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H'mong Eco House

Lao Cai

With inner courtyard views, H'mong Eco House is situated in Lao Cai and has accommodation with a kitchen.

N
Nina-Jasmin
From
Germany
We had a fantastic stay. The location 30min east of Sapa in the valley was great. Beautiful views and just a short walk to the village with restaurants. The last 300m are not accessible by car, only motorbike or walking, but our host took our luggage to the road by motorbike in order to take a taxi back to Sapa. Room and bathroom were clean and comfortable and it was lovely to enjoy the evenings on the terrace. Our host and his family were super friendly. We arrived earlier than expected in the middle of the night and got a room anyways. Breakfast was tasty, so was the (vegetarian) dinner we had one night. The trekking tour we booked through our host was exceptional.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews
Price from
US$11.78
1 night, 2 adults

Công Thành Hotel 1

Lao Cai

Công Thành Hotel 1, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Lao Cai, 33 km from Sa Pa Lake, 33 km from Sa Pa Bus Station, as well as 34 km from Ham Rong Garden - Ham Rong Mountain.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$10.98
1 night, 2 adults

Dinh Sapa Trekking & Homestay

Lao Cai

Set in Lao Cai, within 14 km of Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station and 33 km of Fansipan Mountain, Dinh Sapa Trekking & Homestay offers accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for...

D
Danhgia7
From
United Kingdom
I had an amazing experience at Hmong Hillside House. The homestay is nestled in the breathtaking scenery of Ta Van village, Sapa, surrounded by lush terraced rice fields and majestic bamboo forests. The rooms are clean, cozy, and beautifully decorated with traditional Hmong elements. The hosts are incredibly friendly and hospitable, making me feel right at home. I also joined a trekking tour with them and learned a lot about the local culture. Definitely worth a visit!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews
Price from
US$18.93
1 night, 2 adults

Son Thoi Homestay

Lao Cai

Set in Lao Cai and only 13 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, Son Thoi Homestay offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

F
Frank
From
Canada
Son and Thoi are great hosts. It was a pleasure to cook with them our dinner a have drinks with their friends. The neighbour was speaking both English and Vietnamese, easing the conversation.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
Price from
US$7.57
1 night, 2 adults

Sapa Hillcrest homestay

Lao Cai

Boasting river views, Sapa Hillcrest homestay offers accommodation with balcony, around 6.2 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station. There is an in-house restaurant and free private parking.

L
Lukas
From
Switzerland
Staying with Pe and his lovely family on their farm/homestay was one of the best and most authentic experiences in Vietnam for us. They were very kind and you get to know them and their culture over dinner. The food was good, fresh and there was always plenty for everyone. We stayed 4 nights and loved every second of it. The trekking we did with them was beautiful as well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
Price from
US$9.17
1 night, 2 adults

Sapa Guide Homestay & Trekking

Lao Cai

Set in Lao Cai and only 13 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, Sapa Guide Homestay & Trekking offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

B
Barry
From
Ireland
Really welcoming family, enjoyed the hike. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$13.25
1 night, 2 adults

The 1996 House

Lao Cai

Situated in Lao Cai and only 4.5 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, The 1996 House features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

C
Charis
From
Greece
The stuff was extremely helpful and kind. The room was clean and the location excellent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
Price from
US$24.46
1 night, 2 adults

Nhà nghỉ Hoàng Lan

Cốc Lếu (Near Lao Cai)

Nhà nghỉ Hoàng Lan, a property with a terrace, is set in Cốc Lếu, 35 km from Sa Pa Bus Station, 35 km from Ham Rong Garden - Ham Rong Mountain, as well as 35 km from Sa Pa Stone Church.

A
Arnold
From
Austria
place was in the centre, worth the money
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$8.99
1 night, 2 adults

Pea homestay

Sa Pa (Near Lao Cai)

Located in Sa Pa and only 7.6 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, Pea homestay provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

M
Mitchell
From
Australia
The owners are the most caring, helpful and lovely people, really going above and beyond to make the stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, from pre-heating blankets to giving tips about local festivals.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews
Price from
US$8.71
1 night, 2 adults

The Link farmstay

Sa Pả (Near Lao Cai)

Situated just 7.3 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, The Link farmstay features accommodation in Sa Pả with access to a garden, a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

A
Anne
From
Vietnam
Ms Linh and the young man who helped her were lovely hosts. This is our 3rd stay in their place and as expected, we were satisfied and felt comfortable during our stay. We will surely come back next time we are in Sa Pa. The view outside the rooms is a garden, facing the mountain. In the morning, you'd hear the birds chirping, roosters and hen crowing. If the weather is cold, you may use the bed warmer. I loved this since it was freezing cold when we stayed. They serve free breakfast as well. If you want to dine in and try some local foods, just let them know in advance so they can serve it to your preferred time. We had one of the best salmon hotpot for dinner and it was a huge serving.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Price from
US$17.78
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Set in Làng Tong Tchoung in the Lao Cai region, Nhà nghỉ nhã Thanh has a terrace and city views. Guests staying at this homestay have access to a balcony.

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Lao Cai and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Ta Van Countryside Homestay offers accommodation with a garden, a bar and a shared lounge, around 15 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station.

    From US$11.26 per night
  • De hemp homestay

    Lao Cai
    Central location

    Offering a garden and quiet street view, De hemp homestay is set in Lao Cai, 14 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station and 10 km from Sa Pa Lake.

    From US$11.36 per night
  • Sần's House

    Lao Cai
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Featuring river views, Sần's House is situated in Lao Cai and provides a wellness area with wellness packages and a steam room. This homestay offers free private parking and a shared kitchen.

    From US$8.71 per night
  • Featuring mountain views, The cosy nest of happiness! offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 17 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station.

    From US$11.93 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located in Lao Cai and only 39 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, Field House SaPa - Nậm Cang provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$49.22 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Nậm Cang Homestay is located in Lao Cai, 42 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station and 38 km from Sa Pa Lake.

    From US$143.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Situated in Lao Cai and only 39 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, Tả Mẩy Homestay features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$75.72 per night

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  • Avg. price/night: US$14.39
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
    Okay, so usually I don’t write reviews, so this one is special, Pe and his family is a MUST stay in Sapa, they’re the closest to a family I had in Vietnam, warm welcome, cozy stay and a lot to learn about them, plus the best Family dinners. I sincerely hope that his homestay will be the most recommended in Sapa because God knows this guys are Great!
    Guest review by
    Adrian
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$126.07
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
    Fantastic stay in Healing Homestay, very beautiful and calm. The staff were friendly and amazing! They are very helpful and kindly. Lovely place with a nice view, very quiet away from the crowds, they have the restaurant inside and the dinner was great! They organized the trek tour too but after all, I didn’t join caused I was sick :) unfortunately. The lovely little cats and dogs, they are so adorable 😍
    Guest review by
    Thomas
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
    O Chau Homestay was a lovely experience. The room was spacious, the en suite was big and modern. The balcony had a wonderful view. The food was fantastic. The couple who ran it were gracious and welcoming. I can’t wait to go back.
    Guest review by
    Brett
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$14.39
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
    Staying with Pe and his lovely family on their farm/homestay was one of the best and most authentic experiences in Vietnam for us. They were very kind and you get to know them and their culture over dinner. The food was good, fresh and there was always plenty for everyone. We stayed 4 nights and loved every second of it. The trekking we did with them was beautiful as well.
    Guest review by
    Lukas
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$14.39
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
    Such an amazing experience! Pe Thao was a wonderful host. He boasted with energy and enthusiasm. The views were spectacular & some of the best trekking we’ve done in Southeast Asia. The family was welcoming and the homestay was filled with animals and children. It was truely an authentic experience!
    Guest review by
    Caitlin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$14.39
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
    Our stay at Sapa Hillcrest Homestay was perfect. Pe Thao and his family welcomed us with open arms in their farm. We could really feel as part of the family. Stay here if you want to live an authentic Vietnamese experience in Sapa. The view is incredible. Pe Thao can help you for anything (taxi, hiking tour …) You can go there by walk is you are a bit sportive 😉 (1h from Sapa). Thanks !
    Guest review by
    Wechterowicz
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$13.63
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews
    Peaceful surroundings in the middle of the ricefields, away from busy roads. Helpful host couple. Nice with possibilty to have dinner with the family. With the help of google translate communication works fine. When arriving and walking the 200 m from the taxi to the house you will probably be approached by local girls wanting to sell crafts. Wait with buying from them. The hosts mother has a little shop in the homestay. Maybe you want to purchase from them instead.
    Guest review by
    Ylva
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$13.63
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews
    Great location. Walking distance from the trails. Lovely homestay with great family. Sapa fields can be seen from the window and you can hear waterfalls in the back. Perfect country stay!
    Guest review by
    Silva
    Young couple