Ning Ning Guesthouse
Big rooms and a chilled-out vibe
What we say: 
As the first place you see coming off the boat, Ning Ning could charge more and offer less, yet still be popular. Their bungalows set the bar high with lots of space, big windows and attached bathrooms with Western toilet and even hot showers courtesy of solar-panel heaters. Each bungalow has a balcony, but they could do with a little more furniture so guests could get comfy while soaking up the river views. A collection of adjoining rooms is set around a garden, though the amenities and price are the same. The atmosphere at Ning Ning is very mellow and its open-air terrace restaurant is the perfect place to share travel stories or strum an acoustic guitar.
Contact details:
Overlooking the river. T: (030) 514 0863
What we were quoted
| Type of room | Low season | High season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dbl fan private b'room | 60,000 Kip | 80,000 Kip | |
| Bungalow fan private b'room | 60,000 Kip | 80,000 Kip |
Added to Travelfish on: 21st April, 2005
Last visited or updated on: 22nd June, 2010
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Rated 4 out of 5
Based on 5 ratings and 5 reviews
Big bungalows
In a wet mid-May week with the tourists outnumbered by the roosters, I was offered a bungalow for less than the published rate which was susequently reduced further before I could even consider negotiating. For that I got a spacious bungalow without a view but with possibly the cleanest and most modern bathroom available in Laos. Unfortunately, the proprietor's gesture towards her restaraunt with the suggestion I dine there was so vague I ended up eating at Lattanavongsa instead - my loss, according to other travellers. In the absence of sunlight the hot showers are cold, but if that's the sort of thing that bothers you, you're probably best skipping a town without a 24hr electricity supply altogether. Likewise the chuntering of the generator in the background (even after lights out at 10pm sharp) was a minor irritation but probably not avoidable in Muang Ngoi.
Ning Ning Guesthouse reviewed by enigmatic (Total reviews: 6) on
Clean and central
New bungalows around a garden don't overlook river but have a view from windows. Big rooms, I had a dble bed & a single plus 1 table, mozzie net, bathroom, clean, porch with chair. They have a restaurant overlooking the river,food was good & cheap. It appeared only Ning Ning & Riverside had restaurant decking overlooking the river. Expect roosters & boat engines from early morning. Electricity is only available from (I think it was) 7-11pm. No a/c, fan, tv, internet.
Ning Ning Guesthouse reviewed by stoneman (Total reviews: 9) on
Great place to stay
I loved this guesthouse. Most people on the boat spurned it because it cost a whole 80,000 kip per night ($A12, including breadfast), preferring instead to head down the road looking for a cheaper $8-9 per night place. I was happy to pay the additional cost and luxuriated in my HUGE room, enjoying great meals in their restaurant overlooking the river. A bonus for me was that this guesthouse was right next door to the monastery so that, each morning, you were woken by drums and had the option of either ignoring them & rolling over, or leaping out and participating in/observing the alms ceremony without 500 other travellers leaping in for the ultimate ''monk shots''. Can definitely recommend this place.
Ning Ning Guesthouse reviewed by redape (Total reviews: 2) on
Best place in town
I stayed 3 nights here in February 20008. At $8 per night it was a steal. The room was HUGE and modern, with decent shower and toilets. The bungalows looked pretty basic as far as bathroom facilities go and the difference was around US$1 so I splurged. Others on the boat thought $8 was way too expensive and opted for $5 rooms away from the river. Different strokes for different folks! Georgeous town and great for trekking. Go there for sure.
Ning Ning Guesthouse reviewed by redape (Total reviews: 2) on
Great location
We stayed here for 2 nights in a bungalow looking out over the river. Fantastic for sunset from a hammock swinging on the balcony. Bathroom was a bit of a trek, but adequate for a few nights. Restaurant next door to the accommodation is also good, though slow. Order early and enjoy a beer (or 3) while you wait. 'Bed' (read table with sheet) left a lot to be desired though. You have been warned :-) $2USD a night
Ning Ning Guesthouse reviewed by luciehayes (Total reviews: 5) on