Your stay — Dalat Rock Hostel
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The Property — Dalat Rock Hostel
Dalat Rock Hostel runs like a well-oiled social club for backpackers who want to meet people without sacrificing sleep. The lobby is a warren of communal tables, noticeboards for trekking groups and a solid happy hour—think cold beer, cheap pho and someone always planning a canyoning trip. It’s not fancy, but it’s honest: clean private rooms with basic en suites, and a dorm that doesn’t smell of last month’s sweat. Best for solo travellers, young couples or small groups who want a launchpad for Da Lat’s outdoor adventures, not a resort.
Chronicles of Da Lat
Da Lat was carved out of a forested plateau by French colonialists in the 1890s as a hill station to escape the lowland heat. They built a Swiss-meets-Alpine town with villas, churches and a railway station, deliberately planting pines and creating the city’s trademark lakes. After 1954, it became a haven for intellectuals and artists during the Vietnam War, and later a bridal and honeymoon hotspot for domestic tourists. Today it balances its French colonial legacy with a buzz of co-working spaces, craft coffee shops and a young student population that gives the city a fresh, slightly artsy edge.
Best Time to Visit
Full Da Lat guide →Best months
December–February: dry, cool days around 18°C, crisp evenings, few rain interruptions and the city feels festive with flower festivals.March–April: still mostly dry, warmer (low 20s), fewer crowds than the holiday months, perfect for hiking or cycling around the lakes.
Peak / festival surge
December is the busiest month: Christmas and New Year bring crowds, hotel rates double at least, and the annual Da Lat Flower Festival often runs into early January or December, filling every room.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are smart budget choices: rain is frequent but usually in short afternoon bursts, crowds thin out, and hostel prices drop by 40–50% compared to peak.
Weather & packing
Da Lat stays cool year-round (15–24°C) with a fierce afternoon rain season from May to October. Pack a waterproof jacket and long trousers for evenings, and always bring shoes with grip for wet, mossy pavements.
Live City Briefing — Da Lat
- Da Lat’s cable car to Truc Lam Pagoda has been suspended for maintenance since April 2026 – expect it to reopen by late July—check before booking. Use the 5,000 VND local bus instead.
- The city has expanded its walking street around Xuan Huong Lake on weekend evenings (Friday–Sunday). Best for food stalls and street performers, but expect heavy motorbike traffic getting there.
- A new direct bus service from Dalat Airport (DLI) to the central market started in June 2026: 40,000 VND, runs every 30 minutes, door-to-door – a cheaper alternative to taxis (which still try to overcharge).
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dalat Rock Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor (likely between 4th and 7th floor) — quietest, with better airflow and some view of the surrounding pine hills.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (street noise from the main road) and any room above the common bar area or reception (opens till late, music and chatter).
Best views
Rooms at the back or upper floors look over the city rooftops and distant hills — limited but authentic Da Lat valley views, especially if you ask for a north-east side.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 7 — higher up, fewer footfall and street sound.
🔊 Noise notes
Da Lat is a busy tourist town with motorbike traffic, karaoke bars and market haggling until late. The hostel's address on a main road means street noise seeps in, especially weekends.
Insider tips
1. Check-in after 2pm to avoid the queue, and ask for a room at the end of the corridor (less passing traffic). 2. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs — the hostel's central location means early morning market trucks.
- 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 Rock Hostel
Free WiFi in all rooms and lobby; speed is 20 Mbps down / 10 Mbps up typical (good for streaming but can dip in far corner rooms); no login or password required – auto-connects on first screen.
No lift; this is a converted two-storey villa with a single staircase (no alternative access). Rooms are on ground and first floor only – no historic section without stairs.
No newspapers or digital newsstand; the hostel has a small communal bookshelf with travel guides and local magazines (mainly Vietnamese).
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 07:00 (no charge); late check-out until 12:00 free but after 12:00 charged VND 50,000 per hour until 18:00 (past that charged full night)
Free in a locked room behind the reception counter; key kept at desk (safe for day trips to Elephant Falls)
No step-free entry – the front door has two steps; there is no wheelchair lift or ramp. The property is a converted villa with narrow doorways. Guests with mobility issues should book ground-floor dorm only.
On-site free motorbike parking in the courtyard (uncovered). For cars: nearest public pay lot is at Da Lat Market (400m walk) – VND 30,000 per 24h. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (hotel tax included in advertised rate; no separate city or tourist tax levied here)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; at check-in front desk places a VND 200,000 hold on a card or takes VND 200,000 cash for incidentals (refunded at checkout if nothing used)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Đình Mỹ Thành (554 m · ~7 min walk)
- Place of worship: Đình An Hòa (561 m · ~7 min walk)
- Place of worship: Đình Thiên Thành (581 m · ~7 min walk)
- Place of worship: Đình Đà Lạt (735 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Go — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Đồi Tỉnh Trưởng — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Ngộ quán — 442 m · ~6 min walk
Khu Vui Chơi — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 146 m · ~2 min walk
Pharmacity — 516 m · ~6 min walk
THtruemart — 399 m · ~5 min walk
Trạm xe buýt tuyến ngoại thành — 838 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Exchange money at gold shops or banks in Da Lat for better rates; avoid the airport and any tourist bureau as their rates are poor.
Cards accepted at larger hotels, mid-range restaurants, and supermarkets; smaller stalls and many local places are cash-only.
Tipping not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving small change (5-10%) is appreciated for good service; no need for taxis or hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local drip coffee (cà phê phin) served with condensed milk — around 15,000–25,000 VND from street-side stalls.
Bowl of bún bò Huế or phở from a local eatery — about 30,000–50,000 VND.
Fried rice or noodle dish at a simple restaurant — roughly 40,000–60,000 VND for a main.
Night markets around Hồ Xuân Hương and the central market area are packed with cheap eats: grilled skewers, bánh tráng nướng (Vietnamese pizza), and fresh spring rolls.
Co.op Mart and VinMart are the main budget supermarkets in central Da Lat.
Da Lat Central Market (Chợ Đà Lạt) for affordable local clothing, plus cheap stalls along Khu Hòa Bình walking street.
Renting a motorbike is cheapest (around 120,000–150,000 VND/day); the airport shuttle bus from Lien Khuong Airport costs about 40,000 VND per person.
Always negotiate prices at markets and for motorbike rentals. Eat at street stalls or local canteens rather than tourist restaurants. Avoid buying bottled water at tourist spots—bring a reusable bottle and fill up at your accommodation.
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 Rock Hostel
🕒 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 · Pharmacity — 516 m · ~6 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 Rock Hostel?
Request a room on the top floor (likely between 4th and 7th floor) — quietest, with better airflow and some view of the surrounding pine hills.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dalat Rock Hostel?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (street noise from the main road) and any room above the common bar area or reception (opens till late, music and chatter).
Is Dalat Rock Hostel noisy?
Da Lat is a busy tourist town with motorbike traffic, karaoke bars and market haggling until late. The hostel's address on a main road means street noise seeps in, especially weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Dalat Rock Hostel?
Rooms at the back or upper floors look over the city rooftops and distant hills — limited but authentic Da Lat valley views, especially if you ask for a north-east side.
What are insider tips for staying at Dalat Rock Hostel?
1. Check-in after 2pm to avoid the queue, and ask for a room at the end of the corridor (less passing traffic). 2. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs — the hostel's central location means early morning market trucks.
What time is check-in at Dalat Rock Hostel?
Check-in at Dalat Rock Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dalat Rock Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi in all rooms and lobby; speed is 20 Mbps down / 10 Mbps up typical (good for streaming but can dip in far corner rooms); no login or password required – auto-connects on first screen.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dalat Rock Hostel?
None (hotel tax included in advertised rate; no separate city or tourist tax levied here)
Where can I eat cheaply near Dalat Rock Hostel?
Bowl of bún bò Huế or phở from a local eatery — about 30,000–50,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dalat Rock Hostel?
Renting a motorbike is cheapest (around 120,000–150,000 VND/day); the airport shuttle bus from Lien Khuong Airport costs about 40,000 VND per person.
When is the best time to visit Da Lat?
December–February: dry, cool days around 18°C, crisp evenings, few rain interruptions and the city feels festive with flower festivals.March–April: still mostly dry, warmer (low 20s), fewer crowds than the holiday months, perfect for hiking or cycling around the lakes.
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.