Ly Hamlet, Lao Chai, Sa Pa, Sa Pa, Vietnam·View on map
A five-star lodge in Lao Chai, with valley-facing rooms, an infinity pool, on-site dining and access to village walks, cycling and hiking.
Laxsik Ecolodge is a 5-star lodge in Lao Chai, 4.5 km from Sa Pa town, with views over the Mường Hoa valley. Set among rice fields, it pairs an infinity pool and garden setting with a restaurant, bar and coffee house. The team can arrange tours and transport, while outdoor activities include cycling and hiking.
Rooms range from double and twin accommodation to bungalows with separate bedrooms and living areas. All room types have private bathrooms, and the available layouts span 30 to 60 m². Depending on the category, you can have a balcony or terrace, views of the mountains, garden, river or pool, and features such as a fireplace, bath or soundproofing. Family choices include bungalow accommodation and a room for up to five people.
Breakfast options include vegetarian, vegan and Asian choices alongside a buffet; restaurant menus cover Vietnamese, Chinese, Asian, international and barbecue-grill dishes. Free WiFi is available in public areas, and free public parking is on site by reservation. Village paths and valley viewpoints are close to the Lao Chai setting.
Accommodation ranges from 30 m² double and twin rooms to 40–60 m² bungalows and valley-view rooms. Choices include family and H'Mong bungalows, a signature bungalow, poolside and mountain-view doubles, a twin room, and premium valley-view layouts. All have private bathrooms, and the selection includes both shower and bath facilities.
Many rooms have balconies or terraces with views of gardens, mountains, the river or pool. Bungalows provide additional living space: the Family and H'Mong Bungalows have a separate bedroom and living room, as does the Signature Bungalow. Fireplaces distinguish the Family Bungalow, H'Mong Bungalow and Deluxe Premium Valley View. Bed layouts range from king-size or super-king doubles to twin beds and arrangements with a sofa bed. The Deluxe Family Room accommodates up to five people.
This 50 m² bungalow sleeps up to four and has a separate bedroom and living room, with a private entrance for added separation from the lodge's standard rooms. It has two bathrooms, both a bath and shower, plus a fireplace and a terrace overlooking the garden.
At 30 m², this double room sleeps up to three and centres on mountain and garden views from its terrace. It has a private entrance and soundproofing; the shower bathroom and air conditioning distinguish this compact choice from the larger valley-view categories.
This 40 m² bungalow accommodates two and pairs a separate living room with a bedroom behind a private entrance. A fireplace, bath and shower, and terrace set it apart; its views include the pool as well as garden and mountain scenery.
The 30 m² double room sleeps up to three and has pool and garden views from its terrace. A private bathroom with a shower, air conditioning and a private entrance are among its distinguishing details, while the poolside outlook sets it apart from the mountain-view double.
This 30 m² twin room offers two single beds and accommodates up to three. Its terrace looks towards the garden and mountains, with landmark and river views also among its outlooks. The bathroom has a bath or shower, unlike the shower-only double rooms.
At 45 m², the Deluxe Premium Valley View is larger than the 30 m² doubles and has a fireplace. It includes a bath, terrace, and garden and mountain views; the sleeping arrangement can be set as one super-king double or two single beds.
This 45 m² room sleeps up to three and includes a super-king double and a sofa bed together. A bath, terrace, and pool and garden views give it a different arrangement from the similarly sized Deluxe Premium Valley View, which offers alternative bed layouts.
The 60 m² Signature Bungalow is the largest bungalow type and accommodates two, with a separate living room and bedroom behind a private entrance. It has a bath and shower, terrace, and garden and pool views; a super-king bed and sofa bed provide its two-bed layout.
Laxsik Ecolodge's shared facilities centre on outdoor space and food. The sun terrace, garden, balconies, terraces, outdoor furniture and fireplace create places to sit outside, while BBQ facilities and a picnic area complement the restaurant, bar and on-site coffee house. Dining includes a kid-friendly buffet, children's meals and special-diet menus on request, with breakfast choices covering vegetarian, vegan and Asian options alongside a buffet.
For exploring Lao Chai, the lodge offers bicycle rental, cycling, hiking, bike tours and walking tours, alongside cooking classes and local-culture sessions. A tour desk, concierge service and luggage storage are available for trip planning and arrivals. Free public parking is available on site by reservation, and free WiFi is available in public areas. Families can choose family rooms, and airport shuttle service is among the facilities.
Ly Hamlet lies in Lao Chai, within the Mường Hoa valley south-east of Sa Pa. Laxsik Ecolodge sits 4.5 km from Sa Pa town, with rice-field and mountain views across the valley from the rooms and pool. Muong Hoa Valley viewpoint is 400 m away, and Lao Chai hamlet is 750 m away. The area is part of a wider landscape of Hmong, Giay and Red Dao villages and terraced hillsides; Tả Van, another settlement along the valley, is 1.6 km from the lodge. Paths through the hamlets follow slopes above the river and pass cultivated fields.
Sa Pa Bus Station is 4.5 km away, while HasonHaivan Bus is 3.9 km from the lodge. Sa Pa is linked to Hanoi by sleeper bus in roughly five to six hours; the overnight train reaches Lao Cai, about 35 km away, followed by around an hour by bus or taxi up the mountain road. A taxi or motorbike taxi can cover the final stretch to Ly Hamlet. Free public parking is available on site by reservation. Send your expected arrival time in advance; payment before arrival is by bank transfer, and the lodge provides instructions after booking.
The Alpine Coaster Sapa is 1.7 km away; the Carved Boulder Museum and Suspension Bridge are each 2.2 km away, and Waterfall Quy Khach is 3.5 km away. On-site activities include bicycle rental, cycling, hiking and walking tours, with cooking classes and local-culture sessions also available. Rice terraces are green from June to August and turn golden around harvest in September and early October; June to August is also the wettest period. Sa Pa's December-to-February winter is cold and often foggy, while March to May and September to November are generally more settled.
Guests frequently praise the views across rice fields, mountains and the valley, along with the friendly team and peaceful Lao Chai setting. Some visitors report that dinner service can be slow and restaurant prices high.
Rates at Laxsik Ecolodge change with the dates, season and room category; see current availability and prices for your stay through our booking partners.
Laxsik Ecolodge is in Ly Hamlet, Lao Chai. Sa Pa Bus Station is 4.5 km away, while HasonHaivan Bus is 3.9 km from the lodge; a taxi or motorbike taxi can cover the final stretch. Free public parking is available on site but requires a reservation. Send your expected arrival time in advance; payment before arrival is by bank transfer, with instructions provided after booking.
Laxsik Ecolodge is 400 m from Muong Hoa Valley viewpoint and 750 m from Lao Chai hamlet. Tả Van and Hâu Thào village are each 1.6 km away, while the Carved Boulder Museum is 2.2 km away. The surrounding Mường Hoa valley is known for rice terraces and Hmong, Giay and Red Dao villages; Sapa Market is 4 km from the lodge.
Breakfast options at Laxsik Ecolodge include vegetarian, vegan, Asian and buffet choices. The buffet features local specialities, warm dishes, juice, cheese and fruit. The on-site restaurant also serves Chinese, Vietnamese, Asian, international and barbecue-grill cuisine.
Payment before arrival at Laxsik Ecolodge is required by bank transfer. After you book, the lodge contacts you with the transfer instructions. You are also asked to share your expected arrival time in advance and to show photo identification and a credit card at check-in.
Laxsik Ecolodge offers double and twin rooms, family accommodation, and H'Mong, family and signature bungalows. Room sizes range from 30 to 60 m², with features varying by category, including terraces, valley or mountain views, fireplaces and separate living rooms.
Laxsik Ecolodge offers bicycle rental, cycling, hiking, bike tours and walking tours. You can also take part in cooking classes and local-culture sessions, while the tour desk and concierge service can assist with arranging outings.
Yes, Laxsik Ecolodge has family room options. The Family Bungalow accommodates up to four people, while the Deluxe Family Room has capacity for five. The restaurant also offers a kid-friendly buffet and children's meals.
