Title: Lani's House by the Pond Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=119998529&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Lani's House by the Pond Hotel in Vientiane with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe ## Photo gallery for Lani's House by the Pond ![Outdoor dining - Lani's House by the Pond (Vientiane)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/120000000/119998600/119998529/960d65b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Classic Suite, Garden View | Free WiFi - Lani's House by the Pond (Vientiane)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/120000000/119998600/119998529/w797h532x1y1-64b077f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Courtyard - Lani's House by the Pond (Vientiane)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/120000000/119998600/119998529/da4cf832.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, Garden View | Free WiFi - Lani's House by the Pond (Vientiane)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/120000000/119998600/119998529/w796h530x0y0-bf59f008.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Lani's House by the Pond (Vientiane)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/120000000/119998600/119998529/f63bd99e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a coffee shop/cafe and a bar at Lani's House by the Pond. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and a restaurant are available to all guests. ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar - Housekeeping £71 includes taxes & fees 28 Jan - 29 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 21 - Jan 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=119998529&PinnedHotelID=119998529&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=119998529&PinnedHotelID=119998529&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 22 - Jan 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=119998529&PinnedHotelID=119998529&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=119998529&PinnedHotelID=119998529&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=119998529&PinnedHotelID=119998529&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=119998529&PinnedHotelID=119998529&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=119998529&PinnedHotelID=119998529&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=119998529&PinnedHotelID=119998529&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View ![Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/120000000/119998600/119998529/b68afdd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View ### Highlights Mini-fridge Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Desk - 388 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Garden View ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/120000000/119998600/119998529/e4c876ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Garden View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Mini-fridge Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Desk - 400 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, Garden View ![Superior Double Room, Garden View | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/120000000/119998600/119998529/w798h533x2y0-a9dda8f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, Garden View ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Air conditioning Mini-fridge Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 411 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ## You may also like Ad ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104100000/104094900/104094805/w3837h2559x3y3-07adcbcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### DoubleTree by Hilton Vientiane Vientiane - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FVientiane-Hotels-Lanis-House-By-The-Pond.h119998529.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FVientiane-Hotels-Lanis-House-By-The-Pond.h119998529.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Chinatown, a neighbourhood in Vientiane, is home to Lani's House by the Pond. Xieng Khuan and Oot Ni Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Lao National Ethnic Culture Park and VS Fishing Park. [Visit our Vientiane travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vientiane.dx3742) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C17.96632%2C102.60396&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=I7VylDkBMFIJQD02hCtyWFnJXhc=) 281 Settathirat Road, Ban Haysok, Hom 3, Vientiane, Laos ### What's nearby - ![Mekong Riverside Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562861610/42b0b83d-f6b5-40c7-b728-78b0e56114a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mekong Riverside Park 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Ban Anou Night Market 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Lao National Museum 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Laos National Stadium 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Talat Sao 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles ### Getting around - Nong Khai Na Tha Station 31 min drive - Vientiane (VTE-Wattay Intl.) 13 min drive ### Restaurants - The Living Room 2 min walk - Guang Dong Restaurant 4 min walk - ຮ້ານອາຫານສາລະວັນ 4 min walk - ຮ້ານໂຕ່ນ ໝີ່ກ້ຽວ 1 min walk - Migsoviet 3 min walk ## About this property ### Lani's House by the Pond Hotel located in Chinatown Consider a stay at Lani's House by the Pond and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a coffee shop/cafe and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking - Concierge services, smoke-free property and coffee/tea in reception - Luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Lani's House by the Pond have amenities, such as free WiFi. 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A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Family friendly - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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, debit cards and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lani's House by the Pond pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Lani's House by the Pond? ### How much is parking at Lani's House by the Pond? ### What time is check-in at Lani's House by the Pond? ### What time is check-out at Lani's House by the Pond? ### Where is Lani's House by the Pond located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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