Lao Cai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A mountainous landscape with a town nestled in the valley, surrounded by dense forests and a river.
A densely built hillside town with colorful buildings, surrounded by forested mountains.
Terraced rice fields with a river in the background.
A train interior with red upholstered seats, small tables with lamps, and Christmas decorations.
A train station platform with two trains parked on either side.
Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel

Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel

3.5 out of 5
33 Fansipan Road Sa Pa Lao Cai
The price is NZ$27 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
NZ$27
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sa Pa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sapa Lake and Sapa Market are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (106 reviews)
"Nice friendly staff very helpful"

Reviewed on 25 July 2026

Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel
Silk Path Grand Sapa Resort & Spa

Silk Path Grand Sapa Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
Doi Quan 6, To 10 Sa Pa Lao Cai
The price is NZ$151 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$151
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sa Pa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Silk Path Grand Sapa Resort & Spa
Hôtel de la Coupole - MGallery

Hôtel de la Coupole - MGallery

5 out of 5
1 Hoang Lien Street Sa Pa Lao Cai
The price is NZ$254 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
NZ$254
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sa Pa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (503 reviews)
"Beautifully styled"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Hôtel de la Coupole - MGallery
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Dang's Home

Dang's Home

2 out of 5
535 Nhac Son, Coc Leu Lao Cai Lao Cai
Stay at this holiday home in Lao Cai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Quảng trường Tp. Lào Cai and Thuy Hoa Park are located nearby.
Dang's Home
Big Hotel Lao Cai

Big Hotel Lao Cai

4 out of 5
505 D. Hoang Lien Lao Cai Lao Cai
Stay at this aparthotel in Lao Cai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and in-room massages. Popular attractions Quảng trường Tp. Lào Cai and Hekou Customs ...
Big Hotel Lao Cai
Cozy Haven Nest – Sunlit Glass & Green Views

Cozy Haven Nest – Sunlit Glass & Green Views

Van Phu Lao Cai
Stay at this apartment in Lao Cai. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Quảng trường Tp. Lào Cai and Hekou Customs Site are located ...
Cozy Haven Nest – Sunlit Glass & Green Views
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Stay near popular Lao Cai attractions

China-Vietnam Border Crossing

7.8/10 (43 reviews)
After visiting China-Vietnam Border Crossing, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lao Cai. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
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Activities

Private Transfer: Lao Cai Train station to/from Sa Pa

Private Transfer: Lao Cai Train station to/from Sa Pa

NZ$68
per traveller
Private Transfer: Lao Cai Train station to/from Sa Pa
Local sewing goods at the Coc Ly Tuesday Market

Coc Ly Tuesday Market Full-day Tour from Sapa

NZ$315
per traveller
Coc Ly Tuesday Market Full-day Tour from Sapa
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Cities near Lao Cai

Terraced rice fields, traditional houses, and a water tower in a rural landscape.

Bao Thang