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( 031-265 7678;
www.vietbungalow.com
;
Viet Hai Village; dm/d US$12/28)
Offers concrete-and-
thatch bungalows grouped around a stream on the edge of the forest. Getting there is an
adventure in itself, with the final stage a bike ride through lush scenery. Ask about trans-
port when you book.
Cat Ba Eco Lodge
( 031-368 8966;
www.suoigoicatbaresort.vn
;
Xuan Dam village; s/d from US$35/45; )
This eco-
resort celebrates a wonderfully quiet village location 12km from Cat Ba Town. Spacious
wooden stilt houses sit around a breezy bar and restaurant. Pick-ups can be arranged from
the ferry or Cat Ba Town.
GUESTHOUSE
$$
Nearby Islands
Cat Ba Sandy Beach Resort
( 0989 555 773;
www.catbasandybeachresort.com
;
Nam Cat Island; d from US$45; )
This island's
prescription for relaxation includes simple bungalows plus posher villas with private facil-
ities - all located under looming, indigo limestone cliffs. Spend your days swimming and
kayaking, and kick back with seafood barbecues and beach bonfires after dark. It's in-
cluded on itineraries arranged by Cat Ba Ventures and Hanoi's Vega Travel (
Click here
)
.
RESORT
$$
Monkey Island Resort
( 04-3926 0572;
www.monkeyislandresort.com
;
d US$60-100; )
There's a nicely social vibe
going down at Monkey Island with a nightly seafood buffet, cool R&B beats, and a bar
with a pool table. Accommodation is in comfortable private bungalows, and beach barbe-
cues, kayaks and volleyball keep the holiday spirit alive. Free transfers from Cat Ba
Town.
RESORT
$$
Cat Ong Beach Cottages
( 0983 234 628;
www.catongisland.com
;
Cat Ong Island; r US$75-150; )
Located on a private
island a short ride from Cat Ba Town, these beautiful, traditionally-built cottages enjoy a
wonderful beachfront location. A seafood barbecue is served on the sand every night and
boat transfers are included.
BUNGALOWS
$$$
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