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Vang Vieng town

The streets of Vang Vieng are overrun with same-same budget guesthouses, though more up-scale places are popping up near the riverbank. Over the past couple years true hostels have appeared and, even though their bunks cost nearly the same as a fan room, are a big hit with the party crowd.

  • Banana Bungalows

    Banana Bungalows

    New bungalows and stunning scenery

    River Island
    T: (020) 501 4937;

    Otherside Bungalows has some company and now shares its cross-river spot with Banana Bungalows. Spaced well apart, the bungalows are in two long rows with a stunning backdrop of Vang Vieng's ... Read the full review of Banana Bungalows.

    4.5 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker
  • Mountain Riverview Guesthouse

    Mountain Riverview Guesthouse

    Spectacular views

    Riverside
    T: (030) 520 Ω

    Nestled on a quiet part of the riverbank, Mountain Riverview boasts a beautiful new three-level wooden building with carved detail on the balconies and eaves. The use of hardwood continues into the ... Read the full review of Mountain Riverview Guesthouse.

    4.5 stars Under USD 10 2 votes Backpacker
  • Villa Nam Song

    Villa Nam Song

    A little slice of heaven

    Riverside
    T: (023) 511 016; F: (023) 511 016

    Set in an immaculately manicured garden, this riverside stunner is one of the most elegant spots in Vang Vieng. With dark hardwood floors and furniture, crisp white sheets and silk pillowcases, the ... Read the full review of Villa Nam Song.

    4.5 stars Over USD 100 1 vote Luxury
  • Chillao Youth Hostel

    Chillao Youth Hostel

    Cheap dorms and lots of extras

    Main road
    T: (023) 511 328;

    Formerly the Bountang Guesthouse, this three-level building on the main road through town has changed hands and is now a true hostel offering both dorms and private rooms plus lots of communal ... Read the full review of Chillao Youth Hostel.

    4 stars Under USD 10 2 votes Backpacker
  • Domon River Guesthouse

    Domon River Guesthouse

    A mini-splurge by the river

    Riverside
    T: (023) 511 210;

    Brand new for 2010, Domon is among the breed of big multi-level concrete guesthouses popping up along the riverbank. That said, it's far more attractive than its competition with grand white pillars ... Read the full review of Domon River Guesthouse.

    4 stars USD 10 to 20 2 votes Flashpacker
  • The Elephant Crossing

    The Elephant Crossing

    A little bit of luxury

    Riverside
    T: (023) 511 232; F: (023) 511 232

    Built in 2005, Elephant Crossing is a popular boutique hotel perched right on the edge of the Nam Song. Its 31 rooms are spread out across four floors and this added height means the views of the ... Read the full review of The Elephant Crossing.

    4 stars USD 20 to 50 5 votes Midrange
  • Nana Guesthouse

    Nana Guesthouse

    Attractive, quiet and reasonably priced.

    Ban Viengkeo, Vang Vieng
    T: (023) 511 036, (023) 511 070;

    At the south end of the main road well away from the bustle of the pizza-and-TV restaurants, Nana is an attractive choice. Rooms are in two buildings right beside each other, the more attractive of ... Read the full review of Nana Guesthouse.

    4 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker
  • Malany Guesthouse

    Malany Guesthouse

    Reliable and central

    Main road
    T: (023) 511 083; F: (023) 511 633

    Malany has two spots in Vang Vieng: a four-level concrete building on the main road plus a wooden-roofed house in the centre of town. Regardless which one you go to, the selection of rooms and prices ... Read the full review of Malany Guesthouse.

    4 stars Under USD 10 10 votes Backpacker
  • Sisavang Guesthouse

    Sisavang Guesthouse

    Spectacular views and central location

    Main road
    T: (023) 511 428;

    Set slightly back off the road, Sisavang is a four-storey monolith now equalled in height by other guesthouse-towers around town. The rooms are a decent size and have been well-maintained since ... Read the full review of Sisavang Guesthouse.

    4 stars Under USD 10 4 votes Backpacker
  • Ban Sabai Bungalow

    Ban Sabai Bungalow

    Stunning spot, so-so standards

    Sisavang Rd
    T: (023) 511 088; F: (023) 511 088

    Opened in 2003, Ban Sabai was among the first high-end spots in Vang Vieng. While neighbours like Vansana Hotel and Elephant Crossing were pouring concrete, Ban Sabai went the natural route with ... Read the full review of Ban Sabai Bungalow.

    4 stars USD 20 to 50 8 votes Midrange
  • Phoubane Guesthouse

    Phoubane Guesthouse

    Great setting, average rooms

    By the river
    T: (023) 511 306;

    In a clearing right by the river, Phoubane has taken one of the best settings in Vang Vieng and filled it with rooms to fit all budgets. Considering the tiny price tags, the cheapest rooms are fair ... Read the full review of Phoubane Guesthouse.

    3.5 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker
  • Vang Vieng Orchid Guesthouse

    Vang Vieng Orchid Guesthouse

    Average room, great views

    Riverside, Vang Vieng
    T: (023) 511 172;

    In the centre of town where the market once was, the Orchid Guesthouse maximises its river frontage with a tall white building with tiered tiled roofs. While the views of the river and mountains are ... Read the full review of Vang Vieng Orchid Guesthouse.

    3.5 stars Under USD 10 2 votes Backpacker
  • Nam Song Garden

    Nam Song Garden

    Cosy spot clinging to the riverbank

    Vang Vieng
    T: (023) 511 544;

    This friendly spot has a handful of cosy rooms in an old house plus some stilted bungalows clinging to the riverbank. All have compelling locations that overlook the river, main party island and ... Read the full review of Nam Song Garden.

    3.5 stars Under USD 10 3 votes Backpacker
  • Viengvilay Guesthouse

    Viengvilay Guesthouse

    Clean, friendly and central

    Ban Sengsavang, Vang Vieng
    T: (023) 511 177;

    Opposite the tubing rentals building, Viengvilay is cheap, clean and central. The four-floor guesthouse has rooms of varying size with decent wooden floors and sturdy furnishings. Guests have the ... Read the full review of Viengvilay Guesthouse.

    3.5 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker
  • Thavonsouk

    Thavonsouk

    Family favourite

    Riverside
    T: (023) 511 096; F: (023) 511 215

    Tucked away by the river, Thavonsouk is a more unassuming option than its boutique neighbours, choosing to focus on comfort over flash. Their 44 rooms were upgraded in 2008 and all have air-con, TV, ... Read the full review of Thavonsouk.

    3.5 stars USD 20 to 50 1 vote Midrange
  • Thavisouk Guesthouse

    Thavisouk Guesthouse

    Decent rooms, and services

    Downtown, Vang Vieng
    T: (023) 511 340;

    Thavisouk is a clean, decent guesthouse with fairly simple rooms which are now showing signs of age. Rentable with either fan or air-con, beds have spring mattresses, and rooms have bathrooms with a ... Read the full review of Thavisouk Guesthouse.

    3.5 stars Under USD 10 5 votes Backpacker
  • Saphaothong Guesthouse

    Saphaothong Guesthouse

    A friendly spot in the 'burbs

    Northern outskirts of town
    T: (023) 511 116;

    Well away from the tourist end of town and very much in the ‘burbs of Vang Vieng, Saphaothong is large, clean and cool. The two-level house has a handful of rooms with air-con or fan, and all ... Read the full review of Saphaothong Guesthouse.

    3.5 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker
  • Bungalows Riverside and Restaurant

    Bungalows Riverside and Restaurant

    Best of the budget bungalows

    On the riverbank, Vang Vieng
    T: (023) 511 035;

    Just to the north of the main party island, Riverside offers a choice of budget bamboo huts, or full scale air-con wooden bungalows. It's not the most attractive stretch of the river, but the ... Read the full review of Bungalows Riverside and Restaurant.

    3.5 stars Under USD 10 8 votes Backpacker
  • Chan Thanom Guesthouse

    Chan Thanom Guesthouse

    Simple rooms beside a popular cafe

    Main road
    T: (023) 511 174;

    Right beside the Organic Farm Cafe, Chan Thanom has a handful of simple rooms with a lovely feel. Fan cooling is the only option, and there are no immediate plans to install air-con. Rooms have ... Read the full review of Chan Thanom Guesthouse.

    3.5 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker
  • Phoubane Guesthouse and Restaurant

    Phoubane Guesthouse and Restaurant

    Great setting, basic rooms.

    Ban Sisavang, Vang Vieng
    T: (023) 511 306;

    Behind what used to be the market and set right on the river, Phoubane has one of the best settings in Vang Vieng, with a balconied restaurant jutting out into the river, a full clear view of the ... Read the full review of Phoubane Guesthouse and Restaurant.

    3.5 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker
  • Sunset Home Guesthouse

    Sunset Home Guesthouse

    Appealing price tag

    Riverside
    T: (023) 511 439;

    In a clearing by the river, Sunset Home has a collection of bungalows with appealing price tags. They're not the biggest bungalows in town and if you've got a lot of luggage it'll be a tight fit. ... Read the full review of Sunset Home Guesthouse.

    3 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker
  • Pan's Place Guest House and Cafe

    Pan's Place Guest House and Cafe

    Look for the yin-yang

    Main road
    T: (023) 511 484;

    Run by a couple of self-described hippies (Kiwi Neil and his Lao partner Pan), Pan's offers good value and a friendly, communal atmosphere. A unique buzz at Pan's Place comes via everything from its ... Read the full review of Pan's Place Guest House and Cafe.

    3 stars Under USD 10 6 votes Backpacker
  • Khamphone Guesthouse

    Khamphone Guesthouse

    Good selection of rooms in a quiet location

    Ban Viengkeo, Vang Vieng
    T: (023) 511 062;

    Long established as a quiet and clean choice, Kamphone is now comprised of three buildings: two adjacent houses and one across the street. Most of the rooms are quite simple with firm beds, a table ... Read the full review of Khamphone Guesthouse.

    3 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker
  • Kianethong Guesthouse

    Kianethong Guesthouse

    Quiet residential spot

    Near the river, Vang Vieng
    T: (023) 511 069; F: (023) 511 669

    In a quiet area north of the TV bars and happy pizza joints, Kianethong is a big pink-painted guesthouse with three levels of rooms. Rooms are nearly identical to each other and the cookie-cutter ... Read the full review of Kianethong Guesthouse.

    3 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker
  • Pany Guesthouse

    Pany Guesthouse

    Breezy and quiet

    Near the old runway, Vang Vieng
    T: (023) 511 076;

    Pany is a two-storey block guesthouse set back off the main road near the old runway. Rooms on the ground floor are a little dark, but they're air-conditioned and the concrete walls mean they cool ... Read the full review of Pany Guesthouse.

    3 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker
  • Saysong Guesthouse & Riverhill Bungalows

    Saysong Guesthouse & Riverhill Bungalows

    Average riverside guesthouse plus up-market bungal

    Riverside
    T: (023) 511 130;

    Perched right on the riverbank near the party island, Saysong Guesthouse has a collection of simple rooms similar to every other spot in town. Rooms have one to three beds, some basic sticks of ... Read the full review of Saysong Guesthouse & Riverhill Bungalows.

    3 stars USD 10 to 20 1 vote Flashpacker
  • Dok Khoun 2

    Dok Khoun 2

    Clean and quiet

    Near the old airport runway
    T: (023) 511 063; F: (023) 511 325

    Run by the younger brother of Dok Khoun 1, this three-level concrete guesthouse has a similar style. Rooms are plainly decorated and beds have the firm mattresses and cartoon-character sheets, but ... Read the full review of Dok Khoun 2.

    3 stars Under USD 10 3 votes Backpacker
  • Dokkhoun 1 Guesthouse

    Dokkhoun 1 Guesthouse

    Solid budget spot

    Ban Sisavang, Vang Vieng
    T: (023) 511 032;

    In a pretty two-storey house with a swirling staircase, Dokkoun has a handful of simple rooms that get above-average scores for cleanliness and comfort. Rooms are big enough to contain up to three ... Read the full review of Dokkhoun 1 Guesthouse.

    3 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker
  • Dokboua Guesthouse

    Dokboua Guesthouse

    Big bright rooms

    Ban Sisavang, Vang Vieng
    T: (020) 514 4933;

    Centrally located, Dokboua is a concrete guesthouse with three levels of rooms. The cheapest fan rooms on the ground floor are a bit dark and gloomy, but the simply furnished rooms are clean and fine ... Read the full review of Dokboua Guesthouse.

    3 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker
  • Spicy Lao Backpackers

    Spicy Lao Backpackers

    For guaranteed good times

    Riverside

    Past their sign saying Welcome Home!, SpicyLao looks like a shanty town on the banks of the river with its hodge-podge of bungalows, open-air showers, and a big bamboo dorm. As a bona-fide backpacker ... Read the full review of Spicy Lao Backpackers.

    2.5 stars Under USD 10 2 votes Backpacker
  • Cocoon Resort

    Cocoon Resort

    Slightly upmarket riverside cottages

    Riverside
    T: (023) 511 035;

    With 40 cottages in neat lines, manicured grounds, and recreation facilities, Cocoon reminds us of a summer camp — definitely an upmarket one though, and the outdoor pool and beach volleyball ... Read the full review of Cocoon Resort.

    1.5 stars USD 20 to 50 3 votes Midrange

Outside Vang Vieng

At these spots well away from the riverside party zone you actually stand a chance of appreciating Vang Vieng's natural beauty. They're all a few kilometres outside of town, so you might want to rent a bike.

  • Vang Vieng Eco Lodge

    Vang Vieng Eco Lodge

    Unspoiled location

    Ban Vieng Samai, 7km north Vang Vieng
    T: (021) 413 370;

    Vang Vieng Eco-Lodge is located on a promontory overlooking a bend in the Nam Song. It is probably one of the best locations available, but at seven km out of town, transport is needed unless ... Read the full review of Vang Vieng Eco Lodge.

    4.5 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker
  • Maylyn Guesthouse

    Maylyn Guesthouse

    Great alternative to Vang Vieng town

    Across the river from Vang Vieng
    T: (020) 589 8038;

    If you want to put some distance between you and the party scene, charming Maylyn is well worth the 10-minute walk from town. Amiably eccentric Irishman Joe who owns Maylyn has built most of it ... Read the full review of Maylyn Guesthouse.

    4 stars Under USD 10 10 votes Backpacker
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    Les Jardins de Vang Vieng

    Shows promise

    Moung Song Village
    T: (023) 511 340; F: (023) 511 340

    Newly built, Les Jardins de Vang Vieng so far has no real garden to speak of, but the location is right by the river and a bit of a walk from the centre of town, which shows promise. Run by the very ... Read the full review of Les Jardins de Vang Vieng.

    3.5 stars Under USD 10 3 votes Backpacker
  • Champa Lao

    Champa Lao

    No frills near the party

    Riverside and island in the Nam Song River, Vang Vieng
    T: (020) 501 8501;

    Champa Lao is one of two guesthouses on the main party island in the middle of the Nam Song, which is predominantly made up of shanty dance venues and chill-out bars, happily pumping out tunes until ... Read the full review of Champa Lao.

    3.5 stars Under USD 10 6 votes Backpacker
  • Otherside Guesthouse

    Otherside Guesthouse

    A great escape

    Otherside of the river, Vang Vieng
    T: (020) 510 6288;

    Otherside Guesthouse is, of course, on the other side of the river from the main part of town. Basic bamboo bungalows share bathroom facilities while new additions have en-suite bathrooms with hot ... Read the full review of Otherside Guesthouse.

    3.5 stars Under USD 10 3 votes Backpacker
  • Vang Vieng Resort

    Vang Vieng Resort

    Attractive, cheap and private

    Ban Meuang Song, Vang Vieng
    T: (023) 511 050;

    A little out of town, the Vang Vieng Resort has large grounds dotted with fragrant trees and ornamental plants and is located in the shade of the mountains. Individual bungalows are well spaced on ... Read the full review of Vang Vieng Resort.

    3.5 stars Under USD 10 3 votes Backpacker
  • SCK Guest House

    SCK Guest House

    Great site, ordinary guesthouse

    3km north of two, Riverside, Vang Vieng
    T: (020) 591 4939;

    Opened late in 2006, SCK has taken a stunning riverside location and created something very ordinary. It is a two-storey concrete block of 16 rooms, each with the standard features of a Vang Vieng ... Read the full review of SCK Guest House.

    3 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker
  • Moradok Heritage Guest House

    Moradok Heritage Guest House

    Sound family choice

    Riverside, Ban Houay Sa Ngoua, Vang Vieng
    T: (023) 511 488; F: (023) 511 488

    Moradok is set on an isolated site on the Nam Song about two km to the north of Vang Vieng, within a walled compound. The bungalows are aligned in two rows, one along the river and the other atop a ... Read the full review of Moradok Heritage Guest House.

    3 stars USD 10 to 20 1 vote Flashpacker
  • The Organic Mulberry Farm

    The Organic Mulberry Farm

    Basic guesthouse, interesting spot

    Vang Vieng
    T: (023) 511 220;

    The Farm is run by Mr. T, a charismatic Lao biologist trained in Bulgaria, and is located on the banks of the Nam Song, 4km north of Vang Vieng. The farm's mulberry plantations are fed on by the ... Read the full review of The Organic Mulberry Farm.

    3 stars Under USD 10 1 vote Backpacker


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