Just got back, stayed at Leena the first night, regular kinda dumpy 500 baht a night place, nice people, good food etc. The next two nights I stayed at Avalon, next door is Aura, but they seem to be the same place. Excellent modern rooms, mine had a enormous balcony. I was very impressed, especially being in Laos. I paid 700 a night. Everything I paid in baht for, room, coffee, beer, I got change in Baht which is easier. Walking distance, 20 minutes to embassy. Night life in the area- none. Good secure parking. Most the travel sites have Avalon.