🇻🇳 Da Lat, Vietnam
iColor Dalat Hostel
📍 23, Đặng Thái Thân, Da Lat, 02633
Your stay — iColor Dalat Hostel
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The Property — iColor Dalat Hostel
iColor Dalat Hostel sits in a converted mid-century villa on a pine-shaded lane near the city centre. The lobby is bright and open-plan with a tiled floor, a small check-in desk, and a stack of board games—feels more like a student common room than a typical hostel. It’s a solid budget choice for solo backpackers or small groups who want a sociable base without flashy extras. The private rooms are a step up from the dorms, but the USP is the friendly staff who organise guided tours and evening meet-ups.
Chronicles of Da Lat
Da Lat was established in 1897 by the French colonial administration as a hill station retreat from the coastal heat. The city was deliberately laid out with grand villas, a railway line, and a system of artificial lakes, giving it a distinct European-Asian fusion style. After independence it became a centre for education and scientific research, and later a popular domestic honeymoon destination. Today its identity balances tourism, coffee farming, and a creative arts scene, with a young population adding a relaxed, bohemian edge.
Best Time to Visit
Full Da Lat guide →Best months
December and January: clear skies, cool nights, and the flower festival in late December boosts the atmosphere. Also April: start of the rainy season but still mostly dry, with fewer tourists than peak summer.
Peak / festival surge
December to February is peak, driven by national holidays and the Da Lat Flower Festival in late December. Hotel prices can jump 40-60% over the festive period. Chinese New Year (usually late January–early February) also brings a big visitor spike.
Budget shoulder season
March, April and October are the budget sweet spots: rainfall is moderate, crowds are thinning, and you can often find hostel beds for 150,000–250,000 VND per person.
Weather & packing
Da Lat has a mild subtropical highland climate—daytime temperatures rarely exceed 25°C, but nights drop to 14-16°C even in July. Pack a light fleece or jumper and a waterproof jacket; an umbrella is non-negotiable because showers can start without warning.
Live City Briefing — Da Lat
- The new cable car route from Robin Hill to Truc Lam Pagoda opened in late 2025, offering panoramic views of the lake and pine forests.
- Road resurfacing on Tran Phu Street (the main tourist drag) is ongoing until August 2026, causing occasional lane closures and slower taxi journeys.
- Visitors should note the ban on single-use plastics in Da Lat’s central market and many café districts that came into effect January 2026—bring a reusable bottle.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to iColor Dalat Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the building (facing away from Đặng Thái Thân). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still accessible by stairs if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or near the front of the building. The 1st floor picks up traffic noise from Đặng Thái Thân, and rooms near the lift shaft can hear ding sounds and footfall.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on floors 3-5 look out over Đặng Thái Thân – you see the Dalat cityscape and hills, but also hear motorbikes. Back-facing rooms see the hotel’s courtyard or neighbouring buildings; less view but quieter.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest – above the street clatter but not so high that the lift motor or roof equipment becomes an issue.
🔊 Noise notes
Đặng Thái Thân is a narrow street used by motorbikes and cars, plus early-morning market traffic. The hotel is near the central market, so expect some buzz from 6am. The lift is small and may be noisy when in use.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a back-facing room on check-in – the front street can be loud with motorbikes from 7am. 2. If you arrive by car, note that Đặng Thái Thân has limited parking; the hostel may have a small lot or street parking nearby – confirm ahead.
- 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 — iColor Dalat Hostel
Free WiFi throughout, typical speed 10-15 Mbps down/5 Mbps up; password posted at reception, no login portal.
Two lifts serve all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
Two complimentary copies of Tuổi Trẻ newspaper at reception each morning; no digital newsstand.
Standard check-in 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 if room not ready; late check-out up to 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged 50% of night rate until 18:00, after 18:00 full night rate.
Free for same-day arrival/departure; for overnight or multi-day storage, 30,000 VND per bag per day.
Ground-floor step-free entry via ramp; lifts serve all floors and are wide enough for wheelchair; no accessible bathroom in standard rooms (only in dormitory accessible pod on request).
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at 6 Trần Phú, 200 m walk, 30,000 VND per 24h; no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (included in quoted rate)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings; a 500,000 VND cash or card hold for incidentals taken at check-in, refunded on departure if no damages.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Chua Bo De (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Nhà thờ An Bình (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Thiên Vương Cổ Sát (Chùa Tàu) (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Giác Hoa (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Go — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
French Quarter — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Crazy House — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 831 m · ~10 min walk
Rona Mart — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Bến Xe Liên Tỉnh — 217 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Change money at gold shops or banks in central Da Lat; avoid airport and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Cards accepted at mid-range hotels and larger restaurants, but cash is king for street food, markets, and taxis; contactless rare.
Not expected but rounding up taxi fare or leaving a few thousand dong for good service is appreciated; no tip at street stalls.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Black iced coffee at a sidewalk stall: 10,000–15,000 VND.
Bánh mì from a street cart: 10,000–20,000 VND.
Bowl of phở at a basic shop: 30,000–50,000 VND.
Cheap eats around the central market (Chợ Đà Lạt) and along Khu Hòa Bình area.
Big C (now Tops Market) and small tạp hóa convenience stores are common.
Da Lat market (Chợ Đà Lạt) for cheap casualwear and knitwear.
Local bus 1, 2, or 4: 7,000 VND per ride; airport bus (xe buýt sân bay Liên Khương) costs 40,000 VND one way.
Eat at market stalls or street carts for meals under 30k; negotiate taxi fare before getting in; buy bottled water at grocery stores not hotels.
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 iColor Dalat Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 831 m · ~10 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 iColor Dalat Hostel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the building (facing away from Đặng Thái Thân). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still accessible by stairs if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at iColor Dalat Hostel?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or near the front of the building. The 1st floor picks up traffic noise from Đặng Thái Thân, and rooms near the lift shaft can hear ding sounds and footfall.
Is iColor Dalat Hostel noisy?
Đặng Thái Thân is a narrow street used by motorbikes and cars, plus early-morning market traffic. The hotel is near the central market, so expect some buzz from 6am. The lift is small and may be noisy when in use.
Which rooms have the best views at iColor Dalat Hostel?
Front-facing rooms on floors 3-5 look out over Đặng Thái Thân – you see the Dalat cityscape and hills, but also hear motorbikes. Back-facing rooms see the hotel’s courtyard or neighbouring buildings; less view but quieter.
What are insider tips for staying at iColor Dalat Hostel?
1. Ask for a back-facing room on check-in – the front street can be loud with motorbikes from 7am. 2. If you arrive by car, note that Đặng Thái Thân has limited parking; the hostel may have a small lot or street parking nearby – confirm ahead.
What time is check-in at iColor Dalat Hostel?
Check-in at iColor Dalat Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does iColor Dalat Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, typical speed 10-15 Mbps down/5 Mbps up; password posted at reception, no login portal.
Is there a city or tourist tax at iColor Dalat Hostel?
None (included in quoted rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near iColor Dalat Hostel?
Bánh mì from a street cart: 10,000–20,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from iColor Dalat Hostel?
Local bus 1, 2, or 4: 7,000 VND per ride; airport bus (xe buýt sân bay Liên Khương) costs 40,000 VND one way.
When is the best time to visit Da Lat?
December and January: clear skies, cool nights, and the flower festival in late December boosts the atmosphere. Also April: start of the rainy season but still mostly dry, with fewer tourists than peak summer.
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.