Nearby the center of  Bac Ha Market, Sao Mai hotel is a popular place to stay. There are several interesting markets around Bac Ha where plenty of H'mong minority come and exchange agricultural products. With two big, brown wooden houses and a concrete building, the hotel offers 30 rooms with a range of accommodation. The rooms are clean and pleasant.

There is a cozy restaurant/bar with outdoor seating under plum trees. All the meals can be served at budget prices of US$2/pack up