Top Hotels in Lao Cai Province Lodges
Top Things to do in Lao Cai Province
10 Top-Rated Lodges in Lao Cai Province
Discover the best Lodges in Lao Cai Province including Sapa Scenery Hotel, Zizi Mekhoo Sapa Homestay, Topas Riverside Lodge, The Little Hmong House, Sapa Friendly Inn & Travel, Topas Riverside Lodge, Amica House, Hmong Sapa Sister House, Sapa Light Hostel, Sapa Mountain City Hotel.
Things to do in Lao Cai Province
1. Sapa Scenery Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 63 reviews
hotel located in the heart of the town of sapa . Modern hotel with rooms equipped with devices such as two -dimensional conditioning and hot tingle separate system for bathrooms . The hotel offers a buffet breakfast included in the room rate and lunch with dinner served at the request of customers. High-speed networks and smart TV will satisfy any customer 's needs . In addition the hotel also has
Verry nice owner verry nice views verry nice food!
Reviewed By JosS1026We spent two nights here, very nice and clean rooms, continental breakfast and good food at night if you wish, walking distance from the town center ( up hill, but then its easier to get home..) the owner is they only fat vietnamese we've met during our trip in vietnam but also a great guide for motorcycle tours, you name it he will make it happen!
2. Zizi Mekhoo Sapa Homestay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Mekhoo & Zizi Sapa Homestay always care about the life of children around the village. Most of children in Hau Thao are from poor families and not well educated since little. As a result, every day, Mekhoo and Zizi open a class held by good and kind volunteer teachers from all over the world. They are taught how to love people, to live friendly with the environment, reduce plastic products - things that Mekhoo and Zizi pioneered here. They also learn about arts such as drawing, the survival skills for living in this mountainous area. You are now playing an important role in interacting with all children during the class, so that the lesson would be more practical and interesting for them. We believe that the happiest person is the one can help others feel happy. Mekhoo and Zizi will always be here, welcoming you here to co-build the better life of this poor small village. Address: Ban Pho Hau Thao village ,Sa Pa, Vietnam you can find with maps
beautiful & welcoming homestay!
Reviewed By emmathouzZizi Homestay is a great place to stay if you plan to visit the surroundings of Sapa Town. Zizi and her family are particularly welcoming, they make you feel at home. Their house is very animated, there are dogs and chickens running around, along with children playing. The decorations inside are part of the Hmong culture and you can even buy some homemade Hmong clothes and bags in their shop. From their terrace you have a wonderful view of the rice fields and surrounding mountains. The homemade food is lovingly prepared and delicious. In all the places we have stayed in Vietnam, Zizi was the only one to offer a family dinner. All tourists gather around a large table and all sorts of plates filled with food are brought. Not only did we eat very well but we made very good friends in various countries whom we already plan to go visit in the future. We have kept a very good memory of Zizi homestay and will definitely visit again during our next trip to Vietnam.
3. Topas Riverside Lodge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 52 reviews
Located deep in the Sapa valley, in the heart of the mountains, Topas Riverside Lodge offers overnight stays within a traditional minority village, making for a truly authentic cultural experience. Tucked away amidst winding rivers and a verdant-green forest, you will discover how the Red Dao community continues to live the same way they have for centuries. This part of the valley is a hidden treasure that to this day sees little in the way of tourism. Here, you can discover the authentic Vietnam beyond the well-trodden tourist paths of Sapa town and enjoy the friendliness and hospitality of the local community. Topas Riverside Lodge aims to provide a unique experience in an environment, inspired by native traditions and lifestyle; and yet perfectly comfortable and modernised to suit the tastes of even the most seasoned travellers. At their doorstep, the guests will find plentiful options for outdoor adventures and cultural encounters. The lodge offers 14 spacious, air-conditioned en-suite rooms, including four with river frontage and views, and two family rooms. The rooms are complete with comfortable beds, mosquito nets, high-quality in-room amenities, including hair dryers and slippers, and a complimentary wi-fi throughout. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis. Additionally, limo/town car service, tour/ticket assistance and a picnic area are on-site.
Now chasing the money, not the experience.
Reviewed By DionM_12I visited riverside before the renovations and felt like the lodge back then had more charm and authenticity, with lower expectations i was not disappointed by the small things that came to annoy me, along with the much higher price tag that accompanied this recent trip. THE ROOMS: The recent room renovations have significantly reduced the room sizes to allow for a tiny ensuite (the showers were very nice though) and the "riverview" room is just a tiny window poked into the corner of your space. 2 single beds pushed together made for a big cavity in the middle and along with the single bedspread, made for an uncomfortable 1st night, untill more bedding was requested. Fixtures and fittings were nice and i'm sure the new aircon unit will be a welcome addition when summer arrives. the ground floor rooms have a lot of overhead noise as this converted stilt-house has wooden floors above you. so just bear that in mind if you come here and are expecting total silence at night. FOOD: Given that Topas banks on its inbound tourists from europe, i wasn't surprised to see a paredback menu of some set dishes offered instead of an a la carte offering whilst their numbers are low. However i was surprised when after looking at the set menu with my wife and kids and getting excited for some of these dishes, that the food that actually came out was significantly different than was written on the menu. I understand seasonality changes and the need to vary the offering but it was actually pointless looking at a menu at all, food arrived at the table with no explanation and when you are paying 1 million dong a day for food, i was expecting something a little more special. One of the kitchen staff had a cold throughout our stay and none of the staff wore masks when prepping food . The head chef arrived halfway through our visit and the chef in me was half expecting the food service to lift when he got in and started merticulously preparing an exciting looking menu for New Years Eve in 2 days time. But the alternatives-to-the-menu food stayed the same for both lunch's and dinners and remained unchecked for the rest of the stay. Breakfast was ok. pancakes/cereal/rolls/bacon/pho/eggs. there is VERY little in terms of snack options in the village, and nothing in the lodge itself, we took snacks for the kids and that definitely tied us over between main meals. Both the Mulled wine and cinnamon drinks were really nice, but not actually on the menu to buy and only served as token gestures during our stay, The food was pretty much the same as you could buy at any small restaurant in any town. culinarily i was disappointed. ACTIVITIES: Primarily we were going there to relax and chill out and the lodge is great for that. Although at times it made me feel pretty uncomfortable sitting on the deck with a glass of wine whilst watching the local 60-70 year old woman struggling to drag massive piles of bamboo across the river, all i could manage was a half hearted thumbs up whilst i shrunk back into my privilege on the balcony. one of the draw cards for my wife was the allure of a red Dao herbal bath. we both had one whilst there. The description on the brochure and the actual event were miles away from each other. If any of the "herbs" were foraged it wasn't apparent or even explained, my wife was left a little uncomfortable when her bath experience was led by a gruff local man and any notion of a relaxed atmosphere was dissolved. my bath experience was ok, but nowhere near worth the 450.000 price tag attached to this experience. We also had the "campfire memories" activity where we paid for marshmellow to roast but instead got 3 skewers of marshmellow and some dough which we were supposed to cook on the fire? the arrangement felt rushed and inconvenient. The Experience. I was kinda hoping that Topas were lifting their game with the riverside lodge upgrades and was excited to re-visit with my family and show them this beautiful place with a business that was helping tourists to appreciate, understand and participate in minority lifestyle. However the refurbishment has only served to allow larger volumes of wealthy tourists to pay inflated prices to be fed average food and sit on a balcony watching locals struggle to gather firewood in difficult terrain. I left disappointed and disheartened with the direction that Riverside has taken. It would be possible for Topas to redeem itself by: 1. VISIBLY investing more in the local village. 2. Review its F&B operation and keep it inline with what it says its producing. 3. Review its paid experiences to actually reflect what is printed in your brochure. Our 3 nights at Topas Riverside including food was almost 19 million dong, this did not include transfers from Hanoi ( Topas quoted us 8 million return from Hanoi) we found a private car for 6 million. so over 25 million for 3 nights. Lots of Work to Do.
4. The Little Hmong House
Overall Ratings
5 based on 19 reviews
Very nice food
Reviewed By piijeWe visited this place three times for a dinner during our stay in village. Food was very good and people where super genuine and welcoming which was not the case in most of the places In Sa Pa area. Very much recommended!! Try the hotpot!
5. Sapa Friendly Inn & Travel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Located in the heart of Sapa Town, Sapa Friendly Inn & Travel is the perfect place for all tourist and business whose prefer to stay in a quiet and comfort location setting surrounded by greenery, close to the main attractions, but away from the chaotic. Our cozy hotel is run by a small team of young, professional, friendly, helpful and enthusiastic Sapa local tour guide who have been guiding for a long time and having a lot of experience in tourism service. Our desire is to give you great quality accommodation, at a good price and with unrivalled customer service. Our message is that you do not need to book a 5 star hotel to get that 5 star quality. Coming to Sapa Friendly Inn & Travel , you will have chance to experience the 5 star quality service with your limited budget. At the Sapa Friendly Inn & Travel ,we combine great customer service, great staff attitude and a warm friendly environment with plenty of charm, chic design, modern comfort and facilities. Our tourist information desk is leading by Ms. Hương who has more than 15 Years experienced in the tourism industry by being tour guide and tour operator will open to help you book tours or tickets to specific destinations. We can also provide excellent advice on what to do with your time in Vietnam.
A pleasant stay
Reviewed By mikee02138I only spent one night here but I enjoyed my stay. The couple who worked there invited me for dinner at the inn to celebrate the ongoing Lunar New Year with their friends. The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. The bed was quite firm but I slept well. The location is close to the Sa Pa center but it is uphill, which was fine for me but maybe not others. A staff member picked me up from the Hanoi bus and also dropped me off for my return. I felt very welcomed here and had everything I needed. WiFi and hot water worked well. Thank you!
6. Topas Riverside Lodge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 52 reviews
Located deep in the Sapa valley, in the heart of the mountains, Topas Riverside Lodge offers overnight stays within a traditional minority village, making for a truly authentic cultural experience. Tucked away amidst winding rivers and a verdant-green forest, you will discover how the Red Dao community continues to live the same way they have for centuries. This part of the valley is a hidden treasure that to this day sees little in the way of tourism. Here, you can discover the authentic Vietnam beyond the well-trodden tourist paths of Sapa town and enjoy the friendliness and hospitality of the local community. Topas Riverside Lodge aims to provide a unique experience in an environment, inspired by native traditions and lifestyle; and yet perfectly comfortable and modernised to suit the tastes of even the most seasoned travellers. At their doorstep, the guests will find plentiful options for outdoor adventures and cultural encounters. The lodge offers 14 spacious, air-conditioned en-suite rooms, including four with river frontage and views, and two family rooms. The rooms are complete with comfortable beds, mosquito nets, high-quality in-room amenities, including hair dryers and slippers, and a complimentary wi-fi throughout. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis. Additionally, limo/town car service, tour/ticket assistance and a picnic area are on-site.
Now chasing the money, not the experience.
Reviewed By DionM_12I visited riverside before the renovations and felt like the lodge back then had more charm and authenticity, with lower expectations i was not disappointed by the small things that came to annoy me, along with the much higher price tag that accompanied this recent trip. THE ROOMS: The recent room renovations have significantly reduced the room sizes to allow for a tiny ensuite (the showers were very nice though) and the "riverview" room is just a tiny window poked into the corner of your space. 2 single beds pushed together made for a big cavity in the middle and along with the single bedspread, made for an uncomfortable 1st night, untill more bedding was requested. Fixtures and fittings were nice and i'm sure the new aircon unit will be a welcome addition when summer arrives. the ground floor rooms have a lot of overhead noise as this converted stilt-house has wooden floors above you. so just bear that in mind if you come here and are expecting total silence at night. FOOD: Given that Topas banks on its inbound tourists from europe, i wasn't surprised to see a paredback menu of some set dishes offered instead of an a la carte offering whilst their numbers are low. However i was surprised when after looking at the set menu with my wife and kids and getting excited for some of these dishes, that the food that actually came out was significantly different than was written on the menu. I understand seasonality changes and the need to vary the offering but it was actually pointless looking at a menu at all, food arrived at the table with no explanation and when you are paying 1 million dong a day for food, i was expecting something a little more special. One of the kitchen staff had a cold throughout our stay and none of the staff wore masks when prepping food . The head chef arrived halfway through our visit and the chef in me was half expecting the food service to lift when he got in and started merticulously preparing an exciting looking menu for New Years Eve in 2 days time. But the alternatives-to-the-menu food stayed the same for both lunch's and dinners and remained unchecked for the rest of the stay. Breakfast was ok. pancakes/cereal/rolls/bacon/pho/eggs. there is VERY little in terms of snack options in the village, and nothing in the lodge itself, we took snacks for the kids and that definitely tied us over between main meals. Both the Mulled wine and cinnamon drinks were really nice, but not actually on the menu to buy and only served as token gestures during our stay, The food was pretty much the same as you could buy at any small restaurant in any town. culinarily i was disappointed. ACTIVITIES: Primarily we were going there to relax and chill out and the lodge is great for that. Although at times it made me feel pretty uncomfortable sitting on the deck with a glass of wine whilst watching the local 60-70 year old woman struggling to drag massive piles of bamboo across the river, all i could manage was a half hearted thumbs up whilst i shrunk back into my privilege on the balcony. one of the draw cards for my wife was the allure of a red Dao herbal bath. we both had one whilst there. The description on the brochure and the actual event were miles away from each other. If any of the "herbs" were foraged it wasn't apparent or even explained, my wife was left a little uncomfortable when her bath experience was led by a gruff local man and any notion of a relaxed atmosphere was dissolved. my bath experience was ok, but nowhere near worth the 450.000 price tag attached to this experience. We also had the "campfire memories" activity where we paid for marshmellow to roast but instead got 3 skewers of marshmellow and some dough which we were supposed to cook on the fire? the arrangement felt rushed and inconvenient. The Experience. I was kinda hoping that Topas were lifting their game with the riverside lodge upgrades and was excited to re-visit with my family and show them this beautiful place with a business that was helping tourists to appreciate, understand and participate in minority lifestyle. However the refurbishment has only served to allow larger volumes of wealthy tourists to pay inflated prices to be fed average food and sit on a balcony watching locals struggle to gather firewood in difficult terrain. I left disappointed and disheartened with the direction that Riverside has taken. It would be possible for Topas to redeem itself by: 1. VISIBLY investing more in the local village. 2. Review its F&B operation and keep it inline with what it says its producing. 3. Review its paid experiences to actually reflect what is printed in your brochure. Our 3 nights at Topas Riverside including food was almost 19 million dong, this did not include transfers from Hanoi ( Topas quoted us 8 million return from Hanoi) we found a private car for 6 million. so over 25 million for 3 nights. Lots of Work to Do.
7. Amica House
Overall Ratings
5 based on 5 reviews
Amica house, situed Lao Chai village, best location to discover the Muong Hoa Valley , is the fisrt guesthouse having private room with ensuite private bathroom and toilet in this area. If you are searching for beautiful location , in privacy, for your stay in Sapa, this is a perfect choice
Ottimo posto
Reviewed By rita mVISITATA AGOSTO 2018 (purtroppo il calendario del sito non permette di fare di meglio) La casa tradizionale è gestita da una bella famiglia molto ospitale ed accogliente. Pulitissima e con un magnifico panorama. Ottima la colazione.
8. Hmong Sapa Sister House
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Mejor lugar en Sapa
Reviewed By Elisa-1996-3Es el mejor sitio donde puedes hospedarte en Sapa. Lily, la mujer que lleva el homestay es simplemente maravillosa. Sus desayunos están buenísimos y los precios de la comida también. Recomiendo sobretodo la cena familiar. Las habitaciones están limpias y las vistas y el entorno no puede ser mejor. VOLVEREMOS SEGURO!!
9. Sapa Light Hostel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Very comfortable and relaxed hostel
Reviewed By londonash27Stayed here for 2 nights and slept so well. The beds are large and really comfortable in the dorm rooms. Every bed has curtains and a mosquito net. Lockers provided and a handy little cupboard in each bunk. The owners are really friendly and speak good English. I booked a trekking tour from the hostel which worked out considerably cheaper than I could find elsewhere in the town. The tour was well organised and fun with a great group of people. Had all of my clothes and shoes washed while staying here and it all came back within a few hours for a very reasonable price. Would definitely stay here again.
10. Sapa Mountain City Hotel
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 15 reviews
Great
Reviewed By NancyK2769Everything was good, the room is clean, hot shower, can also warm the bed ! The view is good but now have another hotel disturbing it a little bit.. The owner is very helpfull and speak English as well ! He made our trip great ! Thanks to him !
