BANGKOK, 1 October 2026: Minor Hotels has appointed Patrick Manthe as General Manager of Avani+ Luang Prabang in Laos, a 53-room property located in the UNESCO World Heritage town.
A Swiss national, Manthe brings more than 25 years of international hospitality experience across Asia, Europe and Australia. He joins Minor Hotels from Amari Pattaya in Thailand, where he served as General Manager.
Before joining Amari, Manthe held GM positions at Crimson Resort & Spa Mactan and Crimson Resort & Spa Boracay in the Philippines.
In his new role, Manthe will oversee hotel operations, commercial performance and team development at Avani+ Luang Prabang. Working closely with the hotel team, he will focus on delivering Avani’s signature service and developing guest experiences that reflect the town’s culture and traditions.
Set in Luang Prabang’s old town opposite the night market, Avani+ Luang Prabang is one of two Avani properties in Laos, following the opening of Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane in July 2026.
(Source: Minor Hotels)
