The Villa Merry No 1 is a family-run guest house located on the banks of the Nam Khan River Surrounded by galleries, shops and restaurants, it offers free WiFi Offering garden or river views, the air-conditioned rooms are decorated with traditional Lao silks and dark wood furnishings Each room has mosquito nets and a private bathroom with toiletries and shower facilities Villa Merry No 1 is an 8-minute walk from the evening craft market, the Royal Palace and major Buddhist temples Luang Prabang Airport is a 10-minute taxi ride away The English-speaking staff can arrange tour bookings, airport transfers, and laundry services A safety deposit box is provided at the front desk, which also offers a selection of magazines and newspapers A range of activities such as cycling the peninsula is also available Guests can enjoy the chef prepared breakfast and snacks at Villa Merry No 1 every morning Restaurants and bars can be found less than 10 minutes walk away