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About Attapeu accommodation
Attapeu sits in the far southeast of Laos, where the Sekong and Se Kaman rivers meet in a wide, green valley. Locals call it the "garden city" for its lush greenery, and it's one of the quietest, most off-the-beaten-path corners of the country. Don't expect big resorts or a busy tourist strip here.
What you will find is a small, relaxed river town with a handful of solid guesthouses and one genuinely comfortable hotel. It suits travellers heading toward the southern edge of the Bolaven Plateau, or anyone staying a few nights to chase the waterfalls in the surrounding hills.
Where to stay in Attapeu
- Attapeu town: Almost every place to stay is here, spread along the main road and the riverside. It's a short walk to the market, restaurants and the bridge over the Sekong, so you don't need transport once you've settled in.
How much is Attapeu accommodation?
- Budget: AU$15-25, a simple guesthouse room with a fan or air con, a clean bathroom and hot water. This is the standard option in town.
- Mid-range: AU$45-65, a spacious room at the town's best hotel, with modern furnishings, reliable hot water and an on-site restaurant.
What Attapeu is known for
- The Sekong River: The town sits right on the river, and life here still moves at its pace, fishermen casting nets, farmers working nearby rice fields and kids swimming in the shallows.
- Waterfalls in the hills: Attapeu is a good base for reaching waterfalls tucked into the forested hills nearby, including Tad Saephe and Tad Xe Pong, among the biggest in Laos.
- The edge of the Bolaven Plateau: The province sits near the southern reaches of the plateau, so the countryside around town is green, hilly and quiet. Good for a slow couple of days away from anywhere touristy.
Top-rated hotels in Attapeu
- Hoang Anh Attapeu Hotel: The best hotel in town by a distance, with large modern rooms, immaculate grounds and even a lit tennis court. Its restaurant serves Lao and Vietnamese food.
- Dokchampa Guesthouse: A tidy, good-value guesthouse with more character than most budget options in town.
- Duc Loc 1 Hotel: A simple hotel near the bridge at the eastern end of town, with wood-panelled rooms, hot water and a Vietnamese restaurant downstairs.
Travel tips for Attapeu
- Book by phone or on arrival where you can. This is a small town and few guesthouses list every room online, so calling ahead or turning up in person often gets you a better rate.
- Bring cash. Kip is the easiest currency for day-to-day spending, and card payment is rare outside the biggest hotel.
- Pack for rain if you're visiting between July and October, when the nearby waterfalls are at their most dramatic but the roads can be slower going.
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