Lao Cai Province

Lào Cai is a province in the northwest of Vietnam. It’s known for its mountains, rivers, waterfalls and ethnic hill tribes. The province's towering peaks include Fansipan and dragon-jaw-shaped Hàm Rồng Mountain, which offers panoramic views and gardens with hundreds of orchids. The town of Sa Pa, in the Hoàng Liên Son mountains, overlooks the terraced rice fields and ancient stone engravings of the Muong Hoa Valley.
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Fansipan

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Mountain peak
Nature & Parks
Fansipan, the highest mountain peak in Vietnam standing at 3143m, is a popular Alpine attraction that offers multi-day hiking tours and a breathtaking cable car ride. The peak can be reached by an overnight train + van/bus from Lao Cai Station, which takes around 8 hours. Visitors can also take on the challenge of hiking up to the top of the mountain or opt for a cable car ride that covers nearly 1,500 meters and takes you more than halfway there.
Amazing view when the weather is clear. Recommend to go early because the summit will get super crowded. It is beautiful up there but not sure if it’s worth it if you have to be in that queue. Another option is taking the stairs. The facility is well organized.
Kook Kik — Google review
The highest summit of the former French Indochina colony. To get to the peak, there’re only 2 ways: overnight trekking and taking long gondolas. The gondolas are quite expensive and include multiple stops with a train ride from downtown Sa Pa. During the holiday seasons, the peak is really overcrowded and filled with travelers, so make sure that you make to the station earlier than usual.
Minh Nguyen — Google review
Truly a beautiful and stunning place! Came here last December, during the cold weather season. Do wear thermal wear though, temperatures can approach 5 °C and below…
Random Dude — Google review
Amazing experience! We were above the cloud and the weather was fantastic. It is a trip to rem by and tourists should consider this place. But don’t try to take the 640 steps for the final ascend. thoroughly enjoyed !!!
KT LEE — Google review
Gorgeous views, cool weather and cultural richness with temples and pagodas. The peak of Fansipan is a must try excursion and well worth it. You can go up via steps or a tramp.
Apipong Lamsam — Google review
If you guys are traveling to Sapa, there are two major tourist attraction in these area, which are Fansipan and Cat Cat village. Fansipan is one of the highest mountain in the region. The idea is either take a cable car/ funicular and then a small tram to go to the peak region for sight seeing the mountain ranges and explore the pagoda and the Buddha statue. Or. Explore the nature by hiking from the base of mountain all the way to the peak. To go there. Just take a quick transpiration ride from the downtown Sapa city to go to Sunworld park to buy the tickets. Since this is one of the highest mountain in the region. Be prepared for always constant changing weather conditions and high altitude sickness.
David Chao — Google review
When the weather is good you can just enjoy the time on fansipan for hours. Of course it's touristy but still worth it in my opinion. The views are excellent and the idea behind it quite nice
Len Kr. — Google review
Magnificent views and statues! Building this without proper road is like another level of engineering;)))) I wasn't dressed ready for the crazy amount of wind. U can always buy clothes or pants from their souvenir shop but get ready for the chill and wind! Despite a very touristy place but this place is worth while and require some wlaking
Pui Cheng Lum — Google review
I will say avoid a rainy day (worth a wait/stat in sapa for one more day) this can be way more beautiful- costs around 700k for cable car, 150k for two way train and 150k one side for last link train (optional) per person. Needs 3-4 hour’s minimum. Have a little park at cable car station where you can click beautiful pictures. Dont miss the waterfall on the way in cable car.
Rishav Sancheti — Google review
Spectacular view, wonderful experience, worth to walk up 600 steps instead taking the train. Visited in April and luckily the weather was good and stunning. Had to take a 🚂 up to the Fansipan station, then got to see a huge garden, then took a cable car 🚠 to the Fansipan, finally we walked up. We all really enjoyed it
M S — Google review
Beautiful views Mini great wall of China Many steep steps take cable care from Sapa station Then tram to the top Come down steps to explore the temples in the clouds then cable car back to sapa Takes around 4 hours
Fatemah Alnajjar — Google review
I had the best experience visiting Fansipan. The weather was very good; it was sunny with a little fog around 3 PM. I would highly suggest that you look at the weather forecast before going here so that you don't waste your money on a foggy view. I recommend buying the package tickets with the peak rail because there are many steps to climb, especially when the weather is not on your side.
Ian — Google review
I really enjoyed Fansipan Peak. I had no idea it was owned by the same company as Ba Na Hills which I will admit, when I found out it really put me off. I was not of fan of the latter. All in all though it was very professionally run. The cable car to the top was enjoyable although being April, visibility was low. Aside from also being on a mountain peak, it felt like a very different experience to Ba Na. We did not use the Funicular mid way but chose to take the steps to the top. It was not a difficult climb with various points of interest to stop along the way. That said the Temples, Pagodas, statues etc… all recently constructed, did set the almost ‘theme park’ scene as they were clearly made for tourism purposes. So I guess the bottom line is these are theme parks really, tourist driven… the trade off being access to one at one of the highest peaks in the area. Enjoyable if you take it for what it is.
S KJB — Google review
Nice view from the cable car, great place !
En — Google review
Highest peak in Vietnam, 3143m. It's best to come here early in the morning and enjoy the wonderful views because it may get foggy fast. One may take a cable car up to the top, then walk down slowly, less tiring.
tm sii — Google review
It was so cooling and spectacular scenic view at the top of the peak@Fansipan! Is definitely worth the walk up the 600 steep staircases instead of taking the monorail!
Francis Ang — Google review
Super cool view 🤩I bought my ticket round trip 🚠 cable car 🚡 and train. I was so impressed with the smooth and safety I felt 😌 it was a great experience for me. I have been to many places with cable cars but this was the best one for me. I think that I took a right decision to travel Sapa before I am too old 😂
Pornpinyo Ngamsantikul (Pang) — Google review
Basically a hit or miss. Check the weather before heading to Fansipan. In addition, DO NOT go on weekends due to the high number of tourists. PREFERABLY GO weekdays and even if the weather says clear skies, on top there might still have fogs. Don’t be discouraged and wait for the fog to dissipate. Stay there at least 1-2 hours (not counting the cable car). A lot of stairs. Be prepared for up and down a lot. DO take a lot of rests if you’re not fit. Stairs are also super steep! Go with a guide or group if you need help. Plenty of bathroom and vendors for drinks. Wear warm clothing too. And have fun most of all! Hope you’ll love it as i did!
Tsong Va — Google review
Day trip up Fansipan and we’re lucky. Lucky because it’s a clear day in Sapa in autumn! We pay our money at the failed shopping mall that is the station and head down to the funicular. Tickets are 800,000 dong pp midweek or 850,000 on weekends. Extra 150,000 for the lower funicular and 150,000 for the upper funicular. We chose the lower and the cable car figuring we’d climb the last bit. And we did. Lots of stairs but it was fun stopping along the way for many, many photos. The cable car journey is spectacular and long - just over 6k. The temples and associated statues are amazing, but nature is the star here. The views across the valley toSapa are stunning, as are the views that seem to stretch to China. We didn’t succumb to the food court or souvenir shopping at all the different stations so can’t comment on them. There is a lot of ‘please exit through the gift shop’. Was a remarkable day. Do it! Small note - wear sensible shoes. Saw lots of women struggling with heels on the narrow steps.
Ross — Google review
Cabel car ride took 20 minutes to go to the summit.we visited the place at the end of December, and that time, the weather was not good. the temperature was less than 5°.top of the mountain they had a restaurant and some shops.price was not expensive. If you are planning to visit the summit and if it is the first time you are going to visit a high altitude place, you may get altitude sickness, so be prepared.
Chandi G — Google review
We decide to come up at the foggy day because we didn’t want to miss our only chance to come up. The cable car ride is the most impressive. 3K took about 25 mins. Going through mountains, valley and streams. It’s absolutely worth of the ride just for that. The entire walk up is marble paved stairs. I can imagine how slippery it would be. The Buddhist temples and statues through out. The Buddhist singing all the way to top. It’s a very different experience of hiking. Summit at 3126m. The clear day would be amazing. Foggy day should be think twice.
The Foodie Architect — Google review
Incredible experience, even on a cloudy day! Cable car is worth the price just on its own, amazing views. Some shops and restaurants at the top, not too expensive but very touristy and not much choice. I highly recommend you go to the peak, big are up there for photos! You could easily spend half the day there exploring!
Liam G. — Google review
Great views and experience. Take warmer clothes as it could be cold and very windy at the top. Cable car is absolutely impressive and not for fainthearted.
Andriy Samoylovych — Google review
Not much visibility but still an enjoyable experience (learn to cut queue like the locals 😅) super crowded on a weekend. Cable car and monorail up to the peak then walk down to take the cable car. Wear a good windbreaker jacket and thermals, guaranteed to keep you warm throughout.
L N — Google review
Very great site for reaching the top of indochina. The facility is amazing. The scenery was superb. Surely will come back to here.
Ichsan Ramadhan — Google review
Went yesterday ( 24 March 24) and was expecting it to be sunny as it was almost 27 degrees in Sapa and hot but oh boy I was wrong. Super windy and cold here (16 degrees max with high wind) with low visibility. Luck of the draw really but nevertheless it was a very cool experience and was cool being up so high. At the station it was super nice and sunny.
Salina Lama — Google review
this was on my bucket list but i would advise against going here during Jan - early Mar. Visibility is absolutely TERRIBLE. it's cold and you will most likely get sick if you walk the entire way and you aren't in prime condition. Nonetheless, it was pretty okay but just wish that I was actually able to enjoy it instead of just falling completely sick :(
mhyles — Google review
If you don't want to hike, I recommend to buy the full tickets including the peak rail, this place is huge and there are much more to see up there. You can spend half day exploring and enjoying this place.
Lili Pertiwi — Google review
Beautiful hike up the mountain. A pity we didn't manage to see the sunrise. Opt for the cable car down post the hike, offers a different view of the region
Zheng Wei Tan — Google review
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Love Waterfall

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Love Waterfall is a well-known tourist destination situated in San Sa Ho commune, approximately 4km southwest of Sapa town center. It serves as the starting point for mountain-climbing journeys to conquer the magnificent Fansipan mountain. The waterfall gets its name from the romantic tale of O Quy Ho, a woodcutter and eldest son of Ai Lao mountain god who fell in love with the seventh fairy.
100% recommend. Was a really easy trek with nice nature and views all along
Samanta Boero — Google review
The walk is very pretty and you get a variety of scenery while walking towards Love Waterfall. I noticed there are blue signs also indicating the species of the plants/trees. It’s not very touristy and you get to have a meditative experience walking through the beautiful terrains. Entrance fee is 70k VND fyi. Quite reasonable for the upkeep of this space.
Me P — Google review
It’s easy the way to get here. The entrance fee is 70.000 vnd per person and really worth it for a trekking day. You may want to take the right side walk to get into the water. There is more beautiful signt and you can walk close to the river than the left side walk. They keep everything as much as nature they could and it is very clean here
AL C — Google review
Love Waterfall is surrounded by breathtaking nature and it's a must visit place while visiting Sapa. Amazing is not just the waterfall, but the whole path to it. The tranquility of the surroundings adds to the overall experience. There is a small entrance fee and it takes around 20-30 minutes to get to the waterfall (~1,5km). The road is sometimes steep and slippery, but we have seen small kids there too, so if you have good shoes there shouldn't be any problem to get there for you or your children. Don't worry if the weather is not ideal, the misty ambiance during foggy weather has its own charm and makes the cascade even more enchanting.
Cyntia Pethövá — Google review
Great waterfall! We went during the middle of the day and we couldn’t believe it!?!? The sun was out despite the whole of Sa Pa being stuck in grey clouds and there were no tourists. The waterfall is defo worth and visit and it’s a lovely 25-30min non strenuous walk, a few uneven steps to climb but nothing major. Make sure to bring your swimsuit to have a refreshing dip!
Louise and John Simons — Google review
Worth every minute of the short trip to this beautiful waterfall. To get there, you will go along a nice hiking trail in the Hoang Lien Son national nature reserve. The hills, the forest, the creek, the waterfall... everything is great!
Thanh Nguyen — Google review
A must see for when you are in the area. The entrance fee is 70k so not to much. The walking path is well made and it takes about 20 minutes to reach the Waterfall.
Jeroen Smink — Google review
Apart from the trekking routes, rice fields and food, Sapa has a little hidden gem. The Love Waterfall is situated just 14 kilometers away from the city, surrounded by unspoiled nature. I absolutely loved this place. It is incredible how connected I felt with the nature there. I recommend visiting the Love Waterfall, Sapa and I am going to tell you why below. The waterfall starts from the peak of Fansipan Mountain which is the highest peak in Vietnam To get to it you will need to walk through the forest for about 30 minutes. Don’t worry, there is a paved path and stairs that will lead you straight to it. The scenery along the way gets more and more beautiful only to end with the majestic 100 meters tall Love Waterfall. This is definitely one of the best waterfalls in Sapa. Since this place is not yet on tourists’ radar, you will have the chance to have the entire waterfall just for yourself to admire. When we visited, there were only two other people. We were really happy to be in a quiet place, away from the Sapa chaos. Right near the parking lot there is a kiosk where you will have to pay 70,000 VND (for adults) or 30,000 VND (for children) in order to visit the Love Waterfall
SUBHA KARAN Kaushal — Google review
Very easy to trek as the way to the Love Waterfall is paved. We went in late March, and there was only a little water at the fall. Despite that, we enjoyed the hike very much; it was very quiet and peaceful. The surrounding scenery was breathtaking, with lush greenery and the sound of birds chirping adding to the serene atmosphere. It was a refreshing escape into nature.
Rhea — Google review
Loved it! Worth the trek. There is an admission fee of 70k VND for adults and 30k VND for kids. The route is well marked with some interesting detours. Part of the return route (options here) involves a little stream crossing which the kids loved. Not as spectacular as the silver waterfall but the trek and stream crossing made it 5 stars.
Haikang Tan — Google review
Amazing views along the golden trail and the waterfall itself was beautiful. There are several swim spots along the trail itself. The entrance is 70k dong. Recommend getting a moped up to the spot. It is a little difficult to recognise the entrance so I’ve included pictures of the parking spot.
Ashley Williams — Google review
70,000 dong entrance fee was worth it. A nice walk to a series of small waterfalls and pools and then the main event. I wish I'd taken swimmers and a pic nic. Although we enjoyed a bbq sweet potato from a local vendor at the entrance. A beautiful place 😍
Antony Whatmore — Google review
Wonderful waterfall in a magic scenery. A must see. Only 15 minutes scooter ride from Sapa and it will be on your left coming from the main road. It is located and you can park at the Ranger house, don't look any further. Ticket booth is here. Then you walk in a beautiful environment of dreamy green grass surrounded by the mountains. You can enjoy the presence of 2 buffalos and of course take pictures. Then some stairs lead you down on the way along the river and you are in for an enjoyable 15 minutes walk along the river. Note that you can walk on both sides; cross many times and still the 2 paths lead to the same place. The waterfall is beautiful, falling from high with a bassin where you can enjoy a nice bathing. There are some nice pics to take over there and a setting to enjoy quality time.
florent magnoac — Google review
Small entrance fee. Get ready for a hike into the woods to reach the waterfall. Takes about an hour in on a slow walk. Enjoy the quiet, peaceful, nature environment. You will enjoy it. But go when the sun is still up. No lights and toilets after the entrance area. The silver waterfall is more beautiful than this one though.
Xyzxyz — Google review
This place is absolutely stunning! Have to pay for the entrance fees but definitely worth it. Thought it was just a trekking path to the waterfall, but along the way the view is so beautiful!! You can even see some buffalos too. A must to visit when you have time in Sapa!
Jacklyn Woo — Google review
Went in Apr 2024 Although it was very misty and cold, the hike up was very easy and clear. There were some flies buzzing around at first but they went away after about 15min. The water was very cool and nice, there were only a couple of other people around when we visited. Take note to bring along some cash, there is an entrance fee
grz — Google review
Thought it would be just another waterfall but it was spectacular when we got near. Entrance fees of vnd70k/pax. Nicely paved trails to the waterfall. Can get slippery when you reach the bridge. Watchful of your steps. Enjoy the nature.
Pei — Google review
This waterfall is amazing! The walk there is beautiful (and easy). Took us only 20 mins whilst stopping for photos, and it’s completely paved so not muddy at all. I swam in the water which was cold but refreshing. Totally recommend this waterfall. By the way, it’s not free like this listing says. It’s 70k entry per person.
Tom James — Google review
Not the easiest walk to see the waterfall. Lots of uneven cobble steps - might not be friendly to those with mobility issues. Having said that, the waterfall is gorgeous, almost magical. Definitely worth a look if you’re around the area.
Daniel Ong — Google review
Beautiful walk to waterfall. Less crowd. Easy walk to waterfall and loop back. Water buffalos are roaming freely. The stone color is golden. Water is super clean. It’s perfect place in summer time for some swim.
The Foodie Architect — Google review
Very nice 1 hour hike (to and from). A must go if you are here. Better views during rainy season.
Danny Leong — Google review
Good waterfall. But small amount of water. Nice swim. Cold water. Love it.
Vyacheslav Goryunov — Google review
Amazing waterfall. Worth the entrance fee and hike. Walking from the parking to the waterfall will take about 25 minutes. The way is fully paved, easy to navigate and very beautiful. Once you get closer to the waterfall you can either walk on the right or left side of the river. The right side had the better views but the trail was partly flooded so keep that in mind if you don’t want to get your feet’s wet. Once you get to the bridge the steps can be a bit uneven, but the view will be worth the effort. Swimming is possible at the bottom of the waterfall. Quite some mist once you get close enough. Entrance fee is 70k VND per person.
Andreas Fichter — Google review
Beautiful walk to the waterfall. Prepare yourself for climbing some steps but we’ll worth it.
Frank Handana — Google review
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Ga cáp treo SUN WORLD FANSIPAN LEGEND

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The Cable Car Station Sapa is a popular tourist attraction that offers aerial cable car rides between Sapa and Fansipan Peak. The journey provides breathtaking views of the mist-covered spring scenery and colorful Buddhist flag road. At either end, there are temples, restaurants, and shops for visitors to enjoy. Fansipan Peak is the highest mountain in Vietnam and often called the "Roof of Indochina." It's a popular destination for those seeking adventure and memorable experiences.
Great place! Recommended to bring a jacket if you get cold easily as the temp can drop to 14 degrees Celsius
Kim Burtchen — Google review
This is a must visit as the views are absolutely breathtaking! Gotta get lucky though as your views could be limited on a cloudy day. The lines can be long on the cable cars, but they do move quickly. Definitely need to come back again!
B P — Google review
I have been here for the hot and cold season. I would prefer the hot season more because the visibility is very clear and you can see everything. Especially during the cable car ride. The view is spectacular. During the cold season, basically it is just a white fog.
Pas De Nom — Google review
The cable car ride brings you to near the top of Fansipan. Ticket are pretty expensive, but worth going once. Best time to go during the autumn , worst time to go during winter. Catching sunrise/sunset really depends on pure luck.
TENG CHEN PU — Google review
We can't describe the beauty of this place in words. Cable car is a lifetime experience. One must visit this place to experience the beauty of nature from the closest possible way. Magnificent view of mountains, waterfalls, dense forest from the top is breathing. Loved it.
Nagendra sai — Google review
I recently had the opportunity to visit Fansipan, the highest peak in Vietnam, and it was an absolutely breathtaking experience. The cable car ride is a highlight of the trip, it provides breathtaking views of the rice terraces and steep cliffs below. When you reach the summit, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of cloud-covered peaks spanning all the way to the horizon. Fansipan's cloud patterns vary every few seconds, offering new shapes and vistas as the earth meets the sky.
Emmanuel Dado — Google review
Must visit place if you are planning to visit SAPA.. this is one of the height pic of the mountain.. one thing to remember before visiting this place.. you need to walk a lot.. if you are heart patient avoid to visit.. or if you are leasy to walk avoid the place to visit.. but one important point if you avoid to visit this place i must say you have missed the beautiful place to visit.. the rope way (cable car) service is so nice.. the management is so proper.. the cable are takes almost 20 mins to get it there at the top.. it feels like you are going from downward to upwards in between the clouds. (must experience it) .. after coming out of the cable car, you feel like you are in haven. the pagoda is very beautiful. also one more thing there is an train inside this place which runes on 90 degree angle, must ride once.. the charges are extra for this.. the beauty from top of the mountain is like (no words to explain).. check my photos for more details.. take water with you while visiting this place..
Niket Shah (Plus Point Training) — Google review
Outrageous views and stunning world record holder cable car. If you’re lucky enough to ascend 3200m and have a view, then count your blessings. Clouds and mist roll through like a surreal landscape. Simply stunning. ENTIRE views of Sapa valley as you ascend. 1,000,000 VND for entire round trip ascent of funicular, tram, and cable car.
Brennan Davis — Google review
Long line, but it moves quickly and great views on the way! The top can be cloudy, depending on the day you visit, but still well worth the trip. Vendors outside have surprisingly low prices souvenirs as well! Lots of fun and super glad we did it! We missed out the first day since the ticket office closes at 4pm, so keep that in mind!
Casey Iiams-hauser — Google review
Very fun, it is broken into 2 stops. One you take a "train" up, once at that location you can walk around, see the gardens, then take the tram the final leg of the trip. It was lovely in Sa Pa but it sure changed once we reached the summit
Loretta Lundquist — Google review
Very pricey way to get up a mountain. They really force you to walk through the gauntlet of souvenir stands and eateries which was unwanted. However, the temple and monastery complex at the top of the mountain is impressive. And the views are incredible.
Reflections Enroute — Google review
We had a great experience, even though the weather was bad (foggy, windy). It was still very much worth the trip. The cable car ride is exciting with long overspans and great views over the terraced farms and nature on the mountains. It was a bit windy, and the cabin was swaying a bit. We bought a vip package, which is well worth the money as you can skip all lines in the train and cable car and have a cabin for yourselves.
Gerrit ten Bolscher — Google review
Great place to visit, the views were great. Too bad when we reached the peak it was cloudy. The views up to the peak was great. Recommend buy the VIP package. Recommend around 4-5 hours to spend on both sides of the attraction. Get the tram up to the peak, don’t save on that’s then walk down instead.
Ryan P — Google review
I’m not sure if the crowd would be lesser during weekdays. Went on a weekend and was pushed and shoved around by their local people, there is zero queue management, the locals do not care if you’re pregnant or old, they still shove you out of the queue. Not suitable for elderly and young toddlers. Would NOT recommend unless the management practise better coordination and educate all visitors on queueing and patience. Regrettably a bad experience, plenty of clouds. Weather is unpredictable and checking the forecast does not help at all.
L N — Google review
very beautiful magnificent view sometimes cloudy then sun breaks through the clouds mystic and and incredible nice temple place
Happy Andy — Google review
A breathtaking gondola which is a very long route with a stunning view. It takes you around 15 min to reach the highest peak in Indochina. Advice to buy a ticket in advance to minimize a waiting time
sarasate eimatanasate — Google review
Wonderful cable car experience to reach the top of Indochina, the Fansipan. There are 3 kinds of transportation to reach fansipan. First is funicular train from sun plaza to mung hoa station, second is the cable car from mung hoa station to fansipan station, and the third is monorail from fansipan station to fansipan peak. However you can choose to walk from fansipan station to fansipan peak and save you some money. The total cost if you use all mentioned transportation is about 50USD, so it's advised to book your ticket online.
Danny Kwan — Google review
We loved this experience, even on a stormy wet day. The temples and statues are beautiful, the cafe at the top, although expensive, made the best hot chocolate we have ever tasted, the cable car ran smooth and was roomy with insane views of the valley below, and to cap it all there was a break in the cloud which gave us a glimpse out, a rainbow and the most atmospheric photos. Highly recommend.
elaine brown — Google review
A must go place if you are in Hanoi, despite traveling to Sa Pa, Lao Cai by road takes about 6 hours. Best to go is in the morning, opens from 0815hrs, while the afternoon sun is not out. There will be queue surely but quite quickly it flows. Last train will be 1530hrs from SaPa station.
Daphne Tan — Google review
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Khu du lịch sinh thái Hàm Rồng

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Nature & Parks
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The Ham Rong Mountain Nature Preserve is located in Sa Pa, Vietnam and offers stunning views of the surrounding valleys. The mountain is said to be the primary reason why tourism in Sa Pa has increased in recent years. The hike up to the peak is relatively short and there are several beautiful gardens on the way up.
Came completely unprepared for this event. Shoes that had no grip, in torrential rain and fading light. Reached the top in a crazed panic, drenched through. Relieved to have found my way back. Don't climb solo after 445pm around March if you can't read Vietnamese as you may get lost. Great fun
James h — Google review
This garden is unique and large. You could easily spend 2-3 hours there. There are some beautiful flowers, stone garden, and even cave! The view from the top is beautiful as well. But, be aware that there are many steep steps. There is an entrance fee of 70k vnd but I think it is worth it
Ricky Chea — Google review
A chill day in Sapa for us so we decided to climb Ham Rong. Entry was 70000 dong and we hit the stairs! It’s autumn so the flowers were no where near their summer or spring peak. The park was virtually deserted, which made a nice change of pace from busy Sapa. There were flowers, and the rock formations and general lushness of the park were lovely. We climbed all the way through both Heaven Gates to the Cloud Garden. Even though it was a misty day, the views down to Sapa town were great. It’s barely a 3k walk with about 150m vertical, but a nice walk nonetheless.
Ross — Google review
View was beautiful although it was a quite foggy when we went, the whole park was maintained very well. Have to pay for an entrance fee, a bit of hiking/climbing up stairs to do, so have to be extra careful especially when some directions could be confused. Remember to take a map! Anyway all roads will surely lead you up to the cloud yard, where you can see the whole Sapa city!
Jacklyn Woo — Google review
Nice gardens to take an evening stroll while visiting Sa Pa.
Konstantinos Karmiris — Google review
Great spot if you’re looking for something to do for a couple of hours on Sapa Town. While visibility was very limited on the day I ventured there, it was still really peaceful and enjoyable, with nice gardens and statues. I imagine the view is incredible on a clear day.
Gavin Coote — Google review
Now it have to be said this was no directly Ham Rong, but a part of Sapa city overseeing it. We went to a restaurant called Good View (if I remember) and we just wanted a great lunch. But it ended up being an amazing lunch with and even more amazing view! These views you find from restaurants just by walking around in the smaller streets of Sapa. So please do take a little promenade through the small city, you will not forget it!
Theis Vincent — Google review
To be honest, I did not plan to go to this place in the first place but the Sunworld cable car was closed unexpectedly so I was looking for some outdoor activity for alternative. The entry fee was 70,000 D which I think it’s reasonable since the park was very large. There are two main area: the flower park and the hill. The flower park was just okay. The hill was nice maintained and the path was in good condition. The uphill walking was not hard and you can reach the peak (Cloud yard/San May) by 10-15 minute. However the park is so large that you can spend more time exploring the nature. They did not give you a map by default so here is the photo of map I got.
Tanat Lertussavavivat — Google review
I went up this mountain as a practice before trekking Fansipan mountain, it's probably not comparable to it in terms of physical intensity, time, etc., but it's certainly a site to behold if you can climb all the way up to the peak. Great location for some breeze and of course, photography. The trekkking itself should be mild (or easy) for most people. But still, do wear some proper shoes as the steps can be slippery. Git yo mountain on.
Chang Won Lee — Google review
There are quite alot of steep steps to get up there. The place looks like a botanic garden but not very well maintained. It has a nice view of the city though. I wouldn't suggest visiting this place if you have limited time.
FOO C AI — Google review
I went on a rainy foggy day so I missed a lot of nice scenery. Not worth going in march especially when it is foggy
Nelson Lee — Google review
Nice path walk way to the top (cloud yard) to see the view of Sapa town. Ticket is 70,000vnd/pax There are lots of beautiful flower garden along the way. Need 45 mins to go up and 30 hour to go down. Lots of shop selling drinking water along the way. Only one thing to improve is sign board. We get lost coz many ways to go around until find the way to the top.
Eve Bikery — Google review
Better climb here than Fansipan really, loved going up and has beautiful views and greenery around. Multiple routes so they could have done a bit better to show the routes or map if they are taking an entry fee for the same. Nevertheless was a beautiful experience and loved every bit of it… If in Sapa do this for sure 👍👍
Rahul Kotabage — Google review
Bit of a weird place. I was on a run and so I approached from the top, hence I didn’t have to pay to enter. And thankful that I didn’t because it’s super weird. I guess they try to make the gardens looks nice but they don’t… it’s like work by a not-so-good gardener. Not interesting and not good for photos so I don’t really get it.
Tom James — Google review
Cost 70,000 VND entry fee. The Gardens are very well looked after and I am very happy to have visited this park that offers great views. The orchid garden at the start of the trail overlooks Sapa Town. A word of caution: do not attempt this if u have issues with your knees. Lots of stone steps n some are quite tall.
Ed Lee — Google review
Interesting and easy hike to Ham Rong Mountain. Sadly, there are a few places scattered with litter. The view was nice given the cloudy weather, there are a few flower parks on the way up. The scenic lookout was good and enjoyable.
L N — Google review
Such an underrated place, just located near Sa Pa Cathedral. Serene place and tranquil, but too bad looks deserted.
Yusa Jy Laksana — Google review
Amazing place to watch the sunset. Need to pay the entrance fee: 70000Dong, but it worth it. Amazing view from the platform at the top from which you can see the sunset, Sapa city, and even the Mt Fansipan.
Pierrick Bonnifay — Google review
Unexpectedly, this was a really cool park. We were lucky that the clouds were low and in combination with the wind, it caused some really mysterious atmosphere. The park starts off with some really weird statues that don't fit the environment in my opinion. But the gardens are pretty nice and the rock formation looks really cool. If you walk to the top, you have a beautiful view over Sapa and to the mountain Fansipan. Unfortunately, some people seem to leave all of their trash behind throughout the park. Terrible. I think we paid 80.000 VND entrance per person, but that is totally worth it.
Symen K — Google review
Our first stop and only stop in Sapa because this park exceeded our expectations so much so that we felt fully satisfied with our time in Sapa. Extremely peaceful and beautiful. So much to see and explore from gardens, ponds, statues, to sacred mountains, beautiful views of sapa and distant fields, and incredible rock formations. We ended up spending around 3 hours here. We passed multiple washrooms around the park & stops to buy drinks or snacks. Tickets were 70k vnd and on our way back, a lady came up to us and charged us 10k for parking (may be unofficial but just a warning)
Adrianne B. — Google review
Vnd70k for entrance fees. Nice garden with lots of flowers blooming away. Signage could be improved as we lost our way to the cloud yard. Nevertheless it was very pleasant walking around and exploring this place.
Pei — Google review
Ham Rong is worth a visit when it's not cloudy in Sa Pa. The entrance fee is acceptable, but the viewpoint is from our point of view the only highlight in the park. The viewpoint is a little bit difficult to find, but once found the view on Sa Pa is really nice.
Christian Freundorfer — Google review
Unfortunately it is not orchid season. There were orchid blossoms on only one plant. Nice nature and views of Sapa. Admission is 70,000 Dong. There are some brightly colored odd statues I guess to amuse children. If you have mobility issues or just bad knees, it is not recommended.
Gary Brazel — Google review
Well apart from the unfortunate fact that my wife broke her ankle here it is a beautiful place. And, just to be sure, it is a safe place to walk as the break was a simple accident. But you can see how this might have been a problem as I carried her down the stairs finally getting a taxi to the local hospital. But don't let our experience stop you from going.
Ross Daniels — Google review
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Ô Quy Hồ pass

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The Ô Quy Hồ pass, situated on National Highway 4D traversing the Hoang Lien Son range, links the provinces of Lai Chau and Lao Cai. It is a 50-km-long mountain pass that is often shrouded in clouds, famous for its valley and forest vistas. The peak of the pass acts as a boundary between the two highland regions.
Definitely a very nice place to drive and enjoy the views. Just be careful about the oncoming cars especially trucks and buses as well as bikes. Folks don't seem to be able to stay in lane.
aC — Google review
Beautiful sunset after the rain!! It’s such a blessing in disguise. We came to the not too crowded viewpoint operated by some ethinic minority people. It cost 20k/ person to come inside and take photos. They also provided grilled sweet potatoes, grilled eggs and rice, some drinks too. The view is stunning!! Really worth it to go and see the pass even though it’s a lot different from when I came nearly 10 years ago! But definitely worth the ride!!
Minh Hang Nguyen — Google review
Beautiful & challenge pass to be conquered when visiting Sapa Many nice check in stations here
Sabirama Hoi an — Google review
You don't need to buy the ticket 3$ and go to the tourist area, nothing to see on the top, hire a motorbike and take the road to mountain pass road. So impressive. Specially in daylight, you will have a lot of beautiful pictures. Please take a look in my picture, you will see how beautiful, majestic vietnam mountains are. You have to visit this when you're in Sapa, but don't go the the early morning, the fog is too much, can't see anything. Best time to go from 10am to 2pm.
Ho Ngoc Tin — Google review
Beautiful drive. Recommend as only 1hr to Do on a a bike.
Ben Rowan — Google review
Hammer Ausblick, nur leider sind wir bei Regen vor Ort gewesen (Translated by Google) Great view, but unfortunately we were there when it was raining
Viet Dung Doan — Google review
Wow. Just stunning. One of the best roads in Vietnam for sure.
Patigoooool — Google review
Beautiful ride to the pass, eventhough there are more chances to catch rain& fog than a nice day. It’s much colder on top of the pass than the temperature in Sapa town on a nice day:)
Giang Do — Google review
O Quy Ho Pass has a long, winding pass on the National Highway 4D, of which 2/3 of the distance belongs to Tam Duong and Lai Chau districts; The remaining 1/3 is located in Sa Pa, Lao Cai. This is probably a record holder of length in the Northwestern mountains of Vietnam ,with a length of nearly 50 km longer than Pha Din Pass (32 km long, located at the boundary). Son La and Dien Bien provinces) or Khau Pha pass (nearly 40 km in Yen Bai province). The altitude, the peril and the length of O Quy Ho made the mountain pass unofficially known as "the king of the Northwest Pass
Huynh Nguyen — Google review
Really nice. A landscape you must see when you travel to Lào Cai Province
Phu Nguyen thai — Google review

Top places to eat

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A Phu Restaurant is a restaurant in Sapa that specializes in Northwest Vietnamese cuisine. The menu features a variety of standard flavors from the seasoning to the ingredients used, all of which make for a delicious and unique meal. If you're looking for a great place to enjoy some delicious Vietnamese food, A Phu is definitely worth checking out!
Horse, Horse, and more Horse. Hot pot soup was very flavorful as was the steamed horse with garlic. Fried jungle vegetables were also a great choice. Very friendly bilingual host and pleasant atmosphere.
jay sher — Google review
You can get hotpot here or order local dishes a la carte. We got hotpot with mixed meat: salmon, sturgeon, beef, chicken. The fish was a bit fishy and had a lot of bones. Beef quite thick and chewy. Chicken had a lot of fat. But I guess this is the local produce and flavour. The soup base is a nice sour and slightly spicy flavour. The atmosphere is fantastic. Lots of locals or domestic tourists here having a good time with their friends and family. Sometimes you get a live music performance too with a guy on a bamboo flute. No English menu though. But if you're just getting hotpot, you can get by with simple words. Or you could point out the photos from other reviews. Restaurant also has WiFi so that's a plus.
Yun Zhen Choy — Google review
We order hot plate horse with special sauce (300k) + rice (20k) + boiled veg (50k) + drinks. The horse meat is tender and juicy, it's delicious. Also when you order boiled veg, just remember to ask them to give you the soup as well. Kinda pricy but overal, it's pretty tasty.
Alens Nguyen — Google review
Ordered their hotpot with fish and chicken together with 2 can of coke. The food for me was so so but the price i think it was on the steep side abit. Staff is very friendly, environment is good. Total damage 780,000
Seng Hwai Lee — Google review
One of the most famous restaurant in Sa Pa. It is full of Vietnamese to eat ‘Ca Tam’, which is worth to try. But, in meal time, you might feel in hurry to finish your meal due to atmosphere in this restaurant.
Paul Park — Google review
Ordered roasted chicken (half), served with grilled sticky rice. The meat was moist and skin crispy. I agree with the reviews about portion size. I think you shouldn't order too hasty here (or subtract one from your intentionally ordered). Anyway, it tasted great, OK price for the portion and I found the service pleasant.
Athichai Suppaopas — Google review
This restaurants service was really good and the atmosphere had live music playing too! The horse meat and wild boar were straight fire. Would recommend checking this place out
Thu Doan — Google review
The place is very near the center it is a walking distance. You should dine here if you go to Sapa. It is a very fulfilling dinner after Fansipan Tour. The waiter who speaks English is very friendly whoch made me and my friends comfortable while eating. He makes sure that we are comfortable and give what we need. The food is very good!! Soo yum!! 800k for 4 people 🥰🥰😋😋
Linda Gabriel Tokyas — Google review
I think the food here is mediocre to borderline bad…. It’s expensive and doesn’t really taste good, so it’s a pity. We ordered the salmon hotpot and a grilled pork dish, and the grilled pork is just filled with oil the moment you bit into it. It’s very tough and unenjoyable. The salmon taste rather fishy and has a lot of bones, and there is a lack of variety of ingredients. It cost us 1.1M dong for the meal so it’s definitely not worth the money.
Pei Rong — Google review
Attractive restaurant with a hill tribe theme that caters to both tourists and locals with a menu of all the usual Sapa standards at Sapa prices, rather high that is. Staff are friendly and the food is generally good. The grilled horse for 180k came with a nice dipping sauce and the fries as well as the mushroom soup were both tasty, while the amount and variety of the latter was a bit disappointing, but then, it cost only 50k a bowl. The salmon was slightly disappointing though. For sure, it was fresh, but it would be a good idea to train the chefs in some basic sushi skills if you offer raw salmon in your restaurant. Bones in a sashimi cut are a definite no no. I also find the flavour of the farmed salmon in this region a little lacking. The meat is very lean compared to the salmon I'm used to and less flavourful, and it doesn't come cheap at 250k for a rather small portion. Having said that, I still consider A Phu one of the better places to eat in Sapa where good value food is hard to find these days.
Andre Schoch — Google review
This place has lots of google reviews cause the staff ask for it at the end of a meal, but it doesn’t mean they are fake reviews! We order the smallest salmon hotpot set for 500k dong, and a generous portion of vegetables, mushrooms, tofu and salmon came. Really value for money and the salmon was really good. There were quite a few bones which made it a bit of a hassle to eat but the quality of the salmon made up for it. Soup had a slightly sour/tart flavour, along with a low level of spice, and was overall pretty tasty with bean curd slices and some herb. Staff was really friendly as well and tried their best even though they didn’t speak much english. Menu did not have english but just use google translate and you’ll be fine. Overall I would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking to try sapa salmon hotpot!
Brandon Wong — Google review
#CockroachAlert Ordered the famous salmon hot pot, roasted chicken and beer. Salmon broth was thick and flavorful, and full of bones. Chicken was skinny but chewy tho. Beer was served warm, not to our liking. Food was ok initially (I'll give it about 3 stars) until we found a cockroach, a nymph in the broth - photo attached. Manager on duty (Mi Huong) was kind enough to waive the entire meal, but we insisted on paying for the chicken and drinks. After this incident, hopefully they will pay more attention to the hygiene in the kitchen. Honestly, the manager had a great attitude, and it saved the situation. Oh, one more thing to note. The staff don't speak English, and there was no English menu. We had a hard time ordering. Eat at your own risk =)
ALVIN TAN — Google review
A great selection of local dishes including cap nach (pork), salmon hot pot and horse (I tried the sticky rice). All very delicious, atmosphere was cosy with staff playing flute live and staff were friendly.
Jessie Kan — Google review
Best food in Sapa by far. It’s located right in the town center, but the quality of food was great. We were so disappointed with all the other food we’ve had in Sapa, so we knew we had to return. There’s multiple floors and is fairly busy on the weekends. Like others have said, the menu is only on Vietnamese but Google Translate doesn’t do a good job of translating it either.
Briana — Google review
Delicious hotpot place with friendly service! The broth was so delicious and flavorful which was perfect for cold weather in Sapa. The owner doesn’t speak well English but was very kind to show us how to eat and how long to cook the fish (body gestures and minimal English was fine!) Highly recommend if you want to have a good hotpot in Sapa!
Margaret Lin — Google review
The hotpot was nice, rich in taste and various dishes inside. There’s tofu, enoki, vegetables in a bowl, some rice noodles. We order salmon hotpot, so they also have salmon in separate bowl. The salmon fillet was not a whole meat, some parts are include fish bone, and skin. Some taste nice, some hard to separate fish meat and the bones. The hotpot cost 500.000 VND and it’s enough for two. The drink cost 15.000 VND for sprite/cola can. Need to pay cash here, not accept card. And the staffs not speak English so please make sure your order and price is right, bcs the menu also not in English.
JOHANNA — Google review
Good Recommendation from the staff. Ordered a hotpot with sturgeon fish. It was a good call. No problem with no English menu. Wild forest veggie is nice but we forgot to remind the restaurant not to add bamboo shoots. A tad pricey but hotpot was good.
Qmo Lim — Google review
We had grilled chicken served with com lam & fried vegetables (bamboo shoots). The chicken was very tender, just a little undercooked imo. The vegetables came in generous portion. There was a live performance, he played flute with mandarin pop songs. Pretty interesting.
Pei — Google review
The entire menu is only in Vietnamese so have translate ready. We ordered the salmon hotpot for 500k which was more than enough for 2 people! The broth was very fresh and heartwarming. There was live flute playing which created a really nice atmosphere. The only thing I didn’t like was the staff seemed extremely rushed to get my order in, while I was trying to translate the menu he stood next to me and kept pushing me to order the hotpot and before I had a chance to flick to the next page he demanded we answer what drinks we wanted. His rushed manner made me quite anxious and unsure what I actually ordered
Esther — Google review
15 Fansipan, TT. Sa Pa, Sa Pa, Lào Cai, Vietnamhttps://www.facebook.com/aphusapa+84 868 159 900A Phủ Restaurant reservations

2Nhà hàng Khám Phá Việt ( Thắng cố A Quỳnh )

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A Quynh's restaurant is a popular choice for those looking for delicious Vietnamese dishes in the heart of Sapa. The menu features seafood, hotpot broth and sturgeon steamed fish, all of which are excellent and generously portioned. The service is friendly and down-to-earth, making it a must-go destination in Sapa.
We wandered in here starving and could not have gotten more lucky. We ordered the hot pot and were brought enough food for 5 people. Felt kind of bad about that but ate over half of it as well! It was delicious! You get to add everything yourself (put in the noodles last), and the seasoning and broth could not have been tastier. Sapa was certainly a major highlight of the honeymoon, and this was our favorite dinner by far. Head there after a long hike and enjoy!
Gordon Brooks — Google review
Only locals! Fresh seafood, generous portions. Delicious hotpot broth and sturgeon steam fish. Excellent service from very down to earth waitresses. A must-go in Sapa.
Wendy Chen — Google review
Recommended from hotel staff to try hot pot here. The soup and dipping sauce is tasty. But the way they cut salmon here left lots of bone in almost every pieces, somewhat hard to eat. Roasted pork also tasted good. Nice place to try Sapa dishes. Spent 500,000 VND for salmon hotpot for 2 people, 250,000 VND for roasted pork (price similar to other places).
Athichai Suppaopas — Google review
One of the better rated Hotpot restaurant in Sapa & it is agreeable. Soup base & meat/veggies quality were as good as many Hotpot restaurants we visited in HCM & Hanoi. Nice ambience with various seating options (elevated floor seating & short chairs) and great for small & large groups. Reason for the minus 1-star is because of the manager who refused to even put us on waitlist because they had no tables when we went the night before. She just said NO and brushed us off to leave. Recommend to go during lunch or before dinner hours.
J Y K — Google review
My favourite meal in Sapa!! HAPPY to have found this shop from Google Maps and that we gave it a try. VEGETABLES were super fresh, and the soup was amazing!!! I love the service by the staff, they were really considerate and helpful. Highly recommended!
lin lin — Google review
15 Thạch Sơn, TT. Sa Pa, Sa Pa, Lào Cai, Vietnamhttp://nhahangsapa.com/+84 214 3871 555
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The restaurant Sapa Cuisine Restaurant has a warm and comfortable design that is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy the unique cuisine of the region. From roasted skewers to specialties of the Sapa mountains, there is something for everyone to eat at this popular spot.
Food is just awesome.. there is a variety in the menu as you can choose between authentic vietnamese cuisine and ordinary meals like Burgers and French fries.. The view of the restaurant is amazing as it's located in the heart of Sapa where everything is easily accessible. The stuff is very friendly and helpful and they serve very good drinks too. Best food experience in Sa Pa❤
Travel Addition محمود ندا — Google review
Very convenient if you are staying at the Victoria Hotel - a couple of minutes down the steps towards the town. We are here 3 times and on each occasion had great food and service. Very cheap by western standards - meal for 2 with soft drinks about US$12.
thu tam — Google review
This place is actually called panorama cafe, was not as good as the reviews made it out to be. Was pretty expensive for what it was and we had to add pepper, soy, salt and oil to get any flavour.
Rachel Boyd — Google review
Food is delicious and price is reasonable! We enjoyed lunch time here. Highly recommend!
林凱笛 — Google review
Good location, great service and helpful staffs! Highly recommend!
Khoa Hà Hữu — Google review
Very nice vietnamese food with good service.
Damon Simpson — Google review
Very nice vietnamese food for good price
Asli Aladag (Alumni) — Google review
A bit out of the way to get to but the stir fried pork is worth the climb
Peter Wiese — Google review
10 Hoàng Diệu, TT. Sa Pa, Sa Pa, Lào Cai, Vietnamhttp://www.sapacuisine.com/+84 919 524 535Sapa Cuisine Restaurant reservations
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The Red Dao House Restaurant is a great place to enjoy traditional Vietnamese cuisine in a comfortable and cozy atmosphere. With an innovative food menu, talented staff and lovely uniforms, you will have an amazing time!
Cozy restaurant with a variety of Sapa special dishes. Delicious food, reasonable pricing, professional staffs
Nam Pham — Google review
This place is more for tourist. Since we were having hotpot the next day, we went for the ala carte. Portion wise is okay but we did not like the mushroom soup with smelly pork smell. The tofu is nice and the grilled beef square is not even grilled and it was really tough. The sweet and sour pork was ok but the chicken was not great, small serving and expensive. As for the rest of the dishes it was only so so.
Rumbling Tummy — Google review
Had an amazing dine-in experience in this restaurant. Food was very good, tasty, and has generous serving for its cheap price! We came back the following day because of their food. Customer service is superb as well! Thanks Kim and Achi for assisting us! Will definitely recommend to my Filipino friends!
Patricia Aparejado — Google review
Food: Local Sapa ethnic cuisine Services: Good Price: Moderate $$. The salmon sashimi was overpriced Value: OK Ambiance: primarily tourists from various tour group Decor: rustic Sapa ethnic decor Location: Side street off of downtown Sapa Favorite Dish(es): baked salmon and sturgeon were very good.
Ryan Hubris — Google review
Best Resturant in SAPA! Love the noodles and dishes that reminds you of Chinese home cooked food. Definitely recommended to drop by for a meal if you are in town. The place is always crowded with tourist and tour groups!
Soon De Bao Nicholas — Google review
We had great experience in a Red Dao restaurant in Sapa! Our family had dinner there last Thursday, they welcomed us with warm and friendly. The host found us a good table which had a view to the beautiful and romantic scene. The atmosphere of the restaurant was cosy and excellent! The main dishes were actually delicious and fresh. Overall, it was a good experience, and I would go again.
Nguyen Thanh Bang — Google review
The place is well-lit and beautifully decorated. We ordered their salmon hotpot, which was decent. However, I have to subtract 3 points from my experience because we witnessed a cockroach emerging from the stove.
Joy — Google review
The menu comes with English, which is quite easy for foreigners to order. The waiters is also able to speak English. The food are more to asian style, which is very comfortable for me. We were able to have a satisfied meal here.
danny yks — Google review
I recently had the pleasure of trying the sturgeon hotpot at Red Dzao House and it left quite an impression. The dish showcased a perfect blend of freshness and flavor. The sturgeon, known for its firm texture, was expertly prepared, offering a delightful melt-in-your-mouth experience. The broth was a harmonious mix of savory and aromatic spices, complementing the mildness of the sturgeon. The hotpot experience was elevated with a variety of fresh vegetables and herbs, enhancing both the visual appeal and taste profile. The attentive service (specially staff A Ching) added to the overall satisfaction, making it a memorable dining experience. If you're a seafood enthusiast looking for a unique hotpot adventure, I highly recommend trying the sturgeon hotpot at Red Dzao House. It's a culinary journey that skillfully combines quality ingredients with skilled preparation.
Suelaine Bernardez — Google review
Recommended here by our hotel and the recommendation did not disappoint. Ordered the beef hot pot, waitress cooked the meal for us in front of us. The food was very tasty and large portions meant two of us ate from the one person hot pot. Would recommend going here. Staff all friendly and it was the best service we've had in Vietnam.
Bradley Pollard — Google review
Came here with a tour group and they brought out a variety of dishes for us to sample. The food was good and reminded me a lot of what I had growing up. Definitely worth checking out while in Sapa!
B P — Google review
The hotpot was pretty good, the meat, fish and chicken are fresh and the team is friendly. They don’t seem to change table cloths … ever thou.. mine had large stains and leftover food on it and was wet
Peter MON (Charlie) — Google review
When in SAPA, highly recommended to visit this restaurant for meals. Good food and good service. Price is reasonable.
Philip Lee — Google review
Food delicious. the manager and waiters and waitresses service very good. Especially Waitress Kim has done well and good in English speaking. The restaurant price is reasonable, must try the food. Thanks you 🙏👍
Ivan Yee — Google review
We were served by A Chi who gave us great food recommendations and made sure we enjoyed our meal. We ordered grilled pork and tofu and both were really good. The food was delicious. The vegetables were fresh. I really liked the taste of ô dây, a leaf with sour taste.
Chesed Mercado — Google review
The restaurant provide the variety of selections. The food was very excellent. Hotpot with fish was super tasty and big portions. The waiter named ‘A chi’ was very generous and offer the right menu fit for us. We had a great evening here
Piyada Tansawai — Google review
SaPa is lucky enough to have some great restaurants, and Red Dzao House is one of them. Situated up a small hill from the SaPa Square, its location is not far but far enough away from the busy areas. I dined in their alfresco section (in the far corner), which offered a small view of the street and of the mountains in the far distance. They have inside dining and upstairs too, all with a very nice, traditional looking decor and atmosphere. The alfresco area has some small trees and plants scattered throughout and cultural lanterns hanging everywhere. This gives a good ambience and a pleasurable dining experience. Red Dzao House's menu has many selections to choose from (Soups, Appetisers, Mains & Desserts), with some Vietnamese dishes. Mostly dishes for tourists, but I did encounter many locals eating here. The wine list and beverage options are also quite vast in endeavours to cover diners' preferences. The service is good, and I was greeted immediately (and allowed to sit in the alfresco section with my dog) and escorted to a table. I arrived early, around 6pm, but as I left, the restaurant was beginning to get quite busy. I ordered Red Dzao Soup (delicious) & Chicken Fillet with Creamy Mushroom Sauce that cane with a Vietnamese salad and a few chips (another delicious dish). These meals were well presented and arrived at my table quite quickly. I also ordered a Virgin Colada, which was quite large and really tasty. The prices aren't too expensive, especially for the quality and quantity I received but are higher than many of the local eateries. The small faults i experienced were small but significant enough to mention. 1. Before I finished my soup, the main course was served. 2. The chicken fillet had a small bone left inside of it. (Hence, I only gave them four stars for food.) Definitely recommended for a nice dining experience and a change from the local eateries and street food. I will be returning to dine again on some different options. Second visit was equally as good as my first visit, but I had a lunch instead. The place has lots of seating but attracts a lot of people, so you MAY not get a table immediately during peak times. This time I had a Tropicana (non-alcoholic cocktail) to drink and Grilled Pork in Sesame & Honey. This was delicious, though the pork was slightly chewy, but that didn't spoil the meal. Again, the prices were good value for the portion, quality and presentation. I'll come back again if time permits.
Thommo Googlehater — Google review
Decorated in Hmong decor, Red Dzao House had some yummy dishes that the family enjoyed. We had the beef and mushroom, which we loved and the kids loved the gravy on rice - reminded them of loco moco in Hawaii. The small salmon hot pot for two could've fed 3-4 people. The vegetables and salmon were fresh and organic, while the broth had a mild hint of thai tom yum soup. The beef, green papaya salad, and fries were a hit too. Man, I can't stop thinking about the green papaya salad. The server was super nice that she told us to stop ordering because we had too much food. I appreciate a restaurant with integrity.
Jennifer oh — Google review
Food is good. Big portion & nice. Best part of this restaurant is their excellent customer service & ambience. When dining, they always make sure everyone is seated & very attentive. Very chill ❤️ Definitely recommended!
Rainy Baxx — Google review
I recommend this restaurant. The wait staff wear traditional outfits. The sweet potato balls, green papaya salad, eggplant with garlic, fish, and a shrimp dish were all tasty. One nice thing was that the music was not Christmas songs as so many places have. Instead it was music of the northern hill tribes. Outside there are many beautiful lanterns.
Gary Brazel — Google review
4b Thác Bạc, TT. Sa Pa, Sa Pa, Lào Cai 333100, Vietnam+84 214 3872 927Red Dzao House reservations
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Moment Romantic Restaurant, located in the small town of Sapa, is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. Offering both Vietnamese and European cuisine, the restaurant is sure to satisfy any craving. Menu items include salmon hotpot and sturgeon hotpot, which are must-try dishes for visitors. Parking is available onsite and delivery services are also available.
We are familly with 2 teenagers (my husband is American). And we came here 3 times because 4 of us love the foods here! Very good food, both western and Vietnamese. The owner can speak English well and so helpful to give us the recommendation. Reasonable price compare to the other restaurant but not street restaurant around center. Must try: sapa spring roll, home made hotpot, salmon. P/s: they have very special plum wine made by the owner (see my picture)
TRAN VAN ANH — Google review
We had their hotpot which was amazing! We couldn't decide between beef or salmon and the waitress offered us half of each, she explained how to eat it since it was our first time ordering hot pot. Our lunch was spot on, warm and filling and very tasty. Try the hot pot and I'm sure you won't regret! Once we finished eating we had 2 hours to pass till our bus to Hanoi and she said we could leave our bags in the restaurant while we're taking a short walk In the town. That was a beautiful gesture! Btw during the meal they offered refill to the soup and the veggies with no additional charge l. Highly recommend this place!!
Noy Calif — Google review
One of my favourite restaurants in Sa Pa. We absolutely loved their food. My key wins were spring rolls, vegetarian soup and fried rice. They were very accommodating to prepare vegetarian food as we liked. They also allowed us to keep our bags there while we went for a short excursion. Very friendly staff. The complimentary passionfruit with honey drizzled on top was a surprisingly fun dessert!
Astha Tanna — Google review
The service at this place was top notch and it's a good place to try out the salmon hotpot. Nothing too heavy for the stomach and keeps you warm. The owner and it's staff were amazing and capture our hearts. We were explaining our itinerary and they even told us Fansipan is closed for maintenance. We were so grateful for the information and they sure know their stuff and knowledge around Sapa! Dessert was also complimentary, if I could give six stars, I would!
Shataz Ho — Google review
Came here twice for breakfast and dinner. Service was really good and all the waitresses were really friendly. Vuon served us for dinner and introduced the hot pot to us and chatted with us - extremely good service. Food was also very good - enjoyed the rice and the omelette in the morning. Hotpot at night was also really good. Had the salmon and the mixed meats. Atmosphere was great but there could be different songs played :P
Hong Ting Jun — Google review
Great staff and great food! They have a lot of local ingredients and condiments, the beef was prepared perfectly and I LOVED their hot wine (made from local wine) - a must try for a cold mountain evening :)
Martin — Google review
Lovely restaurant and having hotpot in weather like Sapa is really great. The waitress speaks really good English and explained the menu in detail. Had the salmon hotpot and there's free refill of soup (refreshing sour taste) and vegetables. Also had the spring roll which tasted good too. Ambience was really relaxing
Hans Sutanto — Google review
Our visit to Moment Romantic Restaurant was truly delightful. We chose the local Salmon Hotpot and were not only treated to its delicious flavors but also shown how to prepare it. The waitstaff were friendly, helpful, and had excellent English skills. Although the portion size was already big enough, we were unlimited to add more fresh herbs and noodles. We highly recommend this restaurant and would gladly return for another enjoyable experience!
Tara Schattschneider — Google review
Great dining experience. Went twice and served by Vuon who's super friendly and speak English well. The first time we had was the salmon hotpot but prepared for some small bones. Is great to have hotpot during the cold weather. The second time we went we had sturgeon fish soup, grilled sturgeon and spring roll. Very nice and yummy too. The fish only have soft bones which can be eaten and highly recommend people to get this fish instead of the salmon if you don't know how to handle bones.
Kevel Zheng — Google review
Food was superb. Single order of hotpot is already good for two with unlimited vegetables. It also comes with noodles. The staff were really nice and helped us with other possible stuff to do in town as Fansipan was closed when we visited.
Anna Charmaine Abara — Google review
Amazing food and amazing views!! What initially drew us to this restaurant was its wonderful view of the mountain. But we were pleasantly surprised to find the food was just as good! We ordered two cheeseburgers, and were not disappointed! They had a lot of options that ranged from traditional Vietnamese to Western cuisine.
Christina Formby — Google review
Moment Romantic Restaurant is the best place to have Hot Pot Salmon fish, highly recommend to anyone visit Sapa.
Hieu Stone — Google review
I’d say this is the best meal I had in Sapa for the past 3 days!! Food is tasty (close to Asian taste). Service is excellent! They will checking with you, if you need any other service or top up of steam rice (free). Most importantly, they can communicate well in English.
Juice Orange — Google review
Delicious hot pot place. We really liked the salmon and beef hot pod. Very flavorful broth. And they even have Thai dipping sauce. Friendly and very attentive service.
Andreas Fichter — Google review
Fantastic salmon hot pot and the BEST spring rolls we have had! Vuon was brilliant. Spoke excellent English and helped us cook the salmon to perfection. Ice cold beers went down a treat.
Stu McLennan — Google review
Friendly staff with very decent food at an affordable price. Ordered their salmon hot pot, Sa Pa spring roll, garlic butter French fries and Vietnamese tea. Definitely more than enough for 2 pax. Staff are super friendly, had small talk with them and give us suggestion for places to visit and point us to the nearest super mart. Also, they did mention that the veges and possibly steamed rice for salmon hotpot can be refilled for free! Most importantly the salmon hotpot soup is refreshing and has a unique taste, definitely a must try. Also they gave us free dessert, passion fruit with honey! 100/10 recommended place to visit!!
KennyHo SC — Google review
Ordered hotpot, and it was delicious because sapa is cold at night. the service was astonishing. The waitress was really helpful, keep on checking the customer and very kind. We got complimentary passion fruit also and free refill for vegetables. Very nice
Pio Kefas — Google review
We met a traveller who shared that we should try salmon hotpot when we are at sapa,so here we are.awesome recommendation! The lady who took our orders and introduced the dishes to us was polite and gentle. The soup was tasty and made from onions,lemongrass,pineapple,ginger.
Caroline Hing — Google review
Delicious and healthy meal! Staff were extremely friendly. Had their salmon hotpot and Sapa spring rolls. Salmon hotpot soup base is spicy and slightly sour. I loved it even though i am not a fan of sour and spicy soups. The serving is suitable for 2-3 pax. The restaurant even offered second serving of vegetables.
Bryan Yeo — Google review
One of the best restaurants we had in Sa Pa. Food is soo good that we order 4 dishes for 2 people. Highly recommend the squid with pineapple. We love the ambience with nice background music. The staff is lovely and always check with us is everything is good. Dessert in the house of passion fruit with honey is a bomb. We love it so much! Will come back the next time we are back in Sa Pa.
Lindsay Sunhendra — Google review
Everything was 5/5 ! We ordered the traditional salmon hot pot which is popular in Sa pa. If you are planning on trying hot pots, I would highly recommend this place. The staff are absolutely amazing. They look after you so well and very friendly. They also gave us complementary passion fruit with honey.
palak sharma — Google review
Was recommended this place by a friend. We are very pleased with the meal. Ordered the salmon hot pot which was delicious. The staff asked if we preferred the soup to be spicier or sweeter and modified it accordingly. They offered a second serving of vegetables too. The ladyboss and the staff are very attentive and friendly. Top notch service. We loved the chilli so much we bought one to bring home.
Danielle Ng — Google review
001A Thác Bạc, TT. Sa Pa, Sa Pa, Lào Cai 330000, Vietnam+84 982 884 965Moment Romantic Restaurant reservations