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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.

P
Peter
From
Belgium
The great location , the ambiance of the house and surrounding . Really felt like staying at someone’s house with the comfort of a bed and breakfast . The most lovely owners!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews
Price from
US$12.95
1 night, 2 adults
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Bees Homestay Sapa & Trekking

Lao Cai

Offering a garden and city view, Bees Homestay Sapa & Trekking is located in Lao Cai, 17 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station and 35 km from Fansipan Mountain.

A
Andrea
From
Czech Republic
Gio and Pang Chau, who are running this place together, are very friendly and helpful hosts. They both speak well english and we had very nice chats with them not only on practical matters. The house is newly built, it feels cosy, peaceful and has amazing view of the fields and mountains on the other side of the valley.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$10.25
1 night, 2 adults
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Sapa Retreat Homestay & Restaurant

Hotel in Lao Cai

Located in Lao Cai, Sapa Retreat Homestay & Restaurant features a garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$26.57
1 night, 2 adults
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Khách sạn Việt Trung

Hotel in Lao Cai

Located in Lao Cai, within 41 km of Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station and 37 km of Sa Pa Lake, Khách sạn Việt Trung provides accommodation with a terrace and as well as free private parking for guests...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$28.86
1 night, 2 adults
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THE WILTONS Hotel Lào Cai

Lao Cai

Set 38 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station and 34 km from Sa Pa Lake, THE WILTONS Hotel Lào Cai in Lao Cai offers air-conditioned accommodation with views of the city and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$28.94
1 night, 2 adults
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Ella Riverside Hotel

Hotel in Lao Cai

Set in Lao Cai, 38 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, Ella Riverside Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

P
Priscilla
From
New Zealand
Good location near train station for Sapa to Hanoi travel. New hotel with lovely rooms and nice decor. Good price and comfortable beds. A lovely family owned business.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$19.84
1 night, 2 adults
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The Happy Happy Bungalow of Happiness!

Lao Cai

Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, The Happy Happy Bungalow of Happiness! is located in Lao Cai, 15 km from Sa Pa Lake and 14 km from Sa Pa Stone Church.

M
Mgbechi
From
United Kingdom
May and her family were the perfect hosts. Cao’s and his wife’s cooking was amazing, very tasty, clean and fresh food, plus it was such a lovely experience eating together with the family. The bungalow was so cozy and very clean and in a perfect location away from the madness of Sapa. Trekking with May was a lot of fun, walking to the waterfalls and the bamboo forest, the views along the way were breathtaking. The herbal baths were much welcomed and a slice of luxury on a rainy day. Overall we loved the three nights we spent here and would love to come back..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$25.82
1 night, 2 adults
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Ta Van Countryside Homestay

Lao Cai

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.

S
Schoeman
From
Vietnam
From Check in to Check out we had a wonderful experience. The family that hosted us was super kind and friendly. They always wanted to make sure if we needed anything extra, or if they can do anything to make our stay even better. The rooms are really nice, big and clean, and we had our own en-suite bathroom, which was great. Dinner was lovely, we joined in on a family dinner, and it was a brilliant local experience with very tasty food (I can recommend it to everyone - ask for a family dinner) . Breakfast was really nice. The owner asked us every night what time would we like breakfast in the morning, and when we woke up breakfast would be ready on time. Her pancakes are delicious too. Very very good service, and I can 100% recommend this to anyone passing by the wonderful little village.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$13.67
1 night, 2 adults
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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...

P
Pauline
From
Netherlands
An unforgettable stay at Hmong Hillside House! The homestay is perfectly located to enjoy the stunning views and fresh air of Sapa. Every morning, I woke up to the beautiful scenery from my window, and the breakfast prepared by the hosts was delicious and plentiful. Dinh and her family were very attentive, always ready to help and share fascinating stories about Hmong life. I was especially impressed by their efforts to support local children with education. I will definitely recommend this homestay to my friends!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
Price from
US$18.99
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

D
Daniek Francis
From
Netherlands
I would like to take the time to write a review for the homestay of Pe and his family. It was really fantastic. I thoroughly enjoyed the hospitality and friendliness of his family. The cute children, his sweet wife, his smiling mother and Pe's genuine interest in others. You can choose to have dinner together with his family and afterwards have a cup of tea by the campfire in his house. I recommend this! It is cozy, nice and snug. I also did the trekking together with Pe and his dog. It made it extra fun that his dog also came along and greeted me every morning with a pat on his head. Super beautiful view and despite the mud and the falls, it was really fun and I had a lot of laughs with Pe. It was a great adventure with the three of us. Really recommended to choose this homestay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
Price from
US$9.20
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

    Khách sạn Bảo Sơn 1 is set in Lao Cai, 34 km from Sa Pa Lake, 34 km from Sa Pa Bus Station, as well as 35 km from Ham Rong Garden - Ham Rong Mountain.

    From US$10.63 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

    Set in Lao Cai, 39 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, Cao Minh Hotel features views of the city. This 3-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

    From US$22.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 259 reviews

    Situated in Lao Cai, 38 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, Khách sạn Ngọc Hà features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.

    From US$18.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

    Set in Lao Cai, 39 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, Cô Chung Hotel offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$40.25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

    Situated in Lao Cai, 38 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, Tru by Hilton Lao Cai City Riverside features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

    From US$35.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Set within 37 km of Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station and 32 km of Sa Pa Lake, Nhà Nghỉ Hoàng Xuân provides rooms in Pho Mới.

    From US$8.54 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

    Situated within 37 km of Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station and 34 km of Sa Pa Lake, Nhà nghỉ Hải Đăng - Hai Dang Hotel offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Chơ Mơi.

    From US$10.37 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews

    Offering city views, Big Hotel Lào Cai is an accommodation located in Lao Cai, 37 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station and 32 km from Sa Pa Lake.

    From US$15.15 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Olive Apartment Hotel Lào Cai is set in Pho Mới, within 38 km of Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station and 33 km of Sa Pa Lake.

  • Diamond Hotel

    Lao Cai
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

    Set in Lao Cai, 37 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, Diamond Hotel offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and massage services.

    From US$17.09 per night
  • 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.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    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.

    From US$11.01 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Featuring a garden and a terrace, Công Thành Hotel is located in Lao Cai, 38 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station and 33 km from Sa Pa Lake.

    From US$10.97 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Set in Lao Cai, 39 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, SOCA Hotel LAO CAI features a bar and views of the river.

    From US$20.89 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Situated in Lao Cai, 38 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, Thanh Hà Hotel Lào Cai features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$39.68 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

    Situated 42 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, Khách sạn Vĩnh Lộc offers 3-star accommodation in Lao Cai and has a garden, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$15.19 per night

  • TRUC LAM HOTEL

    Lao Cai
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Located in Lao Cai and with Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station reachable within 5.4 km, TRUC LAM HOTEL provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

    From US$22.59 per night

  • An's Space Sapa

    Lao Cai
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Situated in Lao Cai, 5.1 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, An's Space Sapa features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$6.46 per night

  • The 1996 House

    Lao Cai
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

    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.

    From US$24.53 per night

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  • The 1996 House

    Cheap hotel in Lao Cai
    Avg. price/night: US$24.53
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
    Super friendly hosts. Comfortable bed, modern bed linen, nice balcony. Perfect quiet location with great vegan restaurants nearby. We were allowed to use the kitchen. Cute cats in the garden.
    Guest review by
    Helena
    Young couple

  • Sapa Hillcrest homestay

    Cheap hotel in Lao Cai
    Avg. price/night: US$12.53
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
    It is really rustic. But if you don’t mind what makes this stay particularly great is the very friendly family as well as the peaceful location. The brothers are great guides, too. If you’ve seen all the rice terraces and don’t mind a bit of sweat I highly recommend a guided hike in the forest, up the other side of the valley. This is how I pictured Vietnam before I went there (apart from the rice fields).
    Guest review by
    Florian
    Solo traveller

  • Khách sạn Ngọc Hà

    Cheap hotel in Lao Cai
    Avg. price/night: US$18.61
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 259 reviews
    It's a very nice place to stay, the room is nice and clean. Nearby is a market on the street. The location on google maps is not correct (it's on the next paralell street). The receptionnist was very friendly and we could even leave out motorbike at the hotel for 2 weeks during our trip to China. Thank you!
    Guest review by
    Sina
    People with friends

  • Khách sạn Ngọc Hà

    Cheap hotel in Lao Cai
    Avg. price/night: US$18.61
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 259 reviews
    It was very clean, bed sheets smelled great, the bed was a big tough, but not big deal. All amenities you need, super helpful staff. Would stay again!
    Guest review by
    Petr
    Group

  • Diamond Hotel

    Cheap hotel in Lao Cai
    Avg. price/night: US$17.09
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
    Hôtel very clean, staff is really lovely, good room & bed, tea & coffee in it. Laundry service available. Perfect location
    Guest review by
    Camille
    Young couple

  • Moc Home Sapa

    Cheap hotel in Sa Pa
    Avg. price/night: US$36.07
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews
    Everything! The location was amazing. Peaceful, in the middle of the ricefields in a very interesting local village. The owners, Emma and Pepsi, were so sweet, professional and truly inspiring. They always made sure you felt at home. It has a very cute pool with the perfect temperature. The pool is very clean. The views from the homestay are amazing. The rooms are taken very well care of. They are beautiful and the communal spaces are very big, and as well, beautiful. They have a very cute dog, MuiMui.
    Guest review by
    Swaelens Boedt
    Solo traveller

  • Diamond Hotel

    Cheap hotel in Lao Cai
    Avg. price/night: US$17.09
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
    Ideal for one night stay when travelling through Lao Cai to other places. Perfect location next to the railway station. Clean, simple, average accomodation, great value for money.
    Guest review by
    Ludmila
    People with friends

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