Hotels near Vai Gioi Cave, Hoa Lu District

Simple, rustic hotel in Ninh Binh. We stayed here for two nights to explore Ninh Binh. From the start, D, the hotel staff was very prompt in answering our inquiries which was very assuring for a pleasant stay. Our private airport transfer to the hotel went without a hitch. Arriving at the hotel in the morning, we were offered breakfast which was well appreciated. The room was spacious and clean but needs refurbishment. The place is peaceful and quiet. Overall a very good stay.

A beautiful settings. The whole place is in a big garden. Rooms are nice, large and well lit with natural sunlight. Staff very cooperative trying to please. I got in after a long day, desperately needed a massage (after 8pm), still they managed to get a good masseuse. Breakfast is okay. Maybe more towards local cuisine, but with a nice selection of fresh vegetables, eggs and fruit. I’ll be happy to stay there again.

Definitely the best accommodation we’ve had in Vietnam. Our room was large, shower had lots of pressure and hot water endless. Daily bottled water and bathroom amenities. A kettle in the room, however no fridge, there was a fridge in lobby we could use if required. We found our room quiet, comfortable and with French doors opening onto a sitting area (I did notice room #221’s outdoor sitting area was also a passage way to 3 other rooms). Plenty of power points. We were greated every morning by Ha, who manages the hotel. Ha was always cheerful, helpful and one the best hotel staff members I’ve encountered in Vietnam. We did have an issue with the transport from Hanoi the hotel owner organised. A lack of communication and instructions. If you book a driver, he will arrive approx 40mins before the time booked, he will pick you up and drive you to a mini van/bus in Hanoi, which will take you half way to Tam Coc, then you swap to another van/bus. Suggest you get a confirmation of pick up time from the owner (which will vary to the time you book, and be prepared for a couple of vehicle changes.) All comfortable vehicles but a bit confusing if you’re unaware. We would definitely recommend Little Tam Coc Boutique Hotel.

We checked in to the Emeralda after a busy day where we drove in from Hanoi, had a great lunch in Tam Coc then hopped in boats for a tour of the caves. After that it was the Lying Dragon hike. All of which, I recommend. But we were tired by the time we arrived at the Emeralda. And it was so nice. So close to the bustle of Tam Coc, but secluded at the same time. We were greeted warmly by the staff and then driven to our rooms. First we repaired to the bar for drinks and then had a quick swim in the pool. Dinner we ate in the hotel restaurant. Very good. Breakfast the next morning was fabulous. Gracious staff. Loved this place. Even provided sandals and robes if we needed them. Would loved to have stayed longer.

The hotel room is large, the boss is enthusiastic, and the proprietress is smiling all day. The biggest highlight of the hotel is the large swimming pool, suitable for family travel. The disadvantage is that the environment is cleaned and hygienic. It may be improved. It may be understaffed and there is no extra manpower to organize. It is a pity. The hotel can take a set itinerary. We chartered a car to the Songya Bird Ecological Tourism Area on the first day, 400,000 VND (about 7 kilometers from the hotel). It is recommended to rent a locomotive to go to the more cost-effective. The next day, chartered a car to Trang an Chang'an Scenic Area (Lulong Bay) ➝ Hoa lu Huaxu Ancient City ➝ Lunch ➝ Baiding Temple Cha Bái ính- Ninh Bnh Tour, 1 million VND. On the third day, go to Mua Caves ( Hang Mua) (4.7 kilometers) and rent a bicycle to go. Back to Hanoi to book a car to the hotel, 200,000 VND/person, the ticket is cheap, the disadvantage is that it is necessary to connect multiple times, the advantage is that there is no rest in the middle, the time spent is the same as sitting limosion

Unfortunately, our two night experience here wasn't as good as we'd hoped from looking at the photos and reviews on Tripadvisor. Upon arrival, staff seemed friendly and helped us up to our room with our bags. We booked a double room which was located one floor up from the reception. There was no noise from the reception area itself but we got very little sleep due to dogs barking throughout the night (all windows were closed). The room itself was a little dated and not the cleanest of hotel rooms (though it could have been worse). There were stains on the blinds, walls, bedding and fabric chair which were a little gross. Hot water worked fine for us and the minibar was restocked with the water which we had used. Staff were friendly when we saw them, but their presence was lacking at times and the hotel seemed very quiet. We were looking forward to sitting out on the large balcony up top (from which the views were stunning) but this area seemed neglected with the bar closed and no guests using it which was sad since we were looking forward to spending evenings chatting to others and relaxing as per the photos we'd seen. We can't comment on food as we didn't eat at the restaurant, though no one seemed to eat there in the evening. We borrowed bicycles (free of charge) from the hotel which was a brilliant way of seeing some of the phenomenal local area. Overall, our experience here wasn't great but it may have been a different story if we'd booked a better room on the other side of the hotel away from the noise of the dogs!

Excellent service , warm and welcoming lovely people , very courteous, polite and happy to help. The hotel was clean and the service was exemplary!🙂🙂. I would recommend this hotel. This place is central to all the shops around and the hotel people recommended places to eat.

This hotel is great! Brand new, the pool is big and clean, the service staff is kind and welcoming, the room is big and beautiful, the bathroom flushing bath equipment has many functions, the breakfast is one person, very delicious! The whole hotel building is like an art gallery, the courtyard is very beautiful!