Hostel · Sa Pa Town, Sa Pa

Flaco Hostel Sapa

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

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7.5
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A hostel in Sa Pa Town, Flaco Hostel Sapa offers rooms with mountain views, a terrace, shared kitchen and easy access to the lake and bus connections.

Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 12:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✓ Allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Flaco Hostel Sapa is a hostel in the Sa Pa Town area of Sa Pa, with rooms offering lake, mountain and landmark views. At 516 Đường Điện Biên Phủ, it has private double rooms, a two-double-bed room, a four-bed mixed dormitory and individual bunks. Room sizes range from 20 to 25 m², and private bathrooms feature in several room types. Air conditioning and terraces run through the accommodation range, with heating, electric blankets, electric kettles and soundproofing among the room features.

Inside, you can use a shared kitchen and lounge, while the terrace provides an outdoor area. A lift, daily housekeeping, luggage storage and a tour desk are also available. The hostel serves a daily à la carte breakfast with warm dishes, and free WiFi is available throughout. Free public parking is possible on site without reservation. Sa Pa Lake and the town's bus connections are within walking distance, and the room choices include a family-sized layout as well as dorm beds. Pets are accepted on request; charges may apply.

Rooms

5 room types · 20–25 m²

Flaco Hostel Sapa offers private double rooms, a room with two double beds, a four-bed mixed dormitory room and individual beds within that dorm. Room sizes range from 20 to 25 m². Private bathrooms are available in the named full-room options, including the four-bed dormitory room. The bed-in-dorm option is sold as an individual bunk rather than a whole room.

Air conditioning and terraces appear across the room options, with heating, electric blankets, an electric kettle and soundproofing also included among the room features. The King Room with Mountain View has lake, mountain, landmark and city views, while the two-double-bed room has a landmark view. The Standard Double Room is 20 m², compared with 25 m² for the view room and the two-double-bed option.

King Room with Mountain View — Flaco Hostel Sapa
25 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

At 25 m², this room matches the largest options and stands out for its lake, mountain, landmark and city views. It has a terrace and a private bathroom, while its air-conditioned interior includes soundproofing, heating, an electric blanket and an electric kettle.

Lake viewMountain viewTerrace
Standard Double Room — Flaco Hostel Sapa
20 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Large bed (King size)

This 20 m² double room is the smaller private-room option, with a terrace and private bathroom featuring a shower and bidet. Heating, an electric blanket and an electric kettle are among its practical fittings, alongside air conditioning and soundproofing.

BidetHeatingElectric kettle
Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds — Flaco Hostel Sapa
25 m² Max. 6 guests 2 Large bed (King size)

This 25 m² room provides two double beds and a landmark view, making it the room option for a group of up to four. It also has a terrace and private bathroom, with air conditioning, heating and soundproofing among its features.

Landmark viewTerraceHeating
4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Flaco Hostel Sapa
20 m² Max. 4 guests 4 Bunk bed

This 20 m² mixed dormitory room accommodates up to four people in bunk beds. Unlike the individual bunk option, it is booked as a complete room and has a private bathroom. Air conditioning, a terrace and soundproofing are also provided.

Private bathroomSoundproofingTerrace
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Flaco Hostel Sapa
20 m² Max. 1 guests 1 Bunk bed

This option books one bunk in the 20 m² mixed dormitory rather than the whole room, with accommodation for one traveller. The air-conditioned space has a terrace, heating, an electric kettle, an electric blanket and soundproofing.

HeatingElectric blanketElectric kettle

Facilities

38 facilities
Parking
Pets allowed
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Airport shuttle
Terrace
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms

Shared areas at Flaco Hostel Sapa include a lounge, a terrace and a kitchen, and a lift serves the upper floors. The 24-hour front desk works alongside private check-in and check-out, lockers, luggage storage and daily housekeeping. For outings, the activity options include hiking, walking tours and bike tours; bicycle rental and public transport tickets are also available.

Shuttle service, airport shuttle and car hire provide transport choices, while family rooms and non-smoking rooms are among the accommodation options. Air conditioning, heating, electric blankets and soundproofing feature among the room comforts, with laundry and dry-cleaning services available. Live music or performances and televised sports provide on-site entertainment. A daily à la carte breakfast with warm dishes is served.

General

  • Terrace
  • Bicycle rental
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Hiking
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour security
  • Shuttle service
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Media & technology

  • Internet services

Parking

  • Street parking

The hostel stands at 516 Đường Điện Biên Phủ in Sa Pa Town, among the streets of Sa Pa's highland centre. Vườn Treo Sapa is 150 m away, Sa Pa Lake is 250 m away, and Ham Rong Garden - Ham Rong Mountain is 650 m away. Sa Pa Stone Church is also in the town centre, with cafés and restaurants along the surrounding streets. At about 1,500–1,600 m above sea level, Sa Pa is a mountain town below Fansipan.

Direct sleeper buses from Hanoi arrive in Sa Pa, with Sapa Express 100 m from the hostel and Sa Pa Bus Station 400 m away. The bus station is a short walk along town streets from the address. From Noi Bai airport, the drive is about 320 km and takes roughly five to six hours by road. Trains from Hanoi arrive at Lao Cai railway station, 35 km from Sa Pa, followed by around an hour by bus or taxi up the mountain road. Free public parking is possible on site without reservation.

Sapa Market is 500 m away, while Cat Cat Village is 1.8 km from the hostel and the Fansipan Legend cable car station is 2.4 km away. The village, a Hmong settlement below Sa Pa, is a destination for exploring traditional lanes and valley scenery; the cable car provides access to Fansipan. In the surrounding rice-growing valleys, terraces are green from June to August and golden at harvest in September and early October. December to February is often cold and foggy in Sa Pa, while March to May and September to November are generally more settled.

  • Sapa Express
    Bus departure point for regional connections and scheduled intercity services.
    100 m
  • Truc Lam Dai Giac Zen Monastery
    Buddhist complex offering a quiet place to visit near the town centre.
    200 m
  • Sa Pa Lake
    Central lake beside town walks, cafés and everyday Sa Pa activity.
    250 m
  • Sa Pa Bus Station
    Bus terminal connecting Sa Pa with destinations around the region.
    400 m
  • Sapa Market
    Town market for browsing local produce, snacks and daily goods.
    500 m
  • Cat Cat Village
    Hmong village below town, reached by a downhill route through the hills.
    1.8 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want to explore on foot: Sa Pa Lake is 250 m away and Sa Pa Bus Station is 400 m away.
  • ✓you are travelling with family: family rooms are available, including a room with two double beds for up to four people.
  • ✓you want a choice of accommodation: the options include private double rooms, a four-bed mixed dormitory room and individual bunks.
  • ✓you value mountain and lake outlooks: the King Room with Mountain View has lake, mountain, landmark and city views.
  • ✓you travel with a pet: pets are allowed on request, though charges may apply.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you are particularly sensitive to room freshness: some guests reported mould, damp smells or stained linens, while others found the bedding fresh.
  • ✕you need a consistently quiet room: some guests reported noise from neighbours, the corridor and loud music downstairs.
  • ✕you need certainty about pet costs: pets are accepted on request, but charges may apply.
  • ✕you require a private parking space: parking is public, although it is free on site and does not require a reservation.

What guests say

527 verified reviews
7.5

Guests most often praise the walkable setting, with the bus station, town centre, lake and market nearby. The team also receives positive comments for late arrivals and help with luggage or scooter hire. Some visitors report damp smells, stained linen and noise through thin walls.

Staff8.7
Location8.5
Free WiFi8.5
Value for money8.1
Cleanliness7.8
Comfort7.7
Facilities7.4

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Flaco Hostel Sapa cost?

Rates at Flaco Hostel Sapa vary by date, season and room type. To see the current price for your stay, view available rates through our booking partners.

How do I get to Flaco Hostel Sapa?

Flaco Hostel Sapa is at 516 Đường Điện Biên Phủ, 400 m from Sa Pa Bus Station and 100 m from Sapa Express. The bus station is a short walk along town streets. The hostel has a 24-hour front desk and asks you to share your expected arrival time in advance. Free public parking is possible on site without reservation.

What is near Flaco Hostel Sapa?

Flaco Hostel Sapa is 150 m from Vườn Treo Sapa and 250 m from Sa Pa Lake. Truc Lam Dai Giac Zen Monastery is 200 m away, Sa Pa Bus Station is 400 m away, and Sapa Market is 500 m away. Cat Cat Village is 1.8 km from the hostel. Sa Pa Stone Church is also in the town centre, and the lake and central sights can be reached on foot.

Does Flaco Hostel Sapa allow pets?

Flaco Hostel Sapa allows pets on request, and charges may apply. Acceptance is not automatic, so make the request when arranging your stay.

What room types does Flaco Hostel Sapa offer?

Flaco Hostel Sapa has private double rooms, a room with two double beds, a four-bed mixed dormitory room and individual beds in that dorm. Room sizes are 20 or 25 m², and named full-room options include private bathrooms.

Does Flaco Hostel Sapa serve breakfast?

Flaco Hostel Sapa serves a daily à la carte breakfast with warm dishes and choices intended to suit a range of preferences.

What activities and transport services does Flaco Hostel Sapa offer?

Flaco Hostel Sapa has a tour desk, hiking, walking tours and bike tours, plus bicycle rental and public transport tickets. A shuttle service and car hire are also available. Airport shuttle service is available as well.

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