🇻🇳 Da Lat, Vietnam
Dalat Homestay
📍 80/2, Hoàng Diệu, Da Lat
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Your stay — Dalat Homestay
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The Property — Dalat Homestay
Dalat Homestay feels more like a friend's well-kept hill-station cottage than a three-star hotel. The lobby is all dark wood, big windows, and the faint smell of pine — open a door and you're straight onto a terrace overlooking the valley. It suits independent travellers and couples who want quiet, local character over slick, corporate service. The USP is location: you're a ten-minute walk from the night market and Xuan Huong Lake, but set back enough to hear birdsong at dawn.
Chronicles of Da Lat
Da Lat was carved out of the Langbian Plateau in the 1890s by French colonial doctors seeking a cool retreat from Saigon's heat. The French built a hill station with alpine-style villas, a railway line, and manicured parks — earning it the nickname 'Le Petit Paris'. After independence, it became a honeymoon town for wealthy Vietnamese, and later a backpacker magnet. Today its architectural mix of crumbling French chalets, Soviet-era concrete blocks, and neon-lit cafes reflects a city caught between nostalgia and rapid tourism growth.
Best Time to Visit
Full Da Lat guide →Best months
December to February: dry, cool (15–22°C), with clear skies and cherry blossoms. March: still pleasant but starts warming up, fewer international crowds.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak domestic tourism — Vietnamese school holidays. The weather is rainy (afternoon downpours common) but the city fills with families. Hotel prices double, and the night market is chaotic. No major festivals, just mass travel.
Budget shoulder season
April and November: lower rain than July, milder temperatures, and hotel rates drop 30-40%. November has the added bonus of golden wild sunflower season.
Weather & packing
Da Lat has a subtropical highland climate — it can be 25°C and sunny at noon, then 14°C with drizzle by evening. Pack a waterproof jacket and layers: you'll need a fleece or sweater every evening, even in July.
Live City Briefing — Da Lat
- The city's new cable car to Robin Hill (Truc Lam Temple) reopened in March 2026 after a six-month maintenance closure — now the queue is back, so buy tickets online the day before.
- Road widening on Ly Tu Trong Street near the night market started in May 2026; expect one-lane traffic and 15-minute delays in the afternoons. Walk or take a xe om (motorbike taxi) instead.
- Late June saw the opening of a new craft beer bar, 'Lang Bian Brews', on Nguyen Chi Thanh Street — a rare alternative to the ubiquitous coffee shops.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dalat Homestay, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd floor or higher, facing away from Hoàng Diệu street (the quieter side of the building). These rooms are furthest from street-level noise and likely have a better view over the neighbourhood roofs.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and rooms at the front facing Hoàng Diệu. Ground-floor rooms suffer from foot traffic, street noise and potential dampness. Front-facing rooms get the full brunt of Da Lat's constant motorbike traffic.
Best views
Rooms at the rear (away from Hoàng Diệu) overlook the alley and neighbouring houses, giving a more typical Da Lat scene of tiled roofs and gardens. Front-facing rooms see the busy street and possibly Xuan Huong Lake in the distance if high enough.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and above (assuming a low-rise building). These floors minimise street-level noise and provide more privacy.
🔊 Noise notes
Hoàng Diệu is a busy two-way road with constant motorbike traffic, especially 6am–9pm. The alley at 80/2 funnels vehicle noise. Expect morning market deliveries and tour buses idling near the junction. Da Lat's famous rain on metal roofs can be loud on upper floors.
Insider tips
1. Arrive by taxi — no dedicated parking, but motorbike parking is available in the alley. 2. Request a room on the 3rd floor when booking (if possible, call direct), as lower floors can be damp and noisy. 3. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper — the walls are thin and the city wakes early.
- 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 — Dalat Homestay
Free basic Wi-Fi (approx 10–15 Mbps) requiring a code from reception. Weekend evenings can be slow due to full occupancy.
No lift. All rooms on first floor or above via stairs.
No physical newspapers. No digital newsstand.
Check-in 14:00–23:00; early bag drop available free from 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00 costs VND 150,000; after 12:00 charged half-day rate.
Free for same-day luggage; overnight storage VND 50,000 per bag.
No step-free entry: two steps into main door. No wheelchair-accessible rooms. Not suitable for guests with limited mobility.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park at 12 Hùng Vương (VND 20,000/hour, VND 120,000 overnight). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking (refundable up to 24h before check-in). A VND 200,000 incidental hold is placed on your card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Couvent des Oiseaux (255 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Minh Giáo Church (369 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Nam Tu Hoi ICM (477 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Nhà nguyện Mân côi (575 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Công viên Ánh Sáng — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Crazy House — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Pharmacity — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
WinMart+ — 362 m · ~5 min walk
Trạm xe buýt tuyến ngoại thành — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Best rates from gold/jewellery shops on Khu Hoa Binh or at major banks like Vietcombank; avoid airport and tourist bureaux — they give poor rates.
Accepted at mid-range and up hotels, supermarkets, and many restaurants; cash essential for street food, market stalls, and small cafes.
Not expected or customary; round up taxi fares or leave small change (5–10%) at nicer restaurants if service is good; hotel staff appreciate a 20,000–50,000 VND tip for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filtered iced coffee (cà phê sữa đá) from a street-side stall for 10,000–15,000 VND.
Bún bò Huế or phở from a local eatery — around 30,000–40,000 VND.
Cơm tấm (broken rice with grilled pork) at a bình dân spot — about 35,000–50,000 VND for a main.
Concentrated along Hòa Bình and Nguyễn Văn Trỗi streets; look for bánh mì, bánh căn, and grilled corn vendors.
COOPmart or Bách Hóa Xanh — both have small outlets near Hoàng Diệu for basics and fresh produce.
Da Lat Market (Chợ Đà Lạt) a 10-minute walk from 80/2 Hoàng Diệu — haggling expected; also shops along Phan Đình Phùng sell local knitwear and streetwear.
Local bus (yellow public bus) is 7,000 VND per ride — but limited routes; cheapest airport transfer is the public bus (20,000 VND) from Lien Khuong to the central bus station, then walk or take a short taxi (30,000 VND) to this area.
Always carry small denominations (10,000/20,000 VND notes) for street vendors and taxis; eat at stalls with plastic stools — they're cheap and safe; negotiate a half-day or full-day motorbike rental (150,000–200,000 VND) from shops near the market rather than booking per trip.
Emergency Contacts
Da LatInternational tourists can call the Da Lat Tourist Information Centre at +84 263 3822 590 for assistance. For consular help, contact your embassy in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. Save these numbers before you travel.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Da Lat, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Dalat Homestay
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacity — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Anywhere in Da Lat (including airport or city) → Binh Yen Hotel or any local point
💡 Download the Grab app in advance and link a card — data signal can be spotty in the hills. From the city centre to Binh Yen, expect about 25–30,000 VND. For airport trips, Grab is often 30% cheaper than street taxis, but wait times can be 10–15 minutes if the driver is coming from the city.
Da Lat Airport (DLI) → Binh Yen Hotel, Da Lat city centre
💡 Use Mai Linh taxi (green) or Vinasun (white) from the official rank. Avoid drivers who quote a flat rate without the meter — typical metered fare runs 160,000–200,000 VND depending on traffic. Airport pick-up area is small, so walk to the rank if you can.
Da Lat Airport (DLI) → Da Lat city centre (Nguyen Van Troi roundabout)
💡 The bus drops you at the roundabout near the market, which is a 10–15 minute walk to Binh Yen Hotel uphill. If your flight lands after 5 pm, take a taxi — the bus stops running. Cash only, exact change if possible.
Da Lat bus station (Ben xe Da Lat) → Any central stop near Binh Yen Hotel
💡 Routes 1 and 3 pass near Binh Yen — ask the driver to let you off at 'Cau 2' (Bridge 2) stop. Buses are cramped and often packed with students, so avoid peak hours (7–8 am, 4:30–5:30 pm). Have small notes ready.
About Da Lat
Wikipedia ↗
Da Lat, or Dalat (Vietnamese: Đà Lạt; Vietnamese pronunciation: [ɗâː làːt̚] ), is a former city in Vietnam and the former capital of Lâm Đồng Province. It is the largest city of the Central Highlands region in Vietnam but ceased to exist as a municipal city on 1 July 2025, following the elimination ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Dalat Homestay?
Request a room on the 3rd floor or higher, facing away from Hoàng Diệu street (the quieter side of the building). These rooms are furthest from street-level noise and likely have a better view over the neighbourhood roofs.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dalat Homestay?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and rooms at the front facing Hoàng Diệu. Ground-floor rooms suffer from foot traffic, street noise and potential dampness. Front-facing rooms get the full brunt of Da Lat's constant motorbike traffic.
Is Dalat Homestay noisy?
Hoàng Diệu is a busy two-way road with constant motorbike traffic, especially 6am–9pm. The alley at 80/2 funnels vehicle noise. Expect morning market deliveries and tour buses idling near the junction. Da Lat's famous rain on metal roofs can be loud on upper floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Dalat Homestay?
Rooms at the rear (away from Hoàng Diệu) overlook the alley and neighbouring houses, giving a more typical Da Lat scene of tiled roofs and gardens. Front-facing rooms see the busy street and possibly Xuan Huong Lake in the distance if high enough.
What are insider tips for staying at Dalat Homestay?
1. Arrive by taxi — no dedicated parking, but motorbike parking is available in the alley. 2. Request a room on the 3rd floor when booking (if possible, call direct), as lower floors can be damp and noisy. 3. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper — the walls are thin and the city wakes early.
What time is check-in at Dalat Homestay?
Check-in at Dalat Homestay is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dalat Homestay have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (approx 10–15 Mbps) requiring a code from reception. Weekend evenings can be slow due to full occupancy.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dalat Homestay?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Dalat Homestay?
Bún bò Huế or phở from a local eatery — around 30,000–40,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dalat Homestay?
Local bus (yellow public bus) is 7,000 VND per ride — but limited routes; cheapest airport transfer is the public bus (20,000 VND) from Lien Khuong to the central bus station, then walk or take a short taxi (30,000 VND) to this area.
When is the best time to visit Da Lat?
December to February: dry, cool (15–22°C), with clear skies and cherry blossoms. March: still pleasant but starts warming up, fewer international crowds.
Top Attractions in Da Lat
💡 Head to the back alleys for cheaper banh trang nuong (Vietnamese pizza) – look for the ladies working over small charcoal grills, not the touristy stalls. Bring cash, small denominations.
💡 Come at sunset for the best light on the buildings and fewer crowds. The food court inside has clean toilets and free wifi – useful for a pit stop.
💡 Visit during mass on Sunday morning (around 7am) to hear the organ and choir – it’s open and welcoming. The small garden behind has good views of the city rooftops. Closed 11am–2pm.
💡 Go early morning before 7am to see mist rising off the water. Rent a swan pedal boat for 50,000 VND (around £1.60) if you want to get out on the lake.
💡 The museum is free but unstaffed – ask at the guard gatehouse for the key. The campus canteen serves a decent bowl of pho for 20,000 VND (65p). Weekdays only.