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Region: Northeastern Cambodia> Province: Ratanakiri> Location: Ban Lung
Yaklom Hill Lodge
A peaceful sanctuary
10 minute drive (in dry season) east of Banlung past the lake
Ratanakiri Province
Tel: (012) 799 211, (011) 725 881
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Description
This peaceful sanctuary is a great choice if you don't mind staying out of town. Although it remains open in the wet season, the road into Ban Lung quickly deteriorates and getting to and from it is a real pain. Otherwise, spacious and charming cottages with comfy beds and hot water bathrooms provide an excellent base for a stay exploring the area. The restaurant is no-frills but offers good Thai food with really fresh vegies. The gardens are lovely. All rates include airport pick up and breakfast
Sgl fan private b'room
10 USD (low season)
10 USD (high season)
Dbl fan private b'room
15 USD (low season)
15 USD (high season)
Triple fan private b'room
20 USD (low season)
20 USD (high season)
Deluxe bungalow
45 USD (low season)
45 USD (high season)
Traditional hill tribe house
Added to Travelfish on: 24th November, 2005
Last visited or updated on: 24th November, 2005
Guest feedback
Rustic but peaceful - 
By gringeaux ( total comments: 15 
) Stayed here 1/2008
Maybe 5 or 6 km outside of town on a bad road. The lodge grounds are spacious, relaxing, well organized, and clean. The individual bungalows are rustic but charming. There's only electricity from maybe 6-10 PM, and hot showers are available, although not in your room. The Volcano lake is a 45 minute walk. The excursions all seemed interesting, but we didn't partake. Average food, helpful & friendly staff.
Very serene spot - 
By jcmcilwaine ( total comments: 11 ) Stayed here 2/2007
The fans kick off with the rest of the generator power at around 9:30, but there's a solar-powered DC backup for lights and another fan if it's steamy. The crickets and geckos lull you to sleep, and the birds wake you in the morning. A very peaceful spot. The staff are very friendly and they run a range of eco-minded tours to surrounding villages and attractions. You'll find a nice assortment of people staying there. The lake is situated halfway back into town, close enough that you can walk. Be warned: the last stretch of road between the lake and the lodge is the worst clay powderfield in town, so be careful if you're driving yourself. Highly recommended.
Several languages spoken - 
By django ( total comments: 3 ) Stayed here 11/2006
Comfortable base for tours to rivers and national park. Helpful staff, good food, private and relaxing.
Peaceful and comfortable -
By BC ( total comments: 16 ) Stayed here 1/2005
Very comfortable, very private cabins. Pleasant restaurant has roof but no walls, food nothing special but staff are really friendly and helpful. Transport to town and beyond is available at very reasonable prices. Recommended.
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