Mai Chau Ecolodge

A heritage-inspired sanctuary overlooking emerald valleys

Perched on a verdant hillside above Na Phon Village in Mai Châu Valley, Mai Chau Ecolodge offers a rare fusion of cultural authenticity and eco-luxury. Built in the distinctive style of Thai tribal stilt houses - with thatched roofs, bamboo furnishings, and stone accents - the resort blends effortlessly into its dramatic backdrop: a tapestry of rice paddies, forested slopes, and towering limestone peaks. 

Comprising 43 thoughtfully crafted bungalows, the layout ensures intimacy, with each unit featuring private balconies that frame panoramic valley views. Rooms are designed as cultural havens: polished bamboo floors, local fabrics, outdoor rain showers, wooden bathtubs, and high-end bedding offer both comfort and a sense of place . There are multiple room types - from garden-view studios to split-level family suites - each with elegant simplicity and thoughtful natural materials.

At the heart of the lodge is Hoa Lan Restaurant, a repurposed century‑old Thai house overlooking the valley. It serves a signature fusion menu of Vietnamese and ethnic Thai dishes made with fresh local produce, some planted in the resort’s own garden. Adjacent to the lagoon-shaped pool and bar, the two‑level dining space invites lingering sunrise breakfasts or relaxed evening dinners under lantern light.

The spa offers an immersive wellness experience with traditional tribal therapies, outdoor treatment pavilions, and eco-conscious products - all designed to soothe tired limbs after a day trekking or cycling through tribal villages . The infinity-edge pool - fed by mountain spring water - sits amidst palm-framed serenity, a cool refuge in the tropical sun.

Beyond the lodge, an experiential world awaits: guided hikes through H’mong and Thai villages, cycling along idyllic paddy‑lined paths, immersive cooking classes, traditional dance performances, and cultural homestays all offer authentic connections to Mai Châu’s rural heritage.

Perfect for: cultural explorers, eco-travelers, couples and families seeking meaningful immersion in Vietnam’s highland traditions.

Stay feeling: like a welcomed guest in an ancestral valley, refreshed by nature, ritual, and genuine human warmth.