Homestay · Lao Chai, Sa Pa

ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking

Thon lo, lao chai, Sapa, 31000 Sa Pa, Vietnam·View on map

Exceptional13 reviews
9.7
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A Lao Chai homestay with mountain-view rooms, a terrace and a family room with balcony, near the villages of Mường Hoa valley.

Check-infrom 12:00
Check-outuntil 12:00
Parking✕ Not available
WiFiPaid
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastAsian

Description

ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking is a homestay in Lao Chai, 4.6 km from Sa Pa town, with mountain-view rooms. Lao Chai sits in the Mường Hoa valley south-east of town, among rice terraces and villages associated with Hmong, Giay and Red Dao communities. The property offers a double room for two and a family room for up to three, with a single and a double bed in the latter. Both room types have a terrace and mountain views; the family room also has a balcony.

Room facilities include a shower, toilet, towels, toilet paper, linen, heating, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker. Dining areas are provided, and the double room also has an electric kettle. An Asian breakfast is offered, and reception staff speak English and Vietnamese. The homestay has no parking and no internet access. The Lao Chai hamlet is 550 m away, while the Muong Hoa Valley viewpoint is 1 km away.

Rooms

2 room types

ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking offers a Double Room with Mountain View for two people and a Family Room with Mountain View for up to three. Both have mountain views and a terrace, giving the range a shared outdoor feature. The double room has one double bed; the family room combines one single bed with one double bed and adds a balcony. This separates the two choices by sleeping layout and capacity, with the family option suited to a small group and the double room arranged for a pair.

Both room types include a shower, toilet, towels, toilet paper and linen, along with heating, a refrigerator, tea and coffee maker and kitchenware. Both rooms have a dining area. A dining table and electric kettle are also among the room amenities, while the balcony belongs to the family room alone.

Double Room with Mountain View — ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking
Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed

This two-person room has one double bed, mountain views and a terrace. Its facilities include a dining area, heating, a tea and coffee maker, refrigerator and kitchenware, with an electric kettle also provided. The terrace and mountain outlook distinguish it as the simpler room for a pair.

Mountain viewTerraceHeating
Family Room with Mountain View — ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking
Max. 3 guests 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed

Designed for up to three people, this room combines one single bed with one double bed. It is the only room type with a balcony, in addition to its terrace and mountain view. Heating, a refrigerator, tea and coffee maker, and kitchenware round out its practical facilities.

BalconyTerraceMountain view

Facilities

18 facilities
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Terrace
Shower

The facilities centre on practical room equipment and outdoor space. Tea and coffee are available through a maker, with an electric kettle, refrigerator and kitchenware also provided. The dining table and dining area give you a place to sit for meals. A shower and toilet are accompanied by towels, toilet paper and linen. Heating is provided indoors, while mountain views feature in the rooms. The homestay also has a terrace. Guests can choose an Asian breakfast. The family room has a balcony as well as the terrace. There is no parking at the property, and internet access is not available. Mountain views and the terrace are the principal shared features across both room types.

General

  • Terrace
  • Heating

Food & drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Mountain view
  • View
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Dining area

ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking is in Lao Chai, a village in the Mường Hoa valley south-east of Sa Pa. The valley follows the Mường Hoa river, with rice terraces and Hmong, Giay and Red Dao settlements along its slopes. Nhà Thờ Giáo Xứ Lao Chải is 150 m away, the Lao Chai hamlet is 550 m away, and the Muong Hoa Valley viewpoint is 1 km away. The landscape here is shaped by the river corridor and terraced hillsides, with village paths linking the valley settlements.

Sa Pa Bus Station is 4.6 km from the homestay. Sleeper buses from Hanoi reach Sa Pa Bus Station; travellers taking the overnight train arrive at Lao Cai railway station, about 35 km away, then continue by bus or taxi up the mountain road for around an hour. There is no parking at the property, so you cannot leave a vehicle on site. Check-in is from 12:00 to 22:00. Sa Pa Lake and Sa Pa Stone Church are in the town centre, while the Fansipan cable car departs from the Sun World station on the edge of town.

For nearby outings, Suspension Bridge is 1.4 km away, Tả Van village is 1.6 km away and Hâu Thào village is 2.7 km away. Núi Hàm Rồng is 3.2 km away. The terraces are green from June to August and golden at harvest in September and early October. June to August is also the wettest period; March to May and September to November are generally more settled, while December to February can be cold, foggy and occasionally frosty.

  • Nhà Thờ Giáo Xứ Lao Chải
    A local church close to the village settlement and surrounding terraces.
    150 m
  • Lao Chai
    The nearby hamlet sits among valley villages and terraced hillsides.
    550 m
  • Muong Hoa Valley
    A viewpoint over the valley's river corridor and cultivated mountain slopes.
    1 km
  • Suspension Bridge
    A suspension bridge on a walking route through the surrounding valley.
    1.4 km
  • Tả Van
    A neighbouring valley village among rice terraces and ethnic communities.
    1.6 km
  • Sapa Market
    A town market for local produce and everyday shopping in Sa Pa.
    4.2 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want a village stay in Lao Chai among the rice terraces of Mường Hoa valley.
  • ✓you value mountain views, which feature in both room types.
  • ✓you are travelling as a small family: the Family Room accommodates up to three and has a balcony and terrace.
  • ✓you prefer outdoor space, with a terrace in both rooms and an extra balcony in the family room.
  • ✓you appreciate practical room equipment such as heating, a refrigerator, an electric kettle and kitchenware.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you need internet access for work or streaming; the homestay has no internet access.
  • ✕you are arriving by car and require on-site parking, which is not available.
  • ✕you are travelling with more than three people in one room; the family room accommodates up to three.
  • ✕you are planning a hen, stag or similar party; the property does not accommodate these groups.

What guests say

13 verified reviews
9.7

Guests rate the staff, cleanliness and comfort particularly highly. Value for money, facilities and the setting also score strongly, giving the property a consistently positive profile across the categories.

Staff10.0
Cleanliness10.0
Comfort9.9
Value for money9.7
Facilities9.6
Location9.6

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking cost?

Rates at ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking vary by season, room type and dates. See the current rate for your stay through our booking partners.

How do I get to ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking?

ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking is in Lao Chai, 4.6 km from Sa Pa Bus Station. A taxi is a practical option for the final stretch into the valley village. The homestay has no on-site parking; its address is in Thon lo, Lao Chai. Check-in is from 12:00 to 22:00, and the property is outside the town centre.

What is near ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking?

ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking is 150 m from Nhà Thờ Giáo Xứ Lao Chải and 550 m from the Lao Chai hamlet. Muong Hoa Valley viewpoint is 1 km away; Suspension Bridge is 1.4 km away and Tả Van village is 1.6 km away. Sapa Market is 4.2 km from the homestay. The church, viewpoint, bridge and village are in the Mường Hoa valley area.

What breakfast does ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking serve?

ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking offers an Asian breakfast. Tea and coffee makers are available in both room types, and the Double Room also has an electric kettle.

What rooms can I book at ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking?

ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking has a Double Room with Mountain View for two people and a Family Room with Mountain View for three. Both have a terrace and mountain views; the family room also has a balcony and one single bed alongside a double bed.

Is parking available at ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking?

ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking has no parking available on site. Travellers arriving by car will need to make separate arrangements for their vehicle during the stay.

Does ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking have internet access?

ZaaZaa Homestay & Trekking has no internet access. The rooms and shared areas therefore do not provide a connection for browsing, messaging or online work.

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