Pan's Place Guest House and Cafe
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What we say: 
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 wacky 1970s style to the chilled-out restaurant in front, and for many travellers it becomes a home away from home. The rooms are unpretentious, with large beds and little else, and you have the option of staying in the main building or one of the bungalows in the garden out back. Staff are warm and welcoming, and guests quickly make themselves at home lounging on the terrace playing something from the collection of board games or watching DVDs in the movie lounge. If you're interested in a really rustic experience, enquire here about Neil's Garden of Eden outside of town: bamboo huts, no electricity and meals cooked over a camp fire. Note they do not do advance bookings.
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Main road. T: (023) 511 484, (020) 560 5681Email them at: neilenolix@hotmail.com
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What we were quoted
| Type of room | Low season | High season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dbl fan share b'room | 40,000 Kip | 40,000 Kip | |
| Dbl fan private b'room | 60,000 Kip | 60,000 Kip | |
| Triple fan private b'room | 90,000 Kip | 90,000 Kip | |
| Bungalow fan share b'room | 60,000 Kip | 60,000 Kip |
Added to Travelfish on: 20th March, 2007
Last visited or updated on: 29th June, 2010
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Read Pan's Place Guest House and Cafe reviews
Rated 3.5 out of 5
Based on 4 ratings and 4 reviews
Not A Good Choice
It could be good few years ago (based on how old is my Lonely Planet), but now it has gone a little old esp the cushions. You can see spider web and some things are full of green algae. The ''temp owner'' was kinda blur, I feel. Supposed we just need to pay ''total minus deposit'' on the spot, but he claimed that the deposit goes to website, hence I need to pay full. Do not mind the small amount of money but can't get rid of the feeling of being cheated. Better find another newer GH as your place to stay. Another thing is, I booked for a twin ensuite online. But I was given a twin room with shared bathroom. When I tried to ask for what I've booked, he said I need to pay more for it. It's a total dishonest act.
Pan's Place Guest House and Cafe reviewed by wenghaan (Total reviews: 2) on
Home away from home
After racing around SE Asia for the last 2 months I got to Pan's and finally just chilled! Meant to stay for 3 days and stayed for 5. Staff are lovely, rooms are basic but clean. On the outskirts so you can escape the Friends epidemic. Chill-out garden area with hammocks and TV room with plentiful choice of DVDs make all the difference. The local long-stayers are friendly and provide great entertainment. Great place for some R&R.
Pan's Place Guest House and Cafe reviewed by amaline (Total reviews: 1) on
A safe pick
I stayed here for 3 nights and then 1 night a week later. My room was simple but clean, the staff are very friendly and speak very good to excellent English. I paid 60,000 kip one person in a double room with en suite and hot shower. The same room is 50,000 kip per person with 2 people in it. It is a bit further from the centre of town than other places but still within walking distance and well away from Smile Bar (whatever you do unless you plan on not sleeping until after midnight every night, don't stay near smile bar). There is an internet cafe attached, they offer the cheapest internet in town to guests but it is much slower than the purple place in the centre of town.
Pan's Place Guest House and Cafe reviewed by austral31 (Total reviews: 3) on
Great place to stay
I moved from a different place here based on a recommendation from Steve at the Aussie Bar and I loved it. It felt like a home! I highly recommend it!
Pan's Place Guest House and Cafe reviewed by tlm44 (Total reviews: 1) on