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A Ta Van homestay with family bungalows, garden and mountain views, an Asian breakfast, and outdoor spaces beside the rice fields of the Mường Hoa valley.
Suntrail Retreat Sapa is a homestay in Ta Van, 5.5 km from Sa Pa town, with bungalows offering garden and mountain views.
Set in the Mường Hoa valley, it suits travellers looking for a village stay near rice fields and hiking routes rather than a base in town. Accommodation ranges from a double room and a single bed in a dormitory room to a bungalow, a family bungalow and a family room with mountain views. Room features vary: some have balconies and private bathrooms, while the Double Room and dormitory option have shared facilities.
Communal areas include a garden, outdoor dining space and furniture, BBQ facilities and a shared kitchen. A 24-hour front desk and full-day security are available, while room features include heating, garden views, free toiletries and hairdryers. Asian à la carte breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free throughout, pets are accepted on request without extra charges, and there is no on-site parking. The village setting gives you access to valley paths and scenery, with Sa Pa’s central sights several kilometres away.
Accommodation at Suntrail Retreat Sapa ranges from a Double Room and a single bed in a dormitory room to three bungalow or family-room options. The Double Room is 10 m² and sleeps two, with a king-size bed and garden views; its bathroom facilities are shared. The single dormitory option is for one person and also has a garden view. Room features differ, so private bathrooms are not included in every category.
The 30 m² Family Bungalow has two super-king-size beds, a balcony and a private bathroom, while the 20 m² Bungalow offers a king-size bed, balcony and private bathroom. The 35 m² Family Room with Mountain View has a super-king-size bed and a private bathroom. Mountain and landmark views appear in several larger room types, alongside garden views; balconies are available in both bungalow categories.
At 10 m², this is a compact option for two, with a king-size bed and garden views. Its bathroom facilities are shared, unlike those in the private-bathroom bungalow and family categories. Heating, parquet flooring and an electric kettle are among the room’s practical details, with free toiletries and slippers also provided.
At 30 m², the Family Bungalow is the largest option with a balcony and is arranged for up to four people, with two super-king-size beds. Its private bathroom has a walk-in shower and bidet. Garden, mountain and landmark views distinguish it from the standard bungalow, which is smaller and arranged for two.
This 20 m² bungalow has one king-size bed and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. A balcony with outdoor furniture faces garden, mountain and landmark views. It offers a separate bungalow-style option for two, with less floor space and one bed rather than the two-bed layout of the Family Bungalow.
The single-bed dormitory option is the only category for one person, with a garden view and fan among its features. It has a single bed, parquet flooring and heating, along with free toiletries and towels. Shared toilet facilities distinguish it from the private-bathroom bungalow and family-room options.
At 35 m², this is the largest room category and has one super-king-size bed, a private bathroom and garden, mountain and landmark views. Unlike the Family Bungalow, it has no balcony among its features. Parquet flooring, a bidet, hairdryer and free toiletries are included in the room facilities.
Suntrail Retreat Sapa combines shared facilities with outdoor spaces for time in Ta Van. The garden is paired with outdoor furniture and an outdoor dining area, while BBQ facilities provide an additional way to prepare food. A shared kitchen is available, and the 24-hour front desk operates alongside 24-hour security. Family rooms are among the accommodation options; heating and a fan are also among the general facilities.
WiFi is available throughout the property at no charge. Room and bathroom amenities include towels, slippers, free toiletries, a hairdryer and a shower or bath-or-shower setup. Views include garden and mountain scenery, and internet services are available. Asian breakfast is served à la carte daily. Pets are allowed on request without extra charges. There is no parking at the property, so plan your arrival without relying on an on-site parking space.
Suntrail Retreat Sapa is in Ta Van, a village in the Mường Hoa valley south-east of Sa Pa. Tả Van village is 450 m away, while Lao Chai is 1.1 km from the homestay. The surrounding valley is known for rice terraces and Hmong, Giay and Red Dao communities. Muong Hoa Valley is 1.4 km away, and the Carved Boulder Museum is 1.5 km from the property.
Sleeper buses from Hanoi arrive at Sa Pa Bus Station, 5.5 km from the homestay; a taxi can cover the onward trip to Ta Van. Travellers arriving by train reach Lao Cai railway station, about 35 km from Sa Pa, and continue up the mountain road by bus or taxi. There is no on-site parking, so guests arriving by car need to make other arrangements for their vehicle. The property address is in Tả Van, away from Sa Pa’s central streets.
The nearby village paths lead through the valley’s rice fields and connect communities including Hâu Thào, whose viewpoint is 2 km away. Sa Pa Market is 5.1 km from the homestay, and Sa Pa Lake is 5.5 km away; Núi Hàm Rồng is 3.9 km away. The terraces are green from June to August and turn golden at harvest in September and early October. June to August is also the wettest period, while March to May and September to November are generally more settled.
Guests particularly value the peaceful Ta Van setting near rice fields, scenic views and hiking access; cleanliness and attentive staff also feature prominently in feedback. Breakfast is described as generous and served with scenic views. Staff receives the strongest category score, while free WiFi scores notably lower than the other areas.
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Suntrail Retreat Sapa is in Tả Van, and Sa Pa Bus Station is 5.5 km away. A taxi can take you from the station for the final stretch into the village. The property has no on-site parking, so arrange onward transport if you are travelling by car and need somewhere to leave it.
Tả Van village is 450 m from Suntrail Retreat Sapa, and Lao Chai is 1.1 km away. Muong Hoa Valley is 1.4 km from the property, with the Carved Boulder Museum 1.5 km away. Hâu Thào village is 2 km away, while Sa Pa Market is 5.1 km from the homestay.
Suntrail Retreat Sapa serves an Asian breakfast à la carte each day. Guests have praised the generous morning meals and scenic views while dining. The breakfast is served daily, and the available breakfast type is Asian.
Suntrail Retreat Sapa allows pets on request without extra charges. The request is required, so pet acceptance is not automatic. The homestay also offers family-room and bungalow options, including rooms with garden or mountain views.
Suntrail Retreat Sapa has a Double Room, a Single Bed in Dormitory Room, a Bungalow, a Family Bungalow and a Family Room with Mountain View. The options range from a single-person dormitory bed to family accommodation, with balconies in the bungalow categories.
No. Suntrail Retreat Sapa has private bathrooms in the Bungalow, Family Bungalow and Family Room with Mountain View. The Double Room and Single Bed in Dormitory Room have shared bathroom or toilet facilities.
