Gem Valley View

Homestay without too much of a trek

Photo of Gem Valley View, The road to Cat Cat. , Sapa

What we say:

Whilst Cat Cat village itself doesn't offer any homestay options, there are a couple of places on the way down that provide accommodation if you want to stay out of Sapa town and live the more simple life. Gem Valley View is the first place you'll come to on the way down, about 1km past the ticket booth. It's an art gallery, with some impressive pieces on display — well, depending on your perspective — and serves up drinks and light meals on a terrace overlooking the valley. There are four rooms upstairs, each containing a mattress with mossie net and a wardrobe. The bathroom is downstairs and a bit of a squeeze but adequate. A good budget option with a pleasant feel to it.

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The road to Cat Cat. T: (0912) 84 9753

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What we were quoted

Type of room	Low season	High season	Notes
Dbl fan share b'room	7 USD	7 USD

Added to Travelfish on: 23rd November, 2010
Last visited or updated on: 23rd November, 2010

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