, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

  • Cycling

  • Spa facilities

  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area


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Frederique
France France
Lovely decoration, beautiful pool and nice breakfast
Carolyn
United States United States
The design, the layout of the property compound, the architecture, the simplicity of the decoration, the pool, the gardens, the spaciousness of the rooms and the outdoor balcony space and furnishings
Fiona
Canada Canada
This was a great price option in an excellent part of town that was close to many things that I enjoyed. Although I didn’t have time to use the pool restaurant, bathtub, I’m glad it was available. The pool bar looked cosy and it has a unique...
Céline
France France
Excellent hotel, friendly staff, spatious and clean room, delicious breakfast, free filtered water
Henry
United States United States
This is THE PLACE to stay if you don’t mind a 15 minute walk to the tourist zone. Highly Recommended.
Thomas
France France
Felt like a private villa. The green tile pool is cool.
Thomas
France France
Love the location , the look of the room and pool ( green tile pool is original and beautiful) . Delicious breakfast
Foley
United States United States
The room was gorgeous, roomy, felt culturally set but still very modern. Everything was wood, polished, clean and well maintained. It over looked the pool area, had a patio/balcony that we sat out on in mornings.
Gerald
Austria Austria
very nice facility, staff very helpfull and forthcoming, dark wood and colonial feeling
Hofmann
Germany Germany
very nice experience, Villa with its side houses established since 1936, owners have well taken care of everything and developed during the years, breakfast area and sourrounding garden very nice.

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    French • Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Resort facilities at Villa Maydou Boutique Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Villa Maydou Boutique Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Crib upon request
Free
5 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
$45 per person, per night

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No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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