About Us

 Villa Merry No. 1 is managed by the successful Lao businessman, Mr Samoraphouma. A skilful entrepreneur with a strong interest in the hotel and tourism business, he has many years of experience of owning and operating guest houses in Luang Prabang. Mr Samor studied Business Management in Germany for 7 years then spent time working in the construction industry doing accounting and cost control. Craving the beauty of Laos, Mr Samoraphouma returned in 1996 and three guest houses; Merry 1, Merry 2 and Merry 3. Each guest house offers high quality services, facilities, hospitality and ambiance and echo the extensive experience that Mr Samoraphouma has in the business. With success in these and a constant demand for quality accommodation in Luang Prabang, he later opened Villa Merry Lao-Swiss in 2005.