Mad Monkey Vang Vieng
Facilities & Amenities
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Swimming Pool
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Tour/Travel Desk
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Private rooms
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Shared dorms
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Bar & Restaurant
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Nightly events
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Daily tours
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24 hour reception
Discover the beauty of Vang Vieng right from the newest Mad Monkey! With stunning mountain views from the pool and rooms, Mad Monkey Vang Vieng is a backpacker’s paradise. This newly renovated hostel is your perfect base for adventuring; hike to epic viewpoints, motorbike along lush rice paddies, or float down the river. Delivering our usual social vibes, Mad Monkey Vang Vieng hosts nightly events and daily tours where you’ll be able to meet travellers from around the world!
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Vang Vieng Cheat Sheet
Everything you need to know about traveling Vang Vieng
Vang Vieng Village, Unit 03, House No: 038 , Vang Vieng district , Vientiane province, Laos PDR
Where is Mad Monkey?
Mad Monkey Vang Vieng is located in the heart of Vang Vieng, within walking distance of many of the town’s attractions. It’s about 1.5 km from Tham Sang Cave, 2 km from the Blue Lagoon and 2.5km from the night market. The hostel is situated on the banks of the Nam Song River, which is a popular spot for activities such as kayaking, tubing, and stand up paddleboarding and also offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
How to get to Mad Monkey
From the railway station in Vang Vieng, walk to the main road and look for the tuk-tuk stand. The ride to Mad Monkey should take about 10 minutes.
From Vientiane City
Taking the standard bus: The bus leaves twice a day: in the morning at 10 a.m., and in the afternoon at 2 p.m. This trip takes about 4 hours.
Taking the train: The train departs from Vientiane railway station and takes about 1 hour to get to Vang Vieng.
From Luang Prabang City
The train departs daily at 1:45 p.m. and 4:10 p.m. from Luang Prabang Railway Station. The ride only takes about 1 hour.
Mad Monkey Vang Vieng
CUSTOMS & ETIQUETTE
- People don’t typically shake hands when they meet, instead they offer a “nop” — a slight bow of the head with their palms together
- Remove your shoes before entering homes (and even in some restaurants and shops)
- Do not touch a monk (especially if you’re a woman)
- Public displays of affection are generally frowned upon
Cancellation policy: Free Cancellation is available up to 24 hours of check-in time. If you cancel within 24 hours of check-in time, you will be charged the balance of your first night stay.
Age Restriction: minors not allowed, guests must be 18 years and older
Check in: from 14:00 to 23:00
Check out: from 00:00 to 11:00
Towels: available for rent at reception for dorms & free for privates
Locker Padlocks: not included
Reception Hours: 24 Hours
Email / Contact: vangvieng@staging.madmonkeytickets.com
Quiet Hours: from 11 PM
Nightly Events: until 11 PM
Pool Hours: 7 AM to 10 PM
Restaurant Opening Hours: 7 AM to 10 PM
Laundry: 31,000 Kip/kg, 24-36 hours for delivery depending on season
Breakfast: not included
Other House Rules:
No outside food or drinks allowed
No outside guests allowed in rooms
No drugs & firearms allowed on premises
No curfew, but quiet hours are enforced
Non smoking except for the designated areas.
Absolutely no smoking in rooms. Mad Monkey is a social hostel, to get the maximum value and fun from your stay you should only book if you want to stay in a social hostel. Please be mindful there will be loud music played at the bar until late.
