Region: Northern Laos> Province: Luang Prabang> Location: Nong Kiaow

Nong Kiaow guesthouses and hotels

The majority of spots in Nong Kiaow run along the banks of the Nam Ou River, though there are also a couple of off-river options. Despite the recent influx of tourism, little has changed in Nong Kiaow over the past few years and there haven't been many new additions to the accommodation scene. Most places have upgraded and almost all guesthouses now feature rooms or bungalows with attached private bathroom. Those coming in from Luang Prabang will be pleasantly surprised with the good value accommodation here; a passable river view bungalow can be had for as little as $3 and the most luxurious option won't set you back more than $35.

Flashpacker
US$10 to 20

Nong Kiau River Side Resort - Riverside retreat with all the amenities

 
Ban Sop Houn, Nong Kiau
Tel: (071) 600 004; Fax: (071) 600 062
The River Side Resort fills a desperate void in the slow-to-change accommodation scene of Nong Kiau. While riverside bungalows are nothing new to the area, the similarities between these and other ... Nong Kiau River Side Resort complete profile

Backpacker
Under US$10

Sunrise Guesthouse and Restaurant - Basic but lovely rooms

 
Riverside, Nong Kiaow
Tel: (020) 517 3503;
Sunrise is located by the bridge spanning the Nam Ou river, and features a wide veranda with great views that catch whatever sunrise can be seen through Nong Kiaow's heavy early morning fog. Rooms ... Sunrise Guesthouse and Restaurant complete profile

Backpacker
Under US$10

Sunset Guesthouse - Something different- - has internet

 
Riverside, Nong Kiaow
Tel: (071) 600 033; Fax: (020) 557 1033
Sunset Guesthouse is the best Nong Kiaow offers in terms of aesthetics, amenities and services in the budget category. Standard for Nong Kiaow, it is a bamboo-stilted structure, with mid-sized rooms ... Sunset Guesthouse complete profile

Midrange
US$20 to 50

Chan-a-Mar - Very pricey, but comfortable

 
Riveside, Nong Kiaow

Chan-a-Mar is the only non-budget guesthouse in Nong Kiaow, with the two gorgeous children of the owners setting a family-oriented atmosphere. It consists of two generously-sized bamboo bungalows ... Chan-a-Mar complete profile

Backpacker
Under US$10

Manypoon Guesthouse - Traditional Lao-style place

 
Near the bus station, Nong Kiaow
Tel: (071) 600 008;
A few steps from the very modest bus station, Manypoon is a large solid wooden house in traditional Lao style and is a good choice. Small rooms are basic but tidy, with electricity, fan and mosquito ... Manypoon Guesthouse complete profile

Backpacker
Under US$10

Pha Noy Guesthouse - Another bargain spot

 
Riverside, Nong Kiaow
Tel: (071) 600 019;
Also known as CT Restaurant and Guest House, Pha Noy is comprised of a small group of bamboo bungalows, just by the bridge spanning the Nam Ou River. Bungalows are basic with a bed, mosquito net and ... Pha Noy Guesthouse complete profile

Backpacker
Under US$10

Sengdao Bungalows and Restaurant - A real bargain find

 
Riverside, Nong Kiaow
Tel: (071) 600 001;
The bungalows at Sengdao are quite small and very plain. But at this price for individual bamboo bungalows and a small balcony overlooking the river on prime real estate, it's a real find. The walls ... Sengdao Bungalows and Restaurant complete profile

Backpacker
Under US$10

Bamboo Paradise Guesthouse - Basic but cheap

 
Riverside, Nong Kiaow
Tel: (071) 600 066;
Bamboo Paradise is set, like most of the guesthouses in Nong Kiaow, on the banks of the Nam Ou river. It's a little way back, and the views, while lovely, are not the best the town has to offer. A ... Bamboo Paradise Guesthouse complete profile

Backpacker
Under US$10

Lin Thavong - Just fine

 
Ban Sop Houn, Nong Kiau
Tel: (020) 590 1169;
Despite the sign out front that promises both English and French are spoken, communication is a challenge at Lin Thavong, though there's not much to discuss. Basic bamboo bungalows are similar in ... Lin Thavong complete profile

Backpacker
Under US$10

Phayboune Guesthouse - Upmarket Nong Kiaow style

 
Off the river, Nong Kiaow
Tel: (071) 600 028;
Phayboune is at the upmarket end of Nong Kiaow's guesthouses, featuring one building and -- as is the norm in Nong Kioaw -- a set of bungalows: The concrete building at the back has uninspired rooms ... Phayboune Guesthouse complete profile

Backpacker
Under US$10

Philasouk Guesthouse and Restaurant - Nothing special

 
Near the bus station, Nong Kiaow
Tel: (020) 252 8247;
Philasouk is conveniently located right near the tiny bus station. It's a big wooden house with basic rooms featuring a bed, mosquito net and electricity. A stairwell leads up to a dark and dusty ... Philasouk Guesthouse and Restaurant complete profile

Backpacker
Under US$10

Som Gnot Guesthouse - Very basic but friendly

 
Off the river, Nong Kiaow

Som Gnot is a one-storey concrete building, just opposite the dirt road to the boat landing. Just a two-minute walk from the bus station side of the bridge, plenty of village life and local action -- ... Som Gnot Guesthouse complete profile

Backpacker
Under US$10

Mexay Guesthouse & Restaurant - Very basic but big rooms

 
Off the river, Nong Kiaow
Tel: (020) 517 2304;
Mexay is a big wooden house, set off the banks of the river, offering extremely basic but large rooms with just a bed and mosquito net. The toilets are very clean, but are outside in a separate ... Mexay Guesthouse & Restaurant complete profile

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