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We could not fault the hotel or staff in any way. Everyone was so very friendly, smily and helpful. We were given terrific advice about walks around the town and prices we could expect to pay. For example, we were told that beers would be 15-25,000 dong (depending on size and brand). This was reassuring to us, so that we didn't feel we were being over-charged anywhere. We had been scammed at the bus station in Lao Cai when we wanted a bus to Bac Ha. A conductor aggressively stood in our way, grabbed our bag and almost forced us on to a bus demanding 500,000 dong for the 2 of us. This is a common scam. Our advice is to be warned and step around the horrible man, the true cost should be 60,000 dong each. Don't pay the conductor, pay the driver. So back to the story - the manager at Ngan Nga Bac Ha arranged our return bus to Lao Cai and paid the driver on our behalf. Can't thank him enough!!!

its a new place. The bed is softer then many other places have. the staff/family is very very welcoming. The location is 1 km away from the market so you can easily walk there. if you stay there. Join them on the familydinner. A lot of delicious food is served. Shower is good. I can recommend this place. One of the better I've been too.

This was most definitely our favourite stay in Vietnam. The host is spectacular and the accommodation was top notch! Huy Trung & his family were so friendly, helpful and went out of their way to ensure our stay was the best! We enjoyed very much the motorbike ride up the mountain and the huge hike up and around the mountains to experience amazing vistas and meet the Hmong people during our hike. We had a really thrilling day on the back of bikes to travel through such remote beauty and take in the Can Cau Saturday market. This was a real highlight being witness to such amazing traditions of the Hmong people! Thank you so very much Huy Trung for making this so memorable! Highly recommended!

We really enjoyed our stay at the Cong Fu Hotel! The rooms are huge and clean wirh a fantastic view over the market!! The family who owns the hotel is extremely friendly, it was a pleasure to spend time with them!! The food is the best we had in whole Vietnam in 4 weeks!! One morning I asked for noodle soup and because they did not have the vegetables, the owner's mom even went to the market to buy the ingredients!!! Incredibly nice!! My son played with the kids there and was allowed to use their toys! He also had the most amazing time there! Then the owner took us on his bike to go around the area - I have never experienced a more beautiful place! I absolutely recommend staying at this place, it is the best hotel in Bac Ha and also the best restauant!! We will always remember our stay there! Thank you so much!!

Such a great experience. I highly recommend this place. I stayed 4 nights as solo female traveller. Was warmly welcomed, fed better then I have been for a long time and had a overall fantastic experience. Can't rate high enough. Get there: Took the train from Hanoi to Lao Cai (approx $40), took bus from Lao Cai to Bac Ha ($3), then I called the number on the booking and Sa picked me up right away. Get around: Highly recommended hiring a motorcycle - $8 / day. I had never ridden before but it couldn't have been easier. Roads are easy to ride and not too busy, Sa has a big map and just get an idea of where u want to go before heading off. Food: Sa's wife makes yummy food! I'm a vegetarian and they catered for me no issue. You def won't go hungry! What to do: I originally went for the Bac Ha market, but was not overly impressed. Very busy and sellers get cranky if you don't buy. Can Cau Saturday market a must!! And take your camera!! After the somewhat stressful experience that was Hanoi, this was a fantastic break. Things to consider: LOTS of mosquitos! Bring spray! The food is amazing and cheap, but just confirm what your paying for so its not a surprise when you check out. If your a light sleeper then you may want to bring ear plugs - the chickens, dogs and cats can be noisy (although I'm usually a light sleeper and had no issues, I put it down to the country air). All in all, fantastic and I will definitely be back!!

New hotel. Big room but no one cleaned it or emptied bins We had to ask for fresh towels. They still wash everything by hand. As everything is new, that's not yet a problem. ... It's a bit of a walk into town but the surroundings are quieter. Little to no English but pleasant enough staff.

This was possibly the best (and most authentic) homestay we've had in Vietnam. Very comfortable rooms with a nice social area downstairs. Dinner was a real treat and is something different every night! The owner is so sweet and would do anything to make our stay comfortable. Her son and the two friendly dogs are very good fun too! Recommending this to all my friends coming to Bac Ha, just as it was recommended to me! Oh and breakfast was simply delicious 😊 Thanks!

Careful if you book saturday night: you'll be woken up by the market and it's live animals at 5 am!