Chinatown Travel Guide
Vientiane
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Popular places to visit
Pha That Luang
Find out about the history of Vientiane with a stop at Pha That Luang. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Patuxay
Find out about the history of Vientiane with a stop at Patuxay. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Mekong Riverside Park
Explore the great outdoors at Mekong Riverside Park, a lovely green space in Ban Nongdouang. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Wat Si Muang
After visiting Wat Si Muang, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Vientiane. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
That Dam
You can find out about the history of Vientiane when you stop by That Dam. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Ban Anou Night Market
During your visit to Ban Nongdouang, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ban Anou Night Market. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out its cycling trails.
Top hotels in Chinatown
Salana Boutique Hotel
Great hotel. Very helpful and friendly staff. You can’t find a better location, right in the heart of the city with easy access to restaurants, bars and the night markets. Will stay here again when visiting this beautiful laid-back city.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
The Riva Vientiane Hotel
Staff were brilliant. I headed to the South of Laos and they looked after my Bag until I came back. Room was comfy with great shower and AC. Breakfast was good and the location was perfect.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Vientiane
Lao Orchid Hotel
We had a wonderful time staying at the Lao Orchid Hotel. We spent five nights there, and it felt like staying with family. The décor is very traditional Lao style, which added to the charm. There’s no pool, which was perfectly fine for us. Our room was sparkling clean, and the staff were incredibly ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Memory Hotel Vientiane
Crowne Plaza Vientiane by IHG
We had such a lovely stay. All staff, including management were extremely friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
