Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge: "Simply the BEST"

Review by: jacquelinem449 | Source: Trip Advisor
"Rarely does one find a jewel like this, where staff and owner are welcoming, friendly and nothing is too much. Marcus and his team really go out of their way to make your stay enjoyable, relaxing, rejuvenating. Then comes the view : simply breathtaking. And the cozy rooms in chalets built of local materials, all conscious of the environment and preserving it. And the delicious food : you can have just about anything you feel like, and much of it comes form their own organic garden, simply delicious! Thank you TMPL for a most relaxing holiday, without noise pollution! I will be back for sure."

Satri House: "Great hotel in peaceful surroundings"

Review by: xavt | Source: tripadvisor.com
"We stayed for a week here.The room was great with large balcony and the gardens contained some beautiful landscaping and sculptures. It is a short, level 10 minute walk to the centre of luanprabang. They have free bicycles for use and cycling is easy and safe.The staff were excellent and wonderfully helpful when one of us was unwell. Breakfast was a real feast with fresh croissant, home made jams,eggs and fresh lao coffee. The pool was long and great to swim in . a very tranquil place to stay."

Villa Song: "Great Boutique Hotel"

Review by: Linda G | Source: Trip Advisor
Our stay here was very short but we very much enjoyed the attentive service and the wonderful terrace by the river. Very relaxing. A perfect spot for drinks and dinner. A nice change to the hotels downtown.

Rachamankha: "EXQUISITE HOTEL"

Review by: brokergal | Source: Trip Advisor
My husband and I have travelled extensively and this hotel was just the most beautiful we've ever visited. As soon as you enter the courtyard, you can feel the calming effect of the style and decor which are so lovely. Our room was a deluxe situated on the second floor. The attention to detail in the room was stunning; a king sized four poster bed, high airy ceilings and antique Chinese clothes chest. It was immaculately clean and the toiletries provided in the lavatory were top quality products. There was a very large swimming pool with comfortable lounges and umbrellas plus it was tucked into a private spot and very quiet. Breakfast was delicious with a variety of choices on the menu. All in all, a five star hotel by any standard!!

riverie siam: "Perfect in every way"

Review by: 755anne | Source: tripadvisor.com
Don't often write a review BUT this resort deserves a really good report. It is elegant tastefully decorated gardens are delightful and restaurant excellent. Best hotel we have stayed in ever . Very French /Asian in style and it just works so well. Staff were wonderful to us and we were in the least expensive rooms. Shuttle to town when ever we wished and pick up at our convenience. On the river and looking up to the mountains at the White budda. Well worth a visit

SEEDS Restaurant & Lounge: "My favorite Restaurant in Yangon"

Review by: 114evelynk | Source: Trip Advisor
What a fantastic place! The location on the lake is just amazing. Great food and very good service. My favorite Restaurant in Yangon!

Locavore: "Don’t go home without a visit"

Review by: editionsofyou | Source: Trip Advisor
This was our third visit to Locavore and once again we went away fully impressed by the menu, the quality and presentation of the food, the skilled pairing of the drinks, the efficient service and the art and professionalism of the chefs as we sat at the kitchen table. You never fail to take away at least 3 ideas for un-thought of combinations of ingredients to try in your own kitchen. Bravo Locavore !

Supanniga Luxury Bangkok River Cruises: "Nice and Cozy"

Review by: May O | Source: Trip Advisor
"I went on the cruise in late winter (beginning of Jan), still not that hot and humid. Went on the cruise at Their small eating room which is nice location and nice traditional Thai food. Cruise Staff is really nice and smiley, drinks are good. Fantastic decoration. Love it!!"

Rachamankha: "3 nights in paradise"

Review by: Alice M | Source: Rachamankha
My husband's 85 year old aunt and her daughter stayed at Rachamankha for 3 nights this August while they were visiting our family and my husband's mom in Chiang Mai. They loved loved the hotel. They appreciated the serenity and the architecture of this hotel. They said the service was perfect. Every morning they would tell me what they had for breakfast which was scrumptious. They also ate all their dinners there and enjoyed sampling Rachamakha's Thai food. It was a dream come true for these visitors to stay at this hotel.

Bassac Cruises: "The perfect Mekong overnight cruise"

Review by: Debbie T | Source: Trip Advisor
"We travelled on Bassac III from Can Be (2.5 hrs from Ho Chi Min) to Can Tho (4 hr return to Ho Chi Min). It's a lovely boat with very friendly staff and excellent food. We arrived in pouring rain so the staff made sure we were 'umbrella-ed' from shore to boat. The rooms are small, as they'd said, but so charming that we didn't notice. We did the right thing by leaving our main luggage in Ho Chi Min, so we only had a small case. The bathroom is a 'wet room', which looked like it'd soak everything but it didn't: it worked brilliantly! The cruise route was clearly explained and very interesting, including a guided walk around a very small Mekong hamlet to see their homes, fields and farming, school, rice wine distillery and even how they harvest methane! We were treated to a huge selection of local fruit in a local garden before re-boarding. In the morning, we toured a floating market in a 'bus boat' which was fascinating. The river is very smooth so the cruise was too, despite frequent downpours and a bit of gale at supper time. Excellent food - and lots of it - and a really friendly and interesting guide. Our cruise was full with 24 people on it (4 the day before and 2 the next day!) and we were beautifully looked after throughout. Definitely recommend this trip!"
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