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Commander Lodge

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk

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Son Doong Bungalow is a perfect family base in Phong Nha. Parents can relax by the pool while kids enjoy the playground. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast, and the garden offers extra space to unwind. Free self-parking and WiFi keep guests connected throughout their stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Room options

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Deluxe Room, Balcony | Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room | Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Phong Nha, Son Trach, Bo Trach, Bo Trach, Quang Tri, 510000

What's nearby

  • Phong Nha Visitor Center and Square - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Phong Nha Cave - 9 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Nhat Le Beach - 59 min drive - 31.8 miles
  • Dong Hoi Market - 60 min drive - 31.4 miles

Getting around

  • Ga Tho Loc Station - 30 min drive
  • Dong Hoi (VDH) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trung Nguyên E-Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tree House Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪PhongNha Coffee Station - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Omar's Namaste Indian Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Duck Stop - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Commander Lodge

Family-friendly hotel located in Phong Nha
You can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden at Commander Lodge. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Commander Lodge have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
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
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December

Property is also known as

Son Doong Bungalow Hotel
Son Doong Bungalow
Commander Lodge Hotel
Commander Lodge Bo Trach
Commander Lodge Hotel Bo Trach

Frequently asked questions

Does Commander Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Commander Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Commander Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Commander Lodge?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Commander Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Commander Lodge located?

This family-friendly Bo Trach hotel is located in Phong Nha, within 1 mi (2 km) of Phong Nha Visitor Center and Square and Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. Phong Nha Cave is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

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