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Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang

3.5 star property
Hotel in Luang Prabang with free breakfast and airport shuttle service

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Outdoor pool
Interior entrance
Bungalow with River View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds
Bungalow with Garden View | Garden view
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Travelers find a warm welcome at Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang, where massage and spa services help them unwind. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast daily, while the outdoor pool offers a peaceful retreat. Free bicycles make exploring the area simple and enjoyable.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Room options

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Bungalow with River View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Bungalow with River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Bungalow with Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Bungalow with Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Ban Vieng Mai, Vat Sakem, Luang Prabang

What's nearby

  • Phousi Hill - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Night Market - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Wat Xieng Thong - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Morning Market - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Royal Palace Museum - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Luang Prabang (LPQ-Luang Prabang Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Redbul Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Jam cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bamboo Garden Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪4 Square Buffalo Yellow Duck Noodle - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪beyond café & restaurant - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang

Property highlights
Take advantage of free breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a poolside bar at Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and free bicycle rentals
  • Express check-in, supervised childcare (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang boast thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10 AM to 7:30 PM

Property is also known as

Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang Hotel
Thongbay Guesthouse Hotel
Thongbay Guesthouse
Thongbay Luang Prabang
Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang Hotel
Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang Luang Prabang
Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang Hotel Luang Prabang

Frequently asked questions

Does Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10 AM–7:30 PM.

Is Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang located?

Situated in Luang Prabang, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wat Pa Phon Phao, Wat Aham, and UXO Laos Visitor Center. Vat Visounarath and Dara Market are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Thongbay Guesthouse Luang Prabang Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 150 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely environment, comfortable rooms and staff were very helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thongbay great place to stay

The guest house is very clean and well managed by friendly and competent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The only place to stay in Luang Prabang!!

This is an incredible place to stay. We loved every minute of our river view balcony, especially having breakfast there. The staff are amazingly friendly and attentive and couldn't be more welcoming. A beautiful gem that we genuinely didn't want to leave. Thank you Thongbay Guesthouse
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janette Sook Eng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service is excellent and the staff especially Mr T takes care of our needs superbly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful, green and friendly

Our stay couldn't have been better. The team at Thongbay are so friendly and helpful, breakfast was lovely, the shuttle and other services run very smoothly. The cabin is peaceful with great aircon and facilities. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodations are simple native style cottages, but they were clean and comfortable. The staff and the management were extremely helpful and accommodating. The manager, T, was wonderful, always providing helpful suggestions and helping to arrange transportation to local venues. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay there and would love to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very hospitable and helpful especially Kai and her son DoDo. The manager, Thy, was well organized and informative. Although the location is excellent, it is not in the city proper.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald ian george

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is made up of detached wooden bungalows with Verandahs. The staff are excellent and breakfast is served on your own verandah each morning. They have bicycles and motorcycles for hire if you want to explore the local area or you can relax by the pool. The staff could not do enough for you and I would highly recommend Thongbay to anyone visiting Luang Prabang. 10 out of 10!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Søren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place

Thongbay is a very beautiful and cosy place in Luang Prabang. We enjoyed everything about it; the view from our terrasse, the garden, getting breakfast served on your own balcony and most of all the smiling service from everybody at the guest house. Please notice, that Thongbay is outside Luang Prabang city center. They do have shuttle service and it's easy to go back and forth, but if you prefer the convenience of staying in the center of town, You have to choose otherwise. Only one little downside; the beds were too hard for our taste. We didn't sleep that well.
Very early morning view from our terrasse.
View from terrasse
The reception
The door to our room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really liked our stay at Thongbay Guesthouse which offers great value for money. The bungalows are nicely arranged in a beautiful, lush tropical garden and have everything you need. Breakfast is served on your own private balcony and guests can also have dinner, which is very decent. The staff and management are impeccably nice and helpful with every question their guest might have. The only downturn we experienced was the temple festival and a wedding nearby with extremely loud music / prayers / Chorals and or karaoke. That has cost us 2 nights of proper rest. Make sure to bring earplugs! Anyway: we fully recommend the place !
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amlan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service is superb. The entire staff is friendly and super helpful. For example, even though our flight arrived late and after the kitchen closed, they still brought us some food. And who can complain about having breakfast on your deck overlooking the river. The rooms are comfortable. The bathrooms are basic (e.g. only cold water in the sink) but completely functional. We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Toller Service Das Frühstück wird auf der eigenen Terrasse serviert Das ist Luxus
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so very helpful and nice, and the breakfast included was absolutely amazing! Served on the porch of your bungalow at the time of your choosing. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property had a Riverview balcony cottage. Breakfast brought to the room wonderful experience, refillable water bottles. Staff very helpful. Make sure to rent a scooter through them. It’s a great deal. Good shuttle service in an out of town.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique property with independent bungalows as rooms. The setting is beautiful and tranquil.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful, unique accommodation option. Highly recommended. Good size beds and large rooms. Staff can't do enough for you. Beautiful property and location with everything you could need for a short or long trip. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Endroit exceptionnel

Magnifique guesthouse où tout est pensé pour que votre séjour soit le plus agréable possible. Les bungalows se trouvent dans un cadre enchanteur au milieu d’un jardin entretenu avec soin. Le personnel est très prévenant et toujours là pour vous rendre service (navette gratuite pour vous conduire en centre ville ou à l’aéroport, lessive incluse, serviettes si vous allez vous baigner à la cascade Kuang si etc). Je ne peux que recommander cette adresse et si je dois retourner à Luang Prabang je n’irai pas voir ailleurs.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 5 nights in a riverside bungalow which was peaceful and relaxing. It was slightly away from the noise of town but easily within walking distance. We also cycled on free bikes and there is a shuttle bus in and out of town. The owner and staff were excellent and friendly and helped us organise trips andd transfers. Breakfast was great and we had a lovely stay, thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

clivio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Personnel vraiment sympathique et arrangeant. Toujours prêt à aider. Nous avons eu la chambre avec vue sur le Mékong, et nous avons adoré. Très belle vue !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Oase in Luang Prabang

Absolute Oase, wunderschöner Garten, toller Bungalow, sehr freundlich, prima Frühstück- wird serviert, schöner Pool Beste Unterkunft unserer Reise. Zwar etwas außerhalb, gibt aber einen Shuttle, auch Fahrräder und zum laufen geht es auch.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This guesthouse shines on service. Airport transfer and pickup were a breeze. They take the time to nicely greet you and check you in, giving you all the details. Daily shuttle in and out of main area of town is great. The pool was well kept and quiet (though, like so many in south east Asia, very cold). We had a river view bungalow. It was mostly clean, as much so as wooden rooms like these with gaps in the wall can be. But they provide mosquito nets. No TV. Breakfast is good and plenty with various options. If you want a break, feel free to use their kitchen (cashew chicken gets two thumbs up and yellow curry was good too). It is fresh and on probably better for the price than anything you will get a food stall in town for same cost. Dinner for three was about $12 USD. They do not advertise it, but they were glad to use their daily shuttle to drop us at our next guesthouse in Luang Prabang. I found I had forgotten my Nalgene water bottle in the mini fridge and called them to ask about it, and they brought it on the shuttle so I could pick it up that evening when they dropped hotel guests in the city. That was HIGHLY appreciated. They provide one bottle of drinking water per guest, and have a drinking water refill station. The beds were ok - not great but not the worst in SEA. We had a triple room, a king bed and two singles. The singles were incredibly soft to the point it felt like you might roll off and the king was a bit too hard. Goldilocks again :) Thanks Thonbay!

10/10 Excellent

Gerhard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ein wunderbar, ruhiger Ort. Schöne Bungalows, sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal, alles sehr sauber. Wirklich empfehlenswert!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxed yet attentive

we really enjoyed the relaxed yet attentive care Thongbay staff showed all their guests
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem

Fabulous hideaway in a lovely setting. We wished we had stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful property with an attentive and kind staff. They took the care to pay attention to every detail.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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