Your stay — Huỳnh Long
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The Property — Huỳnh Long
Huỳnh Long is a no-frills 3-star hotel a short walk from Can Tho’s night market and riverfront. The lobby feels like a clean, budget-friendly Vietnamese guesthouse: tiled floors, a small reception desk, a few plastic chairs, and staff who are genuinely helpful. It suits independent travellers and small groups who want a functional base near the Mekong, not luxury. The USP is location — you can step out for a bowl of hủ tiếu or a boat tour in under ten minutes.
Chronicles of Can Tho
Can Tho was founded in the 18th century as a Khmer outpost on the Bassac River, later becoming a key French colonial trading port for rice from the Mekong Delta. Its architecture mixes French-era shophouses with modern concrete blocks; the iconic Ninh Kieu Wharf was rebuilt in the 2000s as a pedestrian promenade. After the Vietnam War, the city grew rapidly as the delta’s economic hub, now known for its floating markets and bustling university life. Culturally, it’s a mix of ethnic Vietnamese, Khmer and Chinese influences, seen in its pagodas, festivals and food stalls.
Best Time to Visit
Full Can Tho guide →Best months
January and February: dry season, cool mornings, clear skies and the Tet holiday buzz fades by mid-February, so crowds are moderate. March is also good, though hotter.
Peak / festival surge
November to March is high season, peaking in December–January for dry weather and Tet (late Jan–early Feb). Hotel prices can jump 30-50% above average. Tet itself brings parades and market shutdowns, so book ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April and May are shoulder months: temperatures climb to 35°C, but rooms drop 20-30% in price and tourist numbers thin out. The wet season starts, but showers are usually short and late afternoon. Good for budget travellers who don’t mind humidity.
Weather & packing
Can Tho has a tropical monsoon climate: the dry season (Dec-April) is hot and dusty; the wet season (May-Nov) brings daily downpours. Pack a lightweight, quick-dry jacket or umbrella, and always carry insect repellent — mosquitoes are active year-round near the river.
Live City Briefing — Can Tho
- The Cai Rang floating market operates daily from 5-8am; arrival times shift with sunrise (around 5.35am in July). Go early for the best trade action and cooler temperatures.
- Can Tho’s new bus rapid transit (BRT) line opened in 2024, connecting the city centre with southern districts. It’s cheap and useful, but schedules can be irregular during wet-season flooding.
- Several riverside restaurants near Ninh Kieu Wharf have reopened after Covid closures, including the popular Làng Cá. For a July visit, book tables with fans or A/C — humidity peaks this month.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Huỳnh Long, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4, away from the lift shaft. These mid-level floors strike a good balance between accessibility and reduced street noise from Ly Tu Trong.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street: Ly Tu Trong is a main road in Can Tho, so expect scooter and traffic noise. Also avoid rooms next to the lift or stairwell on any floor.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms facing away from the street may offer glimpses of the city or river, but given the 3-star rating, views are modest—expect rooftops and local houses. Rooms on the back side will be quieter.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are likely the quietest, as they’re high enough to buffer street noise but not near any rooftop equipment or bar if present.
🔊 Noise notes
Ly Tu Trong is a busy central road in Can Tho, with motorbike traffic from early morning until late evening. Market activity nearby adds early-morning noise.
Insider tips
1. If you’re arriving by motorbike, ask at check-in if they have secure parking around the back—street parking is common but less safe. 2. Request a room on the courtyard side if available; it’s quieter than the street side.
- 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 — Huỳnh Long
Free for all guests. Speed adequate for browsing/email; streaming may buffer at peak times. Login via room number and surname.
Single lift serves all 4 floors. No stairs-only sections.
No complimentary digital newsstand. Physical Vietnamese newspapers available in lobby (Tuổi Trẻ, Thanh Niên). Satellite TV in rooms.
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00. Early bag drop allowed. Late check-out until 17:00 costs 50% of night rate (subject to availability).
Free for day-of arrival/departure; stored behind reception desk.
One step at main entrance (portable ramp available on request). Lift is narrow (70 cm door). No rooms with grab bars or roll-in showers. Ask for ground-floor room if needed.
On-site free parking for 15 cars (first-come, first-served). No valet. Nearest public car park: Bến Ninh Kiều parking lot, 200 m away, VND 10,000/hour or VND 40,000/night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 100% room rate deposit required for advance booking; VND 500,000 incidental hold at check-in (cash or card)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Hội Thánh Tinh Lành VN ( chi hội cần thơ) (243 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Nhà thờ An Hội (400 m · ~5 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Pitu Khôsa Răngsây (472 m · ~6 min walk)
- Place of worship: Đình thần Thới Bình (616 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Citimart — 636 m · ~8 min walk
Công viên Đồ Chiểu — 607 m · ~8 min walk
Bảo tàng Quân khu 9 — 491 m · ~6 min walk
Nhà hát Tây Đô — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Khu vui chơi — 924 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 74 m · ~1 min walk
Nhà thuốc Trung Sơn — 726 m · ~9 min walk
Mắt kính Toàn Vũ — 808 m · ~10 min walk
Bến phà xóm chài — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Change money at gold shops or banks in central Can Tho; avoid airport or hotel rates which are poor.
Credit/debit cards accepted in larger hotels, supermarkets and mid-range restaurants; cash is essential for markets, street food and small eateries.
Not expected but appreciated—round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% in restaurants; small change for hotel staff is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local ca phe sua da (iced milk coffee) from street stalls or coffee shops, about 10,000-15,000 VND.
A bowl of bun thit nuong (grilled pork with vermicelli) or com tam (broken rice) from a local eatery, around 25,000-40,000 VND.
A main of stir-fried noodles or a simple rice dish at a local restaurant, about 30,000-50,000 VND.
Look for food stalls along the riverside on Hai Ba Trung and Nguyen An Ninh streets, or at the night market near the waterfront.
Co.op Food or Big C (now part of WinMart) are common budget supermarkets in the area.
Lý Tự Trọng street has small shops selling affordable casual wear; the nearby Cai Rang floating market has stalls with clothes, but bargain hard.
Rent a bicycle (approx 20,000 VND/hour) or a motorbike (approx 150,000 VND/day) to get around; from the airport, a bus (No. 3) costs about 7,000 VND or a motorbike taxi about 50,000 VND into the city centre.
Eat at local quán (small street-side eateries) not targeting tourists; buy bottled water and snacks from supermarkets near Lý Tự Trọng; negotiate prices at markets but politely and with small talk.
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 Huỳnh Long
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 74 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Nhà thuốc Trung Sơn — 726 m · ~9 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 Huỳnh Long?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4, away from the lift shaft. These mid-level floors strike a good balance between accessibility and reduced street noise from Ly Tu Trong.
Which rooms should I avoid at Huỳnh Long?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street: Ly Tu Trong is a main road in Can Tho, so expect scooter and traffic noise. Also avoid rooms next to the lift or stairwell on any floor.
Is Huỳnh Long noisy?
Ly Tu Trong is a busy central road in Can Tho, with motorbike traffic from early morning until late evening. Market activity nearby adds early-morning noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Huỳnh Long?
Upper-floor rooms facing away from the street may offer glimpses of the city or river, but given the 3-star rating, views are modest—expect rooftops and local houses. Rooms on the back side will be quieter.
What are insider tips for staying at Huỳnh Long?
1. If you’re arriving by motorbike, ask at check-in if they have secure parking around the back—street parking is common but less safe. 2. Request a room on the courtyard side if available; it’s quieter than the street side.
What time is check-in at Huỳnh Long?
Check-in at Huỳnh Long is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Huỳnh Long have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests. Speed adequate for browsing/email; streaming may buffer at peak times. Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Huỳnh Long?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Huỳnh Long?
A bowl of bun thit nuong (grilled pork with vermicelli) or com tam (broken rice) from a local eatery, around 25,000-40,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Huỳnh Long?
Rent a bicycle (approx 20,000 VND/hour) or a motorbike (approx 150,000 VND/day) to get around; from the airport, a bus (No. 3) costs about 7,000 VND or a motorbike taxi about 50,000 VND into the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Can Tho?
January and February: dry season, cool mornings, clear skies and the Tet holiday buzz fades by mid-February, so crowds are moderate. March is also good, though hotter.
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.