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La Folie Lodge: Mekong River Retreat

Experience tranquility and culture at La Folie Lodge, a boutique hotel on Don Daeng Island with stunning Mekong River views and sustainable practices.

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La Folie Lodge is a boutique hotel on Don Daeng Island, Champasak, Laos, offering a tranquil escape with stunning Mekong River views. The lodge features wooden bungalows, a riverside pool, and a focus on local culture and sustainable practices.

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Local tips

  • Take advantage of the complimentary bicycles to explore Don Daeng Island's villages, temples, and scenic countryside.
  • Enjoy a sunset cocktail by the pool while taking in the breathtaking views of the Mekong River and the Champasak mountains.
  • Visit the nearby UNESCO World Heritage Site of Wat Phou, a pre-Angkorian Khmer temple complex with stunning architecture and rich history.
  • Consider visiting during the rainy season (July-October) for easier riverine travel and lush green landscapes, or between November and March for drier weather.
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    La Folie Lodge provides complimentary boat transfers from two mainland points: Champasak Town and Ban Muang Pier. From Pakse International Airport : 1. Arrange an airport transfer with La Folie Lodge in advance for $45. Alternatively, take a taxi from the airport to either Champasak Town or Ban Muang Pier. 2. At Champasak Town, the boat landing is behind the Champasak Tourist Center. At Ban Muang Pier, follow Route 13 to Lak 30kms, turn onto Road 140, and follow signs to Ban Muang Pier. 3. Contact La Folie Lodge (+856 20 55 532 004) 30 minutes before arrival at either location to ensure boat dispatch. Look for boats with red and green flags. The boat transfer is free.

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La Folie Lodge is a charming boutique hotel nestled on Don Daeng Island in the Mekong River, near Champasak, Laos. Known as the 'Red Island,' Don Daeng offers a peaceful retreat from bustling city life, with La Folie Lodge providing a luxurious base to explore the region. The lodge features 25 exclusive wooden bungalows and suites, each with a private terrace offering panoramic river views. The lodge's design incorporates local materials and traditional Lao styles, creating a harmonious blend of comfort and authenticity. Guests can relax by the inviting pool, enjoy aromatherapy treatments at the spa, or borrow bicycles to explore the island's villages, temples, and rice paddies. La Folie Lodge is committed to sustainability, sourcing food locally, employing local people, and supporting community projects. La Folie Lodge is ideally situated for exploring the cultural and natural attractions of southern Laos. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Wat Phou is a short boat and tuk-tuk ride away, and the lodge can arrange excursions to the Bolaven Plateau and the 4000 Islands. Don Daeng Island itself offers a glimpse into rural Mekong life, with opportunities to witness traditional livelihoods such as fishing and rice farming.

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