Bang Giang Hotel
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1 Kim Dong, Cao Bang. Tel: 026 385 3431
A large, government-run hotel popular with tour groups. Rooms are super-sized, with big windows and some even have views. They also take credit cards, which might not be expected here. Room rates are around VND400,000.
Hoang Nguyen Hotel
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84 Pho Tran Dang Ninh, Lang Son, Tel: 025 387 0349
This place offers basic accommodation at a good price. Don’t expect too much, but as an en route stop-over, Hoang Nguyen will definitely do.
Hoang Son Hai
57D Thanh Tam, Lang Son. Tel: 025 371 0479
Although it may be a bit hard to communicate with the staff if you’re Vietnamese isn’t up to snuff, they are eager to help. The rooms are exceptionally nice for the area.
Huy Hoan Hotel
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14 Nguyen Trai, Ha Giang, Tel: 0219 386 1288
The large, comfortable sleeping quarters here may come as a surprise in these parts. But these are the things that have made Huy Hoan so popular. Several tour groups use the place as a stopover, and the staff is adept at fulfilling their needs.
Sao Mai Hotel
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Nguyen Trai, Ha Giang. Tel: 0219 386 3019
One of the first guesthouses you see as you arrive in town, location has made this guesthouse a popular stop off point. The sleeping accommodations are clean and comfortable, enough to enjoy a good night’s sleep and shower.
Thanh Loan Hotel
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V159 Vuon Cam, Cao Bang, Tel: 026 385 7026
Thanh Loan is a smaller hotel with more attention paid to the details. Still, expect basic accommodation, but, all said, a good bargain.
Thai Nguyen Hotel
2 Hoang Van Thu, Thai Nguyen, Tel: 0280 385 2803
Your standard two-star establishment, Thai Nguyen is one of the best (and one of the only) choices in the vicinity. It’s quite a large hotel considering its location, so booking shouldn’t be a problem.
