Pu Luong Retreat

Tucked away in the hills of northern Vietnam, Pu Luong Retreat is a tranquil, thatched-roof hideaway surrounded by mountains, rice terraces, rivers and waterfalls.

Lying in the countryside 160km southwest of Hanoi, it’s an ideal alternative to the more well-known town of Sapa.

Nestled in the heart of the Pu Luong Nature Reserve, the retreat invites you to embrace a gentler pace. Wake to birdsong, explore hill tribe trails or float along jungle-fringed rivers. Whether trekking through the mountains or simply soaking in the view, Pu Luong Retreat offers a rare window into rural Vietnamese life.

The Rooms

Rooms at Pu Luong Retreat are spacious and thoughtfully crafted, blending traditional hill tribe aesthetics with certain comforts. Expect palm-thatched roofs, bamboo and stone details, and wide balconies or terraces that open onto sweeping views of rice paddies, valleys and forested peaks.

Interiors feel inviting and airy, with natural materials and authentic wooden furnishings.

East-facing rooms often get soft morning light and, from May to October, the magical sight of cloud seas drifting through the valley.

While amenities are kept fairly simple in this remote setting, the rooms offer a peaceful and atmospheric base for a restful stay.