Sapa is not only well-known for its scenic beauty and cool climate, but also for the cultural characteristics of minority communities in Sapa and surrounding villages. Therefore, staying at Homestay in Sapa will be your chance to experience the full beauty of Sapa – especially the homestay in the village area.
Homestays in Sapa are concentrated in two main areas: Sapa Town and surrounding area and Lao Chai Ta Van area. Here are the highly rated Homestays in Sapa (the list is always updated).
Homestay in Sapa and surrounding area
Sapa Little View homestay
Located in central Sapa, just a 5-minute walk from Stone Church, Little View Homestay offers an on-site bar and free Wi-Fi in all areas.
All rooms are made of pine wood and have a private bathroom with a shower. Rooms are small and very cozy. The homeowners are very friendly to guide tourists around Sapa. Budgeted travelers find this homestay affordable. Room rate on booking is about $ 15 for a double room for two persons (not including breakfasts).
Guests can enjoy meals at the 24-hour on-site restaurant, which serves drinks and local dishes made of organic origins.
Yen’s House
Yen’s House is a traditional mountain bungalow located on the edge of Sa Pa Town, 2 km from Sa Pa Lake and Sapa Stone Church. Homestay has its own restaurant, all rooms offer views of the mountains or the garden.
Homestay has a 24-hour front desk, barbecue facilities, a children’s playground and a terrace for sunbathing. This B&B also offers motorbike rental.
Room rate on booking is about $ 15 for a double room for 2 persons (inclusive of breakfasts).
Hint: A suitable schedule for experiencing the beauty of Sapa is the combination of spending a day at the hotel in Sapa town and a night in the villages.
The Haven Sapa Camp Site
The Haven is on the way to Cat Cat village, about 2km from the center. With a location on the hill, from here you can enjoy the panoramic view of Sapa from any corner. On the brightest days, you can watch the sky shimmering and breathe a little cold air of Sapa.
The Haven has 2 dorm rooms including 30 beds which are very suitable for backpackers. The room rate is about 150,000 VND / person / night (including breakfast). There is also an Outdoor Bar & Camp Site (outdoor bar and camping area); 360 Lounge (bar with 360 ° views on the top of the hill between Muong Hoa valley), Cinema & BBQ Terrace and Haven Restaurant.
VietTrekking Home Sapa
VietTrekking Home Sapa is known as “The End House” because it is located at the end of Hoang Lien Road. The house is small and hiding in the clouds, with Fansipan peak soaring and majestic Hoang Lien Son on the right.
VietTrekking Home Sapa is located away from the bustling heart of the city, for those who want to find a simple and peaceful place, this is the ideal place to stay. The weather in VietTrekking Home Sapa area is also full of four seasons with the morning having cool spring weather; During the midday having sun like summer, usually with the sun; the afternoon having wind is like slightly cool autumn and the night is the like cold winter.
Address: The last house of Hoang Lien road, Sa Pa town, Sa Pa district, Lao Cai province. From the intersection of Cau May – Fansipan (Center) turn about 500m to VietTrekking Home Sapa.
Single bed in a dorm room is $ 6, double room for $ 15 (Hotline: 090 212 12 34)
Homestays in Lao Chai Ta Van area
Sali House
Sali House is located at the end of Ta Van village, only 20 minutes drive from Sapa. Staying at Sali House, you will enjoy the fresh nature. A 10-minute walk from Sali House would present to you a fountain with clear water. Also, try to conquer the nearby hills to visit Giang Ta Chai, walk on May bridge, study the indigenous people’s everyday life, or enjoy the specialties of Sapa such as thang co, chicken hot pot, sticky three-color rice.
Many visitors coming to Sali House simply want to escape from the urban sprawl, so do not be surprised if you find someone staying here all week without getting bored. All they look for is just a pleasant, calm and quiet place to read. Every day, going to the market to buy food, cook your own meals and enjoy your tasty dishes in the cool air of Sapa are way more than enough for a trip. Room rate on booking is about $ 30 for a double room for 2 persons (inclusive of breakfasts).
Phorri’s House
Phorri’s House is a beautiful little house located in Ta Van village, about 10 km from Sapa town. In front of the house, small fountains are flowing. On dry days, you can go to the fountain, sitting back on big rocks to read books. In the afternoon, walking a little higher up, sitting down on a rice field and admire the vast terraced fields running to the horizon, watching the sunset on the mountains. A sense of peace cannot be described by words.
Room rates are $ 30 per night per room for 2 people. Adding 3rd person would surcharge 10 USD per person. The whole family of 14 people can sleep together as warm mattresses and pillows are properly provided. Booking for the entire house would cost $ 120 per day. Moreover, in Tet and holidays, room prices do not increase.
In addition, the plus points of Phorri’s House are homestay equipped with a full kitchen for those who love cooking. You can go shopping to prepare your food. Besides, there are fine wines, teas, and coffees. The bathroom has hot water, blanket warm for the snow season. All this will bring you a peaceful holiday in Sapa. Room rate on booking is about $ 30 for a double room for 2 persons (inclusive of breakfasts).
Eco Palms House
Eco Palms House is located in Lao Chai village with views of Hoang Lien Son and Muong Hoa valley. Eco Palms House consists of 5 bungalows, each bungalow is designed as the typical architect of ethnic minority groups living in Sapa including Mong, Dao Do, Tay, Giay and Xa Pho.
The bungalows are designed with materials close to nature and environmentally friendly such as wood, bamboo, roof, etc which results in atmosphere cool in summer and warm in winter. Bungalow rate for 2 persons is about $ 90
Joy House
Joy House is a new homestay that has been put into operation in mid-2017, located in Ta Van village about 8 km from Sapa town. Homestay is clean, quiet, air is very fresh and airy, near a waterfall so you should hear the waterfall all day. The host is extremely friendly, enthusiastic and funny. The house is comfortable enough but still retains the traditional features of the H’Mong house.
Surrounding homestay is majestic mountains. Early in the morning or late in the afternoon, you should climb up to see the waterfall to see the whole village, admire the sunrise and sunset.
Dorm room price is $ 8 and private room rate is $ 18, Homestay phone number: 0987-030-387
Other beautiful homestays near Sapa
Nam Cang Riverside Lodge
Nam Cang Riverside Lodge is located in Nam Cang village, home to the Red Dao people. Just crossing a small bridge across the river and you will find yourselves in this beautiful homestay. Nam Cang Riverside Lodge is comprised of 7 twin / double rooms and 2 family rooms with all the comforts presented in any luxury hotels.
The signature of Nam Cang Riverside Lodge is a beautiful view of the river. There is nothing better than sitting beside the river, listening to the murmuring water, sipping a hot tea or a cup of coffee and admiring the majestic mountains of Sapa.
In addition, resting here, and you are just a few steps away from the village where you can explore many interesting activities of the indigenous people.
Sapa Heavenly Homestay
Located in Ta Phin village, about 17km to the east of Sapa downtown, Sapa Heavenly homestay is beautifully designed, completely made of high-grade anti-mosquito wood.
Because of its special location, Sapa Heavenly is where you can admire the whole romantic view of the Sapa. Here, you would have a chance to learn the activities of the indigenous people such as: planting rice, planting vegetable, gathering around the fire in the evening, grilling food, enjoying the warm atmosphere.
Room rates: dorm room is $5 / person/ night, double room is at $10 /night and VIP bungalow is $30 / night. Phone number: 097 556 53 08
Hmong Mountain Retreat
Hmong Mountain Retreat is a complex consisting of over 70- year-old stilt houses. This is the place where you can feel the bond between yourselves and nature in Sapa.
Here, you would stay in the bungalows amidst the green terraces, sloping down the mountain. In front of the big stilts, there is a very beautiful paved artificial lake which creates a romantic setting for the homestay. In terms of rooms, you can choose two forms: “Shared-room” (staying with many people) or bungalows that can accommodate 2 or 3 people with a view of the beautiful hills.
Reference price: 800000 VND per bungalow; 200000 – 250,000 VND per shared-room.
Topas Ecolodge Sapa
Located about 18 km from Sapa downtown, Topas Ecolodge features 25 rooms, designed in traditional stilt style with wooden furniture and rustic stone. Stepping into the space of the Topas room, you will feel the romantic atmosphere as being in harmony with nature. All rooms have a private balcony overlooking the valley, from which you can admire the view of the romantic valley covered with green terraces and Muong Hoa fountain winding around the foot of the mountain.
This is the ideal choice for those who want to find a place to escape the noisy crowd, immerse in beautiful majestic nature, feel a slow and peaceful life.