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Hotel de la Coupole, MGallery by Sofitel; Pao‘s Sa Pa Leisure Hotel, Topas Ecolodge are captivating havens for travelers seeking sophistication and elegance.
Luxurious Sa Pa resorts worth considering for your trip
Today, Sa Pa is not just for backpackers and adventure seekers exploring the beauty of the Northwest, but it has also transformed into an upscale resort destination and a popular spot for 'Instagrammable' moments due to the emergence of 5-star hotels and resorts. Here are 3 luxurious Sa Pa resorts that cater to modern travelers in the misty town.
Hotel de la Coupole, MGallery by Sofitel – A European palace in the heart of the Northwest
One of the most luxurious Sa Pa resorts is Hotel de la Coupole, MGallery by Sofitel. It is a masterpiece created by one of the world's top 5 architects, Bill Bensley, in collaboration with Sun Group – a company specializing in ultra-luxury resort properties in Vietnam.
Reviving the golden era of 19th-century Sa Pa, when the French invested in building it as a 'summer resort capital,' American architects have adorned the hotel with a blend of classic French architecture featuring iconic arches, green windows on the vaulted roof, and numerous patterns and colors reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower's homeland. While the exterior architecture exudes European charm, every interior detail of Hotel de la Coupole reflects the distinctive culture of the Northwestern highlands. From lampshades shaped like traditional headgear of highland girls to patterns on windows and the hot tub floor, indigenous motifs create an ambiance reminiscent of wandering through a highland village or the homes of Dao and H'Mong people.
Beyond its exquisite design, this international 5-star hotel encapsulates all resort services such as indoor hot pools, a spa area, children's play zone, gym, massage services, a bar counter, French-themed restaurants, and more. Particularly, the hotel is centrally located in the town, just a few steps away from the night market, stone church, and has a private corridor connecting to the Mường Hoa mountain railway station, leading to the Fansipan cable car. From the train, travelers can immerse themselves in the breathtaking natural panorama, witnessing layered terraced fields in lush green, traditional stilt houses shrouded in mist and clouds, alongside cascading white and yellow mustard flower strips extending along the railway track during this season.
Pao‘s Sa Pa Leisure Hotel
Situated about 0.9km east of the center of Sa Pa town, Pao's Sa Pa Leisure impresses with a serene and gentle beauty following the curves of terraced fields. This 5-star hotel rests against the mountainside, surrounded by the lush Mường Hoa valley and the majestic Hoang Lien Son range. Most hotel rooms offer open spaces facing the mountains for guests to admire the majestic nature of Northwestern Vietnam.
Pao's Sa Pa Leisure Hotel features 223 rooms with various standards, offering a romantic and luxurious yet elegant ambiance. The details and furnishings in the hotel are designed and arranged in a simplified manner, creating a spacious, modern, and open space with the surrounding nature. However, to reach Sa Pa's prominent landmarks such as the stone church, central square, mountain railway station, Fansipan cable car station, you need to spend a little time traveling from this hotel.
Topas Ecolodge – 'Fairytale Village' amidst Sa Pa's hamlets
For a unique Sa Pa experience that goes beyond the misty town and immerses you in the Northwestern village life, Sa Pa resort Topas Ecolodge is a fascinating choice. Situated atop two cone-shaped hills in Thanh Kim commune (Sa Pa district), it's approximately 18 km away from the town center.
Sa Pa resort Topas Ecolodge comprises a network of 25 bungalows inspired by the traditional stilt house style of the local ethnic communities. All these lodgings are modestly designed with white granite stone, palm leaf roofs, relatively spacious dimensions, and private balconies. From a distance, these charming little bungalows peek through the misty hilltops, resembling a fairytale village bathed in the vibrant greenery of Hobbit homes from the Lord of the Rings series.
By Hải My/Ngôi sao
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Reference: Travel guide Mytour
MytourApril 22, 2019
