The Belle Rive Boutique Hotel - Luang Prabang

Boutique hotel on the Mekong River with an exclusive license for al fresco dining by the Mekong River

Dining on the Mekong Terrace

The hotel holds an exclusive license for al fresco dining directly on the banks of the Mekong River. Breakfast is served à la carte from 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM, with unlimited orders of dishes such as Bircher muesli, chicken fried rice, and fresh mango. The restaurant also prepares Lao specialties like pork laap and the best mango sticky rice, all using herbs from the hotel's own organic garden.

Rooms and Complimentary Minibars

Every room at The Belle Rive Boutique Hotel includes a complimentary minibar stocked with local products, including sodas and local beer. Accommodations feature traditional Lao design with wooden floors, mosquito nets, and some rooms offer balconies overlooking the Mekong. The hotel offers various room types such as Superior Double Rooms, Balcony Suites, and Balcony Maisonettes Duplex with loft bedrooms.

Sustainability and Local Dairy Initiatives

The Belle Rive runs socially responsible initiatives that promote local dairy production, including sourcing from the Laos Buffalo Dairy farm. The hotel maintains an organic vegetable garden and a herb garden along the river, which supply the kitchen. A published illustrated book on the flora and fauna of Luang Prabang documents the hotel's commitment to local biodiversity.

Wellness and Spa Facilities

The hotel offers a spa and wellness centre with treatments including back, foot, full body, head, neck, and Thai massage. Guests can use the spa facilities, as well as the relax garden with thatched huts for outdoor massages. A sun terrace with loungers and a peace garden provide additional spaces for relaxation by the river.

River Cruises, Bicycles, and Location

A free one-hour sunset cruise on the Mekong River is included for every guest, with drinks provided. The hotel offers free bicycles and e-bikes for exploring Luang Prabang, and a 5-minute drive reaches the Night Market and National Museum. Staff can arrange guided tours to Kuang Si Waterfall, Pak Ou Caves, and the MandaLao Elephant Reserve, as well as train tickets and private drivers.

• Dining: Exclusive al fresco dining license on the Mekong River
• Rooms: Complimentary minibar stocked with local products
• Sustainability: Organic vegetable garden and local dairy initiatives
• Wellness: Spa & wellness centre with full-body massage
• Activities: Free sunset cruise and complimentary bicycles
• Location: 5-minute drive to Night Market and National Museum