Don Chan Palace Hotel & ConventionvsSouphaphone Guesthouse
Both properties are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Don Chan Palace is the choice of most writers compared to Souphaphone Guesthouse. Don Chan Palace is ranked #8 in Vientiane with positive reviews from 4 sources like DK Eyewitness, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
Don Chan Palace Hotel & Convention
Unit 6 Piawat Village, Sisattanak District, Vientiane, Laos
From $130/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"The tallest building in Laos, Don Chan Palace has spectacular views of Vientiane and of Thailand across the Mekong River."
Frommer's
""It's on the river. You can't miss it." That's all you need to know to find the Don Chan Palace." Full review
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The real draw here is the unparalleled views, so ask for a room on the Mekong/sunset side, where you can enjoy the scenery from your own small balcony.
DK Eyewitness
"This 14-story edifice built on an island in the Mekong is the tallest building in the country with rooms that offer spectacular views of the city."
Lonely Planet
"On an island in the Mekong believed to be home to a powerful naga, this gargantuan monstrosity was built for the Asean conference in 2004." Full review
Souphaphone Guesthouse
145, Ban Wat Chan, Chanthabouly District, Vientiane, Laos
From $13/night
- Free Internet
- Air Conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Flatscreen TV
- Refrigerator
- Telephone
Frommer's
"Sparkling new with large, well-appointed rooms with plenty of space, high ceilings, and tasteful furnishings, this is an excellent midrange option." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"A very tidy and house-proud guesthouse with 22 rooms, some with windows but all with fresh linen, cool tiled floors and pristine walls." Full review