Tucked deep inside the Pu Luong Nature Reserve, Pu Luong Retreat makes for an awesome getaway from today’s hustling and bustling life. It’s set amidst vigorous greenery and terraced rice fields, hereby offering one of its kind in luxury and rustic charm. We will take you through everything you should know about staying at Pu Luong Retreat in this article. We will tackle the location, and the how of getting there, delve deep into the area’s history and culture, and highlight what makes this retreat in every way unique.
Pu Luong Retreat is located in Ban Don, Thanh Lam commune, Ba Thuoc district, Thanh Hoa province, around around 170 km from Hanoi. The time needed to reach the place is 4 to 5 hours, driving through fertile valleys, traditional villages, and lush jungle forests. Public transport, buses, and private transfer services are on offer for those who do not want to drive.
Pu Luong means “huge mountain" in Thai, and it is home to more ethnic minority groups—the Thai and Muong people, who have fairly been maintaining their traditional ways of life—centuries-old terraced rice fields that bear witness to local people’s cleverness and hard-working characteristics in ripening the rice paddies for production.
Pu Luong Retreat is a place where luxury harmonizes with authenticity. Accommodation is also provided in bungalows and traditional stilt houses, designed in compliance with sustainability directives. Other facilities are an infinity pool set with views of the landscape around, local cuisine prepared with fresh ingredients, light trekking, and bamboo rafting, among a bevy of other activities. Outstanding in immersion, Pu Luong.
It is 170 km from Hanoi to Pu Luong Retreat and can be very easily accessed through a drive, a bus, or a shuttle service in just 4-5 hours. There are various bus companies operating their routes from Hanoi; thus, travailing is comforting and hassle-free. Besides, a very convenient shuttle service is offered by the retreat itself, with pick-up points in Hanoi.
A lot of direct buses go to Pu Luong, such as Hoang Phuong. The most luxurious form of direct transportation is with Sani Express Limousine. Retreat shuttle services have pickup points all across Hanoi, ensuring smooth and direct service.
The deluxe new wing features a spectacular infinity pool surrounded by lush landscapes. Rooms are large, 42 square meters, with a touch of modernity while still retaining the rustic charm. Each room includes:
Amenities include:
Price Range: $100 – $150 per night depending on the season.
Booking Tip: Book at least a month in advance during peak seasons to secure the best rates and availability.
Deluxe Old Wing rooms are an ideal blend of classic décor and contemporary fittings for those in pursuit of the best of both worlds. 42 square meters in space, these room features include:
Amenities include:
Price Range: $90 – $140 per night.
Booking Tip: Opt for mid-week stays for lower rates and fewer crowds.
Valley View Suite Bungalow—the pride of Pu Luong Retreat—provides luxury in a spacious 50 square meters with:
Special features include:
Price Range: $200 – $250 per night.
Booking Tip: These bungalows are in high demand, so early booking is essential.
For those who enjoy a more communal experience, the Shared Comfy Stilt House offers an authentic stay in a traditional house. This option is perfect for groups or solo travelers looking to meet new people. Features include:
Price Range: $30 – $50 per person per night.
Booking Tip: Great for budget travelers and those looking to make new friends during their staying at Pu Luong Retreat.
Staying at Pu Luong Retreat, there shall never be a lack of activities to keep you entertained, from engaging with the surroundings built by nature itself. Here’s what you can look forward to:
At Pu Luong Retreat, dining is something that one enjoys. Cozy House Restaurant on-site offers a delicious selection of dishes that represent the finer Vietnamese and international cuisine. Styled in rustic elegance with wooden furnishings and large windows that give one a view of the countryside, this restaurant spells class.
Guests can take their meal either indoors in our dining area or outdoors on a terrace, where guests will be able to dine under the stars, accompanied by all kinds of sounds of nature. At Cozy House, one can have hearty breakfasts, leisurely lunches, or romantic dinners.
One of the major highlights of dining at Pu Luong Retreat would have to be trying the local food. The chefs at this retreat take great pride in creating dishes using fresh and organically grown produce, which showcase regional flavors wonderfully. So next, try some of the following signature dishes:
These dishes are not only good feasts for the palate but have so much to say about the cooking culture in Pu Luong.
There are several special options for dining available at Pu Luong Retreat for those willing to indulge in an extra special experience:
Stay at the Pu Luong Retreat and you are well-placed to see some of the area’s most spectacular attractions. Let’s dive into the must-see spots and exciting day trips that await!
Staying at Pu Luong Retreat offers guests a life balanced between luxury, nature, and immersion in the local culture. It has a comfortable place to stay, followed by local delicious foods, engaging activities, and places of interest around that make it truly an ideal destination for one to enjoy. Don’t forget to regularly follow our Impress Travel for more interesting information about traveling Pu Luong to and to book Pu Luong Tours at the best prices.
AM: You enter Pu Luong Nature Reserve by road via a breathtaking mountain pass giving you a panoramic view of the whole valley. You arrive at your accommodation in time for a delicious lunch, followed by free time to explore the beautiful retreat, with its captivating panoramic views and tranquil setting.
PM: You will be transferred to a suspension bridge over the Cham River, where you begin your walk in search of stunning water wheels. Get up close to each wheel and discover how water is moved from river to handmade bamboo aqueducts via simple constructions of all sizes.
Arriving at a local fisherman’s house, you have a short rest to gear up for the bamboo river rafting . Float along the calm river and enjoy the views, in between learning how to paddle and steer your handcrafted rafts.
Arriving at scenic Tan Lap bridge, you disembark to be transferred back to Pu Luong Natura for dinner.
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AM: Start early to descend into the beautiful valley facing the Natura where you walk around tumbling rice terraces. Trek through small paths shrouded in vegetation to slowly reveal a picturesque village sitting at the base of a towering mountain. Your camera will not be able to sit still!
Continuing to the base of the valley, you weave between roads and farmland, villages and wild fields, ponds and rivers, mountains and open land. Savor the ever-changing scenery as you trek to a beautiful spot to enjoy a simple picnic lunch.
PM: After enjoying delicious food, you have free time to explore the refreshing water to the nearby river, before moving to our pick up point to be transferred back to the resort.
AM: You have the chance to get close to village life and interact with locals living in the hills above the resort. Glimpse at daily life, walk around working farmland and rice fields, and learn about making weaving colourful textiles, followed by lunch at the Lodge.
PM: Check out the Lodge. See you next time!
Pu Luong is a natural reservation in the northern land of Vietnam. It is 160 km away from Hanoi and is a 4-hour drive north-west of Hanoi. Pu Luong Reserve is located in Quan Hoa & Bac Thuoc District, Thanh Hoa Province and shares a border with Hoa Binh Province in Tan Lac, Mai Chau, and Lac Son districts, and is divided by a central valley, which contains several human settlements and a large area of agricultural land, therefore, it is not included within the nature reserve. Pù Luông is endowed with great biodiversity, its flora and fauna are closely associated with the Cúc Phương National Park 25 km south-east. Impress Travel offers travelers a tour to explore Pu Luong combined with a Mai Chau trekking tour. It is a trekking tour from Mai Chau to Pu Luong, then an overnight stay at Pu Luong Retreat – 9 comfortable bungalows, 1 traditional stilt house with 16 comfy beds, an open-air restaurant with tasty cuisine, an infinity pool and spa with rock garden, all at your disposal. Come to Pu Luong Retreat to discover the hidden magic, of a place built by hand, with meticulous attention to detail, from the ground up puluong@impresstravel.com