Homestay · Ta Van, Sa Pa

Sapa Riverside Homestay

Ta Van, Sa Pa, Vietnam·View on map

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8.8
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A village homestay in Ta Van, Sa Pa, with bungalow and family-room choices, valley views, an on-site restaurant and garden terraces for time outdoors.

Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 12:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✓ Allowed
BreakfastContinental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Asian, Breakfast to go

Description

Sapa Riverside Homestay is a homestay in Ta Van, 5.8 km from Sa Pa town, with rooms offering garden and mountain views.

Accommodation ranges from a bungalow with a separate bedroom and living room to double, twin and family rooms. Rooms measure 15–32 m², and most have a private bathroom; the Queen Room has a shared bathroom. Kitchenettes and outdoor spaces feature across the room range, while the bungalow adds a bath, soundproofing and a seating area.

The garden, sun terrace and outdoor fireplace give you places to spend time outside, and the property has a restaurant and bar. Breakfast choices include continental, vegetarian, gluten-free and Asian options, as well as breakfast to go. Free private parking and WiFi are available, and pets can stay without an extra charge. With family rooms, valley scenery and trekking arrangements from the team, the homestay suits families and travellers exploring Ta Van and the surrounding rice terraces.

Rooms

6 room types · 15–32 m²

Accommodation ranges from a bungalow to double, twin and family rooms, with room sizes from 15 to 32 m². Most options have a private bathroom; the Queen Room with Shared Bathroom is the exception. The bungalow has a separate bedroom and living room, while family rooms sleep up to four and provide two beds. The double and twin options sleep two.

Kitchenettes with kitchenware and an electric kettle appear across the room range. Balconies or terraces and garden views feature throughout, while several options also have mountain, river, pool or courtyard outlooks. The bungalow stands out for its bath as well as a shower, private entrance, soundproofing and seating area. The 15 m² Queen Room is the compact choice for two; larger rooms measure 28–32 m² and include family configurations for groups.

Deluxe Bungalow — Sapa Riverside Homestay
30 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)

This 30 m² bungalow has a private entrance, a separate bedroom and living room, and a terrace with garden views. It is the only room type with both a bath and a shower. A kitchenette, soundproofing and a seating area add to its distinctive layout for two.

BathSoundproofingSeating area
Deluxe Family Room — Sapa Riverside Homestay
32 m² Max. 4 guests 2 Large bed (King size)

At 32 m², this family room sleeps up to four and has two large beds. The private bathroom has a shower, and the terrace faces the garden. Its kitchenette includes kitchenware and an electric kettle, giving families a separate place to prepare simple food.

Garden viewKitchenetteTerrace
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony — Sapa Riverside Homestay
28 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)

This 28 m² double room pairs a large bed with a private bathroom and a terrace overlooking the garden. Its balcony distinguishes it from the other double option, while the kitchenette, kitchenware and electric kettle provide a compact self-catering setup for two.

BalconyElectric kettleGarden view
Deluxe Twin Room — Sapa Riverside Homestay
32 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Double bed

The 32 m² twin room has two double beds and accommodates two people. A private bathroom with a shower, garden-facing terrace and kitchenette set it apart from the double rooms. Kitchenware and an electric kettle are provided for preparing light meals.

TerracePrivate bathroomKitchenware
Family Room with Balcony — Sapa Riverside Homestay
30 m² Max. 4 guests 2 Large bed (King size)

This 30 m² family room sleeps four and has two large beds, a private bathroom and a terrace with garden views. Its room highlights also include pool and river outlooks, distinguishing it from the other family option. The kitchenette includes kitchenware and an electric kettle.

River viewPool viewBalcony
Queen Room with Shared Bathroom — Sapa Riverside Homestay
15 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)

At 15 m², this is the most compact option and the only room type with a shared bathroom. It sleeps two and has a private entrance, terrace and kitchenette. Garden, pool and river views are among its distinctive outlooks, alongside a dining table and electric kettle.

Shared bathroomRiver viewPrivate entrance

Facilities

52 facilities
Restaurant
Parking
Balcony
Pets allowed
View
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Airport shuttle
Terrace

The grounds have a garden, outdoor furniture and dining space, a sun terrace, an outdoor fireplace and BBQ facilities. Free private parking is available on site, and WiFi is free throughout. Pets are allowed without an extra charge; pet bowls and a pet basket are also provided. A restaurant, bar, snack bar and coffee house are on site, while breakfast choices include continental, vegetarian, gluten-free and Asian options, plus breakfast to go. Family facilities include a children's playground, outdoor play equipment, high chairs and board games.

Activities and local arrangements include bicycle rental, bike tours, walking tours, hiking, cooking classes and tours about local culture. A tour desk, shuttle service, airport shuttle and luggage storage are available. Massage services and a foot bath are also among the facilities.

General

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Bike tours
  • Hiking
  • Children's playground
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
  • Shuttle service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms

Food & drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

In the room

  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
  • Shared kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette

Media & technology

  • Internet services

Parking

  • Parking

The homestay is in Ta Van, a village along the Mường Hoa river among terraced slopes and Hmong, Giay and Red Dao settlements. Tả Van is 300 m away; the valley scenery includes rice fields, mountain views and riverside paths. This is a rural village setting, with trekking routes through the surrounding terraces and neighbouring communities.

Sa Pa town and Sa Pa Bus Station are about 5.8 km from the homestay, while HasonHaivan Bus is 5.3 km away. Direct sleeper buses from Hanoi arrive at Sa Pa Bus Station, so a taxi or the homestay's shuttle can cover the final stretch to Ta Van. Free private parking is available on site. Travellers arriving by train reach Lao Cai station, about 35 km from Sa Pa, then continue up the mountain road by bus or taxi.

The Carved Boulder Museum is 950 m away, Lao Chai is 1.5 km away, Hâu Thào village is 1.6 km away and Waterfall Quy Khach is 2.1 km away. Walks through the Mường Hoa valley pass villages and rice terraces; fields are green from June to August and turn golden around harvest in September and early October. June to August is also the wettest period. In Sa Pa town, Ham Rong Garden rises above the centre, and the Fansipan cable car departs from the Sun World station.

  • Tả Van
    Village lanes and homes open onto river scenery and nearby rice terraces.
    300 m
  • Carved Boulder Museum
    A local attraction centred on carved stones from the valley.
    950 m
  • Lao Chai
    A neighbouring hamlet on trekking routes through the terraced valley.
    1.5 km
  • Hâu Thào village
    A highland village viewpoint with broad views across the valley.
    1.6 km
  • Muong Hoa Valley
    River valley known for terraced slopes and villages along its route.
    1.6 km
  • Waterfall Quy Khach
    A nearby cascade among the wooded slopes of the valley.
    2.1 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want a village stay beside the Mường Hoa valley, with rice terraces and river, mountain or garden views.
  • ✓you are travelling as a family: family rooms sleep up to four and have two large beds.
  • ✓you value room facilities for simple meals, including a kitchenette, kitchenware and an electric kettle.
  • ✓you are travelling with a pet: pets are allowed without an extra charge, and pet bowls and a pet basket are provided.
  • ✓you want a choice of breakfast styles, including vegetarian, gluten-free, Asian and continental options.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you require a private bathroom in every room type: the Queen Room with Shared Bathroom uses a shared facility.
  • ✕you want Sa Pa Lake and the central town sights within an easy walk; Sa Pa Lake is 5.8 km away.
  • ✕you need transport and organised tours to be inexpensive; some reviewers felt these costs could be high.
  • ✕you need generous floor space in a double room: the Queen Room with Shared Bathroom is 15 m² and sleeps two.

What guests say

398 verified reviews
8.8

Guests praise the friendly team, who help arrange trekking, taxis and laundry, as well as the peaceful Ta Van setting and views over the river, mountains and terraces. Breakfast receives positive comments for local dishes. Some reviewers feel transport and tour costs can be high.

Free WiFi9.5
Staff9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Value for money9.0
Comfort8.8
Facilities8.8
Location8.7

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Sapa Riverside Homestay cost?

Rates at Sapa Riverside Homestay vary with the season, room type and dates; you can view the current price for your dates through our booking partners.

How do I get to Sapa Riverside Homestay?

Sapa Riverside Homestay is about 5.8 km from Sa Pa Bus Station; HasonHaivan Bus is 5.3 km away. A taxi or the homestay's shuttle can cover the final stretch to Ta Van. Free private parking is available on site, with no reservation needed. The property asks you to share your expected arrival time in advance.

What is near Sapa Riverside Homestay?

Sapa Riverside Homestay is 300 m from Tả Van, in the Mường Hoa valley. The Carved Boulder Museum is 950 m away, Lao Chai is 1.5 km away, and both Hâu Thào village and Muong Hoa Valley are 1.6 km away. Waterfall Quy Khach is 2.1 km away, with village paths running through the surrounding rice-terrace landscape.

What breakfast can you get at Sapa Riverside Homestay?

Breakfast choices at Sapa Riverside Homestay include continental, vegetarian, gluten-free and Asian options, as well as breakfast to go. The property also has a restaurant, a bar and a snack bar, with special-diet menus available on request.

Does Sapa Riverside Homestay allow pets?

Yes, Sapa Riverside Homestay allows pets without an extra charge. Pet bowls and a pet basket are provided, and the property has a garden and outdoor spaces where you can spend time with your animal.

What room types at Sapa Riverside Homestay suit families?

Sapa Riverside Homestay has Deluxe Family Rooms and Family Rooms with Balcony, each with two large beds and capacity for up to four people. Both are about 30–32 m² and have a private bathroom, kitchenette and terrace.

Do rooms at Sapa Riverside Homestay have private bathrooms?

Most rooms at Sapa Riverside Homestay have a private bathroom, including the bungalow, double, twin and family options. The Queen Room with Shared Bathroom is the exception; it sleeps two and measures 15 m².

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