Your stay — Legume
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The Property — Legume
Legume is a modest 3-star guesthouse a short walk from Da Lat’s central market, wrapped in a converted French-colonial villa with a cool, plant-filled courtyard. The lobby smells faintly of pine and coffee, with wooden floors, creaky stairs and a small fireplace that’s lit on chilly evenings. It suits independent travellers and couples who want character over polish, and don’t mind thin walls or a basic breakfast.
Chronicles of Da Lat
Da Lat was founded in the 1890s by French colonial doctor Alexandre Yersin, who chose the Langbian Plateau for its cool climate. The French built a hill station of Swiss-style chalets, Art Deco villas and a railway line, later expanded with grandiose structures like the 1930s Domaine de Marie church. After the Vietnam War, the city became a domestic honeymoon and coffee-growing hub, its architecture now a faded but photogenic blend of European and Vietnamese design. Contemporary Da Lat balances heritage tourism with new development: cable cars, flower gardens and a night market that spills into the streets.
Best Time to Visit
Full Da Lat guide →Best months
December and March: dry, sunny days with cool evenings, fewest downpours and manageable crowds for the flower gardens.
Peak / festival surge
Tet (late January/early February) and summer holidays (June-July) bring Vietnamese tourists, tripling prices and packing hotels. The city’s annual Flower Festival (December, every two years) also spikes demand.
Budget shoulder season
April and November: drier than average, cheaper rooms, half the tourists and still pleasant for hiking or lake walks.
Weather & packing
Da Lat’s climate is subtropical highland: cool year-round, but sudden afternoon rain is common even in ‘dry’ months. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and a warm sweater for evenings that drop to 13°C.
Live City Briefing — Da Lat
- Da Lat’s central market finished a renovation in late 2025, with cleaner stalls and a new covered food section, but the surrounding traffic remains chaotic on weekends.
- The cable car to Truc Lam Temple is closed for maintenance until August 2026, so use the alternative road route or skip it.
- July is peak rainy season: expect short, heavy downpours each afternoon, so plan outdoor activities for the morning.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Legume, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (4th or 5th) facing the rear garden, not the street. Quieter and more private.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors facing Bạch Đằng — constant motorbike and early-morning market traffic noise.
Best views
Top-floor rooms at the rear overlook the garden and neighbours' rooftops — pleasant green glimpse. Street-side rooms just see traffic and shopfronts.
Quietest floors
4th to 6th floors (top floor generally quietest, especially if you avoid the street side).
🔊 Noise notes
Bạch Đằng is a main road in Da Lat — start of market traffic by 6am, scooter horns till late. Hotel seems to have a small bar on ground floor; music may carry up the stairs.
Insider tips
1. Park your scooter in the covered rear bay (free, ask reception) — safer than on the street. 2. Check-in before 2pm to pick a top-floor rear room; front desk often happy to assign on arrival if you ask nicely.
- 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 — Legume
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed around 20–30 Mbps down; no login portal – just select network and connect.
A single passenger lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary papers. Free digital access to Vietnamese news via Tuoi Tre app on request from reception.
Standard check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop allowed from 08:00. Late check-out until 18:00 costs VND 300,000; after 18:00 charged as full night.
Free storage at front desk after check-out or before check-in, no time limit.
Step-free access from street to lobby via a ramp. Lift is wide enough for a standard wheelchair. No specially adapted bathrooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park at Hòa Bình Square, 200 m walk, costs VND 30,000 per hour or VND 150,000 overnight. No EV charging on site; nearest charger at V-Eco Station, 1.5 km away.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no city tax; 5% VAT already included in room rate)
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking for non-refundable rates; otherwise, a credit card hold of VND 500,000 for incidentals at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Tịnh xá Ngọc Đà (536 m · ~7 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Chùa Linh Quang (692 m · ~9 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Tuệ Quang (955 m · ~12 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Ni Viện Tuệ Quang (987 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Công viên Nguyễn Lương Bằng — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Museum Madam De Dalat — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Nhà Thuốc Lam Ngọc — 591 m · ~7 min walk
WinMart+ — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Trạm xe buýt tuyến ngoại thành — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Gold shops or banks in Da Lat city centre give best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureaux as they offer poor rates.
Cards accepted at mid-range hotels, some restaurants, and larger shops; cash is king at street stalls and local markets.
Not expected; round up taxi fares or leave small change at nicer restaurants — 10% is generous.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filtered iced coffee (cà phê sữa đá) from a street vendor: 10,000–15,000 VND.
Bánh mì or a bowl of phở from a local eatery: 20,000–30,000 VND.
Stir-fried noodles or rice dish at a family-run place: 30,000–50,000 VND.
Along Bạch Đằng near the market and around Hòa Bình Square for bánh căn, bánh mì xíu mại, and grilled skewers.
VinMart and Bách Hóa Xanh on nearby streets; also Da Lat Market for fresh produce.
Da Lat Market (Chợ Đà Lạt) for cheap clothing and souvenirs; no high-street chains in this area.
Walking is best locally; bike rental is cheapest (100,000–150,000 VND/day). From Lien Khuong Airport, take the yellow bus (40,000 VND) to the city centre.
Eat street food or at market stalls for cheap meals. Book accommodation direct for cash discounts. Stick to local coffee and fruit, not tourist cafes.
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 Legume
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk — pharmacy · Nhà Thuốc Lam Ngọc — 591 m · ~7 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 Legume?
Request a room on the upper floors (4th or 5th) facing the rear garden, not the street. Quieter and more private.
Which rooms should I avoid at Legume?
Rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors facing Bạch Đằng — constant motorbike and early-morning market traffic noise.
Is Legume noisy?
Bạch Đằng is a main road in Da Lat — start of market traffic by 6am, scooter horns till late. Hotel seems to have a small bar on ground floor; music may carry up the stairs.
Which rooms have the best views at Legume?
Top-floor rooms at the rear overlook the garden and neighbours' rooftops — pleasant green glimpse. Street-side rooms just see traffic and shopfronts.
What are insider tips for staying at Legume?
1. Park your scooter in the covered rear bay (free, ask reception) — safer than on the street. 2. Check-in before 2pm to pick a top-floor rear room; front desk often happy to assign on arrival if you ask nicely.
What time is check-in at Legume?
Check-in at Legume is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Legume have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed around 20–30 Mbps down; no login portal – just select network and connect.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Legume?
None (no city tax; 5% VAT already included in room rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Legume?
Bánh mì or a bowl of phở from a local eatery: 20,000–30,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Legume?
Walking is best locally; bike rental is cheapest (100,000–150,000 VND/day). From Lien Khuong Airport, take the yellow bus (40,000 VND) to the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Da Lat?
December and March: dry, sunny days with cool evenings, fewest downpours and manageable crowds for the flower gardens.
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.