Sa Pa · Mường Hoa Valley
Discover Sapa, step by step.
Misty trails, mountain villages and colourful markets with local guides — pick the route that suits you.
From Chin Chin
Hello, I’m Chin Chin. Welcome to our home in the valley — here you’re not a tourist, but part of the family.
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Wooden rooms, valley views
A range of different rooms; simple, warm and real. Each one opens onto the silence of the mountains and the family table.
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Standard King Room
1 large double bed · 2 guests
A large double bed; simple, warm and peaceful.
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Double Room — Mountain View
1 large double bed · 2 guests · Mountain view
Wake to the morning mist with a mountain view.
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Single Room — Garden View
1 single bed · 1 guests · Garden view
A peaceful single-bed corner overlooking the garden.
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Quadruple Room
4 single beds · 4 guests
Four single beds; for groups of friends and families.
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King Room — Garden View
1 large double bed · 2 guests · Garden view
A large bed and a lush garden view.
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King Room — With Balcony
1 large double bed · 2 guests · Rice terrace
A private balcony looking out over the rice terraces.
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Deluxe Double Room
1 large double bed · 2 guests · Garden & mountain view
A spacious double with a seating nook and a terrace, opening to garden and mountain views.
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Triple Room — Terrace
1 single + 1 large double bed · 3 guests · Garden & mountain view
One single and one double bed, a seating area and a private terrace — a peaceful space for three.
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Apartment — Terrace
2 large double beds · 4 guests · Garden & mountain view
A fully equipped apartment with a kitchenette, seating area and terrace — for families of four.
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Every evening · shared table
Family table
Family table
Every evening, all together
Fresh, home-made and heartfelt from our kitchen. Not a guest, but part of the family.
Family Dinner
Affordable Every evening · shared table Just let us know by 5:00 PM.
Home-cooked dishes that change each night at the long shared table. There’s always a vegetarian option.
Start of the day
Breakfast (free with every package)
A warm spread as the Sapa mist drifts down the valley: fresh, homemade and unhurried every morning. Included in all stay packages.
- Buffet / à la carte / Asian-style
- Home-style pancakes & bánh mì
- Tea & coffee (black / with milk)
- Kid-friendly buffet
On-site restaurant
Lololy Restaurant
Our on-site restaurant — open from morning to cocktail hour; Vietnamese and European cuisine.
- Vietnamese & European cuisine
- Vegetarian · Vegan · Halal
- Brunch · Lunch · Dinner · High tea
- Family-friendly & welcoming setting
H'mong tradition
The blue that holds the village together
the indigo that binds us
For the H'mong people, indigo blue is more than just a colour.
It’s the thread that holds clothing, identity and the village together.
Hand-dyed and passed down through generations — somewhere between the sky and the earth.
Our home is furnished with hand-woven H’mong textiles; this indigo lives in every corner.
From our guests
Being a guest of a family
9.7
/ 10
44 reviews
Peaceful, relaxing and close to nice trekking spots. The home-cooked dinner was absolutely delicious — the only downside is that I didn't stay longer!
Great value and a very social environment. You can see that Chin Chin genuinely cares and was always there to make us feel welcome. Will definitely return!
Excellent bed, great food, helpful staff. Chin Chin is very knowledgeable and puts on an excellent family dinner.
Everything was wonderful! They sort absolutely everything out for you — washing, transport, food, tours. Our favourite stay in three months of travel.
Honestly the best food I've ever tasted in Vietnam — authentic, fresh and perfectly seasoned. They treated me like family. One night was definitely not enough!
The hosts made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. We were blown away by the delicious family dinner — authentic and amazing. A must-stay!
The most hospitable place I've visited in Vietnam. I was welcomed with a soothing cup of hot tea, and they kept checking I was comfortable. A true gem in Sapa.
We arrived after 11pm, exhausted and starving, and they went straight to the kitchen to cook us a late meal. They don't just give you a room; they take care of you.
A quiet corner away from the hustle and bustle. Waking up to the mist-shrouded landscape with a hot cup of tea in the cool Sapa air — a complete, memorable experience.
Everyone is incredibly kind and welcoming. Chin Chin is a truly strong woman with an inspiring story. The rooms are clean and have everything you need. Highly recommend!
Everything is fantastic — right across from the most beautiful part of Ta Van. Spotlessly clean, the care from Chin Chin and her lovely family, and delicious food and breakfast.
The place, the welcome, the meals… Chin Chin is a wonderful woman. Honestly, this is THE place to stay in Sapa!
Chin Chin is incredible and so generous. The homestay is perfectly located in the middle of the rice fields. I recommend the family dinner, where she shares the story of her village.
Everything was great — we were practically the only ones there. It's basic but really nice, and the showers are great. A good place for a night or two :)
We loved our stay in the lovely town of Ta Van, just outside Sa Pa. A welcoming, cosy place to relax — the family dinner was absolutely delicious and Chin Chin is an impressive, attentive host with a lovely family (and dog!).
The perfect place to calm down after the Ha Giang loop or the chaos of Hanoi. The view from the terrace is stunning and the trekking routes start right on the other side of the valley.
Chin Chin and her family were absolutely lovely — so attentive and helpful. Breakfast was included and very filling. The location is close to Sa Pa yet has the charm of a peaceful stay surrounded by nature.
A wonderful location set among the rice fields of the stunning Mường Hoa valley, run by a lovely family who made me feel extremely welcome. Very clean and well-maintained, with delicious food.
Amazing people, so warm and cosy. Come straight here and skip the centre of Sa Pa — I had such a great time with such beautiful people. Don't miss the family dinner!
Chin Chin is an incredible woman. We spent a wonderful five days here, far from the city. She shared her very moving story with us, and the family meals were beautiful moments of sharing.
Chin Chin is a revolutionary woman who deeply loves her village and culture. I highly recommend her homestay to anyone curious to truly understand Hmong culture.
The family really makes you feel welcomed into their home. I got to celebrate Tết with them and it was wonderful to experience the culture. If you're looking for a real, authentic Vietnamese experience, come here.
Check-in was easy and relaxed — we just messaged on WhatsApp, even late at night — and the room was very affordable. In the evenings we joined the lovely family dinner.
A home away from home. It felt so homely, and Chin Chin and her family were so welcoming — beautiful home, beautiful family, beautiful scenery.
An absolute highlight for me and my partner. Chin Chin is an inspiration, and our room had a beautiful view of the rice fields and mountains.
If you don't stay here, you're missing out! Chin Chin and her staff truly care about every guest. If you want to feel like part of the family, stay here.
The best homestay we've stayed at in Vietnam. They share their culture and daily life, and the family dinner is a must. I definitely recommend it!
The owners were very nice and hospitable.
Chin Chin goes above and beyond — she even coordinated my Fansipan trek. Clean, perfectly situated, with easy access to great trekking spots.
The highlight of my trip. The family dinner felt like a true home-cooked feast and the perfect place to meet fellow travellers. You arrive a guest and leave family.
I arrived a traveler and left feeling like family. I spent afternoons learning about Batik and hearing stories no guidebook could tell — a real bond with the Hmong community.
The owner and her family are so kind; we had great times at the family dinner and the food is very good. The rooms are basic, but I needed nothing more — and it's very cheap.
Warm family hospitality. A kind invitation to the shared dinner, wonderful cooking, and valuable tips for travelling around northern Vietnam.
Everything was a delight. Lovely family, delicious and plentiful food, a cosy room and clean bathrooms. The stay is absolutely worth it.
An authentic homestay with a real glimpse into Hmong culture. Chin Chin is a very strong woman who welcomed us warmly, and the family dinner was excellent.
A homely place with a kind, interesting host who speaks excellent English. She welcomed us and told us about herself and the culture. In a village outside Sapa with a beautiful view.
Chin Chin is an inspiring woman and so kind, as is the rest of the staff.
Chin Chin's house is simply the best homestay. Chin, her husband and her mum are a wonderful family who welcome you as their own — and her story is amazing. Only 15 minutes (9 km) from Sa Pa.
Chin Chin is an absolute joy — a real wonder woman who cares about each and every guest. Comfy beds, warm blankets, and although it's a little outside the city it's honestly worth it: the views and the hikes are amazing.
We had the chance to stay six nights and it was great! The food is very good and the portions generous. Thank you Chin Chin and the family for the warm welcome — we'll be back!
Absolutely wonderful stay — a homestay where you truly feel at home. Chin Chin is a great host and also a guide, so you can book a lovely trek with her, and her mum cooks really well.
On our first night we were welcomed into the family's Lunar New Year celebration and enjoyed the sociable family dinners. Chin Chin is incredibly hard-working and made our stay unforgettable.
Our time with Chin Chin was wonderful — we felt at home right away. She radiates incredible energy and has a beautiful story; a real role model. Spending time with her mother was so much fun too.
The people running this place are amazing and always do everything they can for you — explaining everything and helping with your plans. Prices are very affordable and it's so relaxing; if I could have stayed two months, I would have.
A wonderful and truly authentic experience. Chin Chin is an exceptional host — always available, smiling and attentive to every detail.
They deserve every five-star rating they have — such a sweet family, and the price is amazing.
“Exceptional” 9.7 on Booking and 5★ on Google — quotes from real guest reviews.
Frames from the valley
Green after the rain
Misty hills, wooden rooms, the shared table and the trails.
Where we are
Right in the middle of the valley
thôn Bản Pho, Mường Hoa valley — close to nature, within reach of everywhere.
thôn Bản Pho, xã Mường Hoa, Tả Van, Lào Cai, Vietnam
- Sapa Sky View (restaurant) 300 m
- Ham Rong Mountain & Garden 9 km
- Sa Pa Bus Station 9 km
- Sa Pa Stone Church 9,3 km
- Sa Pa Lake 10 km
- Fansipan Cable Car 12 km
Our invitation
Made with love in the Mường Hoa valley.
We’ll be waiting for you in our valley
We’re just a message away. Send us your dates and we’ll arrange the rest.