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Dorm beds in Vientiane, Laos range from $4 to $17/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound tracks 26 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Aug 23, Aug 24, Aug 25.

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Hostel prices in Vientiane, Laos

A typical dorm night in Vientiane runs about $4.

At $4/night and up, Vientiane is a mid-range hostel destination in Laos.

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Local knowledge for Vientiane

Where to stay

Most budget guesthouses cluster along Fa Ngum Road on the Mekong riverfront and in the blocks just north of Nam Phu fountain, where temples, the riverside night market, and most restaurants are all walkable. The riverfront strip gets noisy on weekend evenings, so if you need quiet, look for places one or two blocks back.

Getting around

  • Negotiate a tuk-tuk fare before you get in. For longer crosstown rides, ask for a shared jumbo tuk-tuk at Talat Sao rather than a private one, and you will pay a fraction of the price.
  • Change money at the exchange booths inside Talat Sao market. Rates are consistently better than hotel desks or the airport, and the booths are easy to find near the main entrance.
  • The overnight VIP bus to Luang Prabang departs from the Northern Bus Terminal and takes roughly 10 hours. Booking it saves you a night's accommodation cost on the way north.

When to go

Hostels fill up and prices climb from November through February, with the biggest squeeze around the That Luang Festival in November. The wet season, June through September, brings the lightest crowds and the lowest nightly rates.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hostel in Vientiane cost per night?

Dorm beds in Vientiane currently range from $4 to $17/night based on the next 3 months of availability.

When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Vientiane?

Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Vientiane are August 23, August 24, August 25.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Vientiane?

HostelHound currently tracks 26 hostels in Vientiane, Laos.

Is Vientiane affordable compared to other hostel cities in Laos?

Vientiane is a mid-range hostel destination in Laos, with dorm prices starting from $4/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Vientiane?

Most budget guesthouses cluster along Fa Ngum Road on the Mekong riverfront and in the blocks just north of Nam Phu fountain, where temples, the riverside night market, and most restaurants are all walkable. The riverfront strip gets noisy on weekend evenings, so if you need quiet, look for places one or two blocks back.

What is the best time of year to visit Vientiane?

Hostels fill up and prices climb from November through February, with the biggest squeeze around the That Luang Festival in November. The wet season, June through September, brings the lightest crowds and the lowest nightly rates.