About us
"Baan" in Lao means home or village and Pila is the pomegranate, a fruit you can see in several of trees as you stroll through our property. Each one of our rooms is named after a fruit tree that we have planted in the garden; mandarin, guava, mango, lime, mulberry and papaya.
OPEN since 2023
​Initially built in 1972, the building was used as a hotel for Air America Pilots. Since then, the building has changed hands a few times until, recently, it was bought by a young Lao entrepreneur in Vientiane.
The essence of the building has stayed the same. The latest renovation - opening up the roof in the Mandarin and Mango rooms.
Jo, Julie and the Baan Pila team love to share ideas and tips on what to see and do whilst you are here.
your hosts
Julie is from the south west of France (Le gers to be precise) and has lived in Laos for 15 years. She started her career as the GM of Apsara Hotel, then moved into tourism and 7 years ago opened Bouang a restaurant in down town Luang Prabang.
Jo is from Surrey and the Wirral in the UK. After university, she moved to Laos and has lived here for 25 years. She is also co-founder of the social enterprise Ock Pop Tok, a textile weaving project based in Luang Prabang.
Their lifestyle and work has lead them to travel all over Laos and work with many different communities. They are passionate about this beautiful country and its people.
OUR TEAM
Ms Phout is our superstar experienced GM, leads our team with a big smile and warm heart. She will make EVERYTHING for your stay to be memorable. You'll fall in love with her.
Ms Ta & Ms Pong help prepare the breakfast and keeps the rooms looking spotless.
Mr Wat is from a famous weaving village in Laos, also known for its wood carving, farming and basketry skills. This make Mr Wat a natural problem solver and handyman.
Ms TaNoy will welcome you every morning with a sweet smile and a coffee!