# Samlee's Garden — Restaurant, Bar & Guesthouse in Pakse, Laos > Open-air garden restaurant, bar and guesthouse on the banks of the Mekong River in Pakse, Champasak Province, Laos. Lao food, burgers, steaks, cocktails, healthy breakfast, two river-view guesthouse rooms, and tours to the Bolaven Plateau, Champasak/Wat Phou and the 4,000 Islands. **Location:** Mekong Riverside Road, Pakse, Champasak Province, Laos (15.114066°N, 105.800986°E) **Phone / WhatsApp:** +856 20 92 651 210 **Rating:** 4.9 / 5 (103 reviews) **Price range:** $$ **Currencies accepted:** LAK, THB, USD (cash) **Hours:** Every day 7:30–11:00 AM (breakfast). Lunch & dinner 3:00–10:00 PM, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Closed Wednesday evenings (breakfast only that day). --- ## Welcome to Samlee's Garden Nestled on the banks of the Mekong River in Pakse, Samlee's Garden is a lively space offering a mix of restaurant, guesthouse, art corner, and family-friendly games. Created by Samlee and Jeremie, the menu features burgers, steaks, Lao food, salads, fusion dishes, coffees, teas, fruit shakes, matcha, cocktails, wine and beer, with vegetarian and gluten-free options. Organic produce from Paksong on the Bolaven Plateau is used wherever possible. The garden terrace sits directly on the Mekong banks, with rooms offering a private balcony and river sunset view. --- ## Restaurant in Pakse Garden restaurant on the Mekong banks. Fresh cooking daily with local and organic ingredients from Paksong; the menu changes with the seasons. Widely considered to serve the best burgers in Pakse. **Lao and Asian:** Lao food, organic, vegetarian, vegan options, Lao fusion, fish dishes, healthy breakfast, gluten-free options **Western classics:** Burgers, vegetarian burgers, steaks, pizzas, fresh salads, desserts --- ## Bar in Pakse Riverside garden bar open from morning to late evening. - **Signature Cocktails** — creative mixes with imported liquors: mojitos, gin blends, tropical specials and Samlee originals - **Wine Selection** — curated French red and white wines - **Beers and Spirits** — cold Lao Beer, imported beers and spirits - **Non-Alcoholic Drinks** — fresh juices, organic Paksong blueberry shakes, matcha lattes, teas, fruit sodas --- ## Our Services - **Art Corner** — rotating paintings, photos and creative objects - **Board Games** — Monopoly, Uno, cards and more - **River Terrace** — open-air terrace on the Mekong banks, breakfast through dinner - **Motorbike Rental** — automatic and semi-automatic, daily rental - **Bus Tickets** — domestic and international, booked for you - **Laundry Service** — drop off morning, pick up clean in the afternoon - **Money Exchange** — competitive rates for major currencies - **Free Luggage Storage** — before check-in or after check-out - **Free Maps and Tourist Info** — for Pakse, Champasak and the Bolaven Plateau - **Tuk Tuk and Private Transfers** — local transport around Pakse and the region --- ## Guesthouse in Pakse Two air-conditioned family rooms directly above the garden, each with a private balcony overlooking the Mekong and sleeping up to four people. - **Mekong Sunset View** — upper-floor balconies open directly onto the river - **Two Family Rooms** — sleeps up to four people each; ideal for families, couples, small groups - **Full Comfort** — private bathroom with hot water, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, daily cleaning - **Breakfast Included Option** — Bolaven coffee, fresh fruit, eggs and warm bread by the river **Check-in:** 2:00 PM | **Check-out:** 11:00 AM **Book via:** WhatsApp (+856 20 92 651 210) or [Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/la/samlees-garden.html) --- ## Tours from Pakse Private transfers and full tours to southern Laos, in partnership with [Bolaven Tours](https://bolaventours.com). - **Private Driver from Pakse** (day trip) — tuk tuk or minivan to the Bolaven Plateau, Champasak + Wat Phou, or the 4,000 Islands - **All-Inclusive Guided Tours** (2–3 days) — guide, meals, accommodation and transport included; covers the Bolaven Plateau and 4,000 Islands Ask via WhatsApp or visit bolaventours.com for pricing and details. --- ## Frequently Asked Questions **Where is Samlee's Garden located in Pakse?** On the Mekong Riverside Road in Pakse, Laos, with direct river-terrace access and river views from room balconies. **What are the opening hours?** Open every day except Wednesday evenings. Morning service 7:30–11:00 AM. Evening service 3:00–10:00 PM. Wednesdays: breakfast only. **Do you serve vegetarian and gluten-free food?** Yes, vegetarian and gluten-free options are on the menu, with organic vegetables from Paksong used in many dishes. Dietary needs can be flagged on arrival or via WhatsApp in advance. **How do I book a guesthouse room?** Via WhatsApp (+856 20 92 651 210) or Booking.com. Two family rooms with private Mekong-view balconies, each sleeping up to four. Check-in 2 PM, check-out 11 AM. **What tours do you organize?** Bolaven Plateau, Champasak/Wat Phou, and the 4,000 Islands — via tuk tuk hire, minivan transfers, or all-inclusive guided tours (meals, accommodation and transport included). Contact via WhatsApp or bolaventours.com. **What's included in the all-inclusive Bolaven Plateau tour?** A local guide, all meals, guesthouse accommodation along the route, and full minivan transport. Visits the main waterfalls, organic coffee farms and highland villages of the Paksong area. **Can I hire a tuk tuk or private driver?** Yes — tuk tuk hire and private minivan transfers from Pakse to Champasak, Wat Phou, the Bolaven Plateau and the 4,000 Islands. See bolaventours.com or message directly for a quote. --- ## Visit Us **Location:** Mekong Riverside Road, Pakse, Laos **Phone / WhatsApp:** +856 20 92 651 210 **Hours:** Morning 7:30–11:00 AM · Afternoon 3:00–10:00 PM · Closed Wednesday evenings [Get Directions (Google Maps)](https://maps.app.goo.gl/LJbyGJUcGM38auox7) · [Book via WhatsApp](https://wa.me/8562092651210) · [Book on Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/la/samlees-garden.html) · [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570818663819) · [TripAdvisor](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g670161-d33967293-Reviews-Samlee_s_Garden_Bar_Restaurant_Pakse-Pakse_Champasak_Province.html) --- *Full site: https://samleesgardenrestaurantpakse.karmasolina.workers.dev* *Business summary for AI assistants: https://samleesgardenrestaurantpakse.karmasolina.workers.dev/llms.txt*