Vientiane Hotels With Pool: Picks by Traveler Type

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Quick answer: the best Vientiane hotels with a pool

Match the pool to your trip. These are the strongest fits based on the pool details published by each property and by booking platforms.

• Couples and river views: Amari Vientiane has an outdoor pool with city and Mekong views, and Eastin Hotel has an outdoor pool on the 4th floor with city and river views.
• Classic romance: Settha Palace Hotel has a palm-fringed pool and a poolside bar.
• Families: Green Park Boutique Hotel has pool-facing balconies, a garden and a family-friendly setup.
• Design-minded stays: Lao Poet Hotel is listed with an infinity pool by one source and a rooftop pool by a guest review.
• Groups and golf: LaViena pool villa gives a private pool, but it sits far from the riverfront.

How to choose a hotel pool in Vientiane

Pool type matters less than where the hotel sits. Pick the area first, then the pool. Hotels near the Mekong promenade and the Night Market put you within walking distance of evening food stalls. Quieter residential streets trade that for calm and garden space. Our guide to where to stay in Vientiane covers the neighborhoods in more depth.

• View: rooftop and river-view pools suit sunset swims. Garden pools suit families.
• Location: check how far you are from Wat Si Saket, the riverside and the Night Market.
• Traveler fit: couples, families, golf groups and business travelers each want different things.
• Add-ons: a spa, gym, poolside bar and breakfast style change the value of the stay.
• Reliability: read recent guest comments on cleanliness and whether the pool was open.

Comparison table: pool hotels at a glance

This table sums up what published sources say about each pool. Conflicting descriptions are flagged rather than resolved.

Riverside and city-centre pool hotels

Amari Vientiane sits on Chaofa Ngum Road, about 100 m from the Mekong, next to the Night Market. It has 248 rooms and suites. Guests get complimentary access to an outdoor pool, and Aqua Pool Bar serves in-house guests. Check-in starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Government tax of 10% applies to rates, and airport transfers cost extra. Eastin Hotel adds a 4th-floor outdoor pool and a rooftop bar with river views. Settha Palace Hotel suits travelers who want four-poster rooms, a spa and a palm-fringed pool. Lao Plaza Hotel earns a guest comment about a peaceful pool and an old-town location. Landmark Mekong Riverside Hotel gets a short note praising its swimming pool. For more river-view options, browse our Vientiane Riverside Hotels: Where to Stay by the Mekong page. Mintra Hotel and Souphattra Hotel also appear in pool-related guest comments. Guests at Mintra describe its pool and spa as small.

Quieter and garden-pool options

Green Park Boutique Hotel sits in a quieter residential area, in a traditional tiled building. Rooms have private balconies over the garden and pool. The hotel offers complimentary bicycles, a spa, a gym and a restaurant. It is the clearest family pick in this list. Landmark Vientiane Life Center draws guest praise for its infinity pool and for a mall nearby. Expect a shorter walk to shops than to the river. Neither hotel is a riverfront address, so budget for a short tuk-tuk ride to the promenade. Ask the front desk for a fare before you leave.

Private pool villa option

LaViena pool villa is a different product from a hotel pool. It has 4 bedrooms with 4 queen beds, plus a living room. The listing places it near the Long Vien and Lao Country Club golf courses, and 20.51 km from Wattay International Airport. There is no on-site restaurant and no airport transfer. Breakfast is boxed and costs $8.00 per adult. A fixed $200.00 deposit is charged in cash and refunded on the day of check-out. Check-in is after 15:00 and check-out is before 11:00. This villa suits golf trips and group gatherings. Skip it for a first short visit built around temples and the riverfront.

Hotels that look like a pool stay but may not be

Salana Boutique Hotel is described as having a spa, a gym and a sauna, but no pool. A spa or gym does not imply a pool. The same applies to many boutique properties, so browse Vientiane Boutique Hotels: Where to Stay for Character with the pool question open. One guest review of Continental Plaza Vientiane reported a pool that could not be used. Pools close for maintenance, so ask about current pool status before you commit. Trust a recent guest comment over a listing photo.

Plan a pool day around Vientiane sights

Start early. Visit Wat Si Saket in the morning, before the heat builds. Talat Sao, the morning market, is open daily from 07:00 AM to 05:00 PM, and most shops are busiest between 09:00 AM and 03:00 PM. Bring cash, because some smaller vendors may not accept cards, and expect to bargain in the traditional sections. Return to the hotel for a midday swim. Amari Vientiane is within walking distance of the Mekong promenade and the Night Market, so you can head out again at sunset. Wattay Airport is about 4 km west of the city, which makes a swim before an evening flight realistic. Amari lists the drive at 10 minutes. Hotels farther out, like LaViena, need a car for each outing. Official Tourism Laos information covers current entry and transport details.

Costs, booking and timing

Rates change by date, so compare the hotel's direct rate with the booking-platform rate, and read cancellation terms. Prices and hours checked November 2026. Amari adds 10% government tax to its rates. Budget travelers who can skip the pool should see our Vientiane Hostels: Best Picks by Area & Traveller Type guide. Hotel Guru lists Vientiane as warm and humid year-round, with December to March slightly cooler. Local tourism pages carry the latest Vientiane Capital information for seasonal planning.

Questions to ask before booking

Few listings cover pool rules. Send a short message to the hotel before you pay.

• What are the pool hours, and is the pool closed for maintenance on any dates?
• Is the pool open to guests only, or can day visitors pay to swim?
• How deep is it, and is there a shallow end or kids' area?
• Is there shade, and are towels provided at the pool?
• Are there adults-only hours or rules?

Best Pool Hotel for a Short Layover

For a short Vientiane stop, choose a hotel that makes a swim practical without giving up the riverfront. Amari Vientiane is about 100 m from the Mekong, beside the Night Market. Its location works well for an evening stroll after a pool break.

Plan around the hotel timetable before booking. Check-in starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Wattay Airport is about 4 km west of the city, and Amari lists the drive at 10 minutes. That can make an afternoon swim possible before an evening flight.

Keep luggage timing in mind if you arrive early or leave late. Ask whether the pool remains available before check-in or after check-out, and confirm that it is open on your travel date. A hotel farther from the centre may offer more space, but transport time can erase the value of a one-night pool stay.