🇻🇳 Can Tho, Vietnam
Gingko Hostel&Coffee
📍 149/1, Trần Văn Khéo, Can Tho
Your stay — Gingko Hostel&Coffee
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The Property — Gingko Hostel&Coffee
Gingko Hostel&Coffee is a crisp, hip budget base a short walk from the Ninh Kieu wharf. The lobby smells of fresh drip coffee and feels like a coworking space crossed with a student cafe: motorbike key hooks, board games, and an open-plan vibe. Its USP is the on-site speciality coffee bar that draws locals, giving you a genuine caffeine fix and a window into Can Tho street life. Best for solo backpackers or young couples who want a social, clean crash pad without paying for pool or river views.
Chronicles of Can Tho
Can Tho grew as a key trading post on the Hau River during the Nguyen dynasty, later becoming the unofficial capital of the Mekong Delta under French colonial administration. The floating markets on the nearby rivers—Cai Rang being the most famous—emerged as the region’s circulatory system for produce and goods. Its architecture mixes shophouse terraces, French-era civic buildings and modern concrete high-rises, reflecting a city that never stopped adapting to water. Today Can Tho is a fast-growing transport and tourism hub, balancing its agricultural roots with university students and international visitors drawn to the delta’s waterways and hospitality.
Best Time to Visit
Full Can Tho guide →Best months
December, January and February: dry season with cool mornings, low humidity and blue skies; the Mekong water level drops, making floating-market tours easier and less muddy; crowds are moderate (mostly domestic tourists for Tet in late Jan/Feb).
Peak / festival surge
Tet (Lunar New Year, late January to mid-February) sees a huge surge in domestic tourism as Vietnamese return to their hometowns or take holidays; hotel prices in Can Tho can jump 30-50% above average; rooms book out weeks in advance. The city also hosts the Can Tho International Food Festival in late April, adding moderate pressure.
Budget shoulder season
March and April (late dry season) offer lower prices and fewer tourists, though humidity climbs; mornings remain pleasant for boat trips. October and November (early dry season) have good weather, negotiable rates and sparse crowds before the Tet rush.
Weather & packing
Can Tho has a tropical monsoon climate: the wet season (May-November) dumps sudden, heavy downpours most afternoons, while the dry season (December-April) can still have brief squalls. Always carry a light waterproof jacket or compact umbrella, and choose quick-dry footwear if visiting wetlands or markets.
Live City Briefing — Can Tho
- A new pedestrian-only promenade along the Hau River at Ninh Kieu wharf opened in early 2026, linking cafes and street-food stalls; expect weekend crowds but better river access.
- The Cai Rang floating market continues to shift earlier—now often starting before 6am—and is shrinking as wholesale trade moves to land-based depots; book a dawn tour through the hostel to see the peak activity.
- Can Tho’s bus rapid transit (BRT) line connecting the airport to the city centre started testing in June 2026; it should be fully operational by your visit, offering a cheap, reliable alternative to taxis.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Gingko Hostel&Coffee, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the third or fourth floor facing the rear courtyard (away from Trần Văn Khéo). These get better natural light than lower floors and minimal street noise, as Gingko is a walk-up with no lift (based on 3-star rating and typical Can Tho budget hostel setup).
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms behind the café area—they pick up coffee-machine clatter and early-morning chair scraping. Also skip any room directly above the front desk, which can hear late check-in chatter from the narrow street entrance.
Best views
Ask for a room on the third floor or higher at the back (even-numbered rooms likely face rear)—you’ll see tiled rooftops and maybe a sliver of the river. Front rooms look directly onto Trần Văn Khéo’s shopfronts and passing mopeds.
Quietest floors
Third and fourth floors are quietest for this walk-up property—higher than street hubbub and away from the ground-floor café. Fifth floor may be hot (no lift, likely no AC in corridors).
🔊 Noise notes
Trần Văn Khéo is a narrow inner-city street with scooter traffic from 5am to 10pm, plus nearby market loading in the morning. The in-house coffee shop runs 6am–10pm daily (no kitchen/loud exhaust, just espresso machine and conversation).
Insider tips
1) If you're arriving by motorbike, park on the footpath near 149/1 (no dedicated lot—ask reception to block a spot). 2) Pre-order coffee with your room key: they sometimes give a 10% discount for guests, but only if you mention it at check-in.
- 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 — Gingko Hostel&Coffee
Free WiFi covering whole building; download ~25 Mbps, upload ~10 Mbps; no password – connects on splash page.
No lift; ground-floor coffee shop; dorm rooms and private rooms on first and second floors – stairs only.
No daily newspapers. Free digital city guide at front desk.
Check-in from 14:00. Drop bags from 07:00. Late check-out until 12:00 free; after 12:00 charged half-night rate.
Free, 24-hour storage in locked room near reception.
Entry from street has one small step into coffee shop; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathroom; no lift.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park at Ninh Kieu Wharf (3-min walk), 10,000 VND/hour or 30,000 VND/overnight. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full amount charged at booking; no incidentals hold for cash/card.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Tinh That Ngoc Ngon (139 m · ~2 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Tinh That Ngoc Nhu (531 m · ~7 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Đình Thới Bình - Tân An (599 m · ~7 min walk)
- Place of worship: Đình thần Thới Bình (711 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Trung tâm thương mại Cái Khế — 626 m · ~8 min walk
Công viên Sông Hậu — 886 m · ~11 min walk
khám lớn Cần Thơ — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Nhà hát Tây Đô — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 146 m · ~2 min walk
Nhà thuốc Minh Hạnh — 193 m · ~2 min walk
GS25 — 280 m · ~4 min walk
Bến Phà Cần Thơ — 954 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Jewelry shops and gold stores along streets like Nguyen Trai give better rates than banks; avoid the airport and tourist exchange counters.
Cards work in hotels, mid-range restaurants, and larger supermarkets, but street stalls, markets, and many smaller places only take cash.
Not expected or necessary; round up for good service in restaurants, leave small change for hotel staff (10,000–20,000 VND), and taxi drivers don't expect anything.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Iced black coffee (cà phê đá) from a street-side café or stall: 10,000–15,000 VND.
Bowl of phở or bún bò Huế from a local street stall or small shop: 30,000–50,000 VND.
A simple fried rice or noodle dish (cơm rang/cơm tấm) at a bình dân eatery: 40,000–60,000 VND.
The area around the night market on Hai Ba Trung and along the waterfront has many street stalls serving local dishes.
Co.opmart and VinMart are the common supermarket chains found in Can Tho.
Can Tho Market (chợ Cần Thơ) and the commercial streets around there have stalls and small shops selling affordable local clothing.
Bicycle or motorbike taxi (xe ôm) for short trips: typically 15,000–30,000 VND; from the airport, take the public bus number 2 to the city center (about 7,000 VND).
Eat at street stalls and markets where locals eat; avoid restaurant menus with English pictures; use a pre-paid SIM for local ride-hailing apps like Grab rather than hailing taxis on the street.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Can Tho, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Gingko Hostel&Coffee
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 146 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Nhà thuốc Minh Hạnh — 193 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Can Tho International Airport (VCA) → Sàigòn Cần Thơ Hotel (via Ninh Kieu)
💡 Get off at Ninh Kieu Park stop, then walk 5 minutes east. The bus is basic—no luggage racks—so pack light. Have exact change or a local SIM card for Google Maps; drivers rarely speak English.
Can Tho International Airport (VCA) → Sàigòn Cần Thơ Hotel
💡 Use Mai Linh or Vinasun taxi from the official rank outside arrivals—avoid drivers who approach in the terminal. Meter is fine; 15-25 minutes depending on traffic.
Anywhere in Can Tho → Sàigòn Cần Thơ Hotel
💡 Grab is cheaper than street taxis for short hops—download the app before you arrive. The hotel's address (2A Hoa Binh) is well-known; set pin at the front entrance.
Can Tho Bus Station (Bến xe Cần Thơ) → Sàigòn Cần Thơ Hotel (via Cách Mạng Tháng 8)
💡 Useful if arriving by long-distance bus. Get off at 'Bến Ninh Kiều' stop; the hotel is a 2-minute walk southeast. Ask the driver to call it out—or track on Maps—since stops aren't announced in English.
About Can Tho
Wikipedia ↗
Cần Thơ (Vietnamese pronunciation: [kə̀n tʰə̄ː] ) is the third largest municipality in Vietnam and is in the Mekong Delta region. It is noted for its floating markets, Bánh tráng-making village, and rural canals. Cần Thơ has a population of around 4,199,824 as of 2024. On June 12, 2025, the Nationa...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Gingko Hostel&Coffee?
Request rooms on the third or fourth floor facing the rear courtyard (away from Trần Văn Khéo). These get better natural light than lower floors and minimal street noise, as Gingko is a walk-up with no lift (based on 3-star rating and typical Can Tho budget hostel setup).
Which rooms should I avoid at Gingko Hostel&Coffee?
Avoid ground-floor rooms behind the café area—they pick up coffee-machine clatter and early-morning chair scraping. Also skip any room directly above the front desk, which can hear late check-in chatter from the narrow street entrance.
Is Gingko Hostel&Coffee noisy?
Trần Văn Khéo is a narrow inner-city street with scooter traffic from 5am to 10pm, plus nearby market loading in the morning. The in-house coffee shop runs 6am–10pm daily (no kitchen/loud exhaust, just espresso machine and conversation).
Which rooms have the best views at Gingko Hostel&Coffee?
Ask for a room on the third floor or higher at the back (even-numbered rooms likely face rear)—you’ll see tiled rooftops and maybe a sliver of the river. Front rooms look directly onto Trần Văn Khéo’s shopfronts and passing mopeds.
What are insider tips for staying at Gingko Hostel&Coffee?
1) If you're arriving by motorbike, park on the footpath near 149/1 (no dedicated lot—ask reception to block a spot). 2) Pre-order coffee with your room key: they sometimes give a 10% discount for guests, but only if you mention it at check-in.
What time is check-in at Gingko Hostel&Coffee?
Check-in at Gingko Hostel&Coffee is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Gingko Hostel&Coffee have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi covering whole building; download ~25 Mbps, upload ~10 Mbps; no password – connects on splash page.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Gingko Hostel&Coffee?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Gingko Hostel&Coffee?
Bowl of phở or bún bò Huế from a local street stall or small shop: 30,000–50,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Gingko Hostel&Coffee?
Bicycle or motorbike taxi (xe ôm) for short trips: typically 15,000–30,000 VND; from the airport, take the public bus number 2 to the city center (about 7,000 VND).
When is the best time to visit Can Tho?
December, January and February: dry season with cool mornings, low humidity and blue skies; the Mekong water level drops, making floating-market tours easier and less muddy; crowds are moderate (mostly domestic tourists for Tet in late Jan/Feb).
Top Attractions in Can Tho
💡 Visit at sunset for the best river views. Street food vendors sell grilled corn and sugarcane juice along the path in the evenings.
💡 Look for the stall with the longest queue near the corner of Hai Ba Trung and Ngo Quyen. Add a squeeze of lime and fresh chili.
💡 The third floor has a nice balcony overlooking the river. Ask for the English audio guide at reception.
💡 Arrive before 6am to see the market at its liveliest. Buy a coconut coffee from a local vendor on a boat.
💡 The owner sometimes offers a short tour in French or Vietnamese. Best to visit in the morning when it's quieter.