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Spicylaos BackpackersvsAngsana Maison Souvannaphoum Hotel
Both properties are highly recommended by experts. Overall, Maison Souvannaphoum Hotel ranks significantly better than Spicylaos Backpackers. Maison Souvannaphoum Hotel scores 84 with endorsements from 7 sources like Condé Nast Traveler, Concierge and Fodor's.
Spicylaos Backpackers
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
46 Hnuay 04, Samsanthai Rd, Ban Thong Cha Leaun, Luang Prabang 06000 , Laos
From $5/night
- Free Internet
"In an atmospheric colonial building dating back to 1936 and just a short walk from the old city, this is a relaxed, popular hostel with ample space for guests to relax and mingle."
"Not the most attractive hostel you'll ever see, this place situated on a quiet street has newish dorms with safety lockers and air-con as well as a few private rooms without." Full review
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One of the cheapest crashpads in town, travellers aren't really here for the beds, but to avoid going to bed, as it rumbles on into the early hours.
Angsana Maison Souvannaphoum Hotel
Concierge
Lonely Planet
Condé Nast Traveler
DK Eyewitness
Oyster
Fodor's
Star Service
Rue Chao Fa Ngum, Banthatluang, Luang Prabang, Laos
From $59/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
"This property has it all: Location, history, and style. A five-minute stroll south of the old town, the former compound of Prince Souvannaphouma now holds a sumptuous 24-room boutique hotel."
"The aromatherapy-scented rooms are opulent but subtle, with elegant stone-floored showers, huge beds and couches." Full review
99.6
"Tradition meets the twenty-first century in Luang Prabang at Maison Souvannaphoum, once the palace of Prince Souvannaphouma." Full review
"The former residence of Prince Souvannaphoum, this Colonial-style mansion offers spacious rooms that are very elegantly decorated."
Luxury
"Rooms are spacious, bright, and furnished with modern amenities including flat-screen TVs. Several have large clawfoot tubs, and there are terraces looking out at the lovely garden." Full review
"The once-run-down residence of Prince Souvannaphoum, prime minister in the 1960s, has been transformed into one of the top hotels in Luang Prabang." Full review
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Ask for a room at the back, away from the busy street, for more peace and quiet, or opt for the prince's bedroom suite, which is spacious, elegant, and romantic.
"This former royal residence, part of the Angsana Resorts & Spa group, combines an authentic colonial past with contemporary attention to service and detail." Full review