Don Kone , Ban Khon, 01000 Don Khone, Laos
#4 of 8 hotels in Don Khone
Guests' ChoiceBased on 64 hotel reviews
7.8Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Location
8.9
Facilities
7.5
Staff
7.9
Value for money
8.0
Free Wifi
8.8
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Reviewed: August 17, 2025
David
ThailandToo quiet as my stay was ultra low August season, not much open for food options
Quiet
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 26, 2025
Francis
United StatesA few minor things that could be fixed at little cost could make a big difference. - The hammock is nearly unusable because it is coming apart. And it's facing the wrong way anyway. - The door in bathroom unit 33 does not close completely, allowing a significant amount of air conditioning to flow into the bathroom. This bathroom has air holes that cannot be sealed, resulting in the air conditioning being wasted. If the door were fixed, they could offset the difference in lower air conditioning costs. - Lastly, the restaurant is located in front of the units that overlook the water, so you don't have as much privacy as you would if the restaurant were not blocking your view. Since I visited during the rainy season, the restaurant was usually empty, so it didn't affect me.
The view of the river, which is just 5 meters away from you! Calm. Quiet. Romantic. 300 meters from the dock. I accidentally left my money belt, and they retrieved it and brought it to me! Amazing honesty and service!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: April 19, 2025
Diego
ItalyNothing in particular
Room ok, hot shower, fan, bed quite comfortable, location quite distant from Don Det but I knew about it. Host friendly and willing to help. No mosquitoes which is very very important
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 13, 2025
Alexandro
BelgiumThe location was great, beautiful view over the river and a cosy terrace to sit. The bathroom is a little bit smelly, but its on a Island so I can’t complain too much :)
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 9, 2025
M
CambodiaNothing
Very calmly
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 2, 2025
Cyril
CanadaCold shower=(((
Comfy bed and very decent for the price
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 11, 2025
Paquereau
FranceWe expected our bungalow to be on the riverside but the guesthouse is located both on the riverside and across the street. Not a big deal, and if I had read the description of the room more, I would have known!
We stayed in a lovely bungalow with private bathroom (with hot hot water!). We were able to check-in in the early morning because our room was already ready, which was awesome. Two water bottles are gifted when you arrive. There's a kettle in the room (and two cups) and a mosquito net for the bed (you'll need it!!). The staff is great and lovely; they also have a restaurant 2 minutes away by foot where they serve very good food and breakfast for decent prices. You can also book bicycles from them, and transportation (we booked our journey to Cambodia from them).
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 27, 2025
Ellen
SingaporeA very nice hotel with helpful staff.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 16, 2024
Carrie
CanadaThe bungalows are a bit old but clean and spacious. Staff are sometimes not at the office but they run a restaurant not far from the guesthouse and can be found there.
Cute bungalows on the river. Perfect for relaxing and watching the boats go by. Coffee and hot water on the communal patio at all times.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: November 14, 2024
Alain
United KingdomGreat set of bungalows on the riverside with views across to Don Det and a decent sunset.. They also have garden bungalows that are nice too. Great location. Chill and sleepy.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: May 3, 2024
Robert
United StatesA/C struggled to cool the room.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 24, 2024
Aurelia
FranceThe AC was not very strong. I could not stay as I planned so the owner didn't make me pay for the nights I wished to cancel but I think I payed twice the taxes for the nights I stayed. The bathroom was dirty (toilet and sink).
I liked the room and the location. It's near the boats and the island is really beautiful and peaceful. The WiFi was working well and there was a kettle.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 30, 2024
Markus
SwitzerlandThe location is absolutely top with the view of Mekong directly from the terrace having comfortable wooden chairs , table and a hammock! Very kind, welcoming, hearty and helpful owners and all the staff! We really appreciated their care and kindness! Lovely breakfast! Good restaurant with delicious local food! THANK YOU VERY MUCH!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Richard
CanadaIt’s just that due to its name I thought it was by the Riverside. How dumb of me ;) No ambiance.
Very clean and comfortable room.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: February 12, 2024
Elizabeth
AustriaFriendly family, good restaurant where we could pay everything with card. Bike rental was good. Room felt very comfy!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 19, 2024
Mark
New ZealandI think it's an island wide issue but there's quite a bit of noise from passing motorbikes and tractors as well as by roaming dogs
The owner Noi is very friendly and helpful. She helped me with a minivan ticket to Cambodia and also I changing kip back to usd. Rooms are basic but comfortable and clean. Good location
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: January 2, 2024
Eline
NetherlandsUnlike the pictures there was no mosquito net. Also there was only a thin fleece blanket and not real bedding.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 12, 2023
David
NetherlandsThe room was not properly equipped: the airco leaked, the shower was primitive, a light was broken, and there were no hooks or cupboards to store luggage. Sadly, there were also too many noisy dogs at night.
The gardenside room was quite big and also had a balcony.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 2, 2023
Luis
SwitzerlandWe rented a bike on the first day, it clearly needs some maintenance. The motorbike on the second day was ok.
It was very chill, in from of the river. Obviously, one should not expect the same comfort as in a resort. But it corresponded to the pictures posted. One can easily reach Don Det, that seemed to have more "nightlife". They also organized the travel to Siem Reap, which saved a bit of organization.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: May 20, 2023
Jcambo
United StatesThe number given on Booking.com is not for the guesthouse! I tried to contact them before arrival and received a response from someone who is not even on the island. This is a problem because no information was provided before or during check in. I arrived at night. I stayed in the bungalows. The guest house is 50 meters down the road on the right. The restaurant and office are 100 meters down on the left. This should be explained to guests before they arrive! I had to walk from Don Det (long story) and then had to figure out how to get in the room. It's a short and pleasant walk to the restaurant but I shouldn't have to do that just to get the wifi password. It would be nice to have a piece of furniture or shelves for my clothes. I had to live out of my bag.
I stayed in a bungalow, right on the river. I enjoyed the view, the sound of the river, and watching kids playing in the water. A/C was a must, since Laos was going through a historic heatwave. The bed was comfy. Bike rental for 1 USD per day is nice. Noy was a great hostess, very friendly and an excellent cook!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: April 17, 2023
David
United Kingdomnothing
Riverside wonderful location and very large room but moved over to Nongsak g/house since stayed 20 days and it was a lot cheaper. Kettle and coffee in rooms nice plus.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: March 3, 2023
Elisabeth
CanadaThe shower was actually too hot! I would have appreciated getting bottled water every day. The cleaning lady brought some water one day but even though I was told it would be brought to the room the other days, it wasn’t.
Balcony facing the water, the bed was confortable, the other vacationers were nice.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: March 1, 2023
Marina
SwitzerlandWe stayed in the garden room for one night without aircon as it was the only room available and we needed a cheap place to stay. Everything was okay but i would def. recommend to book with aircon during this time of the year.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: March 1, 2023
Renee
NetherlandsAirco didn't work, I missed that. Breakfast nothing special.
Good bed, loved the river view
Stayed in January 2023
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