Sapa Rosie House & Spa - Mountain Retreat

The view was beautiful!

Extremely friendly and helpful hosts. Beautifully maintained property and facilities. Fantastic food.

There are just so many types of plants and beautiful flowers here that I managed to take a whole lot of pictures. The dishes are sublime: I loved an entire menu of eggs so much that once I ate them the whole day! Well, perhaps my opinion is biased because I was allowed to learn cooking them here. Though I went solo, the hospitable owner Mr. Vuong was generous enough to upgrade my room to a triple one(!) for free, so yeah.

There are some kind of animals - I suspect rodents - which run on the roof at night. If your staple food is rice, then its quality might fluctuate a bit during your stay: wet this meal and dry the next.

From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warm smiles and genuine hospitality that instantly made us feel at home. Each morning began with a delicious breakfast overlooking the stunning mountains and rice terraces; a view that never got old and quickly became one of our favorite parts of the day. What was meant to be a short stay turned into a much longer one. Rosie’s Retreat exceeded our expectations in every way, and before we knew it, we had extended our stay multiple times because we simply didn’t want to leave. Renting a motorbike (drop-off & pickup service) made exploring the beauty of the Sapa region effortless. After days filled with winding mountain roads, local villages, and breathtaking viewpoints, returning to Rosie’s Retreat felt like stepping into a sanctuary of peace and tranquility. The calm atmosphere was exactly what we needed after each adventure. The bungalows were impeccably maintained, spotless, comfortable, and equipped with everything we needed. Waking up to the incredible panoramic views each morning instantly put us in a good mood and set the tone for the day ahead. A special mention also goes to the food and drinks. Many of the ingredients come fresh from the garden and are lovingly prepared by Rosie and her team. Every meal felt fresh, authentic, and full of flavor. In fact, the food was so good that there was often no reason to head into Sapa town for dinner. What truly sets this place apart, however, is the level of care and attention from the team. Whether it was arranging massages, helping us plan our itinerary, recommending activities, Hmong tracking tour, organizing transportation, or simply taking the time to chat, they always went above and beyond to make sure everything was taken care of. Rosie’s Retreat is more than just a place to stay; it’s a place where you can slow down, reconnect with nature, get in contact with Hmong people and feel genuinely looked after.

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