Your stay — AV Hotel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to AV Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
For a quieter stay, request rooms on higher floors (4-6) due to the hotel's address in Vientiane, which may experience some street noise. Avoid rooms near the lift, especially on lower floors, as the stairs are shared with the service entrance and may get some foot traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift on lower floors (1-3) as they may be more prone to noise from the service entrance and shared stairs.
Best views
Unfortunately, due to the hotel's address in Vientiane, there are no notable views to request.
Quietest floors
Floors 4-6 are likely to be quieter.
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise, especially on lower floors, and noise from the shared stairs and service entrance.
Insider tips
Check-in is efficient, but try to arrive during off-peak hours to avoid any delays. Request a room with a concrete floor (not carpeted) for a cleaner and more hygienic stay.
- 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 — AV Hotel
Free in-room and public areas, 20 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Serves all floors, no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on in-room TVs
Check-in from 14:00, late check-out until 16:00 with 50,000 LAK fee; early bag-drop available
Available 24/7 with a 10,000 LAK charge per bag per day
Step-free access, wheelchair entries to all areas, elevator accessible rooms available
On-site parking available for 20,000 LAK per night; nearest public car park at Sivilay Village Car Park (5-minute walk) for 15,000 LAK per day; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10,000 LAK per person per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: 50,000 LAK advance deposit, incidental card hold of 100,000 LAK at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- 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)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mellka Shopping Mall — 563 m · ~7 min walk
MAG UXO Visitors Centre — 464 m · ~6 min walk
Lao National Theatre — 38 m · ~1 min walk
Funderland — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 111 m · ~1 min walk
Sisouk Chinese Pharmacy — 140 m · ~2 min walk
K-Mart — 137 m · ~2 min walk
ສະຖານີລົດເມຕະຫຼາດເຊົ້າ — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Lao Kip, LAK
You can exchange money at the airport or at a bank, but be aware that rates may not be favorable. It's better to exchange at a local bank or use an ATM for a fair rate.
Credit cards like Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in tourist areas, while mobile payments via WeChat or Alipay are also accepted at some shops and restaurants. Contactless payments are not common.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving small change is appreciated for good service. For taxi drivers, a 1,000-2,000 Kip tip is sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →You can find a cup of coffee for around 10,000-15,000 Kip at a local market or street stall.
A bowl of noodle soup or a simple meal at a street food stall costs around 15,000-25,000 Kip.
A meal at a local restaurant can cost between 30,000-50,000 Kip for a main dish.
The night market near the river is a good place to try local street food, and the area around the bus station also has many affordable food stalls.
Local markets like Talat Sao and Talat Fa Ngum are good places to buy groceries, with stalls selling fresh produce and household items.
The night market and local markets have a variety of affordable clothing options, including traditional Lao clothing.
The cheapest way to get around is by using a tuk-tuk, which costs around 5,000-10,000 Kip for a short ride. You can also buy a day pass for the city's bus system for 10,000 Kip.
Bargain when shopping at markets for everything from souvenirs to clothing.Eat at local restaurants or street stalls for a fraction of the cost of eating at tourist-oriented restaurants.Use ride-hailing apps like Grab instead of taxis for a lower fare.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Vientiane, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at AV Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 111 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Sisouk Chinese Pharmacy — 140 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Anywhere in Vientiane → Funky Monkey Hostel
💡 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.
Wattay International Airport → Central Bus Station (near Funky Monkey Hostel)
💡 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.
Anywhere in Vientiane → Funky Monkey Hostel
💡 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.
Wattay International Airport → Funky Monkey Hostel
💡 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at AV Hotel?
For a quieter stay, request rooms on higher floors (4-6) due to the hotel's address in Vientiane, which may experience some street noise. Avoid rooms near the lift, especially on lower floors, as the stairs are shared with the service entrance and may get some foot traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at AV Hotel?
Avoid rooms near the lift on lower floors (1-3) as they may be more prone to noise from the service entrance and shared stairs.
Is AV Hotel noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise, especially on lower floors, and noise from the shared stairs and service entrance.
Which rooms have the best views at AV Hotel?
Unfortunately, due to the hotel's address in Vientiane, there are no notable views to request.
What are insider tips for staying at AV Hotel?
Check-in is efficient, but try to arrive during off-peak hours to avoid any delays. Request a room with a concrete floor (not carpeted) for a cleaner and more hygienic stay.
What time is check-in at AV Hotel?
Check-in at AV Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does AV Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free in-room and public areas, 20 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at AV Hotel?
10,000 LAK per person per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near AV Hotel?
A bowl of noodle soup or a simple meal at a street food stall costs around 15,000-25,000 Kip.
What is the cheapest way to get around from AV Hotel?
The cheapest way to get around is by using a tuk-tuk, which costs around 5,000-10,000 Kip for a short ride. You can also buy a day pass for the city's bus system for 10,000 Kip.
Top Attractions in Vientiane
💡 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.
💡 The short film is worth 20 minutes. Allow 1 hour. The gift shop sells handmade items from survivors. Closed on Sundays.
💡 Combine this with the nearby Haw Phra Kaew (free grounds). Come early to avoid heat and tour groups. Bring small notes for entry.
💡 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.
💡 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.