Your stay — Dobby House Hostel
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The Property — Dobby House Hostel
Dobby House Hostel is a cosy, slightly quirky backpacker spot in central Da Lat, with a homely lounge where guests swap stories over free tea. The vibe is low-key sociable, not a party hostel — expect board games, a small garden, and staff who actually remember your name. It suits solo travellers on a budget who want a clean, safe base near the night market, not flashy amenities.
Chronicles of Da Lat
Da Lat was founded in the 1890s by French colonialists as a hill-station retreat, escaping the lowland heat. Its architecture blends Art Deco, French villas, and pagodas, earning it the nickname 'City of Eternal Spring'. The grid of pine forests and lakes was laid out by architect Ernest Hébrard in the 1920s. Today, Da Lat is a hub for coffee farming, flower cultivation, and domestic honeymooners, with a laid-back, creative edge.
Best Time to Visit
Full Da Lat guide →Best months
December and January: cool, dry weather (15-22°C) with clear skies for exploring waterfalls and Xuan Huong Lake. March is also pleasant, with fewer tourists before summer rain.
Peak / festival surge
Summer months (June-August) are peak for domestic tourism, especially July's school holidays. Hotel prices can double. The Da Lat Flower Festival (December) also spikes demand.
Budget shoulder season
April and November are ideal: low humidity, short showers, and rock-bottom dorm rates (down 30-40% from July).
Weather & packing
Da Lat's quirk: cool mornings (14°C) and sunny afternoons (26°C) year-round. Pack a light fleece or denim jacket for evenings, plus a compact umbrella for sudden downpours.
Live City Briefing — Da Lat
- Da Lat's new cable car to Truc Lam Pagoda opened an extended route in March 2026, offering better valley views.
- City-wide road resurfacing on Tran Hung Dao Street (near the night market) may cause minor traffic diversions until August.
- July is peak 'endless summer' rain season — book indoor activities like the Crazy House or Art Hot Air Balloon early.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dobby House Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
If you're a light sleeper, request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th) of Dobby House Hostel in Da Lat. These floors are likely to be quieter, given the hotel's 3-star rating and its location in a city. The floors are concrete, which can help reduce noise from the street. Additionally, being higher up will also give you a better view of the surrounding landscape. Request a room with a window facing away from the main road to minimize street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift or service entrance on lower floors (1st-3rd), as these areas tend to be noisier. Da Lat's streets can be busy, and the noise from the street might be more pronounced on lower floors.
Best views
From the higher floors (4th or 5th), you can enjoy views of the surrounding hills and landscape of Da Lat, given the hotel's location in the city.
Quietest floors
The 4th and 5th floors are likely to be the quietest floors at Dobby House Hostel.
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise, especially on lower floors, as Da Lat's streets can be busy. The hotel's concrete floors may help reduce noise, but it's still a good idea to request a room away from the main road.
Insider tips
Request a room with a private bathroom, as these tend to be more spacious and often come with a window. Additionally, consider requesting a room with a fridge, which can be a convenient amenity for storing snacks and drinks.
- 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 — Dobby House Hostel
free, 10 Mbps, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), no physical papers, old building with original wooden flooring and staircase
check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00, late check-out until 12:00 with VND 50,000 fee
available 24/7, free
step-free access, wheelchair entries at main entrance, no structural limitations
on-site parking available for VND 100,000/night, nearest public car park at 100m with VND 80,000/night, no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: VND 200,000 cash deposit and VND 500,000 incidental card hold at check-in
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)
Travelers can exchange currency at Da Lat's airport or banks downtown. Be cautious of poor rates at tourist bureaux and airport kiosks.
Credit cards and contactless payments are accepted at most mid-range restaurants and hotels. Mobile payments are less common, especially outside of tourist areas.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5,000-10,000 VND for good service is appreciated. Hotel staff and taxi drivers may not always expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cup of coffee costs around 5,000-10,000 VND from street vendors or small cafes.
A bowl of pho or banh mi costs around 20,000-30,000 VND at a local eatery.
A main dish at a mid-range restaurant costs around 50,000-80,000 VND.
Street food areas are concentrated around Le Lai, Nguyen Thai Hoc, and Bui Thi Xuan streets.
Local markets and supermarkets like Big C and Co.opmart offer affordable groceries.
Affordable shopping can be found at the local markets and along Nguyen Thi Minh Khai street.
The cheapest way to get around is by motorbike taxi or cyclo (10,000-20,000 VND). A day pass for buses costs around 5,000-10,000 VND. From the airport, a taxi costs around 100,000-150,000 VND.
Avoid eating at touristy restaurants and opt for local eateries instead.Shop at local markets for groceries and essentials.Use public transport or walk/bike whenever possible to save money.
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 Dobby House 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 Dobby House Hostel?
If you're a light sleeper, request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th) of Dobby House Hostel in Da Lat. These floors are likely to be quieter, given the hotel's 3-star rating and its location in a city. The floors are concrete, which can help reduce noise from the street. Additionally, being higher up will also give you a better view of the surrounding landscape. Request a room with a window facing away from the main road to minimize street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dobby House Hostel?
Avoid rooms near the lift or service entrance on lower floors (1st-3rd), as these areas tend to be noisier. Da Lat's streets can be busy, and the noise from the street might be more pronounced on lower floors.
Is Dobby House Hostel noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise, especially on lower floors, as Da Lat's streets can be busy. The hotel's concrete floors may help reduce noise, but it's still a good idea to request a room away from the main road.
Which rooms have the best views at Dobby House Hostel?
From the higher floors (4th or 5th), you can enjoy views of the surrounding hills and landscape of Da Lat, given the hotel's location in the city.
What are insider tips for staying at Dobby House Hostel?
Request a room with a private bathroom, as these tend to be more spacious and often come with a window. Additionally, consider requesting a room with a fridge, which can be a convenient amenity for storing snacks and drinks.
What time is check-in at Dobby House Hostel?
Check-in at Dobby House Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dobby House Hostel have Wi-Fi?
free, 10 Mbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dobby House Hostel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Dobby House Hostel?
A bowl of pho or banh mi costs around 20,000-30,000 VND at a local eatery.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dobby House Hostel?
The cheapest way to get around is by motorbike taxi or cyclo (10,000-20,000 VND). A day pass for buses costs around 5,000-10,000 VND. From the airport, a taxi costs around 100,000-150,000 VND.
When is the best time to visit Da Lat?
December and January: cool, dry weather (15-22°C) with clear skies for exploring waterfalls and Xuan Huong Lake. March is also pleasant, with fewer tourists before summer rain.
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.