Your stay — LeNa
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The Property — LeNa
LeNa is a compact three-star guesthouse on a quiet lane near Da Lat Market. The lobby feels like a friend's living room: polished wood, a small reception desk and a pot of local coffee always on the go. Rooms are clean and functional with big windows that let in the misty mountain light. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a central base without the frills of a resort.
Chronicles of Da Lat
Da Lat was founded in the 1890s by French colonial doctor Alexandre Yersin, who chose the Lang Biang Plateau for its cool climate. The French built a hill station of Art Deco villas, a Gothic cathedral and a railway line, turning it into a summer retreat for Saigon's elite. After 1975, the city became a honeymoon favourite, then a hub for coffee and flower farming. Today its pine forests, lakes and faded colonial architecture draw domestic tourists and a growing number of international visitors. The city still feels like a quiet alpine town, with a distinctly Vietnamese temperament.
Best Time to Visit
Full Da Lat guide →Best months
March-April and November — sunny days, less rain, and the tail ends of the dry season. Crowds are moderate; the hydrangeas and roses in the valley are at their peak.
Peak / festival surge
December and Lunar New Year (late January/early February) are the busiest. Domestic tourists fill every hotel, prices double, and traffic jams clog the lake road. The Da Lat Flower Festival (usually late December) draws extra crowds.
Budget shoulder season
September-October and May are quiet, with scattered showers but good rates. Hotels often offer 20-30% discounts, and the valley's waterfalls are at their fullest.
Weather & packing
Da Lat's climate is subtropical highland: cool year-round (15-24°C) with a pronounced rainy season from May to October. Pack a waterproof jacket or umbrella — sudden downpours are common — and a light fleece for chilly evenings.
Live City Briefing — Da Lat
- Da Lat's cable car to Robin Hill has reopened after a two-year renovation, offering clear views over Tuyen Lam Lake on dry days.
- The city council has banned private cars from the central market area on weekends to ease congestion — taxis and motorbikes are your best bet.
- New night market stalls along Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street are now open until 10pm, selling grilled corn, sticky rice cakes and artichoke tea.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to LeNa, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear garden or side alley, away from the street. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise while keeping lift access quick, and the garden side tends to be quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those near the lobby or service areas) and any rooms facing the main road at the front—street traffic in Da Lat can be loud with motorbikes and tour buses. Also skip rooms immediately next to the lift shaft.
Best views
Limited street-level views typical of a city-centre hotel: a rear or side-facing room might overlook a neighbouring garden or quiet lane; the front view will be of the road and parked cars.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 4 (of likely 4 floors; lift serves all levels).
🔊 Noise notes
Da Lat is a hill station with narrow streets—motorbikes, early market activity, and guest arrivals create intermittent noise until late evening. The hotel’s central location means you may also hear nearby café music or tour-group chatter from the street.
Insider tips
1. If driving, ask if they have off-street parking—street parking is tight and often paid. 2. At check-in, politely request a room away from the lift and street side; early check-in (before 2pm) improves your chances of a quiet spot.
- 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 — LeNa
Free Wi-Fi throughout property; typical speed around 15 Mbps download; no login required, just select network
One passenger lift serves all floors
No printed newspapers; no digital newsstand provided
Standard check-in from 14:00; early check-in by request for bag drop if room is ready; late check-out until 12:00 is free, after 12:00 charged 50% of night rate
Free luggage storage at reception for early arrivals and post-check-out
Step-free entry via ramp at main door; ground-floor rooms available; lift fits a standard wheelchair, but no dedicated accessible bathroom
On-site private parking free of charge for guests; no valet; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a refundable damage deposit of 500,000 VND is taken in cash or card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Nhà thờ An Bình (475 m · ~6 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Chua Bo De (809 m · ~10 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Chùa Lộc Uyển (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Nhà thờ Chánh tòa (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Go — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Công trường Cộng Hòa — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Crazy House — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
An Phuc — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Khang khách Grap — 667 m · ~8 min walk
Bến Xe Liên Tỉnh — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
ATMs are the best option; hotel and gold shops give fair rates for cash USD. Avoid airport and tourist-area exchange counters — poor rates and hidden fees.
Visa and Mastercard accepted at mid-range and up hotels, restaurants, and large shops. Cash still essential for street food, markets, small taxis, and motorbike rentals.
Not expected but appreciated — round up taxi fare or leave 5-10,000 VND for good service. Hotels and nicer restaurants may add 5-10% service charge; check bill.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Cà phê sữa đá (iced milk coffee) from street stalls or local cafes — 10,000-20,000 VND for a takeaway.
Bánh mì or a bowl of phở from a street stall — 15,000-30,000 VND.
A hotpot or grilled pork rice plate at a local eatery — 40,000-80,000 VND for a main.
Da Lat Night Market (Chợ Đêm Đà Lạt) on Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai and the surrounding streets for bánh tráng nướng (grilled rice paper), skewers, and hot soya milk.
Go! (formerly Big C) or Lotte Mart (just outside central area) for budget basics; smaller local mini-marts for day-to-day.
Da Lat Market (Chợ Đà Lạt) and the night market stalls for cheap casual wear, fleeces, and souvenirs.
Walking is best for central Da Lat. For longer distances, rent a motorbike (100,000-200,000 VND/day) or use Grab (car ~40,000-80,000 VND per ride within town). Airport: take the yellow airport bus (~35,000 VND) from Lien Khuong to the city centre.
1) Eat at local street stalls, not tourist restaurants near the market. 2) Buy bottled water and snacks at mini-marts, not hotels. 3) Negotiate taxi fares or use Grab for fixed pricing — agree on price before getting in.
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 LeNa
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk — pharmacy · An Phuc — 1.5 km · ~19 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 LeNa?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear garden or side alley, away from the street. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise while keeping lift access quick, and the garden side tends to be quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at LeNa?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those near the lobby or service areas) and any rooms facing the main road at the front—street traffic in Da Lat can be loud with motorbikes and tour buses. Also skip rooms immediately next to the lift shaft.
Is LeNa noisy?
Da Lat is a hill station with narrow streets—motorbikes, early market activity, and guest arrivals create intermittent noise until late evening. The hotel’s central location means you may also hear nearby café music or tour-group chatter from the street.
Which rooms have the best views at LeNa?
Limited street-level views typical of a city-centre hotel: a rear or side-facing room might overlook a neighbouring garden or quiet lane; the front view will be of the road and parked cars.
What are insider tips for staying at LeNa?
1. If driving, ask if they have off-street parking—street parking is tight and often paid. 2. At check-in, politely request a room away from the lift and street side; early check-in (before 2pm) improves your chances of a quiet spot.
What time is check-in at LeNa?
Check-in at LeNa is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does LeNa have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout property; typical speed around 15 Mbps download; no login required, just select network
Is there a city or tourist tax at LeNa?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near LeNa?
Bánh mì or a bowl of phở from a street stall — 15,000-30,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from LeNa?
Walking is best for central Da Lat. For longer distances, rent a motorbike (100,000-200,000 VND/day) or use Grab (car ~40,000-80,000 VND per ride within town). Airport: take the yellow airport bus (~35,000 VND) from Lien Khuong to the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Da Lat?
March-April and November — sunny days, less rain, and the tail ends of the dry season. Crowds are moderate; the hydrangeas and roses in the valley are at their peak.
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.