Sapa Charm Hotel is one of the larger hotels in Sa Pa, with 145 rooms and a property class of four. It sits in the town itself, about twelve minutes on foot from Sa Pa Square and the cable car station, and a little further from the church and the lake, which suits travellers who would rather trade a short walk for a bit more space and facilities. The standout feature for a cool mountain town is the indoor pool, which is welcome when the weather is misty or after a long day on the trails. The Charm Spa offers body treatments, facials and manicures, there is a gym and business centre, and breakfast is a free buffet, which takes the pressure off early starts for treks and day trips. The hotel has a restaurant, a garden and a concierge desk that can give tour and ticket information. Rooms include superior doubles and twins with a city view, deluxe rooms with a mountain view, panorama rooms with a valley view and suites that sleep four, so there are choices for couples, families and small groups.
Location and getting around
The walk to the square is around twelve minutes, the cable car station is a similar distance and Sapa Station for the tourist train is about ten minutes away. That is a manageable stroll for most people, and taxis are inexpensive for tired legs in the evening. The Muong Hoa valley, the Silver Waterfall and the main village trailheads are within a short drive, which makes the hotel practical for day trips.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms have air conditioning, sound-insulated walls, bathrobes, cable television and free fast Wi-Fi, and housekeeping runs daily. The mountain-view and panorama rooms are the ones to ask for, since a view is much of the pleasure of staying in Sa Pa. Free self-parking is available if you arrive by car, and there is luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk, which helps when you are arriving late from Hanoi or leaving early for Fansipan.
What to know
Check-out is at noon and check-in is flexible, which suits overnight arrivals. Pets are not allowed. The hotel is a good fit for guests who value an indoor pool, a spa and a free breakfast in the same place, and who are happy to walk a little to reach the busiest part of town.
Ask the concierge about trekking guides and homestays, and book popular treks a day or two ahead. If you plan to use the pool and spa, build a free afternoon into your schedule, because they are most enjoyable when you are not rushing between activities.
Why stay here
- ✓Indoor pool
- ✓Charm Spa treatments
- ✓Gym and business centre
- ✓Free breakfast buffet
- ✓On-site restaurant
- ✓Free in-room Wi-Fi
- ✓Free self-parking
- ✓Concierge and 24-hour front desk
Good questions
Does Sapa Charm Hotel have an indoor pool?+
Yes, there is an indoor pool, which is useful in cool or misty weather.
Is breakfast included?+
The hotel lists a free breakfast buffet. Confirm the details of your room rate when you book.
How far is it from the town centre?+
About twelve minutes on foot to Sa Pa Square, with the cable car station a similar distance.
