Vientiane

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Reclning Buddha. Vientiane, Laos. Panorama
Reclning Buddha. Vientiane, Laos. Panorama
Wide Panoramic View of Reclining Gold Covered Buddha Statue or the Great Stupa, a sacred Buddhist Monument in Pha That Luang, Vientiane, Laos Capital
Patuxai literally meaning Victory Gate in Vientiane,Laos
Buddha park, Vientiane, Laos

Where to stay in Vientiane

Lao cafe

Chinatown

While Chinatown isn't home to many top sights, Ban Anou Night Market and Lao National Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Chinatown
Amari Vientiane Laos

Amari Vientiane Laos

5 out of 5
Chaofa Ngum Road, Wat Chan Village Vientiane
The price is RM325 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
RM325
RM393 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vientiane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Xieng Khuan and Lao National History Museum are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (209 reviews)
We tried their Breeze Spa we loved it, the breakfast buffet was excellent and our room was clean!

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Amari Vientiane Laos
Crowne Plaza Vientiane by IHG

Crowne Plaza Vientiane by IHG

5 out of 5
Samsenthai Road Chanthabouly District Vientiane
The price is RM343 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
RM343
RM415 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vientiane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (520 reviews)
It’s just that I ordered room service , paid for it then when I check out I was charged again and my bank is who spotted it

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Crowne Plaza Vientiane by IHG
Souphattra Heritage Vientiane

Souphattra Heritage Vientiane

2.5 out of 5
Quai Fa Ngum Road Vientiane Vientiane Prefecture
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vientiane. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Vientiane Night Market and Mekong Riverside ...
10/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Right in the middle of the riverfront, this French colonial–style gem is one of my favorite hotels anywhere. The courtyard and pool are stunning, and most rooms come with big balconies overlooking the peaceful setting. Evenings are a treat too—their drink menu is surprisingly sophisticated for Laos ...

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Souphattra Heritage Vientiane
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Somerset Vientiane

Somerset Vientiane

4 out of 5
Souphanouvong Avenue Vientiane
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Vientiane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (208 reviews)
Very comfortable and clean apartment in a great location. Bed is firm, balcony has a nice view of downtown, kitchen is small but well appointed and I used it most days. Lao people are incredibly friendly and I felt welcomed everywhere I went. There is a nice grocery right across the street, the mall ...

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Somerset Vientiane
Vanida Hotel

Vanida Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Rue Samsenthai Kaoyord Village Vientiane Vientiane Prefecture
Stay at this aparthotel in Vientiane. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Vientiane Center and Parkson Laos are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)
Staff were friendly. But Walls are paper thin and someone had a whining puppy either in the hotel or the alley. It kept us up all night whining and brking

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Vanida Hotel
Villa de Mekong

Villa de Mekong

3.5 out of 5
Inpeng Rd Wat Chan Village Chanthabouly Vientiane Vientiane
Stay at this aparthotel in Vientiane. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Xieng Khuan and Lao National History Museum are ...
Villa de Mekong
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Things to do

Reviews of Vientiane

4.3
Top destination
5 - Excellent
16
5 - Excellent 36%
4 - Good
23
4 - Good 52%
3 - Okay
5
3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Time to explore would be nice, it’s a safe place and people are extra friendly. It’s far more laid back than Say Vietnam and Cambodia

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

very nice small city , people very kind everywhere , good beer wine eating and cheap , many nice place to visit

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Great for hang out and leisure

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I enjoyed the shopping and the food.

4/5 - Good

Chris

Really chilled capital with wonderfully friendly people and good food. Probably a bit quiet if you're looking for a party though.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Vientiane was lovely! There is lots to do there but it isn’t a destination for gap year travellers ! There was enough to do around the hotel though :) There is also really easy access to transport to Vang Vieng and Luang Prabang!

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