LOCATION: Built at the turn of the century, the Settha Palace Hotel is now restored to its former charm. The French colonial architecture, period furniture, landscape gardens complemented by modern facilities are some of the features of this historical landmark in the heart of Vientiane, the capital city of Lao P.D.R (Laos).

The Hotel is located right in the city centre, within walking distance of the commercial district, shops, restaurants and tourist attractions. It is 10 minutes drive from Laos Wattai International Airport and 25 minutes drive to Thadeua on Laos side of the Mekong River and the border bridge to Thailand.

ACCOMMODATION: Twenty-six rooms and three suites out of the hotel's 43 rooms and suites are ready to accommodateguests. They are furnished with large tester bed, decorated with lightly coloured reproductions of Delaporte prints made from the sketches the French navigator drew during a 19th century exploration of the Mekong River.

Rooms in the right wing have expensive Pakistani carpets. A detail Mr Theodas attaches much importance to bath and shower are separated. The finery in the door open without having the impression you are looking into a bathroom. Each room is equiped with IDD telephone, satellite TV,minibar and personal safe.

RESTAURANT: La Belle Epoque, the restaurant and bar, serves French cuisine.A swiss chef, who has worked in several five-star hotels all equiped with sophisticated French machines. Vientianites will rejoice at learning that Mr Sayasouk Southakakoumar, who used to enchant diners at the Sourya Reataurant, in assisting the chef at the Settha Palace.

BANQUET & MEETING FACILITIES: The banquet room has a 5-meter ceiling height and can be divided into 2 separate rooms with a sound proof sliding partition. The room is equipped with microphones, sound and public address system, overhead projector, 35mm slide projector, screens, lighting control equipment, blackboards, easels, lecture equipment, and portable stage.

HOTEL FACILITIES: Swimming pool set in a beautiful tropical landscaped garden. Swimming pool with rock formation from Laksao in central Laos, Jacuzzi and water jets. Other facilities Limousine service, Concierge, Laundry and dry cleaning, 18-hour room service.