Vang Vieng Hostels

I randomly booked this place online, and the price was an absolute steal. I got a bed in a 35-person female dorm, including breakfast. Honestly, the breakfast alone was worth 20; it was delicious, even the plain eggs were made so well, plus there was fruit and coffee. The dog was super cute too. I was a bit worried because I read online that the front desk only spoke English, and I thought I might have trouble communicating, but there was a handsome guy at the front desk who spoke excellent English. You take off your shoes when you enter, and almost everyone there was foreign – I was the only Chinese person. They also have a pool table, a bar with free drinks at night, and a pool. The atmosphere was great, and it felt very safe.

The hotel's location is excellent, right in the city's most popular area, facing beautiful scenery. Turn right when you leave, and there are plenty of dining options and tour services everywhere. The room amenities are clean, and the building itself is a bit old, but facilities like hot water, a fan, and air conditioning are all available. The terrace offers great views. Aside from the owner couple, the other staff members basically don't speak English, which is something that needs improvement. I checked in around 8 PM, and since the owner couple wasn't there, I couldn't check in immediately. I waited for over half an hour until they arrived. There should at least be someone at the hotel who can communicate in English; otherwise, it's impossible to resolve any issues.