The Namkhan
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A furnished balcony terrace overlooks the Namkhan River surrounded by dense green trees.
Day Experience

An afternoon on the river, then lanterns lit together at dusk

A farm-to-table picnic basket on the river beach, the infinity pool and games garden, then paper lanterns made together and lit by the Nam Khan at sunset.

A member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World586 guest reviews across 4 platformsRiverside eco-lodge and organic farm
The Setting

River beach, infinity pool, jungle garden

Guests single out the location and natural setting as what makes The Namkhan different.

  • Private river beach on the Nam Khan
  • Infinity pool facing the jungle
  • Chess garden under the trees
  • 15 minutes from Luang Prabang's old town, 25 minutes from the airport
Traditional Lao village building with graffiti near The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, showcasing authentic rural community life.
Ornate gilded temple doors with traditional Lao Buddhist relief carvings at The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, showcasing local cultural heritage.Handcrafted green mosaic teardrop sculpture with golden light at The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, showcasing traditional artisan craftsmanshipMajestic tree on river island near The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, Laos, showcasing the natural beauty of the Nam Khan regionTraditional Lao-style villa with ornate wooden details surrounded by lush tropical palms and manicured gardens at The Namkhan resort in Luang PrabangTraditional wooden villas at The Namkhan overlook a cascading waterfall surrounded by tropical forest in Luang Prabang, Laos.Tourists bathing an elephant at Kuang Si waterfall's turquoise pools, a popular day excursion from The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, Laos
12:00–18:00

Six hours, three settings, one afternoon

Start whenever you are ready between noon and six.

  • Picnic basket delivered to the river beach
  • Afternoon at the infinity pool
  • Lantern making and lighting as the sun sets
  • Move between the three at your own pace
Infinity pool at The Namkhan resort reflecting golden sunset sky with traditional Lao villas and tropical gardens in Luang Prabang, Laos
Illuminated swimming pool at dusk with glowing resort bungalows and mountains beyond.A person relaxes in a rattan hanging chair beside a large outdoor chess set in a lush garden.Modern riverside villa with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking lush greenery at The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, LaosA mesh daybed with blue cushions overlooks a small garden pond surrounded by greenery.Wooden chairs arranged around a glowing ornate fire bowl at dusk, thatched bungalows behind.Exterior wall of a white villa with large black-framed windows reflecting surrounding tropical trees.
The Picnic

Farm to basket, eaten on the river

Guests single out the food as exceptional — breakfast scores highest of any service.

  • Prepared in the organic farm kitchen
  • Delivered to the river beach
  • Eaten at your own time
  • Seasonal, local ingredients
Wooden deck terrace with lounge seating and white-cloth dining tables surrounded by tropical forest at dusk, ambient lighting creates warm glow
Dark grey outdoor sofa and low teak table on a jute rug facing a green garden.Open-sided pavilion lounge with rattan chairs, grey sofas, and colourful bean bags on woven rugs.Outdoor lounge deck with cushioned seating overlooking lush forest at The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, LaosArtisan beetroot rose garnish atop fresh arugula with herb oil dots on ceramic plate at Namkhan restaurant dining experienceCrystal bowl of coconut sticky rice topped with fresh mango cubes, butterfly pea flower and mint on banana leaf, served on gold-rimmed plateTraditional Lao red curry with coconut milk, pumpkin, and fresh Thai basil served in a golden ceramic bowl on banana leaf at Namkhan restaurant
The Pool

Infinity edge, jungle view

The pool consistently earns guest praise.

  • Infinity edge facing the jungle
  • Open all afternoon
  • Towels and loungers provided
  • Steps from the river beach
Open-air spa treatment room at The Namkhan in Luang Prabang overlooks bamboo groves and tropical gardens through traditional wooden screens
A tropical pool with a rock waterfall feature beside a thatched open-air spa pavilion.Private resort pool surrounded by lush palm trees and tropical foliage, featuring natural rock waterfall and traditional thatched pavilionSecluded pool deck surrounded by bamboo and tropical palms, featuring sun loungers with coral cushions and traditional teak pavilionsTropical pool with natural rock waterfall and thatched bar at The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, surrounded by lush palm fronds and warm lightingTraditional teak garden villa with thatched roof and bamboo screens nestled among tropical palms and jungle foliage at NamkhanTraditional teak garden villa with thatched roof nestled in tropical jungle at The Namkhan resort in Luang Prabang, Laos
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