Villa Maly Boutique HotelvsSpicylaos Backpackers
Both Villa Maly and Spicylaos Backpackers are praised by travel writers. On balance, Villa Maly scores slightly better than Spicylaos Backpackers. Villa Maly is ranked #22 in Luang Prabang with endorsements from 2 reviews like Rough Guide, Star Service.
Villa Maly Boutique Hotel
 Star Service
 Rough Guide
 Condé Nast Traveler
BP 78, PO Box 158, Luang Prabang, Laos
From $110/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 
 "This boutique-hotel was once the home of Lao royalty, Princess Khampieng and Prince Khamtan." Full review
 "Just five minutes’ walk
from the old city, this luxurious property has a real
colonial feel. The spacious rooms, decorated in
dusky shades of pink and purple, make a nice
change from..." 
 "Alright, back up: Can you give us the wide-angle view of this place?
Just three blocks from the mighty Mekong River, surrounded by gilded Buddhist temples, and in the upscale heart of the city center, Villa Maly has a coveted address in Luang Prabang" Full review
Spicylaos Backpackers
 Rough Guide
 Lonely Planet
46 Hnuay 04, Samsanthai Rd, Ban Thong Cha Leaun, Luang Prabang 06000 , Laos
From $5/night
- Free Internet
 
 "In an atmospheric colonial building dating back to 1936 and just a short walk from the old city, this is a relaxed, popular hostel with ample space for guests to relax and mingle." 
 "Not the most attractive hostel you'll ever see, this place situated on a quiet street has newish dorms with safety lockers and air-con as well as a few private rooms without." Full review
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One of the cheapest crashpads in town, travellers aren't really here for the beds, but to avoid going to bed, as it rumbles on into the early hours.