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Offering a garden and mountain view, Sapa Hillcrest homestay is situated in Lao Cai, 8.5 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station and 4.2 km from Sa Pa Lake. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service.

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!

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9.7
Exceptional
23 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Situated 15 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, 11 km from Sa Pa Lake and 10 km from Sa Pa Stone Church, O Châu Homestay Lào Cai provides accommodation set in Lao Cai. This homestay offers free private parking and full-day security. The homestay features mountain views, a children's playground, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

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.

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9.7
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

All units in the homestay are equipped with a kettle. With a shared bathroom fitted with a bidet and slippers, units at the homestay also boast free WiFi, while certain rooms are equipped with a terrace. At the homestay, each unit includes bed linen and towels.

Everything was perfect. The area is stunning and very calm. The host were very nice and always available. The room was confortable. I highly recommend this place!

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9.9
Exceptional
80 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

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. The property has garden and quiet street views, and is 1.1 km from Sa Pa Lake. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

The family was super friendly and helpful. We came back at 1AM and they waited up for us before locking the gate. The house was brand new, they had just finished building it not long ago. The room was spotless clean, fully equipped and really warm even though it was 10 degree outside. Thank you so much for a warm and pleasant stay!

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9.5
Exceptional
37 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Set in Lao Cai and only 15 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, Sapa Guide Homestay & Trekking offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated guest house is located 11 km from Sa Pa Lake and 10 km from Sa Pa Stone Church. When staying at the guest house, guests can use private entrance.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

Situated in Lao Cai, Vĩ Homestay features accommodation with seating area. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the mountain and garden.

We were welcomed heartily into the homestay by the family. We were served a home made dinner upon arrival, we just had a 3 hour bike ride from Sapa and the host placed a heating lamp in our room. If you want an authentic feel of life here and are planning to go to the Bac Ha market nearby, this is thé place to go. All communications went through Google Translate by the family's oldest son, as they speak no English.

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7.8
Good
9 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Located within 10 km of Sa Pa Lake and 10 km of Sa Pa Stone Church in Lao Cai, Healing Homestay Sapa provides accommodation with seating area. The property features mountain and garden views, and is 14 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

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£14
per night

Situated in Lao Cai and only 14 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, Mama Si Si Sapa Homestay and Trekking features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This homestay provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony. The property is non-smoking and is located 10 km from Sa Pa Lake.

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Situated in Lao Cai and only 13 km from Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station, O'chau Homestay Sapa features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 9 km from Sa Pa Lake. Guests can make use of a garden.

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£20
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Featuring mountain views, Chau Chau homestay provides accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 11 km from Sa Pa Lake. The property is located 11 km from Sa Pa Stone Church, 11 km from Sa Pa Bus Station and 11 km from Ham Rong Garden - Ham Rong Mountain. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Fansipan Legend Cable Car Station is 16 km away.

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£7
per night

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  • Avg. price/night: £21.71
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 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.
    Brett
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £9.55
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 23 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.
    Lukas
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £10.24
    10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews
    We have been travelling for two months and this was our favourite homestay yet. Lysa is so kind and welcoming, and her husband made us amazing food for dinner and breakfast. Her house was lovely, had amazing views and comfy bed. Great place to go if you want to learn more about local culture in Sapa. Thank you Lysa 💕
    Maisy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £9.55
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 23 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!
    Caitlin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £10.24
    10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews
    I love this Family I love the food This is the best place to stay during my trip to Vietnam. The host family is very kind. They helped us a lot. They accommodated everything you needed. They tell us about life here. I would recommend this place
    zu
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £9.55
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 23 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 !
    Wechterowicz
    Young couple
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 80 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.
    Ylva
    Family with young children
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 80 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!
    Silva
    Young couple
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 80 reviews
    Lovely hosts, good location. Lovely local village absolutely the host will help you hire a motorbike if needed. Lovely dinner and breakfast. They also did laundry for us.
    John
    Young couple
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 80 reviews
    Our stay was such a great experience. Being with our local H’mong hosts was a great cultural experience, and we are grateful to them for serving such large traditional meals and educating us on their history and language. The homestay is located in the mountain valley and we enjoyed walks up and along the peaks of the mountains that surrounded jt. We would return to this beautiful location without a doubt.
    Ethan
    Young couple
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