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Located within 700 metres of Laos National Museum and 1.4 km of Wat Sisaket, House Of Jars provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Vientiane. The property is around 1.5 km from Hor Phra Keo, 4.3 km from Thatluang Stupa and 5.9 km from Lao-ITEC Exhibition Centre. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and free WiFi throughout the property.

Guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with a shared bathroom equipped with a shower.

Lovely staff. Free water. Free towel and lock (with refundable deposit). Spotlessly clean bathrooms. Curtains on each dorm bed and a plug to charge devices overnight. Everything that a dorm should be!

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9.6
Exceptional
288 reviews
Price from
SAR 32
per night

Set in Vientiane, SYRI Guesthouse Vientiane Hostel & Cafe features a shared lounge, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 4.6 km from Thatluang Stupa, 6.2 km from Lao-ITEC Exhibition Centre and 19 km from Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge. The property is non-smoking and is located 200 metres from Laos National Museum.

The staff does an amazing job in keeping the rooms and bathrooms / toilets clean at all time. Great location, city center within walking distance. Nice facilities in the bathrooms.

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9
Superb
635 reviews
Price from
SAR 19
per night

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, garden, bar and free WiFi, Nana Vientiane Hotel is located in Vientiane, 700 metres from Laos National Museum and 1.1 km from Wat Sisaket. The property is around 1.2 km from Hor Phra Keo, 4.7 km from Thatluang Stupa and 6.2 km from Lao-ITEC Exhibition Centre. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a city view.

You can play billiards at the hostel, and bike hire is available.

Good location, swimming pool value for money . City centre

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8.7
Fabulous
1,349 reviews
Price from
SAR 30
per night

Set in Vientiane, 1 km from Laos National Museum, Vientiane Garden Hostel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Boasting a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.2 km from Wat Sisaket and around 1.3 km from Hor Phra Keo. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

I haven’t actually yet stayed at the Vientiane Garden hostel as I totally booked the correct dates but wrong month! I’m not sure how I didn’t notice this as I looked at that reservation a few times before my travels started. Booking’s algorithm usually spots a double booking and warns us and tho I booked a room on the same dates, different country, I didn’t receive a warning. Still it was my mistake and yet the owners have chosen to not charge me twice and I really appreciate that! That’s a really kind gesture

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8.5
Very good
518 reviews
Price from
SAR 28
per night

Located in Vientiane, within 2 km of Wat Sisaket and 2.3 km of Thatluang Stupa, HideSeek Hostel Vientiane Thai embassy provides accommodation with a shared lounge and a bar, and free WiFi. The property is around 2.4 km from Hor Phra Keo, 2.5 km from Laos National Museum and 3.6 km from Lao-ITEC Exhibition Centre. Tha Sadet Market is 23 km from the hostel and Chaofa Ngum Statue is 4.5 km away.

Great accommodation with friendly staffs who speak English well. The bed is comfortable, and there is a leisy space for guests except the 1st floor cafe! For the food, I only tried the avocado salad on the menu, it's delicious. Literally close to the Thai embassy so it's the top choice for those who come to do their Thai visa mainly. Big supermarkets nearby and many Korean bistros as well. It's not the main 'tourist' area, so you can enjoy some quiet and slow lazy vibe here :)

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8.3
Very good
130 reviews
Price from
SAR 34
per night

Barn Laos Hostel in Vientiane provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 4.4 km from Thatluang Stupa, 6 km from Lao-ITEC Exhibition Centre and 19 km from Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

The location is great, very close to the main spots. Rooms and toilettes are very clean, bed are really comfy and big.

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8.7
Fabulous
884 reviews
Price from
SAR 29
per night

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace, bar and free WiFi, TT Hostel is set in Vientiane, 600 metres from Laos National Museum and 1.3 km from Wat Sisaket. The property is situated 1.5 km from Hor Phra Keo, 5 km from Thatluang Stupa and 6.6 km from Lao-ITEC Exhibition Centre. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

This is the most wonderful hostel in Vientiane, which gave me many pleasant acquaintances and even adventures. The hostel has everything you need, the price is very low, all the guests are interesting travelers. It's never boring here. The hostel owners are incredible people, extremely hospitable and kind.

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8.1
Very good
448 reviews
Price from
SAR 20
per night

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a bar, Barn1920s Hostel is situated in the heart of Vientiane, a 5-minute drive from Mekong River and a 3-minute walk from a night market.

A buffet breakfast is served daily at the property. Guests will find the Drip 1920s cafe and the bar at the hostel. Several grocery stores and street food stalls are located nearby.

Just stayed one night but would DEFINITELY come back if I'm in Vientiane again. Such a cool concept (Twenties) and so many little details that make a backpackers life easier: lockers inside the beds, hangers and other options for your clothes inside the beds, beds in general were very comfortable, the showers had mirrors and were spacious, everything VERY clean. Breakfast was DIY with plenty of options (eggs, salads, toast, muesli, porridge, I saw someone making pancakes etc) the hostel is located in a quiet area yet close to the center. And in the evening there are local food stalls next to the hostel, if you want the full food experience :)

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8.7
Fabulous
384 reviews
Price from
SAR 45
per night

Featuring a restaurant, Dream Home Hostel is located in a residential area in Vientiane. Guests can access to free WiFi throughout the property. It is 700 metres from Laos National Museum.

Each dormitory room comes with air conditioning. Some units have a balcony with city view. The air-conditioned dormitory rooms have safety deposit boxes and guests have access to shared bathrooms.

I enjoyed my stay at this hostel. It's in a great location, close to the center, so you can easily walk there and explore the area. There are some nice bars around the hostel, too. Plus, it's just a 5-minute walk to the center, where there's even more to see. There are two really good pizza places nearby as well. The breakfast provided by the host was very tasty, and they also offered plenty of food options at good prices in their restaurant. The staff is friendly and can help with everything, making the stay even more pleasant. I recommend this hostel because it's a great deal for the price and location. The beds are comfortable, and there's a small area where you can work or play billiards.

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8.1
Very good
605 reviews
Price from
SAR 21
per night

Sailomyen Hostel features a loft design accommodation complete with an in-house cafe on the ground floor where coffee is served. It is a 5-minute drive from Talad Sao and Mekhong River and offers clean and comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi.

The bed was really comfortable. The breakfast looks like hotel breakfast and not a hostel one. People at the reception were super friendly.

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8.6
Fabulous
600 reviews
Price from
SAR 26
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • SYRI Guesthouse Vientiane Hostel & Cafe
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 635 reviews

    Set in Vientiane, SYRI Guesthouse Vientiane Hostel & Cafe features a shared lounge, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    A stylish and very well run hostel. Haven't been to better.

  • Nana Vientiane Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,349 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, garden, bar and free WiFi, Nana Vientiane Hotel is located in Vientiane, 700 metres from Laos National Museum and 1.1 km from Wat Sisaket.

    Friendly staff, extremely clean place. Great location

  • Barn Laos Hostel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 884 reviews

    Barn Laos Hostel in Vientiane provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    My room 8 per but everything good sleep well staff so nice

  • Sailomyen Hostel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 600 reviews

    Sailomyen Hostel features a loft design accommodation complete with an in-house cafe on the ground floor where coffee is served.

    the decor, room layout, everything was v comfortable

  • FAA Apartment
    Central location
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 74 reviews

    FAA Apartment is set in Vientiane, 4.3 km from Thatluang Stupa and 5.8 km from Lao-ITEC Exhibition Centre.

    Amazing staff, big room, balcony and views, location

  • Dream Home Hostel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 605 reviews

    Featuring a restaurant, Dream Home Hostel is located in a residential area in Vientiane. Guests can access to free WiFi throughout the property. It is 700 metres from Laos National Museum.

    - nice breakfast incl. - awesome location in the center

  • Top One Backpacker Hostel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 68 reviews

    Situated in Vientiane, 1 km from Laos National Museum, Top One Backpacker Hostel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    the breakfast is good , the room and toilet was clean

  • Ali Local Home
    Central location
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 411 reviews

    Ali Local Home is located in Vientiane, 3.8 km from Thatluang Stupa and 5.4 km from Lao-ITEC Exhibition Centre.

    Priceworthy, cozy, well set up and documented system

  • Remedy Hostel
    Central location
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 10 reviews

    Set in Vientiane, 500 metres from Laos National Museum, Remedy Hostel offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a bar.

  • Vernice Backpacker Hostel
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 130 reviews

    Featuring a garden, shared lounge, restaurant and free WiFi, Vernice Backpacker Hostel is located in Vientiane, 1.2 km from Laos National Museum and 1.7 km from Wat Sisaket.

    friendly treatment of the staff. simple but quality installations!

  • Lucky Backpacker Hostel
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 146 reviews

    A short walk from the river and the public parking, Lucky Backpacker Hostel is located in Vientiane. Free WiFi access is available in public areas.

    Grant and Vernon are the best guys to run a hostel. Period.

  • Vientiane Star Hotel
    6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 98 reviews

    Situated in Vientiane, 400 metres from Laos National Museum, Vientiane Star Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    The staff were very friendly and the location was great.!

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Hostels that guests love in Vientiane

  • Avg. price/night: SAR 187.53
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,349 reviews
    Moved from another hostel in town which was quiet empty and not very social. Definitely one of the best hostels I've been in 4 months backpacking SEA. The owners are ex backpackers with lots of tips for Laos and also other countries. Easy to book transport. Good value food at the restaurant and bar has happy hour every day with free drinks. Swimming pool with all day sun
    mayr
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 67.51
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 768 reviews
    It’s definitely value for money as there isn’t much between a hostel dormitory and more comfortable hotels. It’s in a great location right next to the market but if you choose a room without a balcony you can’t hear it. The bed was clean and there was enough room for my stuff. It’s easy to order a Loca or Indrive taxi even at 5am. I prebooked and it came 10mins early.
    Rachel
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 187.53
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,349 reviews
    Great location - Best value for money Good location, mostly comfortable, gives budget vibes like a hostel.
    nicolas
    Solo traveller
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 518 reviews
    Social hostel, great location, very clean. big swimming pool , real backpacker party vibe , bobby was great
    Shacorey Moss
    Solo traveller
  • 7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 207 reviews
    I had an absolutely wonderful stay at this hostel!! The accomodation was cheap and this was possibly the best hostel I have stayed at during my 6-month solo trip. Room was clean, bathrooms were great and the staff were all very kind ☺️ Plus you get free breakfast which is minimal but very reasonable and generous for the low price :) would definitely stay here again next time I visit Vientiane!
    astrid
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 187.53
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,349 reviews
    Clean and comfortable.It's not the best hostel in Laos that i have stayed in, but compared in Vangvieng it is the best choice in this time. Large and nice common area, clean swimming pool. Comfortable bed and pillows. Bed with curtain, safety box. Door with access key.
    piek
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 187.53
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,349 reviews
    Best hostel ever. The common area is really nice, with a swimming pool and a restaurant. Ideal place if you are looking to meet new people
    Thamires
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 187.53
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,349 reviews
    Lovely Nana Hostel is the best hostel in Vientiane, Great location, friendly staff, Free Vodka & whiskey 7h to 9 easy to meet many great people. I Would come back and stay here again.
    emily
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 187.53
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,349 reviews
    The best hostel in Vientiane , Great party easy to meet new people, Excellent manager Hue and Xay is very friendly and helpful. The room is very nice and clean lovely swimming pool very chill for the day. I would stay here again.
    ollie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: SAR 187.53
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,349 reviews
    Great value for many people, easy yo meet new people, the hostel very big has great swimming pool very chill for the day, great location, friendly staff,
    jermy
    Solo traveller

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