Where to stay in Vang Vieng when you are going alone
23 places read, grouped by the choice you are actually making. Every one has been read rather than listed.
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Women only
Properties or dorms that take women exclusively.
- Mad Monkey Vang ViengWomen only
Solo women mention the common areas as good for meeting other travellers, with secure lockers in the female dorms. This is a party hostel with a bar and nightly events, so light sleepers should book elsewhere.
Hostel · 4.7 from 409 - Nana Backpackers HostelWomen only
Solo women mention the female dorms and easy socializing as the main draw here. The bar and late-night atmosphere mean noise is a given, not a side effect.
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Hostels
Where most first solo trips start, and where meeting people costs no effort.
- Vangvieng Rock Backpacker Rooftop Hostel
Air-conditioned rooms, open social lobby, 24 hour reception, check-in from 2pm.
Hostel · 4.2 from 598 - Vang Vieng Chill House Hostel
Free beer is offered daily between 20:00 and 21:00, and breakfast is included.
Hostel · 4.5 from 394 - Vang Vieng Freedom View HostelHostel · 3.8 from 206
- Easy Go Backpackers Hostel
Solo women mention the friendly family-run staff and a noticeably quiet, cozy atmosphere. The common areas make it easy to meet other solo travellers passing through Vang Vieng.
Hostel · 4.3 from 139 - Riverside Garden Hostel
The pool area comes with a direct mountain view.
Hostel · 4.0 from 132 - Jungle Backpackers View
The pool is large and clean but the tiled surround is slippery when wet.
Hostel · 4.3 from 115 - West Water hostelHostel · 4.5 from 94
- Vang Vieng Lily Backpackers Hostel
The women-only room is what keeps drawing solo travellers back, quiet enough that reviewers call it the best sleep of their entire trip. Staff come up consistently as genuinely helpful, though the reviews don't get specific about late hours or night cover.
Hostel · 4.1 from 91 - Champa Inn HostelHostel · 3.8 from 51
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Hotels and guesthouses
A door of your own.
- Riverside Boutique Resort
Waterfront rooms and suites in the town centre, with restaurant, pool and spa; check in 2pm.
Hotel · 4.5 from 758 - Inthira Vang ViengHotel · 4.2 from 604
- ViengTara VangVieng Resort
Villas with river views, restaurant and free tuk-tuk service; check-in from 2pm.
Hotel · 4.2 from 586 - Tmark Resort Vangvieng
The resort offers a free shuttle service to the main town.
Hotel · 4.6 from 398 · about $95 a night - Vilayvong HotelHotel · 3.6 from 187
- S Vangvieng Boutique Hotel
Solo women mention clean, spacious rooms and staff who provide shuttle runs to the centre. The mountain-view room gets a specific mention as a quiet place to recharge. A common note is that the hotel feels modern but lacks local character.
Hotel · 4.6 from 115 - Vang Vieng Charming Boutique Hotel
Breakfast of eggs, fruit, coffee and juice served on the balcony; check-in from 2pm.
Hotel · 4.2 from 82 - Vang Vieng Eco LodgeHotel · 4.1 from 70 · about $50 a night
- Vang Vieng Crystal Boutique HotelHotel · 4.3 from 65
- Nature Resort Vangvieng
The pool has a spectacular view of the surrounding landscape.
Hotel · 4.9 from 37 - VangVieng Family Boutique Hotel
The pool offers a view of the mountains.
Hotel · 4.4 from 8
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Homestays
Staying in someone’s home, usually with the family there.