Your stay — VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence
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The Property — VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence
Standing in the lobby of Viet Long Complex Residence, you find a clean, no-fuss three-star business hotel with tiled floors, a small front desk, and a faint whiff of instant noodles from the ground-floor minimart. The USP is practicality: it’s a short taxi ride from Bắc Ninh’s industrial parks and the 2025-built Sun Grand City entertainment complex. Best for budget-conscious business travellers or solo visitors who want a reliable bed and breakfast near the city’s main shopping streets, not a resort-style escape.
Chronicles of Bắc Ninh
Bắc Ninh grew from a cluster of ancient villages into a provincial capital during the Lý dynasty (11th century), when the nearby Đền Đô temple was built to honour Lý emperors. Its modern hustle came with 1990s industrialisation: Samsung opened a giant electronics complex here in 2009, pulling in thousands of migrant workers and transforming the city from a quiet market town into a manufacturing hub. Architecturally, you see a jumble of low-rise concrete shop-houses, newer high-rises, and the odd preserved pagoda like Chùa Bút Tháp. Culturally, the city is famed for Quan họ folk singing (a UNESCO Intangible Heritage) and the annual Lim Festival in January-February, which draws visitors from across northern Vietnam.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bắc Ninh guide →Best months
October, November and March: dry season with daytime highs of 25-30°C, low rainfall, and few tourists outside the Lim Festival. Perfect for exploring the temples and cycling the rural outskirts.
Peak / festival surge
January-February is the busiest due to the Lim Festival (around the 12th day of the lunar new year) and Tết holiday. Hotel prices jump by 50-100% and rooms fill weeks ahead. For 2026, the festival falls in late February.
Budget shoulder season
April and December: still fairly dry but with occasional drizzle. A solid budget choice — hotel rates are 20-30% lower than peak, crowds are thin, and you can visit the Đền Đô complex without queuing.
Weather & packing
Bắc Ninh’s summer (June-August) is a steamy monsoon slog with 80% humidity and sudden afternoon downpours. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and waterproof shoes — sandals will just get sucked off in the mud.
Live City Briefing — Bắc Ninh
- The new Sun Grand City entertainment zone on Nguyễn Gia Thiều Street opened in late 2025, adding a shopping centre, cinema and food court; locals say it’s now the main weekend hangout.
- Bus route 203 between Bắc Ninh’s central market and Hanoi’s Gia Lâm bus station has had schedule tweaks since April 2026 — check departure times at the bus station the day before.
- July 2026 is peak dengue/mosquito season in northern Vietnam; local clinics report higher-than-usual cases. Carry DEET repellent and avoid stagnant water near the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the inner courtyard (away from Ly Thai To street). These floors are high enough to reduce street noise, but still within the lift's reliable range for a 3-star property. The courtyard side is significantly quieter and more pleasant.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3, especially those facing Ly Thai To street. The ground and lower floors will pick up traffic noise from this main road, and foot traffic from the lobby and restaurant. Also avoid rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft end of the corridor — lift machinery hum can be audible.
Best views
Request a room facing the inner courtyard or the side alley — you'll see local life and greenery rather than the busy Ly Thai To street. The street view shows the road and some low-rise shops, nothing special.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 are the quietest. The lift serves all floors, but the upper middle floors insulate best from both street and lobby noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Ly Thai To is a main road in Bac Ninh with motorbikes, trucks, and occasional horns. The hotel's restaurant/breakfast area on the ground floor generates clatter from 6:30-9am. The lobby doors open onto the street, so check-in times (noon-2pm) bring brief noise.
Insider tips
1) Request 'Cao Tang, Phia San Ben Trong' (high floor, courtyard side) when booking — write it in Vietnamese for clarity. 2) Parking is along the street or in a small lot behind; ask reception to help secure a slot early evening to avoid circling.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence
Free for all guests; sufficient for streaming; connects per room with a simple password on the key card sleeve
One lift serves all 6 floors, no stairs-only sections
No printed newspapers; no digital newsstand
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs 150,000 VND (weekday) or 200,000 VND (weekend), subject to availability
Free, available at reception from 08:00 to 22:00
Step-free entrance with a ramp; lift fits wheelchair; no grab bars in toilet; ground-floor rooms available on request
Free on-site parking for motorbikes and cars in a small lot (25 spaces); no valet; nearest public car park is 200m away at Bắc Ninh Central Market, 20,000 VND/night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 100% advance deposit required at booking; a 500,000 VND incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Tòa Giám mục Bắc Ninh (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Place of worship: Đình Đọ Xá (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Place of worship: Đền làng Đọ Xá (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Place of worship: Đình Ngang (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Vincom Plaza Lý Thái Tổ — 542 m · ~7 min walk
Vườn hoa chợ Cóc — 273 m · ~3 min walk
Bảo tàng Bắc Ninh — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Funny Kids Vincom Bắc Ninh — 504 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 166 m · ~2 min walk
Pharmacity — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Meat Farm — 558 m · ~7 min walk
Bắc Ninh — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Use ATMs from Vietcombank or Techcombank for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchanges.
Cards are widely accepted in hotels and larger shops, but cash is still king at street stalls and local markets.
Tipping isn't expected but small change is appreciated; round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% in restaurants.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A glass of iced Vietnamese coffee from a street stall costs around 15,000–25,000 VND.
A bowl of phở or cơm bụi at a local eatery costs about 30,000–50,000 VND.
A main dish like bún chả or a simple rice plate at a bình dân quán runs 40,000–60,000 VND.
Cheap eats are concentrated around Bắc Ninh's central market and along nearby alleyways off Đường Lý Thái Tổ.
Budget supermarkets like WinMart or Bách Hóa Xanh are common in Bắc Ninh.
Local markets such as Bắc Ninh Market offer affordable clothes; avoid brand-heavy malls nearby.
City buses cost about 7,000–10,000 VND per ride; from Noi Bai Airport, take bus 54 (20,000 VND) to Bắc Ninh Bus Station.
Eat at street stalls for meals; buy snacks and water from local mini-markets (tạp hóa) instead of hotels; use ride-hailing apps like Grab for short distances to avoid taxi overcharging.
Emergency Contacts
Bắc NinhFor all emergencies, dial 112 for a general operator who can route to police, ambulance, or fire services in Bắc Ninh. Save +84 24 3826 0000 (Hanoi tourist police) as a backup if international roaming fails.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bắc Ninh, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 166 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacity — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Long Bien Bus Station, Hanoi → Bắc Ninh Bus Station
💡 From Noi Bai, take bus 17 to Long Bien first (35 min). From Bắc Ninh station, grab a motorbike taxi (xe om) to Grand Phoenix – about 15k.
Grand Phoenix Hotel → Anywhere in Bắc Ninh city centre
💡 Use GrabBike for faster, cheaper trips (start from 8k). Stand at hotel main gate for pickup; drivers often miss the entrance sign.
Hanoi Railway Station (Ga Hà Nội) → Bắc Ninh Railway Station
💡 Only wooden seats, no AC. Buy ticket same day at station. From Bắc Ninh station, it's a 15-min walk or 10k taxi to the hotel.
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) → Grand Phoenix Hotel, Bắc Ninh
💡 Book via Grab or Mai Linh for fixed price. Avoid touts in arrivals; a meter ride should be around 300-400k.
About Bắc Ninh
Wikipedia ↗
Bắc Ninh (Vietnamese pronunciation: [ɓɐ̌k˧˥ nīɲ]) is a province of Vietnam, located in the Northern Midlands and Mountains. It borders Hanoi, Hải Phòng, Hưng Yên province, Lạng Sơn province, and Thái Nguyên province. The province covers an area of 4,718.60 km2 (1,821.86 mi2) and as of 2026 it had a ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the inner courtyard (away from Ly Thai To street). These floors are high enough to reduce street noise, but still within the lift's reliable range for a 3-star property. The courtyard side is significantly quieter and more pleasant.
Which rooms should I avoid at VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3, especially those facing Ly Thai To street. The ground and lower floors will pick up traffic noise from this main road, and foot traffic from the lobby and restaurant. Also avoid rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft end of the corridor — lift machinery hum can be audible.
Is VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence noisy?
Ly Thai To is a main road in Bac Ninh with motorbikes, trucks, and occasional horns. The hotel's restaurant/breakfast area on the ground floor generates clatter from 6:30-9am. The lobby doors open onto the street, so check-in times (noon-2pm) bring brief noise.
Which rooms have the best views at VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence?
Request a room facing the inner courtyard or the side alley — you'll see local life and greenery rather than the busy Ly Thai To street. The street view shows the road and some low-rise shops, nothing special.
What are insider tips for staying at VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence?
1) Request 'Cao Tang, Phia San Ben Trong' (high floor, courtyard side) when booking — write it in Vietnamese for clarity. 2) Parking is along the street or in a small lot behind; ask reception to help secure a slot early evening to avoid circling.
What time is check-in at VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence?
Check-in at VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; sufficient for streaming; connects per room with a simple password on the key card sleeve
Is there a city or tourist tax at VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence?
A bowl of phở or cơm bụi at a local eatery costs about 30,000–50,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from VIET LONG COMPLEX Residence?
City buses cost about 7,000–10,000 VND per ride; from Noi Bai Airport, take bus 54 (20,000 VND) to Bắc Ninh Bus Station.
When is the best time to visit Bắc Ninh?
October, November and March: dry season with daytime highs of 25-30°C, low rainfall, and few tourists outside the Lim Festival. Perfect for exploring the temples and cycling the rural outskirts.
Top Attractions in Bắc Ninh
💡 Come at 5:30am to join the tai chi group near the lotus pond. The park gets hot by 9am.
💡 Ask the front desk for the key to the rooftop—you get a decent view of the city centre.
💡 Performances happen most evenings at 7pm, but check the Facebook page ‘Nhà hát Dân ca Quan họ Bắc Ninh’ the day before to confirm. Sit on the left side for a clearer view of the singers.
💡 Go during a weekday morning—you’ll practically have the place to yourself. The incense sellers outside charge double after 10am.
💡 The pagoda is a 15-minute xe ôm (motorbike taxi) ride from the centre—agree on 20,000 VND before getting on. The temple vegetarian lunch is offered free at noon, but only if you sign up at the office beforehand.