Il tuo soggiorno — Phonxay Hotel
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La proprietà — Phonxay Hotel
Phonxay Hotel is a straightforward 3-star spot on Salavan’s main road, a short walk from the Mekong riverfront. The lobby is clean and unpretentious, with tiled floors, a reception desk topped with a pot of local jasmine, and a tired ceiling fan that actually works okay. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a reliable base for exploring the Bolaven Plateau or catching the morning market next door. No pool, no fuss, but the staff are friendly and willing to help with scooter hire or bus timetables.
Cronache di Salavan
Salavan was founded in the 18th century as a Lao outpost under the Kingdom of Champasak, later absorbed into French Indochina in 1893. The French built a small colonial quarter along the river, though only a handful of shuttered villas remain after heavy bombing during the Second Indochina War. The city was largely rebuilt after 1975 with simple concrete blocks, giving it a functional, unpolished feel. Today it serves as the provincial capital and a quiet transport hub for trekkers heading to the waterfall loop. Its cultural identity remains rooted in Lao Theravada Buddhism and the seasonal rhythms of rice farming and coffee harvesting.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Salavan →I migliori mesi
December through February: cool, dry days with temps 20-30°C, low humidity, and hardly any rain. Perfect for trekking on the plateau without slipping in mud.
Peak / Festival Surge
December and January are peak season, driven by ideal weather and Lao New Year (Pi Mai) in mid-April, which shifts crowds to temples and parties. Hotel prices can jump 20-30% in December; Phonxay usually fills up by late November. No major festival in Salavan itself, but buses from Pakse bring visitors.
Stagione di spalla
March and November are prime shoulder months: March stays dry but gets hot (35°C), so discounts of 10-15% appear; November sees the start of the dry season with fewer tourists and lower prices than December.
Meteo e imballaggio
Salavan sits just above the water table, so July brings heavy monsoon downpours that flood low-lying streets within minutes. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and waterproof sandals; leave leather shoes at home.
Briefing della città — Salavan
- The new bus station on Route 20 (opened 2024) now handles all long-distance departures to Pakse and Savannakhet; the old market terminal has closed — allow 15 minutes by tuk-tuk from the hotel.
- A small organic coffee roastery, Bolaven Morning, opened in 2025 on the riverbank near the temple, selling single-origin beans from local villages.
- July's heavy rain often causes the Xe Don River to swell; check with hotel staff before driving to Tad Lo waterfall, as the road can become impassable for scooters after 48 hours of continuous rain.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Phonxay Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor at the back of the building (facing away from the main road). These upper floors avoid street-level noise and the lift lobby bustle on lower floors. The rear orientation overlooks the quieter residential area behind the hotel.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and those facing the main road. Ground floor suffers from foot traffic, lobby noise, and possible kitchen or service area sounds. Road-facing rooms catch Salavan's vehicle noise, which can be constant during the day and early evening.
Best views
Rooms at the rear of the third or fourth floor offer a pleasant view of local rooftops and the surrounding green hills. Front rooms face Salavan's main street with a town-and-market scene.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, furthest from the lobby, street, and roof-top equipment.
🔊 Noise notes
Salavan is a small provincial capital with intermittent traffic—motorbikes and tuk-tuks are the main noise source. The hotel's position on the main road means morning market activity and evening bar/restaurant sounds from nearby. No lift noise if you're on floors 3-4; the lift shaft is internal but rarely heavy use.
Insider tips
1. Arrive early (before 2pm) to request a back-facing upper floor room, as reception can be flexible with allocations. 2. If you drive, ask about free parking at the rear—there's usually space behind the hotel, safer than roadside.
- 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 — Phonxay Hotel
WiFi is free and works well enough for web browsing and email. Speeds slow down in the evening. No login is required.
There is no lift. The hotel is a two-storey building with stairs only.
No newspapers or digital newsstand are provided.
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00. You can drop bags early from 08:00 if the room isn't ready. Late check-out until 12:00 is free; after 12:00 the fee is 50% of the nightly rate.
Baggage storage is available at no charge, but it is not attended after 22:00.
No step-free access. The entrance has a single step, and all rooms are on the first or second floor via stairs only. Not suitable for wheelchair users.
Free on-site parking is available for motorbikes and cars. No valet or EV charging. The nearest public car park is a 5-minute walk away and costs 10,000 LAK per day.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A deposit of 50% of the total stay is required to confirm the booking. At check-in, a cash deposit of 200,000 LAK is needed for incidentals.
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
ສວນແຄນ — 529 m · ~7 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 135 m · ~2 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Lao Kip, LAK
Change money at banks or official exchange counters in Salavan town; rates at the airport in Pakse are poor.
Cards are rarely accepted outside of larger hotels in Salavan; bring enough cash for daily expenses.
Tipping not expected but rounding up or leaving small change (10,000–20,000 LAK) for good service is appreciated.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee (gafeh thung) at a local vendor, around 5,000–10,000 LAK.
Bowl of noodle soup (pho or khao piak sen) on a market street, about 15,000–20,000 LAK.
Stir-fried rice or noodle dish at a basic eatery, roughly 20,000–30,000 LAK.
Walking street near Salavan morning market is busy with grilled meats, sticky rice, and noodle stalls after dark.
Local mini-marts and the market are the main grocery spots; no budget supermarket chains in Salavan.
Weekend market stalls in central Salavan sell affordable second-hand and locally made clothes.
Songthaew (shared pickup taxi) for short trips within town costs around 10,000–20,000 LAK per person; from Pakse airport, take the bus to Salavan for around 60,000 LAK.
Eat at the morning market or night stalls rather than sit-down restaurants. Bargain respectfully at markets. Carry a refillable water bottle and use free refill points at guesthouses.
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 Phonxay Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 135 m · ~2 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 Phonxay Hotel?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor at the back of the building (facing away from the main road). These upper floors avoid street-level noise and the lift lobby bustle on lower floors. The rear orientation overlooks the quieter residential area behind the hotel.
Which rooms should I avoid at Phonxay Hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and those facing the main road. Ground floor suffers from foot traffic, lobby noise, and possible kitchen or service area sounds. Road-facing rooms catch Salavan's vehicle noise, which can be constant during the day and early evening.
Is Phonxay Hotel noisy?
Salavan is a small provincial capital with intermittent traffic—motorbikes and tuk-tuks are the main noise source. The hotel's position on the main road means morning market activity and evening bar/restaurant sounds from nearby. No lift noise if you're on floors 3-4; the lift shaft is internal but rarely heavy use.
Which rooms have the best views at Phonxay Hotel?
Rooms at the rear of the third or fourth floor offer a pleasant view of local rooftops and the surrounding green hills. Front rooms face Salavan's main street with a town-and-market scene.
What are insider tips for staying at Phonxay Hotel?
1. Arrive early (before 2pm) to request a back-facing upper floor room, as reception can be flexible with allocations. 2. If you drive, ask about free parking at the rear—there's usually space behind the hotel, safer than roadside.
What time is check-in at Phonxay Hotel?
Check-in at Phonxay Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Phonxay Hotel have Wi-Fi?
WiFi is free and works well enough for web browsing and email. Speeds slow down in the evening. No login is required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Phonxay Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Phonxay Hotel?
Bowl of noodle soup (pho or khao piak sen) on a market street, about 15,000–20,000 LAK.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Phonxay Hotel?
Songthaew (shared pickup taxi) for short trips within town costs around 10,000–20,000 LAK per person; from Pakse airport, take the bus to Salavan for around 60,000 LAK.
When is the best time to visit Salavan?
December through February: cool, dry days with temps 20-30°C, low humidity, and hardly any rain. Perfect for trekking on the plateau without slipping in mud.
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.