The River Resort Restaurant.

Perched on the banks of the Mekong, The River Resort offers a refined, low-density escape in Southern Laos. The property consists of just 20 rooms housed in colonial-style villas, many of which look directly over the water or the resort’s private, working rice paddies. Sustainability is a core focus here; the kitchen sources ingredients from on-site hydroponic gardens, and the grounds are maintained using solar power and water conservation techniques. Guests can spend afternoons between two river-facing infinity pools or take the resort’s private boat for sunset cruises. Its location is a strategic base for exploring the UNESCO-listed Wat Phu temple complex, located just a short drive away. With a staff primarily recruited from neighboring villages, the atmosphere remains deeply rooted in the local community rather than feeling like an isolated enclave.