1960
A house in Luang Prabang
The house that is now L’Éléphant was built in 1960.
Our story
Since 2000, the story of a house in the heart of Luang Prabang’s old town has unfolded over time.
1995
CITY CONTEXT
A World Heritage town
In 1995, UNESCO inscribed the Town of Luang Prabang on the World Heritage List, recognizing its blend of traditional Lao architecture and European colonial-era urban structures.
Source: UNESCO · Town of Luang Prabang2000
L’Éléphant opens its doors
Founded in 2000, the restaurant welcomes guests in Ban Vat Nong.
SUMMER 2003
Mick Jagger in Luang Prabang
A December 14, 2003 Sunday Times article says Sala Prabang was Mick Jagger’s choice when he visited Luang Prabang that summer.
Source: The Sunday Times · 14 December 2003AUGUST 2007
The house in 2007
A photograph of L’Éléphant taken in August 2007.
TODAY
The team behind the house
The L’Éléphant team welcomes its guests with care and attention.