Marriott Opens 800th Asia Pacific Property in Laos
Marriott International's Luxury Collection expands into Laos with a 36-suite resort overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang.
Updated on Nov. 4, 2026 in Hotels
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Marriott International opened its 800th property in Asia Pacific excluding China, entering Laos with La Résidence Phou Vao, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa in Luang Prabang. The 36-suite resort sits on a hilltop overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage town.
Why it matters
The opening marks Marriott's entry into Laos and extends its footprint in Southeast Asia, a region where the company continues to expand its portfolio. The property retains its original architecture while joining the Luxury Collection brand.
The resort has 36 suites on three acres of tropical gardens, located approximately two kilometres from Luang Prabang's old town. The Asia Pacific excluding China milestone is 800 properties, though the source does not state how many additional properties are planned.
The players
Marriott International
Marriott International is a global hospitality company that operates and franchises hotels and resorts under dozens of brands, including the Luxury Collection portfolio.
La Résidence Phou Vao, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Luang Prabang
La Résidence Phou Vao is a 36-suite luxury resort on a hilltop above the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang, Laos.
The details
La Résidence Phou Vao features a 13-metre cliff-edge freshwater infinity pool and the Mekong Spa within an open-air Garden Pavilion. La Brasserie de la Résidence serves contemporary French cuisine, and the property introduced redesigned interiors while preserving its original architecture and landscaped surroundings.
Timeline
• November 4, 2026: Marriott announced the opening of its 800th Asia Pacific excluding China property
Market Landscape
Marriott's Luxury Collection entry into Laos follows its ongoing expansion across Southeast Asia, where hotel groups have increasingly targeted UNESCO-designated heritage destinations. The move positions the brand within a regional market it has steadily grown into.
Travelers planning a stay in Luang Prabang can now book a luxury hilltop option, with the resort located about two kilometres from the old town. The property's five signature spa treatments and cliff-edge pool offer a fixed on-site experience for guests choosing a stay in the area.
The takeaway
Choosing a hotel in a UNESCO heritage town often means weighing proximity to historic sites against the convenience of an on-site resort, and this property sits roughly two kilometres from the old town, so guests should plan transport accordingly.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Travel Trade Journal.
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