Guest house · Sa Pa Town, Sa Pa

Alu Homestay SaPa

712 Đường Điện Biên Phủ, Sa Pa, Vietnam·View on map

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8.9
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This guest house in Sa Pa town pairs self-catering studios with mountain or city views, family-friendly layouts and a short walk to the lake.

Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 12:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Alu Homestay SaPa is a guest house in Sa Pa town, with studios offering mountain or city views. At 712 Đường Điện Biên Phủ, it provides two studio layouts measuring 35 m² and 40 m², each with a private bathroom, air conditioning, soundproofing and a kitchen. The larger studio looks towards both the mountains and the city, while the Standard Studio offers a more compact arrangement.

Both have seating and dining areas, a flat-screen TV and cooking equipment, including a stovetop, refrigerator and kettle. Family rooms are available, and each studio accommodates up to four people. Free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and daily housekeeping support your stay; room service and a shared lounge are also available. An airport shuttle and a paid shuttle service are offered, and free public parking is available nearby. Sa Pa Lake and the bus station are both 500 m away.

Rooms

2 room types · 35–40 m²

The accommodation consists of two studios, both set up for self-catering and each with a private bathroom, air conditioning, soundproofing and a flat-screen TV. Their kitchens include a stovetop, refrigerator, kettle and kitchenware, with a dining table and seating area for meals or time indoors. Both have the same listed bed arrangement, and each accommodates up to four people.

The Studio with Mountain View is the larger option at 40 m², with views of both the mountains and the city. It also has a dining area and a walk-in shower, bidet and hairdryer in the bathroom. The Standard Studio measures 35 m² and has a seating area as well as a dining area. Its bathroom includes a walk-in shower and bidet. The two layouts share the main cooking and in-room facilities, while the larger studio stands apart for its views and additional floor space.

Studio with Mountain View — Alu Homestay SaPa
40 m² Max. 6 guests 2 Large bed (King size)

At 40 m², this is the larger of the two studios and the only one with mountain and city views. It has a kitchen with a stovetop, refrigerator and kettle, plus a dining area. Soundproof walls and air conditioning accompany the private bathroom, which has a walk-in shower, bidet and hairdryer.

Mountain viewCity viewDining area
Standard Studio — Alu Homestay SaPa
35 m² Max. 6 guests 2 Large bed (King size)

The 35 m² Standard Studio is the more compact option, with space for up to four people and a kitchen with a stovetop, refrigerator and kettle. Its seating and dining areas sit alongside a flat-screen TV, while soundproof walls and air conditioning are provided. The private bathroom has a walk-in shower and bidet.

Seating areaSoundproofingAir conditioning

Facilities

44 facilities
Parking
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Kitchen
Airport shuttle
Free parking
Room service
Flat-screen TV

Alu Homestay SaPa combines in-room cooking facilities with services suited to a stay in Sa Pa. Each studio has a kitchen or kitchenette, refrigerator, stovetop, kettle and dining table, and the property also provides a shared kitchen. Free WiFi is available throughout, while flat-screen TVs, air conditioning and soundproof rooms add practical indoor comforts. Family rooms are part of the accommodation range.

At the front desk, private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour reception and luggage storage are available. Daily housekeeping, laundry and room service add support during your stay, and the shared lounge/TV area provides a common indoor space. Bicycle rental and walking tours are among the activities offered. An airport shuttle is available as part of the paid shuttle service. Free public parking is possible nearby, rather than on the premises. Heating, fans and ironing facilities are also provided.

General

  • Bicycle rental
  • Walking tours
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service

In the room

  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Seating area

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet services

Parking

  • Parking

Alu Homestay SaPa is at 712 Đường Điện Biên Phủ in Sa Pa town, on an uphill street a short walk from the centre. Sa Pa Lake is 500 m away; Sa Pa Museum and Our Lady of Rosary Church - Sapa Catholic Parish are each 600 m away. The viewpoint named Muong hoa valley is 550 m away. The return to Điện Biên Phủ climbs uphill.

HK Buslines is 200 m away and Sa Pa Bus Station is 500 m away. Direct sleeper buses from Hanoi reach Sa Pa Bus Station in five to six hours, leaving a short final leg to the homestay; the property also has a paid shuttle service. Noi Bai is about 320 km from Sa Pa, while Lao Cai railway station is about 35 km away, followed by roughly an hour on the mountain road by bus or taxi. Free public parking is available nearby, rather than on site.

Ham Rong Garden - Ham Rong Mountain is 900 m away, rising above the town centre. Sapa Market is 1.1 km from the property, and Cat Cat Village, a Hmong village below Sa Pa, is 1.5 km away. Fansipan Legend cable car station is 1.8 km away for the ascent towards Fansipan, which reaches 3,143 m. Sa Pa’s central streets also lead to the Stone Church and the town’s lakeside paths; walking uphill from the lake returns you towards the homestay.

  • HK Buslines
    Bus stop close to the homestay, useful for regional arrivals and departures.
    200 m
  • Thiên Trường Bảo Điện
    A local temple offering a quiet pause within the town streets.
    350 m
  • Muong hoa valley
    A viewpoint towards the valley landscape south-east of Sa Pa.
    550 m
  • Sa Pa Museum
    Exhibitions introduce local history and the cultures of the surrounding area.
    600 m
  • Sapa Market
    A town market for browsing local produce, goods and everyday essentials.
    1.1 km
  • Cat Cat Village
    A Hmong village below town, known for traditional houses and hillside scenery.
    1.5 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want mountain and city outlooks: the 40 m² Studio with Mountain View has both.
  • ✓you plan to prepare meals: both studios have kitchens with a stovetop, refrigerator and kettle.
  • ✓you are travelling as a small family or group: family rooms are available, and each studio accommodates up to four people.
  • ✓you need help outside standard desk hours: reception is open 24 hours, with luggage storage and private check-in and check-out.
  • ✓you arrive by bus or want to explore on two wheels: HK Buslines is 200 m away, and bicycle rental is available.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you want to walk back from the centre on level ground: the street to the property is uphill.
  • ✕you require parking on the premises: free public parking is available nearby, not on site.
  • ✕you need more than 35 m² in every room: the Standard Studio measures 35 m².
  • ✕you expect a wide breakfast selection: guests describe breakfast as simple, with limited variety.

What guests say

78 verified reviews
8.9

Guests most often praise the tidy, well-kept rooms, reasonable value and friendly staff, including help with transport. Some appreciate the quieter setting and mountain views, though it involves a short uphill walk to the centre. Breakfast is described as simple, with limited variety.

Value for money9.4
Staff9.3
Cleanliness9.0
Comfort9.0
Facilities8.8
Location8.7
Free WiFi7.5

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Alu Homestay SaPa cost?

Rates at Alu Homestay SaPa vary by season, room type and dates. You can see the current price for your dates through our booking partners.

How do I get to Alu Homestay SaPa?

Alu Homestay SaPa is at 712 Đường Điện Biên Phủ. HK Buslines is 200 m away and Sa Pa Bus Station is 500 m away, so you can walk the final stretch along the uphill street. Free public parking is available nearby, not on site. Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:30, and the front desk is open 24 hours.

What is near Alu Homestay SaPa?

Alu Homestay SaPa is 500 m from Sa Pa Lake and 600 m from Sa Pa Museum and Our Lady of Rosary Church - Sapa Catholic Parish. Ham Rong Garden - Ham Rong Mountain is 900 m away, Sapa Market is 1.1 km away, and Cat Cat Village is 1.5 km away. These places cover town sights, shopping and a visit to a Hmong village below Sa Pa.

What room types does Alu Homestay SaPa offer?

Alu Homestay SaPa has a Studio with Mountain View and a Standard Studio. The first measures 40 m² and has mountain and city views; the Standard Studio is 35 m². Both have a private bathroom, kitchen, air conditioning and soundproofing, and each accommodates up to four people.

Do the studios at Alu Homestay SaPa have kitchens?

Yes, both studios at Alu Homestay SaPa have kitchens with a stovetop, refrigerator, kettle and kitchenware. Each also has a dining table and seating area, and a shared kitchen is available at the property.

Can I arrange transport through Alu Homestay SaPa?

Alu Homestay SaPa offers a paid shuttle service and an airport shuttle. Bicycle rental and walking tours are also available, and the 24-hour front desk can assist during your stay.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Alu Homestay SaPa?

Check-in at Alu Homestay SaPa is from 14:00 to 23:30, and check-out is available from 06:00 until 12:00. The front desk operates around the clock.

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