Essential Facilities: Funny Riverside Backpackers in Luang Prabang offers a sun terrace, bar, year-round outdoor swimming pool, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or enjoy the mountain and river views from the terrace and patio.
Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms with showers, and mountain or river views. Additional amenities include a lounge, coffee shop, and bicycle parking. The property provides daily housekeeping and full-day security.
Prime Location: Located 4 km from Luang Prabang International Airport, the hostel is a short walk from the Night Market and Wat Xieng Thong. Nearby attractions include Mount Phousy and the National Museum. Guests appreciate the scenic views and excellent service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
“Very comfortable female dorm, it felt like staying with friends even though we didn't know each other. The pool is enjoyable, as well as the seating area by the river. Great location (night market is within walking distance)”
Carlitew
Philippines
“well-maintained, free breakfast, unlimited coffee, pool, view, big lounge area, comfortable seats, smoking”
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Charanjit
India
“Best location riverside. Walking distance from night market”
Desiree
South Africa
“This was up there in one of my favourite hostels. Great stay after arriving on the slow boat from Thailand to luang prabang. Fantastic common area overlooking the beautiful Mekong River, and in great location, walking distance to the night market....”
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Jasmine
United Kingdom
“Great social but not party hostel in the centre of Luang Prabang. The common area is huge with plenty of seating to socialise, play cards or simply enjoy the view of the river.
Beds were comfortable with a shelf, reading light and plug socket.”
Bauer
Austria
“Nice location and great for networking and meeting other travellers. The breakfast was also great.”
Chris
United Kingdom
“Lovely staff. Nice pool. Air con. Nice free breakfast. Free water. Nice clean rooms.”
Gabbie
United Kingdom
“The rooms were so lovely and clean and spacious. I especially liked that the loo and showers were in separate rooms and the sink was situated within the room meaning they were always pretty accessible. The location of the hostel was amazing with a...”
Helena
New Zealand
“Great, well looked after hostel in a good location with a great outlook over the river. It is tucked away making it a quiet spot where you can mingle with other travellers comfortably. Great breakfast included, clean facilities and a very...”
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Callum
United Kingdom
“Excellent hostel. Socially it's fantastic because there's a big common area to hang out in and the facilities are really good - there's a swimming pool, pool table, and a big terrace with a riverside view. The dorm rooms are pretty good with comfy...”
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 00:00 to 11:00
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Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
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