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Symoungkoun Guesthouse

Ban Khily, Luang Prabang, Laos
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Symoungkoun Guesthouse
Ranked #71 of 189 Luang Prabang B&B and Inns
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Chiang Mai, Thailand
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2013

Only one upside - very good location - on the street Sakkarine in the old city, directly opposite Wat Sop and Wat Sene. But they've written about wife in the room - it's false.... And wet floor in the bathroom, tight door, unfriendly staff.... When i start to ask about internet, he answered, than I can choose another hotel...- it's... More

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Cairns, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2013

Stayed here on my 4th visit to Luang Prabang - my first time staying on the main street. It is a few minutes walk from the centre of town, so very quiet area & directly opposite a monastery. Had upstairs room overlooking the monastery. Good sized, and very comfortable room with good sized & decent bathroom. Staff were always smiling... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 December 2012 via mobile

I stayed for 6 nights in one of the downstairs rooms. The room itself was pretty good, but not much storage space. The pillows were nice and fluffy and the mattress was ok. The bathroom was reasonably clean and spacious for the price although the shower head needs replacing. The reception staff were pleasant. The major problem was the very... More

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Kuala Lumpur
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8 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 December 2012

Symoungkoun Guesthouse is located opposite Wat Symoungkoun. The guesthouse is actually located on Wat Street. So, do not miss the opportunity to join Morning Alms Giving in the morning. The guesthouse also nerby Nam Khan river and Mekong river. Sunrise and sunset can access easily in 10 minutes via walking. The owner and staff will definitely show you the Laos... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2012

We stayed in a room at the back on the ground floor. It was incredibly dark and damp. There is damp covering the walls and it smells very musty. Being next to reception also means noise throughout the evening and certainly in the early morning so don't expect any lie ins. The bathroom was also extremely mouldy and smelly and... More

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Manila
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 July 2012

We stayed for 2 nights at this guesthouse. The staff are very friendly. They really do try their best to communicate with us though their English can be limited. Everyone is just so nice, from the manager down to the cleaner. The location of this GH is not at the "center." Meaning, you have to walk a couple of yards... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2012 via mobile

I stayed 11 nights at this guest house...i just fell in love with luang prabang. The location of the guesthouse is amazing...on the main street but in the quiet side of it. In front there are lovely temples where you can see in the morning their alms procession. Staff is really friendly and smily. Around there are 2 yummy bakeries... More

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Los Angeles, California
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2012

We stayed here one night as a substitute for Phasith GH when they couldn't accommodate us on the first night. Symoungkoun is at the end of the main street, near to some of the more upscale places and across from a temple. The rooms were clean with TV and AC. They offer toilet paper, soap and towels. I would stay... More

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Zaandam, The Netherlands
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 via mobile

The owner gave us a nice discount since the guesthouse wasn't fully booked. He has been a novice in one of the temples for three years and a knowledgeable friendly local. The young people working here are eager to work in tourism in a more friendly way than many other Laotians. Walking distance from important places, bikes for rent and... More

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Taipei, Taiwan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

Good location,near by the main streent in Luang Prabang.and It’s only about 5 mins walk from Wat Xieng Thong. We spend 5 nights in Symoungkoun.Every mornig you can weak up in the temple alms, and just walk out to the GH you can watch the monks collecting the alms. The room, alought very simple, but is clean and bright. Breakfast... More

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Address: Ban Khily, Luang Prabang, Laos
Region: Laos > Luang Prabang Province > Luang Prabang
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Ranked #71 of 189 B&Bs / Inns in Luang Prabang
Price range (per night): S$15 - 23
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Symoungkoun Guesthouse is located along the mainstreet of Sisavangvong. It has 6 newly renovated rooms near to amenities such as banks/ATMs, restaurants/pubs, spa/massage, internet cafe, tourist office & tour agencies. Other famous attractions such Royal Palace Museum, Phousi Hill, Night market and a dozen of temples are all within walking distance. Every morning there are not less that 500 novices/monks walk past this guesthouse for the traditional alms giving, unique in Luangprabang. ... more   less 
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