Your stay — Bangsamone Guesthouse
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Bangsamone Guesthouse, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (3rd and above) as the hotel is located in a quiet area of Sekong. The concrete floors are likely to be cooler, and you'll have a better view of the surrounding countryside.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the service entrance, as the staff and guests may generate noise throughout the day.
Best views
Rooms on the higher floors will have a view of the surrounding countryside, but not of the town of Sekong.
Quietest floors
2nd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Sekong is a rural area, so you can expect some natural noise from birds and insects. However, the guesthouse is located in a quiet area, and the noise levels should be minimal.
Insider tips
Try to request a room with a window on the north or east side to get some natural light and a view. If you're arriving early, consider grabbing a coffee at the nearby café, which is just a short walk from the guesthouse.
- 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
Hotel Facilities — Bangsamone Guesthouse
Free fibre-optic internet access throughout the property, no login constraints
Serves all floors, but stairs-only access for the original building portion
Complimentary digital newsstand on all devices; no physical papers or building quirks
14:00-22:00; early bag-drop from 08:00; late check-out until 15:00 with LAK 50,000 fee
Available from 08:00 to 22:00, LAK 20,000 per bag, per day
Wheelchair accessible main entrance, but some rooms have step-free access limitations
Limited on-site parking, LAK 50,000 per night; nearest public car park, Ban Sop Houn Public Car Park, LAK 30,000 per night; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: LAK 200,000 advance deposit + incidental card hold at check-in
5-Minute Radius Essentials
LDB Bank — 480 m · ~6 min walk
Pharmacy 1 — 690 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Lao Kip, LAK
US dollars are widely accepted, but you can exchange them at the airport or at local banks; be wary of poor exchange rates at tourist bureaux
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted, but cash is still preferred; mobile payments like WeChat Pay and Alipay are gaining popularity
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 1,000-2,000 Kip is sufficient for good service
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street vendors sell coffee for around 5,000-10,000 Kip ( approx. $0.50-$1 USD)
Street food stalls and markets offer noodle dishes and curries for around 10,000-20,000 Kip (approx. $1-$2 USD)
Local restaurants serve Laotian dishes like laab and tam maak hung for around 20,000-30,000 Kip (approx. $2-$3 USD) for a main
Street food areas are concentrated in the town center and along the main roads
Local markets and supermarkets like Savanh and Lao Plaza sell basic necessities
Markets and local shops sell affordable clothing and souvenirs
Motorbike taxis cost around 5,000-10,000 Kip (approx. $0.50-$1 USD) for a short trip, and a day pass for public buses costs around 10,000-20,000 Kip (approx. $1-$2 USD)
Avoid exchanging money at the airport or tourist bureaux for poor exchange ratesUse local buses or motorbike taxis instead of taxis for cheaper transportationEat at local markets or street food stalls for affordable meals
Emergency Contacts
SekongFor all emergencies, call 191 (national). English may not be spoken: have a Lao speaker or translation app ready. Sekong’s medical facilities are basic; for serious cases, head to Pakse (3–4 hours by road).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Sekong, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Bangsamone Guesthouse
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · LDB Bank — 480 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacy 1 — 690 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Phoukhankham Hotel → Sekong town centre
💡 Flag one near the morning market or outside the hotel; drivers wait near the big Buddha statue. Short hops cost 10,000–20,000 kip.
Phoukhankham Hotel → Pakse Airport (PKZ) or bus station
💡 Hotel staff can organise a shared minivan for about 120,000 kip per person if you don't mind waiting for other passengers. Leaves early morning.
Phoukhankham Hotel → Sekong Bus Station (Talad Sekong)
💡 Songthaews run along Route 9 but don't stop right outside the hotel. Walk 200 m north to the main road and wave one down. Best for budget travel to Pakse or Attapeu.
Sekong Airport (NEU) → Phoukhankham Hotel
💡 Agree on price before you get in; drivers often add a surcharge after dark. Ask at the hotel desk for a reliable contact.
About Sekong
Wikipedia ↗
Sekong (also sometimes Xekong, Lao: ເຊກອງ, pronounced [séː kɔ̀ːŋ]) is a province of Laos in the southeast of the country. It is the second smallest province in Laos, covering an area of 7,665 square kilometres (2,959 sq mi). It is bordered by Vietnam to the east, Attapeu province to the south, Salav...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Bangsamone Guesthouse?
Request a room on the higher floors (3rd and above) as the hotel is located in a quiet area of Sekong. The concrete floors are likely to be cooler, and you'll have a better view of the surrounding countryside.
Which rooms should I avoid at Bangsamone Guesthouse?
Avoid rooms near the service entrance, as the staff and guests may generate noise throughout the day.
Is Bangsamone Guesthouse noisy?
Sekong is a rural area, so you can expect some natural noise from birds and insects. However, the guesthouse is located in a quiet area, and the noise levels should be minimal.
Which rooms have the best views at Bangsamone Guesthouse?
Rooms on the higher floors will have a view of the surrounding countryside, but not of the town of Sekong.
What are insider tips for staying at Bangsamone Guesthouse?
Try to request a room with a window on the north or east side to get some natural light and a view. If you're arriving early, consider grabbing a coffee at the nearby café, which is just a short walk from the guesthouse.
What time is check-in at Bangsamone Guesthouse?
Check-in at Bangsamone Guesthouse is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Bangsamone Guesthouse have Wi-Fi?
Free fibre-optic internet access throughout the property, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Bangsamone Guesthouse?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Bangsamone Guesthouse?
Street food stalls and markets offer noodle dishes and curries for around 10,000-20,000 Kip (approx. $1-$2 USD)
What is the cheapest way to get around from Bangsamone Guesthouse?
Motorbike taxis cost around 5,000-10,000 Kip (approx. $0.50-$1 USD) for a short trip, and a day pass for public buses costs around 10,000-20,000 Kip (approx. $1-$2 USD)
Top Attractions in Sekong
💡 Arrive before 7am for the best selection of wild mushrooms and river fish—locals trade directly from their boats. Try the tamarind-glazed pork skewers.
💡 Ask the caretaker to unlock the back room—it has a rare collection of traditional Alak and Katu textiles not on public display.
💡 The best spot is just past the old ferry landing—there’s a bamboo bench under a sacred fig tree. Bring a beer from the nearby shop and watch the bats emerge at dusk.
💡 Combine with a walk up the path to the nearby small temple—they sometimes have a monk who speaks English and will share stories of the relic inside the stupa.
💡 Best visited in the late afternoon—the sun lights up the spray and you’ll have the place almost to yourself. Bring mosquito repellent.