Hostel · Sa Pa Town, Sa Pa

May Nui Sa Pa Hostel

029 Thac Bac, Sa Pa, Lao Cai, Sa Pa, Vietnam·View on map

Pleasant21 reviews
6.8
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A Sa Pa town hostel with garden, mountain and city-view rooms, free WiFi, walking tours and free private parking nearby.

Check-infrom 11:00
Check-outuntil 11:30
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

May Nui Sa Pa Hostel is a hostel in Sa Pa town, with rooms offering garden, mountain or city views. Its eight room options range from 12 m² to 25 m² and include twin rooms, double rooms and a triple room with a balcony. Some have terraces, and selected categories include private bathrooms with a shower, bidet, hairdryer and slippers. Room details also include parquet flooring, televisions, fans and electric blankets, with features varying between categories.

The hostel has a 24-hour front desk, private check-in and check-out, luggage storage, laundry and ironing services, as well as walking tours. Staff speak English and Vietnamese. Free WiFi is available in guest rooms, and free private parking is possible at a nearby location without a reservation. The hostel is at 029 Thac Bac, 300 m from Sa Pa Museum, 800 m from Sa Pa Bus Station and 950 m from Sa Pa Lake.

Rooms

8 room types · 12–25 m²

May Nui Sa Pa Hostel has eight room choices, with sizes ranging from 12 to 25 m². The range includes double rooms with garden or mountain views, twin rooms, a city-view twin and a triple room with a balcony. Two compact double options are 12 m² and have terraces, several outlooks and private bathrooms; one is named for a mountain view and the other for a king room. A 15 m² king room combines garden and city views with a terrace and private bathroom.

Larger options include a 20 m² room with a terrace and garden and city views, plus a 22 m² twin and a 22 m² city-view twin. The 25 m² triple room has a balcony, while the 18 m² garden-view double has parquet flooring and a television. Beds range from single beds to king-size and super-king-size doubles. Views, bathrooms and outdoor space vary between room categories.

Double Room with Garden View — May Nui Sa Pa Hostel
18 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)

At 18 m², this double room is the garden-facing option in the range. Parquet flooring and a television are part of its simple setup, while the large king-size bed suits two people. It also has a fan and electric blankets.

Garden viewHardwood or parquet floorsElectric blankets
Triple Room with Balcony — May Nui Sa Pa Hostel
25 m² Max. 3 guests 2 Single bed

At 25 m², this is the largest room option and the only named triple category. It has a balcony and a view, with parquet flooring and a television inside. Two single beds accommodate up to three people; a fan and electric blankets are also part of the room.

BalconyViewHardwood or parquet floors
Twin Room — May Nui Sa Pa Hostel
22 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed

This 22 m² twin room has two single beds and a view, with a television for downtime. Unlike the balcony room, it has no balcony among its room features. A fan and electric blankets are included in its straightforward setup.

ViewTVElectric blankets
Standard Twin Room — May Nui Sa Pa Hostel
22 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed

At 22 m², this twin room matches the other twin in size but faces the city. Its parquet flooring and television distinguish its room details from the plain Twin Room, while two single beds, a fan and electric blankets complete the arrangement.

City viewHardwood or parquet floorsTV
King Room with Balcony — May Nui Sa Pa Hostel
15 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Large bed (King size)

This 15 m² king room pairs garden and city views with a terrace. Its private bathroom has a shower, bidet, hairdryer and slippers, setting it apart from the larger terrace room. A fan is also included, and the room suits two people.

Garden viewCity viewPrivate bathroom
Standard Double or Twin Room with Balcony — May Nui Sa Pa Hostel
20 m² Max. 4 guests 1 Single bed and 1 Large bed (King size)

At 20 m², this terrace room has garden and city views and a private bathroom with a shower, bidet, hairdryer and slippers. Its bed arrangement combines a single bed and a large king-size bed, giving it a different layout from the single-bed king rooms.

TerraceGarden viewPrivate bathroom
Double Room with Mountain View — May Nui Sa Pa Hostel
12 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

This 12 m² double room brings several outlooks together: garden, mountain, landmark and city views. It also has a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower, bidet and slippers. The extra-large double bed gives two people a compact option with a broad view range.

Mountain viewTerracePrivate bathroom
King Room with Mountain View — May Nui Sa Pa Hostel
12 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

The 12 m² king room shares the terrace, private bathroom and garden, mountain, landmark and city outlooks of the other compact double option. It has an extra-large double bed, shower, bidet and slippers; its room name distinguishes it within the double-room selection.

Landmark viewGarden viewPrivate bathroom

Facilities

28 facilities
Parking
Free WiFi
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Shower
Private parking
Luggage storage
Laundry
Designated smoking area

May Nui Sa Pa Hostel keeps its front desk open throughout the day and night, providing reception at any hour. Private check-in and check-out, luggage storage, laundry and ironing services are available, along with walking tours. The hostel offers non-smoking rooms and a designated smoking area. Free WiFi is available in guest rooms. Free private parking is at a nearby location, with no reservation required; the parking is off-site rather than at the building.

Bathrooms have showers and toilets, with toilet paper, towels, linen and slippers as everyday essentials. Towels or sheets can also be supplied for an extra fee, separate from the towels and linen among the bathroom essentials. Each room has a socket near the bed, and fans are included among the general facilities. Internet services are available.

General

  • Walking tours
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Designated smoking area
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed

Media & technology

  • Internet services

Parking

  • Parking

May Nui Sa Pa Hostel is at 029 Thac Bac in Sa Pa town, a highland centre in Lao Cai province at about 1,500–1,600 m above sea level. The Muong hoa valley viewpoint is 250 m away, Sa Pa Museum is 300 m away, and Our Lady of Rosary Church - Sapa Catholic Parish is 550 m away. Sa Pa Lake is 950 m from the hostel. Nearby streets also have cafés and restaurants, including Anise Sapa Restaurant- Nhà Hàng Anise Sapa and Thong Dong Vegan Restaurant 2.

Sa Pa Bus Station is 800 m from the hostel; HK Buslines is 500 m away, and the Sapa Express stop is 1.3 km away. Sleeper buses run from Hanoi directly to Sa Pa Bus Station. From Lao Cai railway station, about 35 km from Sa Pa, the uphill road journey takes around an hour by bus or taxi. Free private parking is available at a nearby site without a reservation. The final stretch from the bus station can be covered on foot or by taxi.

Ham Rong Garden - Ham Rong Mountain rises above central Sa Pa, with paths and viewpoints overlooking the town; it is 1.1 km away. Cat Cat Village, a Hmong village below Sa Pa, is 900 m from the hostel, and Tiên Sa Waterfall is 1.1 km away. The Fansipan Legend cable car station is 1.3 km away; the cable car departs from the Sun World station on the edge of town for access to Fansipan. These sites offer different outings, from village visits and waterfall scenery to mountain views.

  • Muong hoa valley
    A nearby viewpoint over the valley and its surrounding mountain landscape.
    250 m
  • Sa Pa Museum
    Local exhibits introduce the area's communities, landscape and cultural history.
    300 m
  • Our Lady of Rosary Church - Sapa Catholic Parish
    A central church landmark near Sa Pa's main streets and public spaces.
    550 m
  • Cat Cat Village
    A Hmong village below town, with traditional houses and hillside scenery.
    900 m
  • Tiên Sa
    A waterfall near Cat Cat, reached on an outing below the town.
    1.1 km
  • Fansipan Legend
    The cable car station for journeys towards Fansipan and its summit.
    1.3 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want to choose between rooms with garden, mountain or city views.
  • ✓you need free WiFi in your room.
  • ✓you are travelling as a small group: the 25 m² triple room accommodates up to three people and has a balcony.
  • ✓you value round-the-clock reception, private check-in and check-out, and luggage storage.
  • ✓you are interested in walking tours offered by the hostel.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you are sensitive to outside noise: some guests found that soundproofing let noise into the rooms.
  • ✕you prefer a consistent bed feel: feedback on bed comfort is mixed, with some guests finding the beds soft.
  • ✕you need a spacious room: the smallest options measure 12 m².
  • ✕you require parking directly at the building: the free private parking is at a nearby location.

What guests say

21 verified reviews
6.8

Guests praise the friendly, helpful staff, quiet setting near the town centre, spacious rooms and value for money. Feedback on bed comfort is mixed, and some guests say outside noise passes through the room soundproofing. Value for money receives the strongest category score, while facilities score lower.

Value for money7.8
Comfort7.5
Free WiFi7.5
Staff7.4
Location7.2
Cleanliness7.0
Facilities6.8

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at May Nui Sa Pa Hostel cost?

Rates at May Nui Sa Pa Hostel vary by season, room type and dates. See the current rate for your stay through our booking partners.

How do I get to May Nui Sa Pa Hostel?

May Nui Sa Pa Hostel is at 029 Thac Bac in Sa Pa town. Sa Pa Bus Station is 800 m away; continue to the hostel by taxi or on foot. Free private parking is available at a nearby location, with no reservation needed. Check-in runs from 11:00 to 22:00, so plan your arrival within those hours.

What is near May Nui Sa Pa Hostel?

May Nui Sa Pa Hostel is 250 m from the Muong hoa valley viewpoint and 300 m from Sa Pa Museum. Our Lady of Rosary Church - Sapa Catholic Parish is 550 m away, while Sa Pa Lake is 950 m away. Cat Cat Village, a Hmong village below town, is 900 m from the hostel.

What room options does May Nui Sa Pa Hostel offer?

May Nui Sa Pa Hostel has double and twin rooms, a triple room with a balcony, and terrace rooms with garden, mountain or city views. Sizes range from 12 to 25 m². Selected room categories have private bathrooms, including a shower, bidet and slippers.

Is parking available at May Nui Sa Pa Hostel?

May Nui Sa Pa Hostel offers free private parking at a nearby location rather than directly at the building. You do not need to reserve a space, so you can arrive by car while keeping in mind that parking is off-site.

Does May Nui Sa Pa Hostel provide WiFi?

May Nui Sa Pa Hostel provides free WiFi in guest rooms. You can connect from your accommodation during your stay.

What languages do staff at May Nui Sa Pa Hostel speak?

May Nui Sa Pa Hostel has a 24-hour front desk, and reception staff speak English and Vietnamese. Private check-in and check-out and luggage storage are also available.

Does May Nui Sa Pa Hostel offer walking tours?

May Nui Sa Pa Hostel offers walking tours as an activity for guests. The hostel is in Sa Pa town, close to local landmarks and routes for exploring the area on foot.

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