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Cold River

2.0 star property
Riverfront guesthouse with a 24-hour front desk and a bar

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Deluxe Balcony TWN | Balcony view
Deluxe Balcony TWN | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Lobby sitting area
Lobby
Front of property
Cold River Guesthouse offers a charming riverside retreat where travelers can relax in the peaceful garden or enjoy the arcade room. The property provides free in-room WiFi and dry cleaning services, while the helpful multilingual staff receives consistent praise from guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Single Deluxe room | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Single Deluxe room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Balcony DBL | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Balcony DBL

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Balcony TWN | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Balcony TWN

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard TWN | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard TWN

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Balcony TWN | Balcony view

Deluxe Balcony TWN

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Family room | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Family room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard DBL | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard DBL

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Balcony DBL | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Balcony DBL

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe DBL/TWN room | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe DBL/TWN room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room with Balcony Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double Room with Balcony Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Family Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room With Balcony Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

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1/5 Ban Meunna, Town Center, Luang Prabang

What's nearby

  • Phousi Hill - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Night Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Morning Market - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Royal Palace Museum - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wat Xieng Thong - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Luang Prabang (LPQ-Luang Prabang Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Redbul Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Jam cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bamboo Garden Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪ส้มตำ ห ล ว ง พ ร ะ บ า ง - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Express - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Cold River

Guesthouse by the river
Consider a stay at Cold River and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and a computer station
  • Luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Cold River offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Free infant beds, electric kettles, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 10 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Cold River House Luang Prabang
Cold River House
Cold River Luang Prabang
Cold River Guesthouse Luang Prabang
Cold River Guesthouse
Cold River Guest House Hotel Luang Prabang
Cold River Guesthouse
Cold River Luang Prabang
Cold River Guesthouse Luang Prabang

Frequently asked questions

Is Cold River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cold River?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Cold River?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Cold River?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Cold River provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 10 per vehicle applies.

Where is Cold River located?

Located in the heart of Luang Prabang, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Vat Visounarath and Wat Aham. Dara Market and Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre are also within 15 minutes.

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