Our website is funded by adverts and affiliate links. If you make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no cost to you. If you find the content useful, please consider disabling your adblocker and booking through these links! Thank you!
Una Baufala, Pexels
Nong Khai offers a range of affordable accommodation options, primarily focusing on guesthouses and a limited selection of hostels, catering to a relaxed traveler seeking local immersion and comfortable stays by the Mekong River.
1. Mut Mee Garden Guest House
Type: Social Guesthouse
Nestled by the Mekong, I found this guesthouse to be a true institution in Nong Khai, offering a unique and laid-back atmosphere. Its garden seating area overlooking the river serves as a natural gathering point, perfect for mingling with fellow travelers and locals over a meal or coffee from their on-site cafe. The staff is consistently helpful, providing valuable tourist information, which makes it easy to connect with others and plan excursions.
2. Silsopa Hostel
Type: Hostel
As a budget-friendly choice, Silsopa Hostel provides clean and cozy rooms with comfortable beds. I appreciated the unique and interesting artwork throughout the property, adding a touch of character. The staff here are remarkably friendly and go out of their way to be helpful, even assisting with transport, which fosters a welcoming environment for solo travelers looking to meet others.
3. Wasuthan Garden House
Type: Guesthouse
My stay at Wasuthan Garden House revealed excellent facilities, including reliable air conditioning and strong water pressure. While not explicitly a 'social' guesthouse in the traditional sense, the exceptional hospitality of the host, Nick, creates a remarkably welcoming and personal experience. He readily assists with sightseeing and arrangements, which can indirectly lead to pleasant interactions and a sense of community.
At TFA Travel we believe in travel for all. Our mission is to enable people to explore the world as easily as possible without having to pay a travel agent a huge commission.
Our typical audience are those that want to see something new and get involved with authentic experiences of a country. Whether you are a backpacker, solo traveller, solo female traveller, straight or LGBTQ+ couple, family, you will find local and authentic experiences here.
