Marriott Opens 800th APEC Property with the Opening of La Résidence Phou Vao in Luang Prabang, Laos

Marriott International has opened its 800th property in Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC). The milestone also marks Marriott’s debut in Laos with the opening of La Résidence Phou Vao, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Luang Prabang.

Property Overview
- Luxury hilltop retreat featuring 36 all-suite accommodations.
- Located within three acres of tropical gardens overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang.
- The only hillside retreat within the UNESCO World Heritage zone.

Leadership Commentary
- Rajeev Menon, President, Asia Pacific excluding China, Marriott International, said the opening reflects Marriott’s commitment to expanding in culturally rich destinations and marks an important step in the company’s APEC growth journey.

- Bruce Rohr, Vice President & Global Brand Leader, The Luxury Collection, highlighted the resort’s strong sense of place, heritage, and connection to Lao culture.

Accommodation
- 36 suites inspired by local craftsmanship.
- Categories include:
- Garden Heritage Suites
- Mountain View Suites
- Phou Si Temple Suites
- Features include private terraces, rosewood accents, handwoven textiles, terrazzo bathtubs, and rain showers.

Dining
- La Brasserie de la Résidence offers contemporary French cuisine with local Lao influences.
- Dedicated Lao tasting menu.
- Signature cocktails crafted with local spirits.
- Features The Luxury Collection’s Be Epicurean culinary experiences.

Wellness Facilities
- Award-winning Mekong Spa rooted in Lao healing traditions.
- Signature treatments include:
- Hmong indigo compress rituals
- Sip Sen Lao massage
- Additional facilities:
- 13-meter cliff-edge infinity pool
- Fitness center
- Dawn gong meditation experiences

Experiences & Activities
- Sunset cruises on the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers.
- Excursions to:
- Pak Ou Caves
- Kuang Si Waterfalls
- Manifa Elephant Sanctuary
- Traditional Baci blessing ceremony introducing guests to Lao culture.

Strategic Significance
- Brings The Luxury Collection brand to Laos.
- Strengthens Marriott’s presence in Southeast Asia.
- Highlights the company’s focus on expanding into distinctive, culture-rich destinations across the APEC region.