Hotel · Lao Chai, Sa Pa

Arista Homestay

Tỉnh lộ 152, Tổ 2, Phường Cầu Mây, thị xã Sa Pa, tỉnh Lào Cai, Sa Pa, Vietnam·View on map

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8.3
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A hotel in Lao Chai, Sa Pa, with an outdoor pool, Mường Hoa valley views, family rooms, Asian breakfast and an on-site restaurant.

Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 12:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastAsian, Breakfast to go

Description

Arista Homestay is a hotel in Lao Chai, Sa Pa, with an outdoor swimming pool and views across the Mường Hoa valley. Set about 4.3 km from Sa Pa town centre, it combines a village setting with a restaurant, bar, garden and sun terrace. Free private parking is available on site, and WiFi is free in the rooms. The hotel also has a 24-hour front desk and a shuttle service. Asian breakfast and a breakfast-to-go option are available, while the restaurant serves lunch and dinner.

Accommodation ranges from a 14.5 m² king room to a 100 m² mixed dormitory, alongside twin, double and family rooms. Room features include terraces, private bathrooms and garden, mountain, pool, river or landmark views. The private room types have air conditioning. The 50 m² family room has a super-king bed and a bunk bed for up to four people, while the dormitory has 22 single beds. Families can use the indoor play area and kids' pool; shared outdoor spaces include a garden, BBQ facilities and an outdoor fireplace.

Rooms

5 room types · 14–100 m²

Arista Homestay offers five room types: a Deluxe Family Room, a twin room, a mixed dormitory, a king room and a Deluxe Double Room. Their floor areas range from 14.5 m² for the King Room with Garden View to 100 m² for the Mixed Dormitory Room; the family room measures 50 m², while the twin and deluxe double each measure 25 m². The private rooms suit couples, friends or families, while the dormitory can accommodate up to 22 people.

Terraces and garden views recur across the rooms, with mountain, pool, river and landmark views among the features. Each room type has a private bathroom, and air conditioning is available in the family, twin, king and deluxe double rooms. The family option combines a super-king bed with a bunk bed; the twin has two single beds, while the king and deluxe double rooms each have an extra-large double bed. Several rooms also have a pool with a view.

Deluxe Family Room — Arista Homestay
50 m² Max. 6 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) and 1 Bunk bed

At 50 m², this is the largest private room and the one with a family bed layout: a super-king bed and a bunk bed for up to four people. It has a terrace with garden views and a pool with a view, as well as air conditioning and a private bathroom.

TerraceGarden viewPool view
Twin Room with Mountain View — Arista Homestay
25 m² Max. 3 guests 2 Single bed

This 25 m² room has two single beds, distinguishing it from the double-bed options. Its terrace looks towards the garden, and the room also has mountain and pool views. Air conditioning and a private bathroom complete the main features for a stay of up to two people.

Mountain viewAir conditioningSoundproofing
Mixed Dormitory Room — Arista Homestay
100 m² Max. 22 guests 22 Single bed

At 100 m², this is the largest room and the property's only dormitory, with 22 single beds for up to 22 people. It has a private entrance, a seating area and a terrace with garden views; a fireplace and a pool with a view distinguish it from the private-room layouts.

FireplaceSeating areaGarden view
King Room with Garden View — Arista Homestay
14 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

The 14.5 m² King Room with Garden View is the smallest private option, with an extra-large double bed for up to two people. Its garden-facing terrace and pool view set it apart, while the private bathroom and air conditioning provide the main in-room conveniences.

Garden viewAir conditioningPrivate bathroom
Deluxe Double Room — Arista Homestay
25 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

At 25 m², this double room offers 10.5 m² more floor space than the King Room with Garden View, while retaining an extra-large double bed. It also has a terrace with garden and pool views, air conditioning and a private bathroom, for up to three people.

Pool viewTerraceSoundproofing

Facilities

43 facilities

The outdoor facilities include a swimming pool, a kids' pool, a sun terrace, a garden, balconies, a patio and BBQ facilities. Sun umbrellas and loungers provide seating beside the pools, while the picnic area and outdoor dining furniture offer additional places to sit outside. Families can make use of the indoor play area, baby safety gates and family rooms; evening entertainment and themed dinner nights are also available.

Dining facilities include a restaurant, bar, snack bar and on-site coffee house. Asian breakfast is offered, with a breakfast-to-go option; the restaurant serves lunch and dinner, and special-diet menus are available on request. Free private parking is available on site without a reservation, and WiFi is free in the rooms. A shuttle service, 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, room service, shared lounge and shared kitchen round out the facilities.

General

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Sun terrace
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Evening entertainment
  • Indoor play area
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shuttle service
  • Family rooms
  • Outdoor swimming pool

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

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Shared toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • River view
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Internet services

Parking

  • Valet parking

The property stands on Tỉnh lộ 152 in Lao Chai, within the Mường Hoa valley rather than Sa Pa's central streets. The valley is a rural corridor of river, terraced slopes and villages south-east of town. Muong Hoa Valley viewpoint is 150 m away, Lao Chai hamlet is 600 m away, and Nhà Thờ Giáo Họ Mường Hoa is 550 m away. Tả Van village, another settlement along the valley, is 1.7 km from the hotel.

Sa Pa town centre is about 4.3 km away; Sa Pa Bus Station is 4.3 km away and HasonHaivan Bus is 3.7 km away. Sleeper buses from Hanoi reach Sa Pa in five to six hours, after which you can continue from the station by taxi or the property's shuttle service. Tỉnh lộ 152 gives road access to Lao Chai, and free private parking is available on site without a reservation.

Núi Hàm Rồng is 2.6 km away, Sapa Market is 3.8 km away and the Suspension Bridge is 1.9 km from the property. Hâu Thào village is 1.8 km away, while Waterfall Quy Khach is 3.7 km away. Across the wider valley, rice terraces and Hmong, Giay and Red Dao villages follow the Mường Hoa corridor. The terraces are green from June to August and golden at harvest in September and early October; June to August is also Sa Pa's wettest period. March to May and September to November are generally more settled for outdoor excursions.

  • Muong Hoa Valley
    A nearby viewpoint over the valley's terraced slopes and village scenery.
    150 m
  • Lao Chai
    The neighbouring hamlet sits among the villages of the Mường Hoa valley.
    600 m
  • Nhà Thờ Giáo Họ Mường Hoa
    A local church near the valley hamlet and surrounding rural homes.
    550 m
  • Tả Van
    A valley village among rice terraces and communities south-east of town.
    1.7 km
  • Suspension Bridge
    A crossing above the valley, close to walking routes through the villages.
    1.9 km
  • Sapa Market
    A town market for local produce, food and everyday shopping.
    3.8 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want views across mountains, rice terraces and the Mường Hoa valley.
  • ✓you are travelling as a family and value a 50 m² room with a super-king bed and bunk bed.
  • ✓you would enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, kids' pool, sun terrace and garden.
  • ✓you plan to eat on site: the hotel has a restaurant, bar and Asian breakfast.
  • ✓you are arriving by car and want free private parking on site without a reservation.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you want to stay within walking distance of central Sa Pa; the town centre is about 4.3 km away.
  • ✕you prefer a small shared room; the mixed dormitory has 22 single beds and accommodates up to 22 people.
  • ✕you need a larger private room; the King Room with Garden View measures 14.5 m².
  • ✕you are particularly sensitive to room odours or linen hygiene; some reviewers raised these concerns.

What guests say

71 verified reviews
8.3

Guests most often praise the mountain, rice-terrace and valley views, and describe the Lao Chai setting as peaceful despite the drive to town. Breakfast and value also receive positive comments. Some reviewers report persistent room odours and concerns about bedsheet hygiene.

Free WiFi10.0
Staff9.0
Value for money8.7
Cleanliness8.5
Facilities8.5
Comfort8.4
Location8.0

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Arista Homestay cost?

Rates at Arista Homestay change with the season, room type and dates, so there is no single nightly price. View current rates for your stay through our booking partners.

How do I get to Arista Homestay?

Arista Homestay is on Tỉnh lộ 152 in Lao Chai. Sa Pa Bus Station is 4.3 km away, and HasonHaivan Bus is 3.7 km away; a taxi can cover the last stretch, while the property also has a shuttle service. Free private parking is available on site without a reservation. Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:30.

What is near Arista Homestay?

Arista Homestay is 150 m from the Muong Hoa Valley viewpoint and 600 m from Lao Chai hamlet. Nhà Thờ Giáo Họ Mường Hoa is 550 m away, and Tả Van village is 1.7 km from the property. The Suspension Bridge is 1.9 km away, while Sapa Market is 3.8 km away. The valley is known for rice terraces and villages along the Mường Hoa river.

What breakfast does Arista Homestay offer?

Arista Homestay offers an Asian breakfast and a breakfast-to-go option. Guest feedback mentions pho, omelettes and vegetarian dishes; the on-site restaurant also serves lunch and dinner, with special-diet menus available on request.

Does Arista Homestay have a swimming pool?

Arista Homestay has an outdoor swimming pool and a separate kids' pool, along with sun umbrellas and loungers. Several room types also feature a pool with a view, and the outdoor facilities include a garden and sun terrace.

What family room is available at Arista Homestay?

Arista Homestay has a 50 m² Deluxe Family Room with a super-king bed and a bunk bed; it accommodates up to four people. The room also has a terrace with garden views, air conditioning and a private bathroom.

What dining facilities does Arista Homestay have?

Arista Homestay has an on-site restaurant, bar, snack bar and coffee house. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, with a kid-friendly buffet, kids' meals and special-diet menus available on request.

What facilities does Arista Homestay offer for children?

Arista Homestay has an indoor play area, a kids' pool, baby safety gates and child safety socket covers. Families can also book the 50 m² Deluxe Family Room, which has a super-king bed and a bunk bed.

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