Enfolded by fields as green as Spring itself, this eco-friendly lodge is the picture of country living the Mai Chau way - being as close to nature as possible. Wake up to mind-clearing views of paddy fields, get lost in conversation with the staff (who all grew up in local hill villages) and simply let tranquility wash over you on a walk through the gardens. The aura of the valley draws visitors back again and again, and with its amazing caves and wild spaces, it's easy to see why. In quaint thatched cottages overlooking soaked rice paddies, it'll feel like you're stepping into an ancient scene where the world seems to go a little slower.
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In a private garden on the hilltop, the little stilted houses have welcomed nature inside with everything from bamboo deckchairs to headboards, and deep wooden tubs in the rustic bathrooms - some of the showers are al fresco too! Decorated with intricate (and colourful!) decor from local villages, each room has king-size or twin beds, tea facilities and large vanity counter. The President Suite comes with its own plunge pool and a spacious living room with a private bar.
The lodge takes good care of its valley by using renewable materials and solar power, and dedicating 80% of its land to remain open and free.
You'll see a lot about the Thai tribe dotted around the lodge, but if you'd like to learn a little extra, enjoy an evening performance of the traditional Xoe dance and visit the the mini-museum in the lobby.
The lodge may be gorgeously remote but it is on the edge of a small village so some noise tends to drift up on busy nights.
Start with a recommended trip or create one from scratch
Mai Chau Eco Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Vietnam trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Vietnam trips featuring Mai Chau Eco Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our Vietnam specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Mai Chau Eco Lodge start from around $150, or US$150, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
A peaceful interlude from modern whims in the hills of northern Vietnam
