Thongbay Guesthouse

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Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.8

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About this property

Offering a restaurant, Thongbay Guesthouse is located in Luang Prabang. It offers comfortable bungalows with a private balcony. Free WiFi access is available in all areas. Each unit here is air-conditioned and equipped with a fridge, a seating area and an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with free toiletries. Extras include a desk and a fan. At Thongbay Guesthouse you will find a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other facilities offered at the property include a tour desk. The property offers free parking. The guest house is 1.1 km from Mount Phousy, 1.3 km from Night Market and 1.4 km from National Museum. Luang Prabang International Airport is 2 km away. You can enjoy Lao and Western dishes served at Thongbay Restaurant throughout the day.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • FREE parking!

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Guests who stayed here loved

Gavin
Australia Australia
“We absolutely loved everything about our stay at Thongbay. The staff were friendly and very great with local recommendations. They would happily arrange transport into town whenever we needed it, and the view of the Nam Khan river was...”
Jim
Australia Australia
“Just lovely. Staff were great of course (it's Laos). I booked a river view room and really appreciated the extra solitude. Location is great - quiet and they have spac for a good garden - and the shuttle works really well if you want to try the...”
Melissa
Australia Australia
“It was located in a quiet area, it had a pool, the breakfast was amazing, the staff were helpful and very friendly.”
Milan
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“Resort with bungalows hidden in a beautiful garden overlooking the river. The location is not right in the city center, but the management provides shuttle service by minibus. It is possible to rent a motorbike or arrange a trip or massage...”
Kirsten
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The bungalows are in a beautifully maintained garden, with little pergolas you can sit in to eat and a terrace. You have a great view of the Nam Can from the riverside ones, which make your morning breakfasts really magic. The staff are all...”
Caroline
Switzerland Switzerland
“The rooms are spacious with a lovely adjoining bathroom, and of course a balcony. All very nicely laid out. There was a good choice of breakfasts and all the food was good. There is a regular shuttle bus into and out of town. The bus driver is...”
Simone
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I have just spent four nights at this oasis and I cannot recommend Thongbay Guesthouse highly enough. The grounds are absolutely stunning and the river views just sublime. Having your breakfast served on the balcony and watching the world pass by...”
Caroline
Switzerland Switzerland
“The rooms are spacious with a lovely adjoining bathroom, and of course a balcony. All very nicely laid out. There was a good choice of breakfasts and all the food was good. There is a regular shuttle bus into and out of town. The bus driver is...”
Lindsay
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Loved the nature feel and the privacy of the bungalows. Glad we upgraded for a Riverview . Staff were incredible! So helpful and accommodating. The transfers or use of bikes to the centre are very handy as it is a good half hour walk. The free...”
Marcus
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Absolutely loved Thongbay. Such a lovely family and so hospitable.”

Hosted by Lay Inthavong

9.8
Host review score
Lay Inthavong
Located just 10 minutes from town center and from the Airport, the Thongbay Guesthouse is a perfect place to retreat after a long day of sightseeing. The Thongbay area is located facing the Nam Khan River and the 16 Bungalows are surrounded by a beautiful, tropical garden with flowers, palms, ponds and local plants. It offers comfortable Bungalows with a private balcony. All bungalows are equipped with air conditioning. Free WiFi access is available in all the rooms. The kitchen serves Lao and Western food and there is a little restaurant, where our guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner. Laundry service is available and the Guesthouse offers free transfer to the city and free Bicycle Rental.
My name is Lay Inthavong and I am married to a Swiss. My husband called Philipp and together we have a son. His name is Pascal. I met Philipp in 2000 in Luang Prabang and in 2001 we started with the construction of the Thongbay Guesthouse. In spring 2002 we opened the Guesthouse. At that time it had very few tourists in Luang Prabang and our Guesthouse had 8 bungalows only. The bungalows were built very simply. We now have 16 bungalows and the standard of the bungalows we have constantly increased. Since Pascal goes to school in Switzerland, we have been living for a few years mainly in Switzerland. My brother To and his wife Kai live with their family in the Guesthouse. They are responsible for the Guesthouse and they do everything so that our guests can enjoy a great stay.
Our Guesthouse is located at the beautiful Nam Khan River, a little bit outside of the center of Luang Prabang. Our guests appreciate the quiet and rural area. There are only ten minutes to go to the city and we offer regular free transfers. The airport as well is only ten minutes away from the Thongbay Guesthouse.
Languages spoken: English,Lao,Thai

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Asian • European
  • Ambiance
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

House rules

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From 13:00
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Until 12:00
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Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$20 per person, per night

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