🇱🇦 Vientiane, Laos

Douang Deuane 2

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La proprietà — Douang Deuane 2

Douang Deuane 2 is a 3-star hotel in the heart of Vientiane's business district, offering a no-frills, functional stay for budget-conscious travellers. Its modest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, TV, and private bathrooms. The hotel's decor is straightforward, with a mix of modern and traditional Lao furnishings. It's a solid choice for those prioritizing affordability and proximity to the city's main attractions. Standing in the lobby, you'll notice a utilitarian vibe, with a small reception desk and a few armchairs for waiting guests.

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Cronache di Vientiane

Vientiane, the capital of Laos, was founded in 1563 as the capital of the Lan Xang kingdom. The city's architecture reflects its rich history, with a mix of French colonial and Lao styles, particularly in the Patuxay Monument and the Presidential Palace. In the 1970s and 80s, Vientiane was a key location during the Vietnam War, with the city serving as a major supply route for the Ho Chi Minh Trail. Today, Vientiane is a laid-back city with a strong sense of Lao culture, evident in its many temples and markets. The city's contemporary identity is shaped by its history, with many residents continuing to live in harmony with the river and surrounding countryside.

Il momento migliore per visitare

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I migliori mesi

The best months to visit Vientiane are November to March, when the weather is dry and cool, making it ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities. This period also offers manageable crowds and lower prices compared to the peak season.

Peak / Festival Surge

The peak month for Vientiane is December, with the city attracting visitors for the annual Boun That Luang festival, a significant Buddhist celebration. Hotel prices tend to increase during this period, and popular attractions may be busier than usual. The festival takes place in November, but its peak season is in December, with many events and festivities happening throughout the city.

Stagione di spalla

The shoulder months of April to May and September to October offer a good balance of budget-friendliness and pleasant weather. During these periods, you can find discounts on hotel rooms and enjoy milder temperatures, with average highs around 28°C (82°F).

Meteo e imballaggio

Vientiane's climate is characterized by a rainy season from May to October, so pack accordingly. Bring a lightweight rain jacket or poncho to be prepared for sudden downpours, which can occur throughout the year.

Briefing della città — Vientiane

  • The Vientiane Bus Terminal has been renovated and now offers a more efficient and comfortable waiting area for passengers. The new terminal is located near the old one, making it easily accessible by taxi or tuk-tuk. The That Luang Festival has been rescheduled for December 2026, with many events and activities planned around the city's iconic Pha That Luang temple.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Douang Deuane 2, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on a higher floor (above 3rd floor) to avoid street noise from the main road. The hotel has a lift, so you won't have to worry about carrying your luggage up and down stairs.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on the 1st floor, as they may be noisier due to the proximity to the service entrance and potential street noise.

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Best views

Unfortunately, there are no notable views from this hotel, given its address in Vientiane. However, you may be able to catch a glimpse of the surrounding cityscape from a higher floor.

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Quietest floors

Floors 4-6 are likely to be the quietest, as they are higher up and away from the street.

🔊 Noise notes

Be aware that Vientiane's streets can be quite lively, especially near the hotel. The city's main road may generate some noise, but it's unlikely to be excessive.

Insider tips

Take advantage of the hotel's free Wi-Fi, which is available throughout the property. If you're arriving by car, there's a parking lot nearby, but you may need to walk a short distance to the hotel entrance.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

strutture alberghiere — Douang Deuane 2

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Wi-Fi

Free for up to 1,000 MB per device, speeds up to 100 Mbps, no login constraints

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Lift / Elevator

Serves all floors, including the historic section with original colonial-era architecture

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader app, physical newspapers available in the lobby

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Check-in / Check-out

0800-2200, early bag-drop available from 0800, late check-out until 1400 with a 20,000 LAK fee

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Baggage Storage

Available at the front desk during check-in hours, 5,000 LAK per bag per day

Accessibility

Step-free access to the main entrance, wheelchair accessible rooms available, some structural limitations in the historic section

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Parking

Limited on-site parking for 10,000 LAK per night, nearest public car park is 200m away for 5,000 LAK per day, no EV charging available

Tasse, imposte e depositi

City / tourist tax: 10,000 LAK per person per night

Deposit & card hold: 50,000 LAK advance deposit and 50,000 LAK incidental card hold at check-in

Faith & Dietary vicino

  • Buddhist temple: ວັດ ຂຽງຍືນ (148 m · ~2 min walk)
  • Buddhist temple: ວັດ ມີໄຊ (204 m · ~3 min walk)
  • Place of worship: ຫໍກາງ (228 m · ~3 min walk)
  • Buddhist temple: ວັດ ຫາຍໂສກ (Vat Haysok) (364 m · ~5 min walk)

Stile di vita e ricreazione locale

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Shopping

Mellka Shopping Mall — 563 m · ~7 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

MAG UXO Visitors Centre — 464 m · ~6 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Lao National Theatre — 38 m · ~1 min walk

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Kids & Family

Funderland — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk

5 minuti di radio essenziali

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 111 m · ~1 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Sisouk Chinese Pharmacy — 140 m · ~2 min walk

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Convenience Store

K-Mart — 137 m · ~2 min walk

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Nearest Transit

ສະຖານີລົດເມຕະຫຼາດເຊົ້າ — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk

Moneta e moneta

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Local currency

Lao Kip, LAK

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Where to exchange

You can exchange money at banks, such as the BCEL or BRI, or at money changers near the Morning Market. Be aware that airport and tourist bureaux often offer poor exchange rates.

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Cards & contactless

Credit and debit cards are widely accepted at hotels, restaurants, and shops in Vientiane. Contactless payments are not common, but mobile payments like WeChat Pay and Alipay are gaining popularity.

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Tipping etiquette

Tipping is not expected but is appreciated for good service. 1,000-2,000 Kip per meal for restaurant staff, 5,000-10,000 Kip for taxi drivers, and 1,000-5,000 Kip for hotel staff are reasonable amounts.

Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget

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Cheap coffee

A typical cup of coffee costs around 5,000-10,000 Kip from street vendors or local cafes.

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Best-value lunch

A bowl of noodle soup or a simple meal at a local eatery costs around 15,000-20,000 Kip.

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Affordable dinner

A basic dinner at a local restaurant costs around 25,000-40,000 Kip for a main course.

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Street food & cheap eats

The Morning Market and the night market in the COPE Centre area are good options for cheap eats.

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Budget groceries

The BCEL supermarket and the local markets (such as the Morning Market) offer affordable grocery shopping options.

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Affordable clothes

The market stalls and vendors along the Thanon Fa Ngum Road offer affordable clothing and souvenirs.

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Cheapest way around

A day pass on the tuk-tuk costs 10,000 Kip. From the airport, the cheapest way to get to the city centre is by tuk-tuk, which costs around 50,000-100,000 Kip, depending on the traffic.

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Money-saving tips

Avoid exchanging money at the airport, eat at local eateries instead of touristy restaurants, and consider buying SIM cards or local phone credit for affordable communication.

Emergency Contacts

Vientiane
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Police
191
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Ambulance / Medical
195
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Fire Department
190

Tourist police: 192. For hospitals, call 021-212007 (Mahosot Hospital) or 021-214023 (Mittaphab Hospital).

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Khop Chai Deu thai
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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ໂຈມາ coffee_shop
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Swedish Pizza & Baking House pizza
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Enjoy steak
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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ຮ້ານອາຫານບ້ານລາວ thai
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Ai Capone pizza
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Dok Champa asian
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Joma Bakery Café coffee_shop
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Vientiane, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Douang Deuane 2

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 111 m · ~1 min walkpharmacy · Sisouk Chinese Pharmacy — 140 m · ~2 min walk

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Girare intorno

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Local Tuk-Tuk 10,000 kip

Anywhere in Vientiane → Funky Monkey Hostel

10 min · On demand · 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

💡 Tuk-tuks are everywhere but not metered. Agree on price before getting in—short hops inside city limits shouldn't exceed 20,000 kip. For the hostel, say 'near Wat Ong Teu' for a reference.

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Airport Shuttle Bus 15,000 kip

Wattay International Airport → Central Bus Station (near Funky Monkey Hostel)

30 min · Every 30 minutes · 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

💡 Bus 29 runs a loop from airport to Talat Sao market, a 10-minute walk from the hostel. It's cramped but cheap. Flag it down on the main road outside arrivals—no official stop.

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JCB Taxi App 30,000 kip

Anywhere in Vientiane → Funky Monkey Hostel

10 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Download the Loca app (Laos' version of Grab). It's reliable, shows upfront pricing, and avoids language barriers. Payment is cash on arrival—make sure you have small bills.

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Airport Taxi 50,000 kip

Wattay International Airport → Funky Monkey Hostel

15 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Negotiate the fare before you get in. Official taxi stand just outside arrivals charges a fixed 50,000 kip to city center, but drivers might try for 80,000. Metered taxis are rare—stick with fixed price.

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Informazioni su Vientiane

Wikipedia ↗
Vientiane, Laos — city travel guide

Vientiane is the capital city of Laos. Comprising the 5 urban districts of Vientiane Prefecture, the city is located on the banks of the Mekong, close to the border with Thailand. Vientiane was the administrative capital during French rule. The city had a population of 840,000 as of the 2023 census....

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Population 840,000

Domande frequenti

What are the best rooms at Douang Deuane 2?

Request a room on a higher floor (above 3rd floor) to avoid street noise from the main road. The hotel has a lift, so you won't have to worry about carrying your luggage up and down stairs.

Which rooms should I avoid at Douang Deuane 2?

Avoid rooms on the 1st floor, as they may be noisier due to the proximity to the service entrance and potential street noise.

Is Douang Deuane 2 noisy?

Be aware that Vientiane's streets can be quite lively, especially near the hotel. The city's main road may generate some noise, but it's unlikely to be excessive.

Which rooms have the best views at Douang Deuane 2?

Unfortunately, there are no notable views from this hotel, given its address in Vientiane. However, you may be able to catch a glimpse of the surrounding cityscape from a higher floor.

What are insider tips for staying at Douang Deuane 2?

Take advantage of the hotel's free Wi-Fi, which is available throughout the property. If you're arriving by car, there's a parking lot nearby, but you may need to walk a short distance to the hotel entrance.

What time is check-in at Douang Deuane 2?

Check-in at Douang Deuane 2 is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Douang Deuane 2 have Wi-Fi?

Free for up to 1,000 MB per device, speeds up to 100 Mbps, no login constraints

Is there a city or tourist tax at Douang Deuane 2?

10,000 LAK per person per night

Where can I eat cheaply near Douang Deuane 2?

A bowl of noodle soup or a simple meal at a local eatery costs around 15,000-20,000 Kip.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Douang Deuane 2?

A day pass on the tuk-tuk costs 10,000 Kip. From the airport, the cheapest way to get to the city centre is by tuk-tuk, which costs around 50,000-100,000 Kip, depending on the traffic.

When is the best time to visit Vientiane?

The best months to visit Vientiane are November to March, when the weather is dry and cool, making it ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities. This period also offers manageable crowds and lower prices compared to the peak season.

Principali attrazioni a Vientiane

Chao Anouvong Park Free

💡 Bring a bottle of Beerlao from the 7-Eleven opposite and sit on the wall. The sunset here beats the touristy bars. Avoid midday heat.

COPE Visitor Centre Free

💡 The short film is worth 20 minutes. Allow 1 hour. The gift shop sells handmade items from survivors. Closed on Sundays.

Wat Si Saket

💡 Combine this with the nearby Haw Phra Kaew (free grounds). Come early to avoid heat and tour groups. Bring small notes for entry.

Patuxai Monument

💡 Take the stairs inside, not the lift. The top-floor kiosk sells cheap soft drinks. Go before 10am to avoid heat. The park below has free fountains in the evening.

Pha That Luang

💡 Go late afternoon when the light turns the gold amber and the crowds thin out. The nearby morning market on That Luang Road sells cheap local snacks.

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