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The Elephant Crossing Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Vang Vieng with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Premier Twin Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View | Mountain view
Junior Double Room, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Bathroom shower
Junior Double Room, 1 Bedroom | City view
Junior Double Room, 1 Bedroom | City view

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Ban Viengkeo, Vang Vieng, 06000
  • Tham Jang
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Tham Nam
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Blue Lagoon
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Double Room, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Double Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 301 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Triple Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premier Twin Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premier Twin Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View

  • 377 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Twin Room, Balcony

  • 237 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Balcony, River View

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premier Double Room

  • 388 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Twin Room, Mountain View, Mountainside

  • 344 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Twin Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

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Premier Triple Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premier Triple Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 3 Twin Trundle Beds

About the neighborhood

Vang Vieng

Within a short walk of Wat Si Souman, The Elephant Crossing Hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Tham Jang. This 3.5-star hotel has 31 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Wat Si Souman - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Tham Jang - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Tham Nam - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Pha Ngern Viewpoint - 9 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Blue Lagoon - 13 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wattay Intl. Airport (VTE) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ohlala Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gary's Irish Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Naked Espresso Vangvieng - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sakura Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Vela Cafe & Restaurant - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Elephant Crossing Hotel

Hotel in Vang Vieng with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop
The Elephant Crossing Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, barbecue grills, and a garden.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include balconies, private yards, and refrigerators.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Lao, Thai

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sala Phadaeng

Things to do

  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 10 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see near The Elephant Crossing Hotel?

This hotel is located in Vang Vieng within a short 15-minute walk of Wat Si Souman. You'll also find Tham Jang and Tham Nam within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Elephant Crossing Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at The Elephant Crossing Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does The Elephant Crossing Hotel feature a casino?

No, The Elephant Crossing Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Elephant Crossing Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Elephant Crossing Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a minibar and premium bedding in each guestroom with some featuring river views.

Are there hot tubs at The Elephant Crossing Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Elephant Crossing Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Elephant Crossing Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Sala Phadaeng.

Will The Elephant Crossing Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Elephant Crossing Hotel.

Does The Elephant Crossing Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Elephant Crossing Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at The Elephant Crossing Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring river or mountain views.

The Elephant Crossing Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 75 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rebuilding!!!

Unfortunately, I can't review this hotel. We arrived and they were rebuilding beside and in front of the hotel. There was no parking as advertised. None of this is advertised obviously. After complaining, I was sent to their sister hotel, The Silver Naga, which was very nice. It is a shame hotels do things like this and not advise people.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Craig

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recurring misinformation from hotels.com

Simply terrible. Nothing like suggested on the website. I left and stayed elsewhere!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location near all the important spots, nice and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Witoon

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful scenery. Kind of run down building. Very friendly staff. I want to be light hearted about this hotel because staff is very nice and has a good ambiance but this is just not for me due to construction, the quality of the rooms. I only went out on the balcony once due to what looked like a flurry of misquotes rushing in (yet they didn’t bite). I don’t really like to smells; not sure if it’s natural or chemical but bathroom and stairs area is really pungent. Keep in mind no elevator; after a late night drinking I had a hard time getting to my room. I’m not sure if the construction is building related but if it is they should have spent the money on renovations in my opinion. If you are a more tolerant to run down hotels then this place is good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Marcia

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Elephant Crossing

While the room had amazing views of the river, it was very small and had pretty much zero storage. The bathroom was dingy-looking and had a bit of an odour. The room only had one accessible plug (another one was by the light switch at the entrance but because of its height and location, wasn’t really usable) to plug in the kettle and personal electronics. The breakfast was decent and is served overlooking the river. We also had dinner here and it was inexpensive and good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Ants in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

I stayed for three nights in room C-2, which had a balcony with an awesome view of the Nam Song River and the mountains. The room was small but sufficient for me as a solo traveler. I found the room to be clean, comfortable and quiet. The rooms probably could use a renovation and be updated, as a number of reviews for this hotel have noted, however, I found the rooms (I saw other rooms being cleaned or unoccupied with the doors open for airing) to be “rustic”. I especially liked the hardwood floors. Nice, friendly staff. Good buffet breakfast with eggs cooked to order. Great wifi in my room and at the hotel restaurant, which is located next to the river. You can walk to anywhere in town from this hotel. I would definitely stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Tony, California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Elephant Crossing Hotel is in a great location on the banks of the Nam Song river. My room had a comfortable balcony that overlooked the river. The room was clean, WIFI connection strong and consistent. The daily breakfast buffet consisting of fruits, cereals, omelets and Asian cuisine was quite enjoyable and served in the dining area overlooking the river. The hotel staff was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

2/10 Terrible

Jacek

Disliked: Staff & service

Horrible

Not sure if it was a Hotels.com glitch or mine - anyhow we booked 2 different hotels for the same night. When we showed up to check in to Elephant Crossing - they said we had a no show yesterday. Nothing they can do now. My girlfriend was sick and we asked them to try to help us, as this was an obvious error in booking. Nope. Bye bye.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel with stunning view

I loved the “Elephant Crossing” when we stayed there 6/7 years ago. It had a stunning magical feeling. Although it’s different now, it still has a wonderful view of the amazing karsts and river. Unfortunately we had heavy rain so the karsts disappeared for part of our stay. Vang Vieng has changed the excessive backpacking era has gone however in its place there is adventure tourism and a lot more development which has destroyed the calm of the area near the river. The Elephant Crossing has most amenities as well as a stunning view. Breakfast was good, WiFi in our room was flacky but ok in reception area. They don’t have a pool but you can use the pool at their sister hotel “ The Silver Naga” for a small fee. We stayed at “The Silver Naga” for one night as the “Elephant Crossing” was full up, it is more expensive and except for the pool in my view not worth the extra.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

TourLism

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

4/10 Poor

Mingson

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible restaurant staff & mediocre stay

Check in was swift and receptionist was polite. There were strands of long blonde hair all over the bath towels, toilet and on beds. Toilet is extremely basic and stinks. The shower was good and hot water works fine, but you can smell the drainage in there. Beds are comfortable, but had ants crawling up. AC works great. Our river view room has a nice balcony overlooking the karst mountains and river, but part of the view is blocked by the restaurant. Restaurant is absolutely terrible. After checking in we went for a drink and no one was there (despite the nice view) but it was easy to understand why. The staff are just lazy. All of them just sat on the bar stools playing with their phones or youtubing or chatting with each other. The breakfast there was also disappointing. Food was cold. When we asked for omelettes (they had an egg station), the staff did not care to move. I had to walk all the way to the reception to tell the staff that we were being ignored. A manager returned later with the chef and it turned out that is how you start them working. Stayed for one night and decided to change hotel the following day. For that price, you can easily find something better. Avoid!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Jess, Australia

Liked: Staff & service

Good location

Good location, hotel staff are nice but one in particular wasn't helpful when I was having wifi problems. No swimming pool which was disappointing, but there is an option to pay and use one down the road. Food and drinks are cheap and really good. The room was clean, bathroom could be updated. Both nights we had to ask for bug spray because there is a gap where the balcony doors meet and bugs get in.

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Very beautiful and nice, well kept hotel. Bed and linen were the comfiest I've had during 3 weeks in se asia in various hotels. You can use the pool at the hotel next door(silver naga) for a small fee, they have yoga next door too. Best of both worlds as Silver naga is much more expensive to stay at. Only negative would be the wifi- it was patchy and slow

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing View of River

Absolutely stunning river view from the balcony! Restaurant has good food at reasonable prices. Breakfast was great. Cooked to order eggs, good variety of fruit, many dishes in the buffet. Staff was very helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely Amazing View

The view of the river from the balcony on the upper floor rooms is absolutely amazing. You can spend hours just watching... especially the lanterns launched from the riverbank. Breakfasts are great. We really enjoyed our stay.

8/10 Good

Ray, Shanghai

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Nice hotel close to the river

Good location; close to the vang vien city centre. Staff were helpful and put us on a different room on a different floor where construction work was less disruptive

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Excellent view but bad service

Great view, right by the river. Restaurant location is perfect but the quality not so good, in that there were dead flies in my vegetable dish. Good thing it was for lunch and I could see them. The breakfast was good and the staff kind. The bathroom had a smell and a fan that I could not turn off. I asked twice for the management to take care of it to no avail. Hence the low score. I think the same company manages the silver naga next door which is one star higher from its looks.

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Do the ballon ride in the morning.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Convenient location and the room is spacious. The staff was also patient in explaining the various activities in the town. I stayed at both Elephant Crossing and Silver Naga at Vang Vieng and felt that Elephant Crossing is a better option for accomodation

8/10 Good

Sharyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best view of the river!

This hotel had the best views. It is worth a little extra for that alone. Get river view. It is lovely with a balcony with table and chairs.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very old, terrible breakfast, no facility, good wifi speed

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great view but that's it.

let start with the good, the view from the balcony is to die for. The staff is very friendly but not trained in hospitality, they also explain this in the brochure of the hotel, so please let them know if you think there is something lacking. The cleanliness of the room was lacking, walls dirty, bathroom needed a really good scrubbing. Got annoyed at the cleanings/hotel staff because they gathered outside of our room in the middle of the hallway, before 8am and started to socialize and woke everyone up. The key, which has a chip in it to control the lights and the aircon, stopped working couple times a day. The quick fix is to beat it against the wall, done by the staff, they can't apparently do anything else about. But not nice to wake up bathing in sweat, and start to bang the key in the wall at 4am. We were recommended to rent a bicycle from the places closes to them, up the driveway, i would not do that, not good bikes. Location is nice butvI wouldn't recommend this hotel.

10/10 Excellent

goodie808, Leeds UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and amazing views.

Amazing views - make sure you ask for a river view room. Rooms are a little small but there is so much to do in the area you won't be in the room very often. Good breakfast. Recommended.