Amantaka

Our stay at Amantaka has instantly become a core memory. An Aman experience is never easy to put into words. It lives in emotion and feeling—often beyond language—and Amantaka is no exception. Staying at an Aman has never been about price, but about value. This is especially true at Amantaka, where rates are often 2x of Rosewood and 5-6x higher than the city’s next best alternatives. And yet—Amantaka truly delivers. Three impressions stayed with us most powerfully. First, a profound and beautifully natural immersion into Laotian culture. From the food we enjoyed, to the stories shared, to the thoughtfully curated activities we participated in, everything felt authentic and deeply rooted in place. The alms-giving ritual, in particular, was extraordinarily spiritual—quiet, humbling, and unforgettable. Second, an overwhelming sense of peace. The serene grounds, the calming white French-colonial architecture, and the wellness facilities together create an atmosphere that gently slows time. It is a place where the outside world fades away, almost effortlessly. Third—and perhaps most defining—was the genuine human connection. At Taka, service transcends formality. What we experienced was something far rarer: real, heartfelt connection. From the manager personally scouring the city because she was worried I had “gotten lost” during an afternoon walk, to unhurried corridor conversations where personalities truly shone—every interaction felt sincere, warm, and deeply human. For all of these, we are profoundly grateful to Amantaka. The experience, in the highest sense of the word, was restorative.

Stay during 5-7 Dec 2025. I considered this Aman in a heritage category, not a resort or urban locations. Amantaka did tick every box for Aman standard. It is small when compared to other Aman, but still one of the biggest hotels in this heritage town. We arrived at high-speed train station and the pick-up was seamless. The hotel is renovated from original buildings those still have it charm of Luang Prabang old days. The entrance hall is minimal and cozy with jasmine scent from oil burner floating in the air. The pool suite is spacious and beautiful. It was glimmering with afternoon sun shined through windows. The Laos traditional music played in the room made it even more impressive. Amantaka is in walking distance to attractions and free shuttle service was very convenience. After wandering around Luang Prabang, this is a peaceful sanctuary to relax. Coming back to lay by the main pool was chilled. At 3-5 pm, complimentary afternoon tea was arranged in the library. There were variety of Laos desserts to try, fruits and cookies too. For breakfast, I always order local specialties. Amantaka put most of the traditional Laos breakfast in the menu. I had to order 1 each and they were great, especially Khao Jee. Dinner by the pool was perfect. I ordered western menu which was good. For Laos menu, chef intentionally milden it for western taste. So if you love strong and spicy flavor, you can request the chef for the Laos flavor. Spa treatment was calm but the complimentary hydrotherapy facility was even better. I enjoyed the quiet moment in the heated jacuzzi privately. The staffs were helpful. Many thanks to Elodie one of the managers who lived in Laos for nearly 10 years. She surprised me with the elements of South East Asia gesture. If you ever come to Thailand, Vietnam and Laos, you know how nice, friendly, helpful and humble the people can be. Great holiday, recharged, beautiful memory.

Just a wonderful place . Felt so much at home with great and friendly people, not formal at all , great hospitality and great food and service. Haven’t been in Such an amazing and relaxing hotel in such a long time . Unique characters to the property as I understand originally it was a French compound. The spa also was wonderful with fantastic therapists. What really blew my mind was that I was surprised with a birthday cake and candles from the whole staff at dinner. We didn’t mention anything beforehand and it seems they just noticed it on my passport info . What a surprise and attention to detail. Highly recommended

Splendid. Unforgettable. Profoundly serene. The hotel feels like a temple itself – peaceful to the core. You can’t help but notice the quiet inner calm radiating from the staff. Every element, from the place and its people to the cuisine and experiences, felt harmoniously whole – a true expression of silent luxury. After visiting more than a hundred countries, this stay remains among the most memorable.

There is nothing like an Aman experience. Amantaka is the 8th Aman property that we've stayed at and we couldn't recommend it enough. Luang Prabang is not easy to get to as flights are limited and required we spend a night in Bangkok on our way there, and a night in Singapore on our way home. Still, it is entirely worth the effort. We spent one week at the property which is more than enough time to see the requisite sights. This also afforded us the opportunity to enjoy the luxury of such gorgeous accommodations. Elodie welcomed us and took great care to see that our stay was special. We were celebrating our 30th anniversary; there were thoughtful gestures, acknowledgements and surprises arranged by her throughout the week. Her connection to Laos is deep. Elodie is a consummate professional, as well as a personable and generous host. In her learning about how she has made her life there we were afforded insights about the country and people. Laos, Luang Prabang and Amantaka are not to be missed if you can be so fortunate.