Title: Núi Vàng Tràng An Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Núi Vàng Tràng An Hotel with free parking, near Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex ## Photo gallery for Núi Vàng Tràng An ![Exterior - Núi Vàng Tràng An (Hoa Lu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112160000/112156800/112156740/801e9087.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Junior Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets - Núi Vàng Tràng An (Hoa Lu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112160000/112156800/112156740/00cf1e04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Junior Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV - Núi Vàng Tràng An (Hoa Lu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112160000/112156800/112156740/14877799.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Núi Vàng Tràng An (Hoa Lu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112160000/112156800/112156740/w2021h2696x3y4-ca838b32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets - Núi Vàng Tràng An (Hoa Lu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112160000/112156800/112156740/w2997h1454x0y0-12fdd4e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, Núi Vàng Tràng An has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available - Room service - 24/7 front desk £24 includes taxes & fees 22 Jan - 23 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 20 - Jan 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=112156740&PinnedHotelID=112156740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=112156740&PinnedHotelID=112156740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 21 - Jan 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=112156740&PinnedHotelID=112156740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=112156740&PinnedHotelID=112156740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=112156740&PinnedHotelID=112156740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=112156740&PinnedHotelID=112156740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=112156740&PinnedHotelID=112156740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=112156740&PinnedHotelID=112156740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 10 of 10 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112160000/112156800/112156740/341812a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Free bottled water Wardrobe - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Single Room ![Deluxe Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112160000/112156800/112156740/w2997h2084x3y3-31fb5e65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Single Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Free bottled water Wardrobe - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Premier Double Room ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112160000/112156800/112156740/w3096h2319x0y3-66f2ac87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Bathrobes Hairdryer Free bottled water Wardrobe - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Junior Suite ![Junior Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112160000/112156800/112156740/b7ea3942.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Bathrobes Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Desk - 344 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Quadruple Room ![Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112160000/112156800/112156740/ced3e11b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Bathrobes Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Wardrobe - 344 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112160000/112156800/112156740/w646h440x0y0-a695222e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112160000/112156800/112156740/c642b328.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Twin Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Premier Deluxe Double Room ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112160000/112156800/112156740/w646h440x0y0-a859477c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Deluxe Double Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Junior Suite ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112160000/112156800/112156740/c7ad3920.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Family ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112160000/112156800/112156740/dc5b89a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family - Sleeps 4 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHoa-Lu-Hotels-Nui-Vang-Trang-An.h112156740.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHoa-Lu-Hotels-Nui-Vang-Trang-An.h112156740.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Hoa Lu is home to Núi Vàng Tràng An. Dinh Tien Hoang Square and Phố cổ Hoa Lư are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex and Van Long Wetland Nature Reserve. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Hoa Lu travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoa-Lu.dx6219816) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C20.29861%2C105.95007&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hoV2YN4zmsBtH-hPMig0BWFcAmY=) Xom Vang, xa Ninh Tien, Hoa Lu Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh, 430000 ### What's nearby - Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex \- 4 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Tuyệt Tình Cốc \- 7 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Dinh Tien Hoang Square \- 9 min drive \- 2.8 miles - Ninh Binh Walking Street \- 10 min drive \- 3.3 miles - Hoa Lu Ancient Capital \- 10 min drive \- 3.5 miles ### Getting around - Ga Cau Yen Station - 17 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Gia Hung Restaurant - ‬6 min drive - ‪Trang An Heritage Garden - ‬9 min drive - ‪Nhà Hàng Mộc Lan - ‬6 min drive - ‪Cơm Niêu - ‬5 min drive - ‪Nuong BBQ - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### Núi Vàng Tràng An Hotel near Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex Located close to Ninh Binh Walking Street, Núi Vàng Tràng An has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking - Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property Room features All 74 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as perks such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: VND 200,000 to 800,000 for adults and VND 200,000 to 800,000 for children ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 25-inch flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately VND 200000 to 800000 for adults and VND 200000 to 800000 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Núi Vàng Tràng An Hotel Núi Vàng Tràng An Hoa Lu Núi Vàng Tràng An Hotel Hoa Lu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Núi Vàng Tràng An pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Núi Vàng Tràng An? ### How much is parking at Núi Vàng Tràng An? ### What time is check-in at Núi Vàng Tràng An? ### What time is check-out at Núi Vàng Tràng An? ### Where is Núi Vàng Tràng An located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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