Tourists taking photos at Y Ty Discovery Homestay
Y Ty is currently in its most beautiful season, with vast and breathtaking rice terraces. From the homestay, you can ride a motorbike to famous check-in spots in Y Ty.
The ‘water pouring’ season is like a beautiful ancient painting.
Phu Suy Tho (born in 1989, a Ha Nhi ethnic minority in Y Ty, Bat Xat district, Lao Cai province) shared that he built this homestay in 2017 and it has been operating since late 2018.
“Back then, I started this homestay business to preserve and promote the cultural identity of the Ha Nhi ethnic group in Y Ty. At the same time, I wanted to create job opportunities for myself, generate income for my family, and contribute to the development of tourism associated with ethnic culture for the local community, encouraging them to shift to tourism-related occupations for economic growth.”
The homestay in its early days during a freezing winter, looking like a painting.
Located at an altitude of 2,000 meters above sea level, Y Ty experiences temperatures below 0 degrees Celsius some years, with ice forming on rooftops and tree branches, making the homestay resemble a scene from Europe.
Starting as a small homestay with funding from a local bank’s poverty reduction program, Phu Suy Tho’s Y Ty Discovery Homestay has expanded over the past six years and become a favored destination for travelers visiting Y Ty.
Well-appointed rooms with reasonable rates offer a comfortable stay in Y Ty.
The interior is not overly ornate, yet the variety of rustic chairs creates a captivating ambiance.
The most significant difference and the biggest attraction for guests is that the homestay is constructed identically to the traditional Ha Nhi stilt houses, featuring a modest yet beautiful architectural style. “I built the homestay to resemble the ancient houses of our village. The walls are made of earth but are 50cm thick, providing warmth in winter and coolness in summer. The thatched roof preserves the primitive beauty,” shared Suy Tho.
Initially, Y Ty Discovery Homestay was just a large room rebuilt from the owner’s parents’ house. Now, it has transformed into a romantic complex offering various accommodation options:
A private bungalow for two people costs only VND 500,000, equipped with a hot and cold water system, a clean bathroom, a heater for cold days, a hairdryer, and an electric kettle.
A four-person bungalow costs VND 850,000 and offers the same amenities as the two-person option.
The bungalows as seen from the outside.
A glimpse inside the bungalows.
A private room with hot and cold water, a heating pad, accommodating two people, is priced at only VND 400,000. There is also a large private room with complete furnishings, accommodating up to six people on mattresses, for VND 800,000. Community floors are available for VND 120,000, with two floors that can accommodate groups of 7-10 or 15-20 people. As a considerate host, Phu Suy Tho ensures that all rooms, regardless of category, are clean, tidy, and well-organized.
The common area is clean and spacious, perfect for larger groups.
Suy Tho has a deep love for nature, and this is reflected in the homestay’s decor. For instance, in the bright and spotless bathroom, you’ll find a dry tree branch used to hang the toilet paper roll. The chairs, both inside and outside, are made of wood or tree branches of various sizes. Even the window decorations are made from dry branches.
Beyond the trees lies the breathtaking rice terrace landscape.
Guests can also indulge in delicious meals during their stay, including chicken, fish, or duck hot pot, or order individual dishes, ranging from simple dishes like fried eggs and meat to local specialties like traditional sour chili pork or beef with angelica leaves. If you desire, you can even request locally raised ‘piglet armpit’ pork in advance.
Engage in friendly conversations with the local Ha Nhi women at the homestay.
The meals are prepared with a distinct Ha Nhi flavor. Chicken dishes are particularly favored by guests.
One of the most intriguing aspects of staying here is the opportunity to experience the lifestyle of the Ha Nhi people, transforming your trip into more than just admiring Y Ty’s majestic natural scenery but also immersing yourself in the local culture.
The homestay owner will gladly guide you to visit the local villagers’ homes. Everyone is friendly and welcoming.
Admire or purchase beautiful embroidered items.
The homestay also serves as an excellent base for those wishing to conquer Lao Than peak, the rooftop of Y Ty, standing at 2,860 meters above sea level.
Begin your ascent of Lao Than peak right from the homestay.
The trekking route to Lao Than peak is as beautiful as other famous routes in the Northwest, so if you have the energy, you can explore it before or after your Y Ty excursion.
Today, many homestays and hotels in highland areas have adopted modern designs, but Phu Suy Tho remains steadfast in his commitment to the traditional stilt house style. Beyond economic considerations, his primary motivation is to promote the unique culture of his homeland, even though each small house requires significant time and effort to construct, and after completion, one must wait six months for the walls to dry before it can be occupied.
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