Lao Cai

Lao Cai is the the place where travellers cross into China on their way to or from Kunming. Like Lang Son, Lao Cai was invaded by the Chinese in 1979 and the border was closed until 1993. On the opposite side of the river from Lao Cai is the Chinese town of Hekou.

Getting There

The best way to get to Lao Cai from Hanoi is by train which run twice daily. You can also make the 340km journay by bus but the train is far more comfortable.

Hotels in Lao Cai

Below is a list of hotels in Lao Cai sorted by price range (highest first). If you wish to telephone a hotel the area code for Lao Cai is 020 (+8420 from outside Vietnam).

• Duyen Hai Hotel
  Price Range: Up to $25 per night
  Lao Cai (Tel: 822086, Fax: 820172)
• Hanoi Hotel
  Price Range: Up to $25 per night
  Lao Cai (Tel: 832486, Fax: 832488)
• Hong Ha Hotel
  Price Range: Up to $25 per night
  Lao Cai (Tel: 830007)
• Vat Tu Hotel
  Price Range: Up to $25 per night
  Lao Cai (Tel: 831540)
• Song Hong Guesthouse
  Price Range: Up to $25 per night
  Lao Cai (Tel: 830004)
• Binh Minh Hotel
  Price Range: Up to $25 per night
  Lao Cai (Tel: 830085)