Designed by the acclaimed Bill Bensley, Rosewood Luang Prabang is a destination where history and luxury converge. Nestled within a riverside setting, the 23 key estate comprising Riverside Rooms and Suites, Riverside Villas, Waterfall Pool Villas, and signature Hilltop Tents reflects the timeless elegance of a bygone era. Under Bensley’s vision, the resort was meticulously restored in accordance with UNESCO guidelines, preserving its original Lao structures and historical character. Anchored by a cascading natural waterfall, the estate features The Great House and The Elephant Bridge Bar, perched above the river where elephants once waded. The resort tells a story of cultural fusion and adventure, inspired by the history of French explorers in Laos. This narrative is seen in vintage travel trunks, antique furnishings, maps, and artifacts blending French colonial aesthetics with Laotian artistry. Each Hilltop Tent presents décor reflecting Laotian tribes, offering an intimate and immersive stay near a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

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2026 Winner Results

Best Small Hotel (Global), Best Tented Camp Experience (Asia), Best Design Hotel (Laos) and Best Destination Hotel (Laos)