The big 'no-no' here is distance. According to the [Hobo] map of Vientiane, Villa Sisavad is in the distant North. On our 11th visit to this little city, however, we've learned to avoid the ever-inflating prices of tuk-tuks and walk: half an hour to the new Thai consulate; 20 minutes to riverside. The area isn't 'rough'; rather, working class [with... more

Villa Sisavad is a small family run place. Not all members speak English but someone is always around to assist. Remember Lao is fairly new to tourism and this is why we venture to these places. The family is very friendly and it is a safe place to stay. The rooms are clean, basic and very large with TV, ‘frig.... more

Right, it's maybe the only one with a (tiny) swimming pool and that is very nice. The rooms are very simple and windowless. Pickup at the airport worked great. Had to organize bus ticket, transfer to the bus station etc. all by myself. Almost not possible to speak English to the staff. Badly located, quite far away of all attractions... more

Située dans le quartier Sisavat, cette guest house est la seule à ma connaissance qui propose une vraie piscine à... more