Flaco Hostel Sapa

Hotels
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Independent
8.8 (5 reviews)
Dien Bien Phu, 516, Sa Pa, Lao Cai, 330000 , Sa Pa , VN
84-392348789

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Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Street parking
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
ATM/banking
Bicycle rentals nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location
Friendly, helpful staff (early check-in, assistance with tickets, carrying bags)
Comfortable beds for many guests
Good value / inexpensive
Some rooms are clean and spacious
Cons:
Mold, dampness and reports of very unclean rooms
Limited amenities / no common facilities; occasional towel shortages
Noisy rooms and poor soundproofing
Bathroom issues: humid/wet after shower, hot water running out
Breakfast unsuitable for at least one guest

Categories

Cleanliness
6.5
Mixed to poor: several guests reported mold, strong damp/mildew smells and generally unclean conditions, though a few found rooms clean and spacious.
Service
9.8
Very positive: staff repeatedly described as friendly and helpful — assisted with early/late check-in, bus ticketing and carrying bags to taxis.
Location
9.9
Consistently praised: central location, very close to bus station, Sapa lake and the town center; many guests highlighted convenience.
Room Quality
8.7
Mixed: beds often comfortable but some reported very hard mattresses, poor soundproofing, limited storage and occasional odd room layouts (window to corridor).
Amenities
8.1
Limited: several guests noted lack of facilities, hot water running out quickly in some bathrooms, and shortages such as only one towel provided.
Value for Money
9.9
Strong positive: multiple guests described the rooms as cheap/good value for the price.
Food and Beverage
7.5
Slightly negative: one guest mentioned breakfast was unsuitable and did not take it; otherwise food/beverage is rarely mentioned.
Overall Experience
10
Overall very positive due to excellent location, helpful staff and good value; however cleanliness issues noted by some guests temper the experience for a minority.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-06-29 13:15

Property Description

Central Location in Sa Pa
Conveniently located within a 5-minute drive of Sapa Lake and Sapa Market, Flaco Hostel Sapa offers a prime spot in the heart of Sa Pa.

Amenities Galore
Enjoy a range of amenities including room service, communal living room, 24-hour front desk, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Comfortable Accommodations
Relax in one of the 21 air-conditioned rooms with LCD televisions and free Wi-Fi. The private bathrooms feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries for a touch of luxury.

Centrally situated with top-notch amenities, Flaco Hostel Sapa is your ideal choice for a memorable stay in Sa Pa. Book now for a delightful experience!

Important information:

  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: HAN

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Covid

    Reservations are required for onsite COVID-19 testing

  • General

    Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 5 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.5
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 9.9
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 10
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Lê • couple • vn
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Sophie • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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G • solo_traveller • in
6
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Len • solo_traveller • vn
10
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Naeim • solo_traveller • om
10
ممتاز
Pros:

الموقع كان في وسط مدينة سابا . حسن تعامل طاقم الاستقبال والمساعدة في حجز تذاكر باص النوم اشكرهم جدا

Cons:

وجبة الإفطار غير مناسبة لنا ولم نطلبها

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Gio • solo_traveller • vn
10
Lần sau tôi đến sapaa chắc chắn sẽ vào đây
Cons:

Phòng đẹp giá rẻ nhân viên thân thiện

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Callum • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Cléa • extended_group • fr
10
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
5
Over night, fine.
Pros:

It was in Sapa.

Cons:

I didn’t like our toilet, but it was a budget room, still, no excuse.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Katie • solo_traveller • au
3
Pros:

Location was good

Cons:

Very unclean
No facilities

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Quang Huy • family_with_children • vn
7
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Nam • solo_traveller • vn
7
Pros:

Vị trị thuận tiện

Cons:

Phòng ồn, cách âm kém.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Katie • couple • au
3
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Isabelle • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Weronika • solo_traveller • pl
7
Pros:

Spoko Hotel. Dobra lokalizacja, łóżko bylo mega wygodne.

Cons:

W łazience bardzo szybko kończyła się ciepła woda. I ,,okno,, z pokoju wychodzi na korytarz hotelu xd. Ale to nie byl jakis wielki problem.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Quang Huy • family_with_children • vn
8
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Blaine • couple • gb
4
2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • gb
6
Okay
Pros:

It was in an excellent location

Cons:

When showering the entire bathroom was very wet. Also the whole apartment got really humid to the point our clothes were feeling damp.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Kuklane • solo_traveller • ee
7
2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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ilshat • solo_traveller • ru
8
Pros:

Были свободные номера и заселили в 5 утра, на ресепшене спал парнишка, заселил. Номера большие, кровати удобные, все отлично.

Cons:

Мало куда положить вещи. Расположение не самое удобное, но не критично.

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee