Es war eine sehr familiäre, warmherzige und hilfsbereite Unterkunft. Wir hatten unseren einjährigen Sohn mit dabei und es lief alles wunderbarvon der pick up bis Abreise vom Bahnhof.Wir konnten die Fahrräder benutzen, sogar mit dem Kindersitz hinten dran.Die Sehenswürdigkeiten sind gut mit Fahrrad oder Scotter erreichbar und die Scott's Familie ist immer bereit zu helfen und zu beraten. Es lohn sich mal bei denen Mittag- oder Abendessen zu genießen, sie kochen traditionell und sehr lecker.

Super sauberes homestay. Das Essen war großartig. Immer wieder.

Wir haben eine sehr schöne Zeit mit Scott und seiner Familie verbracht. Die sehr saubere Unterkunft hat die perfekte Lage, um die "Halong Bucht an Land" zu entdecken. Scott war sehr hilfsbereit und hat uns geholfen, unsere Tagestouren zu planen und einen Motorroller zu einem fairen Preis bereitgestellt. Seine Frau kocht außerdem hervorragendes (auch vegetarisches) Essen. Wir wären gerne länger geblieben, denn uns hat es hier an nichts gefehlt.

Der Aufenthalt bei Scott und seiner Familie stellte sich als das Highlight unserer Reise heraus. Scott und seine Frau Hang haben uns so ehrlich herzlich und warm empfangen, dass es sich wirklich wie ein Nach-Hause-Kommen anfühlte. Scott zeigte uns die verzaubernde Landschaft NinhBinhs (Orte, wo nur wir und sonst niemand war, wundervoll!) und ließ uns als Teil seiner Familie auch Teil an deren Leben haben: So begleitete ich Hang bei ihrem Einkauf auf dem Markt und wir aßen gemeinsam mit ihnen und Freunden den traditionellen ChickenHotpot. An dieser Stelle muss betont werden: Hangs Kochkünste sind unübertrefflich gut!! Das beste was ich in Vietnam gegessen habe! Wir durften jeden Abend in den Genuss ihrer Kochkünste kommen! Der Bungalow ist super schön und großzügig gestaltet. Zwei tolle große Betten in einem Bungalow! Alles top! Was soll ich sagen, ein Super-Super-Host :-). Tausend Dank!

This is a brandnew homestay. Very nice place out of Nimh Binh. Scott and his wife did everything to make us feel comfortable. His wife prepears typical Vietnamese meals for lunch and diner if you want to eat at the Homestay. Huge breakfast is included. Scott can guide you to places off the beaten track. He also arranges tours along the different spots around Nimh Binh. Worthwild!!!

Bij Scott heb je een geweldige tijd. Hij is zorgzaam, vriendelijk en in voor een grap. Hij helpt je waar hij maar kan, zonder opdringerig te zijn.zijn vrouw, Huang, is een geweldige kok. Iedere dag een feest om daar te eten. De kamers zijn ruim, schoon en licht. Iedere dag schone handdoeken. En om de dag wordt je bed verschoond.

One of the best experiences we had so far with airbnb and one of the best memories for us from Vietnam !! Our advice would be : Just go there, no hesitation ! Meet Scott's extremely nice family, discover his peaceful and beautiful place, his incredible sense of hospitality, the amazingly delicious home food, the so interesting/beautiful/non-touristic tour in the countryside that you can enjoy with Scott !! We wish we could time travel to enjoy those days again !

Scott is a very friendly person and is always there to help you with making the right decision of which places to visit in Ninh Binh. The rooms are very clean and nicely build, very cozy. Would definitely recommend this for staying over while in Ninh Binh!

Der Aufenthalt im Dragonboatrock bei Sabine und Dung war einer der besten während unserer ganzen Reise: Es erwarten einen herrliche Ruhe und Bungalos, die inmitten zweier Felsformationen liegen, die für die Gegend um Ninh Binh so typisch sind. Das Grundstück ist wirklich riesig und schön angelegt, daher sind auch die Bungalos geräumig und zudem sehr sauber und kunstfertig eingerichtet. (Die Interior Design Studentin aus Italien, die während unseres Aufenthaltes ebenfalls als Gast da war, war ebenfalls begeistert!) Die beiden Eigentümerinnen sind super hilfsbereit und kennen sich in der Umgebung bestens aus. Auch für Windeln wurde gesorgt, nachdem uns diese für unsere 10 Monate alte Tochter ausgegangen waren. Und zuletzt noch das Essen: als Vegetarier sind wir mittlerweile gewohnt, dass diese Information zum Teil übergangen wird. Welch Überraschung war es für uns, dass hier täglich gleich mehrere vegetarische Gerichte für uns zubereitet wurden! Es war sehr lecker - einen herzlichen Glückwunsch zur Köchin, wir waren mehr als zufrieden. Überhaupt wären wir gerne länger geblieben, wenn dies unser Zeitplan erlaubt hätte! Vielen Dank für dieses Erlebnis; wir freuen uns, dass wir als eine der ersten Gäste bei euch sein durften!

Thanks to all at Dragon Boat Rock for taking such good care of us. We enjoyed the place itself, cycling to hao lu thru the limestone cliffs and many other adventures including kayaking the canal facing the property. The food was really amazing as well. Wish Sabine and all the best!

Sabine and Dung's place is in one word AMAZING! We stayed there for two nights and had an awesome time! It had such a nice atmosphere where You feel easily at home! The bungalows are big,clean and nicely decorated! Everything was perfect! Breakfast is served and You can also join them for dinner! And after dinner You can play a game of table soccer.And also very cool...You can rent a bicycle or motorbike with gears. Dung quickly taught me how to ride on it so we could have a nice tour around Tam coc! So if your thinking about going to ninh binh choose dragon boat rock!!

From the moment we arrived late in the evening, we felt right at home at Dragon Boat Rock. This is exactly what I have in my mind as an ideal home stay using airbnb. The personal space balanced with a small staff of passionate locals makes an incredible experience. The amazing homecooked food, serene nature setting and cozy bungalow made for the perfect experience. I feel to have left here rested, inspired by social interactions with the hosts and satisfied with seeing amazing local scenery and culture. I'll be back here when I come to Vietnam again and look forward to seeing this home stay further blossom. This is a truly a gem.. Thank you Sabine!!! See you soon :)

This place is WONDERFULL!! We had quite a hard time finding it, tucked away in the rice paddies, but such a little paradise to discover! There are a few bungalows in the big garden where lots of fruit trees, plants, a fish pond, ducks and geese can be found. Most of the ingredients of the food also come out of their own garden. Sabine and Dung are both very friendly, Dung is an amazing cook and Sabine was around to help us with almost everything - best Ninh Binh hangouts to where to buy coffee cups in Hanoi. We would definitely recommend eating as much as you can at the dragon boat rock, it's delicious! They are also very good with dietary wishes as I am a vegetarian. The bungalows are very cosy, with a nice bathroom, bed and outside veranda. They also really did a good job on the interior, simple but very cute and smart. If you get the chance: go here!!

First of all THANK YOU so much for this wonderful experience!!!!!!! We arrived in the evening (quite late!) and Sabine sent their default taxi driver (who is wonderful) to pick us up at the train station. She stayed up late with us to answer all our questions and showed us maps and stuff we could do during our stay. Sadly she had to leave the next morning but Dung took amazing care of us!!!!!!She is a fantastic cook and took us for an evening beer with her friends in the city where we had the most authentic moment of our stay. We were quite sad to leave them and really felt at home during our stay.

Sabine & Dung from Dragon Boat Rock are excellent hosts, friendly, helpful, professional and both very interesting people to meet! The setting is really unique, striking the perfect balance of peaceful rural serenity with clean and comfortable facilities. Fruits and vegetables grow all around you and their home-cooking is simply delicious. Whatever assistance you need in planning activities around Ninh Binh province, Sabine & Dung are at hand to give you all the right information. They deserve a lot of credit for creating such a sustainable environment, not just at their guesthouse but for the wider community in the village. Highly, highly recommend!!

This place is great! Sabine was super helpful! You get to stay outside of the city for some peace and quiet but just a short trip to see all that Ninh Binh has to offer. The meals are fantastic and it really feels like a family when you stay here. Thank you everyone here!

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Nous avons passé trois nuits au Lotus Ricefield Homestay et avons passé un séjour très agréable. L'environnement au milieu des rizières, des lotus et des pains de sucres est sublime. L'endroit est isolé et calme, en pleine nature mais reste proche de Tam Coc en scooter. Les bungalows en bambou sont jolis et bien aménagés avec de grands lits, mini bar, hamac sur la terrasse, ventilateur dans le lit qui permet de bien dormir car en août il fait tres chaud dans la région, douche avec eau chaude et froide et bonne moustiquaire. La famille qui gère le lieu est très gentille et accueillante. Vous pouvez leur louer un scooter ou faire laver votre linge. Le lieu a ouvert il y a 4 mois, tout est donc neuf et en bon état.

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The location is just amazing. I recommend to everyone the place which is just amazing and surprising. This is obviously the place to go if you plan to visite Ninh Binh.

Well since the other reviews pretty much tell you how beautiful this place is... yes it is! Situated in a quiet part of Tam Coc, you really feel like you are in a special place. Just waking up and looking at the magnificent view from your bed puts a big smile on your face :) Super friendly and welcoming people. They are there to help you when you have question about the region. I suggest you rent a motorbike when you get there. Because walking from the house is just too far. They have them for rent and it's the best way to explore the surroundings. We grabbed one at the station, but with all your bags that can be a hassle. We definitely recommend Lotus Field home stay! You won't regret it.

Special place in beautiful landscape

Lotus field homestay was amazing! The cottages are a little out of the way so make sure you call and ask to be picked up from the main road. The rooms are very clean and located in a picturesque field surrounded by mountains. Would definitely recommend staying here if you're looking for a quiet place to relax and kick back.

It was a lovely place, Beautiful huts. Buc was very kind and friendly. There are free bicycles to explore the wonderful places around. Everything was perfect.

This was a lovey place to stay, the room was really large and very comfy beds. The hosts were both very friendly and always willing to give us advice. Would recommend if you need a place to stay in ninh binh

We had to change the room (although we never request this) because the first one wasn't very clean. We appreciate that Pham helped us to change it and te second room was slightly better, but still with dusty furniture. Overall this is a budget hotel which is fine if you need to sleep just for one night. Thank you Pham for the provided information about the area. It was really helpful in our stay.

All was good !

great place for a perfect price, nice clean and quiet rooms, great breakfast and help with renting motorbikes, also very good English, which seems rare in this town.

Overall we had a good stay here. Especially for this price. Unfortunetly we came for tourism and didn't know that Ninh Binh CITY is not prepared for tourists(few people speak a bit english, menus at restaurants only in vietnamese) and most tours start from Tam Coc near Ninh Binh city.

Very nice location, plus the owner helped us to rent motorbikes to explore the beautiful surroundings. Definitely recommend going there!

We had a wonderful experience with a VERY welcoming family! The food was amazing, the village was quiet and cute and many activities were offered to us. Beautiful land!

Mai Chau family home stay was an amazing experience... True rural Vietnam, comfortable beds, hot showers, and the meals reflected the fresh produce and culture of the mountains! Meeting Binhs family.. Touring the mountains, rice paddies ethnic villages were a once in a lifetime experience! Be sure to book a tour with Binh... His local knowledge and passion for his culture is exceptional! Just as a footnote... I was very lucky to have been there with Binh, I've read others weren't so lucky..without him I think the lack of English and remoteness might not be for everyone!

Great stay at a tranquil and welcoming homestay in Mai Chau. The place was a as described and the hosts and local family was very nice. The food provided was traditional and very nice. The accommodation is simple but exactly what you would expect in a traditional homestay. I would definitely recommend staying here while in Mai Chau, not just a nice family and place but also great experience.

We had a very nice time in Mai Chau Family Homestay for two nights with three children. The place is quiet and beautiful. The food was fine. The hosts and Nam (Binh's colleague) were really friendly and helpful for our visits in the countryside around (trekking, motorbikes). Nam and Binh helped us also to manage the trip by car from Ha Noi and to Ninh Binh. Thanks.

The experiences that Pham Binh organised for me and my friends in and around Mai Chau have left a lasting impression on me. Binh and his family can show you the life of the local people in a way that can only be offered by locals themselves. According to your wishes, Binh arranges activities for you that can range from relaxing to exploring the culture and landscape of Mai Chau. More genuine and less commercialised than popular destinations such as Sapa, this homestay is a must visit!

Lovely rural setting! We saw zero tourists in the two nights we stayed at Pham's-which is exactly what we wanted! Unfortunately Pham wasn't there, but his brother and his family were very welcoming and made us feel at home. The food was lovely and the people as well! Thank you Pham!

Overall we (3 guys in our mid-20s) had a fun, memorable and relaxing experience. I would recommend a Mai Chau homestay, perhaps even this one, but you should know what to expect beforehand. We were led to believe we would be staying with Pham (since we booked it with Pham). Yet once we arrived, Pham was out-of-town. The couple who hosted us, though very friendly and welcoming, spoke very little English. It was obvious that Pham knew he was not going to be there, but we were not told that until just after we arrived. We wouldn't have minded had we known, but it felt a bit like a bait-and-switch and something that should have been mentioned beforehand. We were mostly interested in getting out of the city for a few days and just relaxing (the hammocks were a great place to relax and read). The husband took us for a walk around the town, then to a local waterfall/swimming area. We had a really great time. Once you arrive, just about everything besides lunch and dinner is an extra cost. Want a water? Gotta pay for that. Want to borrow a bike? That's extra. A beer? That'll cost you. None of the extras were outrageously priced, but considering you've already paid $18, per-person, it sort of felt like we were getting nickel-and-dimed at every opportunity. The food was all really excellent. Plentiful, freshly cooked and really tasty. We ate a total of 4 meals. A lunch when we arrived (rice, fried ground pork, and some vegetables), dinner(similar lunch but with a couple extra meat and vegetable dishes and some quite strong, and quite delicious rice wine), breakfast(instant noodles, an egg, and a banana/plantane) and a lunch the following day before we left (extra charge again). The house was really remarkable and charming. It would have been nice to get a tour of the house, as we only saw the room we stayed in, but I guess it is their home, and perhaps they didn't feel comfortable showing us around. The beds were really comfortable. The three of us each had a twin sized memory foam mattress, which had a mosquito net cover. There was no A/C, but there was some oscillating fans, which did an decent job of keeping the temperature comfortable. There is a shower, a western-style toilet, electricity (plenty of light at night to read), and Wi-Fi. Two really cute and friendly kittens, and quite a few chickens were always running around. They were fun to watch and listen to. Overall we had a good time. The family was nice and accommodating (though we spoke very little). Mai Chau is a beautiful place. It's nice to get out of the city and see a vastly different way of living. We were all really glad we went and we had a very memorable experience.

It was the real homestay experience. Pham's family made us feel home. They even arranged a dance show with their family and neighbours for the evening. Cham's food was really good.

Alex and his family were just wonderful and so helpful and welcoming. Alex helped us with everything and was Always à good advice. I highly recommend his place. His sister Can Cook you some wonderful meal too. And WE had à cruch on little An baby!!! Thé place is just like paradise on earth!!!! Thank you again for everything !

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Alex's place was amazing! Alex's parents take great pride in their guest rooms and they should! They are very warm and friendly- welcomed us and made it feel like home. Our room was spotlessly clean, and everything was fresh. Alex's sister was very helpful and is an amazing cook as well! We rented a scooter from Alex's parents and had so much fun scooting around. We originally had some trouble getting to the Airbnb but it really wasn't a problem. We only stayed one night due to tight travel schedule, but we would have loved to stay longer. This was our favorite place during our whole trip in Vietnam. I recommend Alex's place to anyone and would most certainly go back in a heartbeat!

Alex's place is the best! His family are very kind and helpful! The room was very clean! His family also made a lovely dinner for us that was delicious! they also provided us with bicycles for free! perfect location!

A great place to go: close to all the highlights in the surroundings, big rooms, nice view. But most of all: Alex' sister Yen and his parents made us feel welcome. Arranging (motor)bikes, inviting us for diner, repairing the broken toilet in a few hours, nothing was too much for them. Speaking the same language is not necessary to understand each other and that was a great experience. Sharing a bit of their lives by living in their backyard, you can't get much closer to the Vietnamese way of live. One thing: you should take for granted the village broadcasting, every early morning.

Alex was the most helpful host ever. He offered to book all our transport to and from the homestay from Hanoi and even organised a hotel for us for one night in Hanoi when we first landed. His whole family were very friendly and welcoming. The food was so delicious. I am a vegan/vegetarian and they were very accommodating with making me lots of delicious food. The house is right in the perfect location in Ninh Binh. I would have no hesitation suggesting this place to everyone I know! You get a beautiful private room plus a lovely family helping you the whole time.

Really beautiful area! Really nice to cycle especially in the heat, because the wind blows against you and you get to places faster. Close to the beautiful Mua Caves which was nice. The family are very kind and helpful and it was great trying the local cuisine that they cooked for us.

We had a great time with Alex and their whole family and friends. She made us dinner when we arrived in the evening and later we got invited to a little barbecue with family and friends. They treated us very warmly and open hearted. Also the room was perfectly clean. Thanks for all ! Johann and Amelie

Es un lugar muy agradable, la habitación es grande muy confortable, internet funciona bien, es limpio. Ella, su hermana y su gatito "fish" son adorables. Lo recomiendo. Un séjour très agréable on conseille vivement. Nice room, very clean and peaceful. She cooks delicious and healthy. Thanks very much.

Hoang has a very nice flat in a well placed area. She has been helpful and she made us discovering Nin Bihn area. It was very nice!

Nice clean homestay with a very friendly hostess. Recommend this to everyone travelling to Ninh Binh!!

Chill House is an amazing place with the greatest host, Phuong. The room looks much bigger than in the preview, everything is clean and the location is good to visit around Ninh Binh.

Hoang has always been a super great host from the beginning. Firstly, she helped us with the bus reservation from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, then with motorbike renting with low cost. Besides, as a friendly host, she helped us get through every trouble we met at Ninh Binh. If you need something, just ask her. Regarding the rooms, they are very comfy, cozy and comfortable with a lovely coffee corner and air conditioner. Hence, I would highly recommend this accommodation for tourists who want to discover Ninh Binh.

Nous recommandons vivement ce logement. Nous avons passé un excellent séjour. Elle est très gentille, souriante et très bonne cuisinière. Nous avons mangé un excellent repas. La maison est superbe et les chambres aussi. Très propre. Si nous revenons à Ninh Binh nous choisirons sans hésiter ce logement.

Si vous venez au Vietnam, un passage ici est indispensable. Je n'ai jamais été aussi bien accueilli, conseillé et aiguillé. L'hôte est une adorable personne. Elle nous a fait un repas digne des meilleures restaurant. Vraiment venez chez elle, vous ne serez absoluement pas déçu ! Un palace ! Je n'ai pas les mots. C'est magique. Ma plus belle rencontre vietnamienne.

This is one of the best airbnb's I have ever stayed at!! Minh is so incredibly kind, generous and thoughtful. His place was spotless clean, super comfortable, esthetically fantastic and in a gorgeous location. Wifi was great, breakfast was absolutely delicious and Minh was ready to answer and help us with any questions we had at anytime. He even booked our bus to Sapa for us!! AND waited at the bus stop with us for over 30 minutes just to make sure we got on the right bus. He provided us with bikes so we could explore the local life which was wonderful since there were so few tourists! I 100% recommend his place to all travelers, it was an extraordinary experience! We hope to be back soon:)

Me and my friend were totally amazed by this small tranquil village. Minh' s place is next to a reserve where you can enjoy your walk along with the lake and time relaxing in nature. People here in this village are very friendly. We were even invited to have dinner with one local family. Minh and his family were also able to provide your meal if you ask advanced. It was not a tourist spot at all which means you are able to feel what the real local Vietnam's nature and culture is. And this place is also close to the centre of Ninh Binh if you still want to visit somewhere else. Minh would love to offer any help as you asked. He can help you arrange your time in Ninh Binh and also help you figure out the suitable transportation for your following journey in Vietnam. I would highly recommend Minh's house for anyone who want to enjoy the real nature in Ninh Binh.

We came to Minh at the end of an extremely long day, and he was a joy from the moment we met. He was happy to meet us at the local store to escort us to his beautiful property. We had injured ourselves very slightly during some trekking earlier that same day and talked about it with him as he showed us our room. While we were getting settled, Minh ran to the pharmacy and returned with a bag of first aid stuffs! He would not accept any momey for this. The room was beautiful. Clean, large, fully equiped. The wi-fi was fast. Breakfast in the morning was delicious. An amazing experience that I gladly would have paid much more for.

Our stay here was fantastic. We cruised around on bikes from the homestay and went for a two hour boat ride in van long national park. There, we got to see heaps of birds and some langur monkeys. Minh provided a yummy dinner that night and a hearty breakfast the next morning. Thank-you Minh for a wonderful stay!

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This is a great little home stay close to a very nice boat ride in Van Long to see some of the local nature that exists. If you have a motorbike and/or can rent a motorbike (Minh can assist) you can then do a number of day trips to surrounding areas such as Trang An and Cuc Phuong National Park, which are all within easy motorbike ride distance of Minh's Nature Home Stay.

Super séjour chez Minh, chambre confortable, spacieux, repas très agréable. Si vous voulez être loin des touristes c'est super ! Il y a des scooters à louer pour aller aux points de vue et des excursions touristiques (compté un bon demi heure).

Our stay with Minh was extremely special. Minh was super helpful with getting to his place -- we had some issues with our private taxi that didnt show up in Hanoi and Minh made excellent transportation arrangements. He also helped us plan our 2 days there. The village is very small and the interactions much more personal. Ask Minh to help you rent bicycles, so you can cycle around the village and also you MUST take a boat ride at the Van Long lake next to Minh's. It beats all the other boat tours because its much less hectic than the other ones. Of course Minh's home is spotlessly clean, so that's always a plus. I would suggest anyone to go stay here, because it was such a beautiful experience.

It was one of the best places that we were in Vietnam. Lai was nice and very helpful! His family is very nice also but they don't know English so most of the communication was with lai . The place was nice and clean with a very good ac that is a must in this area. The location is nice, pretty and quite but a little bit far for people who don't have a bike or a scooter.

Wish we could have stayed more than one night! Just beware the AirBnb direction may not be accurate and head to Tam Coc (small road south from there). Motorbike recommended over car. Lai made us a warm welcome, inviting us for a small chat about the region and what was to be seen. He will tell you more himself as there is a lot about it! Not to mention his smiling familly and his mother's sense of humour. He even invited us to watch how they were fishing in their fish farm part. The room was brand new, the bamboo/wood arbour by the river is charming, and the garden is great. (we were told feel free to gather the grapefruits) From what we tasted, lai is also a good cook, just ask him where is his restaurant

Lai was great. His English was good, and he always got back to us about anything we needed. He lives with his family on the premise, so he's either right there, or at his restaurant near by. There's a river in front of the dining area, and lots of fruit trees. You can rent a bicycle or a motorcycle. We rented a motorcycle for (PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN) a day. He brings you breakfast when you want, and you can have other meals on the premise as long as you let him know. He helped us with booking a cab to the airport, which made our lives a lot easier. Lai is all around a caring person to have around on a trip to Tam Coc.

Amazing stay. I highly recommend you stay at Lai's place. It was tucked away not too far from town and had the most GORGEOUS views. Lai was so sweet and helpful throughout our stay, and his family was adorable! Our stay in Tam Coc was our favorite part of our Vietnam trip because of this airbnb. Cannot recommend enough. Thanks Lai!

Lai is the perfect host. He is so helpful, so lovely with us. The room is clean and calm. This is the perfect homestay to discover authentic landscapes and nice people ! I definitly recommand this place to everyone.

Lai is the most amazing host you could ever dream of having, he is kind and accommodating and truly included us in his family and his friendship group. I would highly recommend staying with him if you get the chance, you will not regret it

Stayed at Mountainview Homestay for 3 nights, and we had a lovely stay. Jasmine is the best host anyone could ask for, and her whole family are so warm, welcoming and always smiling. They even prepared dinner for us late in the evening upon request. The room is ok for two people and it was clean. Location is also near by all the attractions in Bai Dinh, and the house lays among the beautiful landscapes in Ninh Binh. We truly could not be more satisfied. Jasmine helped us with everything, motorbike rental, what attractions to see and booked our bus to our next destination. We really felt at home in this place. Highly recommended!!

This homestay is very great, the whole family is enough for everything to be perfect ! The house is perfectly situated to visit the different famous place , and really quiet ! The food served by jasmine and her family is really too good , and you 'll have more than enough ! This homestay had an Excellent value (quality/price) ! The perfect place to enjoy the area ! Julie & Sébastien

English review (Évaluation en français plus bas) We stayed 3 nights and 4 days at Jasmine's place (Mountainview Homestay). It was for sure one of the best places where we stayed in our trip in Vietnam. This is a 5 stars Homestay with no doubt! The Homestay is outside of Ninh Binh city in the back country, directly in the middle of all the attractions that you would like to see: Trang An, Mua Cave, Bai Dinh Pagoda, Cuc Phuong National Park etc. Jasmine arranged for us our transport to her place in and out, she also reserved our bus tickets to Sa Pa, she gave us all the needed information to travel around. The breakfast included and the other meals available on order were absolutely delicious for a fair amount. We ate like kings there! Jasmine and her family gave us a warm welcoming and were very concerned about our well being at their place! (French) Nous sommes restés 3 nuits et 4 jours au Homestay de Jasmine. C'est un des meilleurs endroits où nous avons habité durant notre séjour au Vietnam. C'est sans aucun doute un Homestay 5 étoiles! Le Homestay est situé dans la campagne au millieu des principaux endroits à visiter: Trang An, Mua Cave, Bai Dinh Pagoda, Parc National de Cuc Phuong etc. Jasmine a arrangé notre transport aller-retour au Homestay, elle a aussi réservé nos billets d'autobus pour Sa Pa, elle nous a donné toutes les informations nécessaires pour voyager aux alentours. Les déjeuners inclus et les autres repas disponibles sur commande étaient vraiment délicieux et à prix raisonnable. Nous avons mangés comme des rois! Jasmine et sa famille nous ont donné un accueil chaleureux et ont tout fait pour s'assurer que nous ne manquions de rien au Mountainview Homestay!

Our 3 night stay here was really brilliant (only meant to be 2 but we extended!) Jasmine is the best host we've ever had, nothing is too much to ask, she is so helpful with advising on trips to do, transport to and from her place, renting bikes and sharing stories. We ate breakfasts and dinners at her homestay and the food was amazing, varied, traditional, fresh, plentiful and vegan especially for us (as requested). We could never eat it all! The location is perfectly quiet in a local little village off the beaten track and within easy reach of all the lovely areas to explore. Highly recommend staying with Jasmine and her friendly family, you'll feel right at home but immersed in Vietnamese culture at the same time.

Jasmine was a lovely host. Her and her family were very welcoming. They let us check in early to another room until our room was ready. However we ended up staying in that room, which was an upgrade from our booking. The room was clean with a private bathroom, bathroom amenities, balcony with lovely mountain views, and a very warm comfortable bed. The wifi worked well in the room. Breakfast was delicious and was included. There are 4 different options to choose from. She also offered lunch and dinner at $5 a person. Great price for the amount of delicious food given. We had a wonderful stay at Jasmine's and would recommend for your stay in the Ninh Binh area.

Free upgrade to a bungalow, great bed and shower, even better homemade food. We really enjoyed our stay! Renting a bicycle or motorbike is necessary though if you want to go places.

Amazing!!! The room is clean, the bed is confortable and, most of all, the host is incredible! Jasmine speaks a great english and she will make anything to make you feel great! It was my birthday and she organized me a surprise party with her family hahahah! Even if the house is quite far from Ninh Binh, it's really close to many popular attractions such as Cuc Phuong National Park (beautiful) and the Bai Dinh Pagoda. We ate with them on the first night and their food was ridiculously good! We recommend this place so much! Alexis and Anne-Audrey (Québec, Canada)

We loved our stay at Jasmine's place. From the minute we arrived until the minute we left Jasmine was the perfect host! Always so helpful and friendly. Jasmine's family were also very welcoming, helpful and friendly during our stay. Breakfast was great everyday and we also had dinner both nights which was so delicious and only $5 per person! We was able to rent a motorbike from the homestay and travel to the MUA Caves which was fun and had so many beautiful views. Highly recommend Jasmine's place, great value for money and such a lovely family to spend time around.

we have really enjoyed our stay here. john and his family are wonderfull people who, despite the language barrier sometimes, do everything they can to make your stay as comfortable as possible. the rooms are big and very clean, the included breakfast and optional dinner are homemade, fresh, very tasty and something different every day what makes the stay here even more pleasant. the area is quiet and close to ninh binh on the one side and non touristic and beautifull nature on the other which can be easily explored with the pushbikes and scooters they have for rent. we had a very good time here and would recommend this place to everybody who wants to get away from the busy citylife whilst still being close enough to everything you need. we would stay here again without any question. thank you john and family for making us feel so welcome

John's place offers serenity and it is close to vanlong reserve. A great place to stay if you are there to relax. He offers homemade lunch/dinner at an affordable price of 100k Vietdong/person which is definitely worth the value because of the variety and generosity. Despite not knowing English, John's family gives the greatest hospitality! Ride to famous places like TamCoc/TrangAn takes around half an hour. I find Vanlong boat ride comparable and so much cheaper than those two rides. :)

We absolutly confirm the great reviews we have seen here previously. We loved to stay at John's Family Homestay! The room was great, the food delicious and the whole family very very kind and helpfull! The place is a bit far from the Tam Coc sightseeings but easy to get there by motorbike or taxi. The surroundings of Gia Van are very nice, just next to the wonderful Van Long reserve. A very relaxing place to stay and to enjoy rural Vietnam!

This has been the best stay in Vietnam for us so far!! Everything was perfect at this homestay: the room looks exactly like on the picture, the bed is huge and very comfortable. There is air condition in the room, fresh towels, etc. The bathroom is clean and there is a big shower inside! At the homestay you can rent a scooter or bikes (both for little extra costs). It is only five minutes to the Vanlong nature reserve, don't miss this! It's incredible! We took an2 hour boat ride through the "dry halong bay" and we were almost alone! It is more crowded at the Tra Nang Caves, so if you look for sth "off the beaten track", you are right at Vanlong. The best part of our stay was definitely the food John's family cooked! The whole family is lovely, you will lile them! Only John speaks English, but with "(SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) translate" it is no problem to communicate with the family! They also washed our clothes for a little extra cost. The next time we come back to Ninh Binh we will definitely go there again!

Looking at all the other positive reviews of John's place I see that I can only repeat what others have said. This family is so nice, so pleasant to stay with. John and his family bend over backwards to help you with whatever you need. They are excellent cooks, have a beautiful cabins, and live in a nice village that has pretty much everything you need. Highly, highly recommended. When I go back to Vietnam I will make an effort to go stay here again because it is such a great memory.

John's place is lovely and comfortable. Air con, comfy bed. It's quite remote so I would recommend hiring the motorbike they provide ((PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN)). John gave us information on how to get to his house from the bus station in Ninh Binh but there was a language barrier and a lot of confusion so I would recommend wearing the cost of a taxi for convenience (250.000) or getting John to pick you up for (200.000). Bus was 20.000 but took us a lot of hassle and about 2 hours to actually get there!! Breakfast is included and is yummy but if you have dietary requirements you need to be super clear because I had a bit of trouble communicating my needs (gluten free and vegetarian) because of the language barrier. However John really wants you to be happy and works very hard to make your stay comfortable!

John's home is very beautiful clean and friendly. The home is located in a small town next to a beautiful lagoon. The room is big and clean. His parents cooked us dinner and breakfast which was amazing!! However we did not know that we had to pay for the dinner until the end of our stay. It is a good price we just wish we were told before saying yes .. but ofcourse if you stay here you must try their homemade dinner! Thank you for having us.

Book room right now;) really! this place is amazing...we really felt welcommed. Everyone is so kind a helpful and food? Just don't hesitate and have a dinner - one, two, three...

We had the best time at Khoa's place. Excellent location with beautiful serene surroundings, friendly locals, and a warm lovely family taking care of our needs. The room was clean and spacious, and the air conditioning was a life-saver. Eating places were scarce around the area but we never went hungry with the generous homecooked meals prepared by the family. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to be back. Thanks Khoa and family!

Greenland homestay is much much better than expected. - The location is good, near Trang An boat stop and Bai Dinh pagoda. - Home-cooked food here is a must-try. - There's a small and lovely garden that you can have breakfast, tea, coffee and enjoy the scene. - The room is clean and large. Bath room is large as well. - The host is so friendly and useful.

Wir hatten eine sehr schöne Zeit verbracht, es war sehr ruhig und erholsam. Es gibt viele Möglichkeiten in die Berge zu gelangen, per Boot, Fahrrad, Scooter oder zur Füß. Die 200 Jahre alte Architektur fügt sich hervorragend in die Umgebung ein. Eine Oase.

Awesome scenery! Super close to the boat tours/town, but very quiet. Great hosts, who can tell you what to do and offer ways to do it!

Great atmosphere!

Superbe endroit, avec des demeures typiques avec les pains de sucre en toile de fond. On se croirait revenu quelques siècles en arrière! Excellent accueil, une grande disponibilité! Le départ des barques de Tam Coc à 2 minutes à pied, et celles de Tran And à 10km (vélo très bien, très facile). Notre hôte loue des vélos mais il est peut-être comparer les prix avec le loueur près de l'embarcadère (voire le matériel) car 70 000 dongs me parait cher par rapport à un scoot(PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN)d). Nous avons trouvé le service linge extrêmement cher: 60 000 dongs le kilo pour du linge à peine plié. A part ces petites questions, un excellent moment passé à Tam Coc! Nous recommandons vivement. (allez manger dans le petit resto l'Orchid, de l'autre côté de l'embarcadère: excellent accueil et cuisine efficace.)

We had a great time at Nguyet Minh's place. The location of the rooms is perfect. The rooms are very spacious and clean. Nguyet Minh is a very friendly and communicative host. Would definitely recommend it!

Beatific traditional Vietnamese village which is situated excellently by Tam Coc. They sorted motorbike hire for us and we were able to drive around the Ninh Binh area and see all the amazing attractions. We were also able to go on the tam coc boat tour when it was really quiet because it is just round the corner, so we went before tourist buses arrived. Hosts were really friendly and nice and served us a lovely breakfast everyday, too!

It is a wonderful place to stay and to see. It is like a museum of old beautiful Vietnamese houses and it's direct in the wonderful village were you can visit the rivers and mountains of Vietnam. Must do! Also Minh speaks very good English and could give us very fabulous advices. Thank you again .)

Un endroit idyllique au cœur de l'Halong terrestre, je ne peux que recommander,le cadre est extraordinaire,ancien village entouré de pains de sucre, les personnes y travaillant sont très sympathiques et arrangeantes, une expérience inoubliable!

A very inspiring place run by inspiring ladies ! Ms Vinh and Ms Thuan were impeccable hosts : we really appreciated the homey feeling, the delicious food and the fun bicycle ride ! Thank you !

This was a wonderful experience. Although it was in a remote location, Cuc provided so much help getting transport to and from the homestay- including navigating 2 public buses to Ninh Bihn. Mai Chau is a fantastic place, peaceful during the day and a surprise bonfire party at night!! The food here was the best of my month-long trip in Vietnam. Cuc served a feast! Highly recommend without reservations.

We had a great time at the traditional stilt house. Vinh is a really great host. She was really helpful and kind. Breakfast was also nice.

Cuc and Vinh were unbelievably helpful and friendly, we could not have asked for anything better! The accommodation was lovely and location was good - just a couple of minutes walk to other villages. Cuc and Vinh are very helpful with everything you need, even booking kayak tours and drawing maps so that you can explore the area. Couldn't recommend more highly!

Great host & great place. Highly recommended. Cuc was lovely and her family was very kind. They prepared dinner for us and let us use the dining room until very late. The area is gorgeous.

A fun experience for a night. We were kindly included in a large Tet party and had a lot of fun. The hosts are lovely and speak good English. They even helped to drive us to the hospital and translate when one of our friends son was in a motorbike accident. It's an easy walk to the nearby village and the coffee in the morning was great. It isn't the 'entire place' as advertised though so expect shared bathrooms, showers and to only be in a room within the house complex. Also it is a very noisy area so if you are a light sleeper or your kids struggle it could be difficult. No mosquito nets either and it was an open dorm. Fun for a night and a different experience but I wouldn't recommend it for longer than that.

I am there only to find that the host is not there. While we still try to look into the private room, we find that the room is not well ventilated and since it is on the ground floor, more lighting would be appreciated.

We enjoyed Mai Chau very much in our night and two days there, however had some issues with the listing. We had booked to stay in the stilt house months before, and had exchanged messages the night before arriving about when we would arrive etc, but upon arriving apparently we weren't expected and were told we'd be staying in a separate double room. Although this wasn't too bad we had wanted the authentic experience in the communal room. Otherwise the breakfast was good, location good and the family were all very nice and they had a nice dog, and we would definitely recommend spending a night or two in Mai Chau.

We were pleasantly welcomed at the homestay by the host. She was very responsive to my questions via e-mail beforehand, and also helped us plan our stay, and get a bus back to Hanoi. We enjoyed a great day-hike with a guide she arranged for us. The negative things I could say are not due to the quality of the place, but more because of the season we went, and the development of the region. I won't say much on this except it is HOT at night in the summer (it is bearable with the fan in the room), and power outages are still normal... The location is a bit secluded, but some might like this. It should be noted that this location is in Ban Lac TWO, which is about a 5-10 minute walk down the road from Ban Lac ONE which is the main village with all the souvenirs shops. I normally like the seclusion, but the night we were there was a Saturday night when there was a pretty raucous party of Vietnamese students in the field next door that went pretty late (but if the party scene is where you belong, you might enjoy that!). Overall, it was a good experience, good value. Oh and the handicraft shop that is connected to the homestay is worth a stop. It employs disabled women and sells beautiful handmade crafts. Support if you can!

Staying here is what you really want to have genuine experience from Mai Chau. Homestay is located in Lac 2 Village which is a bit difficult to find at first, it is located behind Lac 1 just about 1 km from the main town, bit secluded but definitely worth it. You will feel like part of the local family, you can enjoy delicious lunch and dinner with them and Thuan is just the right person to organise any kind of tour your heart desires to explore this gorgeous place.

Nice place, but a little bit far from the center of the village if you don't want to use any vehicle .

Our stay was generally very positive, but we do want to make a few notes. Firstly, it was difficult to find because the location on the map is incorrect. However, Vinh was very helpful and came and picked us up when we really could not get to the right place. Second, because it was a national holiday Vinh explained to us that it would be a little noisier than usual. That was a huge understatement though. In reality a group of Vietnamese students threw a party on the property (directly outside our room) and absolutely *blasted* music through 5-feet-tall speakers until 11 PM. That kind of noise should never be allowed at a place people pay to sleep at. Being sick and exhausted from a long day of travel, I definitely did not appreciate that. However, the room is lovely, the location is great (a little outside the super touristy part which is nice), and Vinh is extremely friendly and caring. Ask about her work to help disabled women in neighboring villages! The timing was unfortunate for us, but all in all we believe this is a nice place to stay.

Vinh was a very sweet host. I felt welcomed and a part of the family atmosphere right away. She was very knowledgeable and helped me to do exactly what I was hoping to do: photography. She directed me to some sites. The room was cozy. She also took time to tell me about the history of her homestay and the story of the weavers across the street. Highly recommend staying here!

One of the best hosts ever. She is so nice, treats us like family. We joined in 2 private tours of her to Pu Luong and Ba Khan, they was super amazing, really different from other tours in town. The room was clean, just a little bit hot during day time. She let us check in late when no one book the room that day. She took care of me and cook porridge when I was sick in Mai Chau. I dont think any place in Mai Chau can give you the feeling like home, like real family like her place. The other staffs are super helpful and friendly. Outstanding service. Highly recommend staying with Thuan and join in her tours.

Scott war unglaublich bemüht uns die beste Zeit unsere Lebens zu ermöglichen. Er kümmert sich um Alles - von Bustickets bis zu Trekkingtouren durch ein paar abseits gelegende Minderheitendörfer. Einfach großartig! Jeden Abend hat seine Frau für uns und die anderen Gäste ein tolles Essen gekocht. Sobald man nur 2min auf der Terasse sitzt wird einem direkt ein Kaffee oder Tee angeboten, es gibt einen Kühlschrank mit Bier/Cola/Wasser - top! Wenn wir nochmal in der Gegend sind würden wir definitiv wieder zu Scott!

Scott and his family are friendly and caring hosts, they go out of their way to makes you feel at home. I highly recommend staying here to experience local countryside living and to enjoy the beautiful surrounding nature. It's truly is a magical place. I stayed for four nights and could easily stay longer! There's enough nearby activities to keep you busy, Scott's private off the beaten path tour was definitely the highlight of my stay. His wife is an amazing chef! His network of travel agencies and transportation are trusty worthy, not only will you be in good hands, it's safe to say that your money will go straight to the local people. This has been my favorite homestay so far, you won't regret your stay.

Scott and his family were warm and welcoming and gave us fantastic advice for our time in Ninh Binh, and aided us in booking a tour for the days after. Their home was beautiful, spacious, and very comfortable, and they even cooked us delicious breakfasts. We would love to stay with them again!

My trip to Ninh Binh at Scott's homestay was absolutely amazing. Starting from his driver who picked me up in Hanoi and offered a drink and pastries while we had to wait for another couple to the free upgrade to a room with bathroom inside (even though they were building a new unit and therefore it was a bit noisy but only till 5pm, you will not be home anyway exploring the beautiful nature around Ninh Binh), the delicious food (also vegetarian friendly), free bike, scooter rental and tips for exploring the area, everything was just beyond my expectations. I definitely recommend staying at Scott's homestay!

Scott and his wife are the warmest, most thoughtful, most accommodating and nicest hosts ever! First, Scott contacted me in advance to make sure I get the right and most convenient transportation from Ha Noi to the doorsteps of his place. His wife welcomed me in with local fruits and tea, and instantaneously, I felt as if I have arrived at my big brother and sister's place in the countryside. Scott, having worked in tourism for years, took care of my visit schedule to make sure I get to see and experience the nicest and least touristy place in the region. Scott has a good taste for appreciating nature's beauty, so you know you can trust him for the visiting plan. The places he took me to made me feel completely exclusive (no other tourists and boats around to disturb). Scott's wife made delicious meals at home for a very very good price. The day I arrived at their place was my 30th birthday - Scott and Hang were the nicest people on earth to get me a birthday cake and celebrate this special day with me. The setting of their home makes it very friendly and convenient for both interacting with other guests or hanging out just by yourself. And of course, Ninh Binh is the reagion you have to visit before death! I'd definitely recommend Scott's place for my friends. Thumbs up, Scott!

Scott and his family were great! The homestay was lovely and nested back in a green little neighborhood that's best navigated by bike or scooter. He had both available to us, showed us around, and took us on a really cool tour of Ninh Binh's caves, rice fields, and hillsides. His wife is a fantastic cook and the kids are super cute, I suggest having dinner there at least one night :)

Absolutely beautiful house in a lovely secluded area. Scott and his family are very welcoming and his wife makes a fantastic dinner! You will need a scooter or a driver to get about, however Scott provides both of these things and more. He is extremely helpful with organising day trips etc. Thanks very much!

Scott is a great host. Easy to communicate with and does everything for their guests to feel at home. The room is big and clean and the Breakfast is great. Do not be put off by the location. It is great for exploring the surroundings of Ninh Binh with a motorbike. Boat rides, hikes, city or the Cúc Phương National park all easily accessible.

We really enjoyed our time in chezbeo valley. The place is atypical, relaxing and quiet. You awake the morning with the birds, the frog, the ducks... Like a little Eden. We really appreciate the authenticity of the place, very simple, and pretty beautiful. Not so far, you have Tam Coc, where you can be going shopping (soap, water etc). In the area, you have so many beautiful places to visit (caves, walk boat, etc). There are not enough bicycles for all roomers, so you have to awake very early if you wanna enjoy it. The staff, welcoming and helpful, can call a taxi for you (to tam coc it costs 50000 VND). Be careful with the local taxi : they improve twice the normal price and they refused to go until the home stay, that's mean you must walk 2 kilometers to go home... Green taxi are serious and good reference ; the staff works with them. To conclude, it's a nice place to stay if you wanna be "lost" in the amazing countryside of ninh binh province ; recommended! :)

It was SO AMAZING staying at Chezbeo. My boyfriend and I arrived early and we ended up checking into a larger bungalow. There are 11 different options all up. Just FYI the pictures on this listing are a mix of all the different bungalows offered - not just the honeymoon room. They are all beautiful though and have different fantastic views. It's absolutely serene here and the staff are so helpful and sweet. Free bikes for rent makes it easy to explore the surrounding rice fields and to cycle into Tam Coc. There's also a fantastic mountain trek you can do by yourself which is difficult but the view is incredible!! The only issue for us was that there were lots of mosquitos and both our mosquito nets were broken, wouldn't tie up properly and had holes in them. No worries as we had repellent and a mosquito coil but I think this needs to be fixed :)

My friends and I really enjoyed our stay here. It is the perfect getaway if you are looking for something quiet, comfortable, and close to nature. The food in the restaurant was also really great! We will definitely be staying again!!

Cadre à couper le souffle, au milieu des pains de sucre et des étangs recouverts de nénuphars. Petits bungalows ouverts plutôt charmants. Notre bungalow était toutefois moins bien que celui de la photographie (pas de balcon avec hamacs notamment) sans toutefois obtenir de discount. Le personnel parle mal l'anglais, ce qui complique un peu Les échanges. La location d'un scooter est nécessaire pour pouvoir explorer Les environs depuis ce lieu. En somme: Le cadre, Le cadre, Le cadre, mais pas forcément plus.

Unbeatable location. Surroundings like we've never had before. Basic setup in the hut, but all we needed. Poor communication but eventually all issues were ironed out. Good WIFI. Definitely a special place to remember. Perfect spot to hire a bike for a few days and explore the magnificent village of Tam Coc.

Chezbeo/Hoan….what can i say…this was the best airbnb experience we have ever had. Hoan is a master of organization….he guided us from Hanoi to Chezbeo….constantly on the phone with us….he told us where to get a private luxury bus from Hanoi to Ninh Binh…he even called us to give us the number plate of the bus that we should take….Once we arrived in Ninh Binh….we were met by a smiling driver..who took our luggage..and beckoned us to get into the car…we did…and he drove us to the drop off point on the main road…without a word being spoken…then a taxi arrived…gestured us to get in..and drove us to the home stay…all this arranged by Hoan…and then Chezbeo itself…well this is (URL HIDDEN) the most beautiful surroundings…the cabins are situated in the grotto between two mountains…with a river running past them…..if you like being in nature..then this is for you….amazingly beautiful….the cabins are basic but have all that is needed including wifi…..there is a restaurant on the premises…so you don't have to go to Tam Coc to eat….the staff are friendly and willing to help with anything you might need…..this is an excellent location to explore Tam Coc..and Trang An…both beautiful boat rides themselves….I cannot complement Hoan enough for the attention that he gave to every detail during this trip…if you need a break from the chaos of Hanoi…then don't think twice…this is it…highly highly recommended …and on a personal note…Thank you to Hoan…for taking such excellent care of us…hope to see you again one day…!!!

It is a lovely place to stay, situated deep within the valley its a beautiful walk into the karsts that surround it. It was great. We rented scooters from a nearby homestay and it was the right choice. Rent scooters from somewhere and stay here!

The bungalows are completely wonderful. Well equipped but very nice rustic feel and beautiful view from the hammocks. And a very nice path walking in a valley between shear mountain walls and a river. Much beauty and wildlife. The common space is also very nice and they will cook you any food they have. The Area is beautiful and full of activity. I recommend highly. Bungalow 10 and 11 are best since they are at the end of the path so have no foot traffic.

Hoàng is an excellent host. Lots of suggestions on what to do during your stay. She organized renting a motorbike, a taxi to take us to the national park and also cooked us a delious meal. All very reasonably priced. The room was nicely decorated and very spacious. I highly recommend Chill House

Our stay was a warm and cozy one. Room was very clean and decorated nicely. The neighborhood was safe and friendly. The host was super nice and she helped us with finding good local restaurants and affordable ways of transportation. Highly recommend!