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MAI CHAU ECOLODGE, NA PHON

MAI CHAU ECOLODGE

LUSH NATURAL SCENERY

Surrounded by rice paddy fields, humble villages and emerald mountains in the Mai Chau Valley, a stay at Mai Chau Ecolodge is all about immersing yourself in Vietnam’s rural culture, dining on home-cooked meals and soaking up the lush natural scenery.

Though just under a hundred miles from Hanoi, this eco-conscious lodge feels worlds away from the urban bustle. The surrounding valley is incredibly tranquil, home to small ethnic minority villages – the Thai, H’mong and Dao – that sit among a beautiful patchwork of paddy fields. Mai Chau Ecolodge blends seamlessly into this lush landscape, comprising just a handful of thatched hilltop stilt-houses in the village of Na Phon.

VIETNAM, SOUTHEAST ASIA

Orchid Restaurant

Rooms are airy and spacious with modern amenities, private balconies and outdoor showers. Through the plentiful use of local wood, bamboo, palm leaf and stone, they pay tribute to their natural surroundings. When not out hiking to nearby villages or cycling tranquil paths through the valley, you’ll find a spa offering traditional massages, a lagoon-style pool to dip into and two bars with stunning views. The Orchid Restaurant delivers delicious local dishes, from stir-fried beef to clay pot chicken, both indoors and on its wide balcony.

OVERVIEW

MAI CHAU ECOLODGE

At a Glance

Eco-friendly lodge set atop a private hill at the heart of the Mai Chau valley
43 rooms with airy, open interiors, bamboo furniture and private balconies
Ensuite bathrooms with wooden bathtubs and outdoor showers
Restaurant serving a quintessential fusion of Vietnamese traditional food and Thai tribal food
Panorama Bar serving local and international drinks alongside stunning vistas of the green hills
Located just three hours from the urban bustle of Hanoi

For Leisure and Pleasure

Enjoy rejuvenating massages in the spa
Glistening palm-lined swimming pool adjacent to a thatched bar
Hike to nearby tribal villages
Complimentary bikes for exploring the tiny, tranquil paths through the rice fields
Nightly traditional dance performances
Experience the rich culture of Vietnam’s rural communities

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