Hotels Near Thung Hang Vạng in Hoa Lu District

This place is a small quirky retreat very close to the river cruises Lovely self contained rooms with a/c and heater Lovely big shower All that you would expect from a eco style lodge This allowed us to quickly and easily to get all the cave yours long before the buses turned up Sam has an amazing knowledge of the area and a list of prices you should be paying for everything around ( he will save you $$$) They have a basic restaurant if you need a feed but we did a taxi to the city for a wider selection

This place was so special - the view is breathtaking, you can swim in the water, you can use the neighboring hostel’s pool, and the family who runs it is unbelievably helpful. The beds were SO comfortable and they always came in to clean up while you were out during the day so it was refreshing to come home to a clean room. They do laundry, they rent out bicycles and motorbikes, they book travel to your next destinations, they make great food...there’s nothing they don’t do well it seemed like! They put everything on one tab too so it made it easy to just pay all the expenses all at once before I left. The only thing was that it could get a little noisy at night with neighboring hostels playing music or early in the morning with motorbikes passing by on the road - but that just might have been because my room was closest to the street. The music would die down by 11 and there were still plenty of times where all I could hear were the birds’ calls echoing through the mountains. So peaceful! I’m so grateful I found this place!

I found the perfect place for tranquility enjoying nature at its best. The place is surrounded by limestone and river. Our room had a view of the giant limestone cliffs on the side, at the front a natural habitat of trees with the sound of crickets and frogs. The place is surrounded by banana trees, pomelo, papaya and variety of flowers. My boyfriend used the billiards. I enjoyed my daily banana pancake, portions are generous. It was good to explore the area with complimentary push bikes. They would even provide a rain coat if it's raining. It was 15 minutes bike ride to majestic trang an river boat ride and 12 minutes to Hua Lu. The food was good. It was nice to spend a day at the hotel by the hammocks facing the river. The staff are so friendly, I feel like it was a home away from home. The food was amazing, the prices were reasonable. Thank you for the blissful memory.

We stayed on the recommendation of a friend. The room was clean and had everything we needed, also seemed quite new. Staff was really friendly and they helped us a lot with bookings and transfers. Only downside is that the location is a bit far from the town/ restaurants, but the restaurant at the retreat was also great and the food was delicious and freshly made. A big plus is the pool with lovely views!

I had the pleasure of staying at Tam Coc Garden Resort, and it was truly like stepping into a dream. The bungalows are beautifully designed, blending seamlessly with the stunning natural surroundings. Every detail of the property feels thoughtfully curated to offer both comfort and serenity. The staff were exceptional, providing warm and attentive service from the moment we arrived. They went above and beyond to make sure our stay was perfect. The restaurant serves absolutely delicious food, showcasing local flavors in dishes that were both authentic and refined. The pool area is an oasis of calm, and the spa services were top-notch — offering a perfect way to unwind after a day of exploring the nearby attractions. Every aspect of this resort exceeded my expectations, from the peaceful ambiance to the impeccable service. Tam Coc Garden Resort is more than just a place to stay; it’s a retreat for the soul. I can’t recommend it highly enough!

We checked in to the Emeralda after a busy day where we drove in from Hanoi, had a great lunch in Tam Coc then hopped in boats for a tour of the caves. After that it was the Lying Dragon hike. All of which, I recommend. But we were tired by the time we arrived at the Emeralda. And it was so nice. So close to the bustle of Tam Coc, but secluded at the same time. We were greeted warmly by the staff and then driven to our rooms. First we repaired to the bar for drinks and then had a quick swim in the pool. Dinner we ate in the hotel restaurant. Very good. Breakfast the next morning was fabulous. Gracious staff. Loved this place. Even provided sandals and robes if we needed them. Would loved to have stayed longer.

Unfortunately, our two night experience here wasn't as good as we'd hoped from looking at the photos and reviews on Tripadvisor. Upon arrival, staff seemed friendly and helped us up to our room with our bags. We booked a double room which was located one floor up from the reception. There was no noise from the reception area itself but we got very little sleep due to dogs barking throughout the night (all windows were closed). The room itself was a little dated and not the cleanest of hotel rooms (though it could have been worse). There were stains on the blinds, walls, bedding and fabric chair which were a little gross. Hot water worked fine for us and the minibar was restocked with the water which we had used. Staff were friendly when we saw them, but their presence was lacking at times and the hotel seemed very quiet. We were looking forward to sitting out on the large balcony up top (from which the views were stunning) but this area seemed neglected with the bar closed and no guests using it which was sad since we were looking forward to spending evenings chatting to others and relaxing as per the photos we'd seen. We can't comment on food as we didn't eat at the restaurant, though no one seemed to eat there in the evening. We borrowed bicycles (free of charge) from the hotel which was a brilliant way of seeing some of the phenomenal local area. Overall, our experience here wasn't great but it may have been a different story if we'd booked a better room on the other side of the hotel away from the noise of the dogs!

I was there because my friend recommended it. She said the owner is friendly, and indeed, both the owner and her sister are super friendly. I arrived at the homestay in the afternoon, around 2 pm, and the owner and her sister were kind enough to serve me cold drinks with a cupcake. They also recommended some nice places to cycle and even rented me their bicycles for free. The next day, I wanted to go to Halong Bay but hadn't bought any packages or bus tickets yet. The owner was kind enough to recommend a nice limousine driver to take me to the port. The driver arranged for me a nice 6-hour cruise trip around Halong Bay, and even a trip back to Hanoi on the same day. When I departed in the morning, the owner packed me a package of junk food, a rice, and served me a variety of fruits for breakfast. The room is clean, the air conditioning is functioning well, and the hot water too. Everything is amazing. I would highly recommend this homestay, and I would love to come back again.

4 star resort with 5 star prices & 3 star services. Mar 2024 Vietnam is a very beautiful & culturally rich country. We visited Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Da Nang & Ninh Binh on 11D/LON trip. Hospitality, reception & local immersion was outstanding at all places (except Emeralda) - people were welcoming & hotel staff were very courteous. Emeralda Resort at Ninh Binh was not so pleasant experience barring a few seasoned staff members. F&B Manager at Sen Restauran (morning paid breakfast) declined to entertain vegan food request & puréed fruit for 7 month infant, She said Kitchen's busy, we have large group to cater to. After much explanation she managed to get a fried rice (that's It!l) but for puréed fruit she denied & insisted I pay for it. Organic Restaurant is good, couple of staff there (mostly women) were courteous. Pool Bar attendant had some issues, not even acknowledging the greetings. Thanks to Ms Hung (Restaurant Manager), Mr Chung (Reception) & another Restaurant manager at Organic (missed her name) for making our stay bearable & manageable. They have a very wonderful property & spacious rooms, had the service been at par like ot 4 & 5 star resorts; it would be an ideal location for tranquility. Note: Vegan / Vegetarian food menu is limited & not allowed to buy food from outside.