Il tuo soggiorno — Itim Guesthouse
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La proprietà — Itim Guesthouse
Itim Guesthouse is a modest three-star with a creaky wooden charm overlooking the sleepy Mekong waterfront in Salavan. The lobby feels like a provincial living room—tile floors, ceiling fans, a few faded sofas, and a cooler of Beerlao—run by a family who know your name by the second hour. It suits independent travellers passing through on the way to Tad Lo or the Bolaven Plateau who want honest rooms, a river breeze, and zero pretension.
Cronache di Salavan
Salavan (also Saravane) was established as a French colonial administrative post in the early 1900s, later becoming capital of the province after the Lao monarchy abolished the local kingdom. The town was heavily bombed during the Second Indochina War and rebuilt with wide, dusty boulevards and a mix of shophouses and newer concrete blocks. Its architecture is quiet and provincial—no grand temples or French mansions, just a sleepier version of southern Laos. Today it serves as a market town and a gateway to the Bolaven Plateau’s waterfalls and coffee plantations, with a local identity rooted in minority Mon-Khmer cultures like the Alak and Katu. Visitors come through for the nearby Tad Lo or the Pakse–Salavan road, not the town itself.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Salavan →I migliori mesi
December to February: dry, cool mornings, low humidity, and clear skies make exploring waterfalls comfortable. Small visitor numbers mean guesthouses have space.
Peak / Festival Surge
Peak visitor flow is December–January (dry season) and April (Pi Mai Lao / Lao New Year). Hotels like Itim can sell out during New Year; prices may rise 15–20%. Tad Lo and the plateau get busier with mostly Thai and Western travellers.
Stagione di spalla
November and March are good shoulder months: November is late-rain turning dry (greener landscapes, fewer tourists), March is hot and dry but before the New Year rush. You can often negotiate walk-in rates at Itim.
Meteo e imballaggio
July is full wet-season monsoon: expect heavy downpours most afternoons and 85–95% humidity. Pack a lightweight, quick-dry rain jacket and waterproof sandals—don’t bother with closed hiking shoes that will stay wet for days.
Briefing della città — Salavan
- The road from Pakse to Salavan (Route 13) is undergoing resurfacing near the city limits; expect 15–30 minute delays in the wet season as potholes are repaired.
- Tad Lo waterfall, 50 km north, reopened after dry-season low water but the plunge pools are full now—good for swimming but watch for swift currents in July.
- The new Salavan morning market building (opened 2025) near the bus station now houses fresh produce, local coffee stalls, and a small information board for treks to the plateau.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Itim Guesthouse, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor or higher, facing away from the main road. Rooms on the south side (rear) tend to be quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Ground-floor rooms near the entrance or reception area may pick up street noise and foot traffic from guests coming and going.
Best views
Rooms facing the rear or side of the property overlook local neighbourhood lanes and small gardens, rather than the main road.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and above — the building appears to be a low-rise guesthouse, so upper floors offer more separation from street-level bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Salavan is a quiet provincial capital, but the main road can see occasional trucks and motorbikes, especially in the morning and late afternoon. The guesthouse itself has no bar or lift — noise sources are limited to street and neighbouring guests.
Insider tips
1. Park a scooter or bicycle around the back if possible — safer and quieter. 2. Check in by late afternoon to secure a top-floor room before they fill; the guesthouse often fills with local travellers.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
strutture alberghiere — Itim Guesthouse
Free basic Wi-Fi (c. 5 Mbps) in common area and some rooms; single login per device, no password expiry.
No lift – two-story building with stairs only (no historic section).
No newspapers, digital or physical. The guesthouse is a converted 1990s townhouse, no notable heritage features.
Standard check-in 14:00–20:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 if room ready; late check-out fee 50,000 LAK until 14:00 (request 24h ahead).
Free stored in locked office during day; no overnight storage.
No step-free access; one step at entrance and stairs to all rooms. No wheelchair-accessible room or bathroom.
Free on-site parking for up to 4 cars (unmarked spaces on gravel); nearest public car park 500 m away, free but unlit; no EV charging.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment via bank transfer or card link required at booking; no incidental hold taken at check-in (small guesthouse, no minibar).
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 156 m · ~2 min walk
Dr Saengsoda pharmacy — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Lao Kip, LAK
Exchange US dollars or Thai baht at banks in Salavan town; avoid the airport in Pakse as rates are poor.
Cards not widely accepted; cash is king, especially in markets and smaller shops.
Not expected, but rounding up the fare or leaving small change is appreciated in nicer restaurants.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee with condensed milk at a local cafe, around 5,000 LAK.
A noodle soup bowl at a street stall, approximately 10,000–15,000 LAK.
A fried rice or noodle dish at a simple restaurant, roughly 15,000–20,000 LAK.
The main market area in Salavan town has several stalls selling grilled meat, sticky rice, and noodle soups.
Small local grocery shops and the morning market are your best bet; no major supermarket chains.
The weekly market offers inexpensive basic clothing and textiles.
Walk or rent a bicycle (around 20,000 LAK per day); from Pakse Airport take a shared minivan or local bus to Salavan town for about 50,000 LAK.
Drink local Beerlao instead of imported drinks; buy snacks and water from local shops rather than tourist stops; eat at markets for the best value.
Emergency Contacts
SalavanFor general emergency coordination in Salavan province, call 030-538-4023 (local police station). Tourist police (English assistance): 021-251-128 (Vientiane headquarters, may need to redirect). Note: Response times vary greatly, especially outside town. Best to have a local contact or your guesthouse number ready.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Salavan, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Itim Guesthouse
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 156 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Dr Saengsoda pharmacy — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
Salavan Market (Talat Salavan) → Tim Guesthouse
💡 Short enough to walk, but tuk-tuks wait near the market. Agree the price before hopping in—locals pay 5000 LAK for this route.
Pakse International Airport (PKZ) → Tim Guesthouse, Salavan
💡 Haggle hard at the airport. A shared minibus (80000 LAK/person) is cheaper but leaves only when full—expect waits.
Salavan Bus Station → Tim Guesthouse
💡 Flag one down on the main road; tell the driver 'Tim Guesthouse' and they'll drop you near the market. No fixed stops.
Pakse Southern Bus Terminal → Salavan Bus Station
💡 Buy a seat on the air-con bus for 70000 LAK—it's worth it in hot months. The local bus (no AC) stops everywhere and adds 30 minutes.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Itim Guesthouse?
Request a room on the second floor or higher, facing away from the main road. Rooms on the south side (rear) tend to be quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Itim Guesthouse?
Ground-floor rooms near the entrance or reception area may pick up street noise and foot traffic from guests coming and going.
Is Itim Guesthouse noisy?
Salavan is a quiet provincial capital, but the main road can see occasional trucks and motorbikes, especially in the morning and late afternoon. The guesthouse itself has no bar or lift — noise sources are limited to street and neighbouring guests.
Which rooms have the best views at Itim Guesthouse?
Rooms facing the rear or side of the property overlook local neighbourhood lanes and small gardens, rather than the main road.
What are insider tips for staying at Itim Guesthouse?
1. Park a scooter or bicycle around the back if possible — safer and quieter. 2. Check in by late afternoon to secure a top-floor room before they fill; the guesthouse often fills with local travellers.
What time is check-in at Itim Guesthouse?
Check-in at Itim Guesthouse is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Itim Guesthouse have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (c. 5 Mbps) in common area and some rooms; single login per device, no password expiry.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Itim Guesthouse?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Itim Guesthouse?
A noodle soup bowl at a street stall, approximately 10,000–15,000 LAK.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Itim Guesthouse?
Walk or rent a bicycle (around 20,000 LAK per day); from Pakse Airport take a shared minivan or local bus to Salavan town for about 50,000 LAK.
When is the best time to visit Salavan?
December to February: dry, cool mornings, low humidity, and clear skies make exploring waterfalls comfortable. Small visitor numbers mean guesthouses have space.
Principali attrazioni a Salavan
💡 Ask the attendant to turn on the light for the back rooms — they keep them off to save electricity.
💡 Walk south from the French-era bridge at sunset — the light hits the river bend and you'll see buffalo being washed downstream.
💡 Bring a torch — the cave goes back about 50 metres and gets pitch dark. No one else will be there.
💡 Go before 07:00 for the best selection and to see traders arriving by boat from the Mekong tributaries.
💡 Bring a swimsuit — you can wade in the shallow pools below the top tier without paying the fee for the lower falls.