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Set beside mystical Mount Phousi below the stunning Wat Chom temple, this fabulous new Aman resort is within walking distance of Luang Prabang’s quaint boutiques and bakeries, as well as riverside viewpoints along the Mekong River.  Within the resort are lofty French colonial-style pavilions surrounded by shady verandas, the elegantly appointed Garden Suites, Pool Suites and Amantaka Suites encircling a spacious courtyard.  The main pool is flanked by a superb Aman Spa, gymnasium and yoga-meditation studio. Amantaka derives its name from the word aman, meaning ‘peace’ in Sanskrit and taka, from Tipitaka, meaning ‘the teaching of the Buddha’ in Theravada scholastic literature.  The resort is within walking distance of Luang Prabang’s fabled night market. The hotel also provides access to the town’s many historic sites including picturesque temples and the former Royal Palace, a fusion of Beaux Arts and traditional Lao architecture. FACILITIES Style Luxury Aman Resort & Spa Dining Amantaka will offer several dining options from authentic Lao and French-influenced cuisine to the finest international fare. The dining room captures an airy colonial ambience while the Lounge Bar is the perfect spot for relaxing with a pre-dinner aperitif or enjoying a snifter and cigar. The breezy Pool Terrace is a casual dining area and serves light meals all day. Private dining can be arranged in a choice of secluded locations around the property as well as en-suite.  Children Children prices available on request. Accommodation Surrounding a spacious courtyard are 24 Suites varying in size from 70-120 sq. metres. These include eight Suites, four Pool Suites, eight Khan Suites, two Mekong Suites and two Amantaka Suites, all with spacious interior and exterior living areas.  The Suites are entered through louvered doors from the courtyard that lead to light, airy living and sleeping areas. The king-sized bed is positioned in the centre of the suite beneath a traditional high ceiling. Facilities include a chaise lounge, desk and private bar. The bathroom has twin vanities, a dressing area, shower, and separate bath. The living and bedroom open onto an outdoor area shaded by mango trees with lounges and large umbrellas. For Pool Suites, the pool is just beyond the Lounge. The two stand-alone Amantaka Suites are surrounded by large verandas with private treatment rooms, spacious outside entertaining, a pool and separate living/dining areas. Activities The Spa has four self-contained treatment rooms and steam and sauna facilities with hot and cold plunge has four self-contained treatment rooms and steam and sauna facilities with hot and cold plunge pools. Treatments including massages, facials, scrubs and wraps incorporate the best of Southeast Asian technique with Aman Spa’s own range of organic products. - Gymnasium - Yoga-meditation studio - Swimming Pool Amantaka will customize guided excursions to the many scenic and cultural attractions in Luang Prabang and the surrounding region. These include day trips to the Kuang Xi waterfall, elephant rides, visits to local tribal villages in the nearby mountains, sunset climbs up Mount Phousi, jungle tours and treks, Mekong River trips to Pak Ou Caves and river villages, kayaking on the Khan River, antique shopping, cooking classes and bespoke tours of the city’s galleries, museums and private collections. Location 10 minutes by road from Luang Prabang Airport, which is serviced by scheduled flights from the primary international gateways of Bangkok (2 hours), Hanoi, Siem Reap, Chiang Mai and Vientiane, the capital of Laos. Domestic flying time between Vientiane and Luang Prabang is 40 minutes. Complimentary airport transfers are provided to and from the hotel. Climate Situated 20 degrees north of the equator, Laos enjoys a warm, tropical climate year-round. The cooler, drier months of the year are from November to March and in the evening, temperatures can drop to 10°C but rarely drop below 22°C during the day. Humidity is highest during the wetter months from May to September, when sunbursts follow tropical downpours and emperatures can climb to 35°C. However, the average year-round temperature is a pleasant 25°C. Price Range From £265.00 per person (sharing) per night on room only basis.  Single supplement available on request. Note : Grand Opening 01 July 2009. Regional Information - Laos Find Similar Properties