Cold River

2.0 star property
City-center Luang Prabang guesthouse with bar/lounge

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Balcony view
Front of property
In-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Lobby
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8,8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Computer station
Feel at home
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The price is R470
R572 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 January 2025

Room options

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Showing 18 of 18 rooms

Single Deluxe room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Balcony DBL

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Balcony TWN

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard TWN

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Balcony TWN

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Family room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard DBL

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Balcony DBL

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe DBL/TWN room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Twin Room with Balcony Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room with Balcony Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double/Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Family Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Twin Room With Balcony Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
1/5 Ban Meunna, Town Center, Luang Prabang

What's nearby

  • Phousi Hill - 13 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Night Market - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Morning Market - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Royal Palace - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Wat Xieng Thong - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Luang Prabang (LPQ-Luang Prabang Intl.) - 8 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Break for a Bread - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Redbul Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Express - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Two Little Birds Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Silapa - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Cold River

Cold River is just 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights at this Art Deco guest house.

Languages

English, French, Lao

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site parking is limited
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2005
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art Deco architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 10 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

Cold River House Luang Prabang
Cold River House
Cold River Luang Prabang
Cold River Guesthouse Luang Prabang
Cold River Guesthouse
Cold River Guest House Hotel Luang Prabang
Cold River Guesthouse
Cold River Luang Prabang
Cold River Guesthouse Luang Prabang

Frequently asked questions

Does Cold River offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Cold River does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Cold River?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Cold River?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Cold River?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 10 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cold River?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Cold River and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.
What's the area around Cold River like?
Cold River is located by the river, a short 13-minute walk from Phousi Hill and 14 minutes' walk from Night Market.

Cold River Reviews

Reviews

8,8

Excellent

9,0/10

Cleanliness

9,2/10

Staff & service

8,0/10

Amenities

8,6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8,6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff who make you feel at home, good breakfast, and a no fuss french couple who run it with a light touch.
Pankaj Harish, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic breakfast, really love and quiet property.
Madison, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

Location: far away about 1.7 km. Breakfast good
SANG EUN, 3-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Room was extremely small and bathroom was terrible. After first night we requested a different room. Staff was very accommodating and we gladly paid for the upgrade to a little larger room with a decent bathroom and better WI-FI signal. The beds are very firm
tom, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good value stay lovely staff
Nice hotel in a good location near the river. Lovely staff, great breakfast with generous portions. Rooms are nice and clean, good restaurants and coffee shop just a short walk as well as supermarket. Easy 15m stroll to the Main Street.
View from balcony room 18
John, 10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love it the location is close to everything people are very nice The place is very nice and chill
RATTANAPHONE, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Quaint, Good Breakfast
Staff were helpful, owners served breakfast each morning, which was AMAZING! I stayed on the second floor, room #5. Hotel was quiet because all the guests (except 1) made an effort to be quiet and respectful (walls are thin). It was a basic hotel, cute balconies, bathroom light didn’t always work and the bed was hard as a rock but otherwise I liked the place and would recommend.
Beth, 9-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Cold River is a warm place to stay.
Great hosts/managers and a great staff. We were there for 4 nights and would liked to have stayed longer. Nice rooms with nice exterior seating areas.
David, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Breakfast was amazing!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent value for mid range. I really enjoyed my stay.
2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Serena, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great guesthouse in a good location. It's very quiet, with spacious rooms and a small balcony. This was the first place I stayed in Luang Prabang and the staff were very helpful and always available. I would definitely stay again.
3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Quiet location short walk from town. Large comfortable rooms. Great breakfast.
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for a stay in Luang Prabang
Great service, helpful staff, wonderful room, perfect location
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was delicious, the rooms were very clean and the staff were very helpful
Penny, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended.
Wonderful owners and staff who have a wealth of knowledge about the area. Great breakfast and comfortable bed. My only complaint is how thin the walls are meaning you can hear what is happening in surrounding rooms. Definitely better than 2 stars. Highly recommended.
Barnaby, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very quirky little place , amazing people who are prepared to help you st any point. We were upgraded to a delux room with a balcony and views were just outstanding of the river - very relaxing to have a cup of coffee in a morning. It’s a little walk of 15min to the night market. To get to hotel from airport we would recommend capturing the tuk tuk for 40KIP (around $4) Great breakfast ! Cooked to order and fruits , pancake , good strong coffee. If only one down side we just couldn’t get WiFi connection in a room I would definitely recommend and be back again!
Agne, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Great customer service - downside was alot of mosquitoes in the room
Dan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent two-week stay!
My husband and I stayed at Cold River for two weeks while I caught up on some work during a year-long trip. I cannot recommend it enough. The hotel is lovely, the rooms are comfortable, the breakfast is nice, and the hosts are incredibly helpful and kind. They helped us arrange at tuk tuk for the day to tour the waterfalls and graciously kept our bags for us while we went to the elephant center. If you're looking at a lot of options, close the other windows and book it.
Janelle, 14-night romance trip
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4/10 Fair

My advices to those who wish to stay in this Cold River hotel better to check clearly with the hotel owner. A lot of restrictions with the hotel operator. Very disappointed to stay in this hotel and my holiday mood is affected by them.
mike, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

convenient for city...excellent breafast
5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We felt very welcome here. They were very helpful and when our flight was a late flight they allowed us to do late checkout. No extra fee because it was low season. They were very accommodating. We appreciated their help.
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved Cold River in Luang Prabang
This was a great place to stay! We stayed 5 nights and loved the hotel and the city. The hotel is in a quiet area outside of the touristy area but within walking distance (for us about 15 minutes) of the tourist streets (restaurants, bars, shops, night market, etc.). Breakfast was great with fruit, yogurt, coffee or tea, baguette and hot options. They has refillable water bottles for use and a couple filtration locations for filling up, in an effort to decrease waste from buying lots of bottled water!! The staff were friendly and many spoke English well. We had laundry done and the rate was good and done quickly. Wifi was OK in room.
4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, happy to help and advise for the local area and sort an effiecient laundry service. The room was excellent - very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was also excellent - consisting of crepes and fresh fruit, then eggs and fresh bread and jams, all delicious. Last but not least, the plastic reduction measures of the owners (filtered water refill only) were a pleasant and appreciated touch.
Paul, 3-night trip
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