A handful of new hotels have opened and others have been upgraded. Information on Laos is scarce, however, with little or nothing available from traditional trade sources. All accept Visa or Mastercard, and a few even accept American Express. Though French has been the traditional second language, English fluency is seldom a problem. Commission rates are officially ten percent, though this is sometimes negotiable.
Rooms are trim and functional, but are packed with amenities.
One restaurant and bar are on site and some rooms offer balconies with partial river views. All rooms contain satellite TVs and minibars. Natural materials and lush gardens combine to make up an environment that is more common at a beach than in a city. It is a long way from town, however, and has little local charm. Okay for groups with a crammed itinerary, but poor for those who want to take advantage of a town meant for strolling.