Name: The Grand Luang Prabang Affil by Melia
Address: Luang Prabang, LA
Price range: From $124

The Grand Luang Prabang Affil by Melia, Luang PrabangThe Grand Luang Prabang Affil by Melia in Luang Prabang, Laos has a corrected score of 3.6 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 6 of 11 hotels we score in Luang Prabang. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.6 before correction: Booking.com 3.5, Tripadvisor 3.7, Google 3.8. Rooms from about $124 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Grand Luang Prabang Affil by Melia is a smoke-free resort situated on the banks of the Mekong River in Luang Prabang. Located near Phousi Hill and the Royal Palace Museum, the property offers 75 air-conditioned rooms featuring French colonial and traditional Laotian design. Guests can access an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, a spa, and three on-site dining options. Many rooms include balconies or patios overlooking the river. The hotel provides a shuttle service, free self-parking, and a business centre. While the setting is quiet, some guests have reported issues with lukewarm shower water.What stands out

Riverfront location

On-site spa and fitness centre

Complimentary shuttle service

Traditional Laotian decor

Watch out for

Lukewarm shower water

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