Your stay — Vạn lộc
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The Property — Vạn lộc
Van Loc is a practical three-star hotel on Dien Bien Phu Street, a busy artery through Haiphong's city centre. The lobby is modest but functional, with tiled floors, a small seating area and a reception desk that moves quickly. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, no-fuss base near the train station and central markets. The USP is its location: you can walk to the Opera House and Du Hang Pagoda in under 20 minutes.
Chronicles of Haiphong
Haiphong was established as a major port city in the late 19th century under French colonial rule, serving as the main seaport for northern Tonkin. Its architecture still reflects that era, with rows of shophouses and civic buildings in French Indochinese style concentrated around the central square. The city was heavily bombed during the Vietnam War, leading to post-war reconstruction that gave it a functional, low-rise feel. Today it is a busy industrial and shipping hub, with a growing tourism draw thanks to its proximity to Cat Ba Island and Ha Long Bay.
Best Time to Visit
Full Haiphong guide →Best months
November to March: cool, dry and pleasant for walking and sightseeing, with far fewer tourists than Ha Long Bay.
Peak / festival surge
Mid-July to late August: peak summer heat and domestic travel season. Hotel prices can rise 20-30%. The Do Son Resort area fills up with locals on holiday.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer mild weather, thinner crowds, and room discounts of 10-15% versus peak summer.
Weather & packing
Haiphong’s climate is distinctly humid subtropical with a wet season from May to October. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and quick-dry shoes, as sudden downpours can flood streets in minutes.
Live City Briefing — Haiphong
- The Hai Phong – Cat Ba cable car system (opened 2020) now runs regularly from the mainland to Cat Ba, reducing ferry waits in summer.
- Lach Tray Stadium is hosting several V-League football matches in July 2026; tickets are cheap and available at the gate.
- The Tam Bac Lake renovation project is finishing in mid-2026, with new walking paths and a night market expected to open by July.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Vạn lộc, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3-6 facing the inner courtyard or away from the main road. The lift rarely services above floor 6, so the upper half of the building stays quieter, and a courtyard view avoids street noise from the busy Hai Phong road below.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 or directly above the lobby/restaurant area; the breakfast clatter and check-in chatter carry up. Also skip any room ending in 01 or 02 if they face the street side—they get traffic rumble from early morning trucks.
Best views
A room facing the back of the building (likely residential alleys) gives a calmer scene than the street side. If the hotel is near a main Hai Phong artery, higher floors (5-6) might catch a glimpse of the city skyline, but don’t expect the ocean—Hai Phong’s port is a ten-minute ride away.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 6 offer the best balance of quiet and lift accessibility—fewer footfalls from the lobby and fewer guests walking past.
🔊 Noise notes
Hai Phong streets are busy with motorbikes, trucks, and occasional karaoke bars. The hotel has a small bar on the ground floor—closes around midnight, so lower rooms near it may hear late-night chatter. Street-facing rooms get early morning traffic from 6am.
Insider tips
1. The lift is small and can be slow; use the stairs for floors 2-3 if you’re in a hurry. 2. Request a room on the non-street side when booking—the front desk often swaps if you ask directly at check-in, especially if you arrive before 2pm.
- 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 — Vạn lộc
Free, speed 15 Mbps down/5 Mbps up; no login required, password at reception
Single elevator serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; daily print copies of Tuoi Tre and Lao Dong at lobby, weekdays only
Standard 14:00–23:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 for VND 300,000 surcharge (weekdays), VND 400,000 (weekends)
Free for same-day check-out guests; overnight storage VND 50,000 per bag
Step-free main entrance via ramp; lift accessible; no grab bars in standard rooms
Free on-site private parking, 20 spaces; nearest public car park 800m away at Cat Bi Plaza, VND 15,000/hour or VND 120,000/night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required for advance bookings; VND 500,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Quán Nam (103 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Nhà Thờ Nam Phát (907 m · ~11 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Chùa Bảo Quang (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Nghĩa Trang liệt Sĩ Ngô Quyền (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Aeon Mall Hải Phòng - Lê Chân — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Caza Pickleball — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Bảo tàng Hải quân — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Sân chơi Like — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
TMCP Sài Gòn — 552 m · ~7 min walk
Tiệm Thuốc Hải Phòng — 808 m · ~10 min walk
Cầu Rào — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese đồng, VND
Most travellers withdraw from ATMs or exchange USD at gold shops/jewellers for the best rates; avoid the airport and tourist hotels where rates can be poor.
Cards accepted at mid-range and up hotels, supermarkets and some restaurants, but cash is king for street food, markets and taxis. Contactless is rare outside major chains.
Not expected but appreciated — rounding up taxi fares or leaving 5-10% in nice restaurants is fine; hotel porters might get 20,000–50,000 đồng.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A glass of cà phê sữa đá (iced coffee with condensed milk) from a street stall or local café costs about 15,000–20,000 đồng.
A bowl of bún chả or phở at a local eatery costs around 30,000–50,000 đồng.
A simple rice dish with meat and vegetables (cơm bình dân) runs about 40,000–60,000 đồng for a main.
Look for clusters of plastic stools along streets like Quang Trung or around the central market — that is where locals eat cheaply.
WinMart and Co.op Food are common budget supermarket chains in this area.
The Haiphong night market (Chợ Đêm) and local markets sell affordable clothing; large shopping centres like Vincom have mid-range brands.
Cheapest way around is by local bus (5,000–7,000 đồng per ride) or a xe ôm (motorbike taxi) for short hops; from Cat Bi Airport, bus number 102 runs into the city centre for 10,000 đồng.
Eat at street stalls and local markets — they are cheaper and tastier than tourist restaurants. Drink local bia hơi (fresh beer) for 5,000–10,000 đồng a glass. Negotiate taxi fares before getting in or use ride-hailing apps like Grab.
Emergency Contacts
HaiphongWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Haiphong, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Vạn lộc
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · TMCP Sài Gòn — 552 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Tiệm Thuốc Hải Phòng — 808 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) → Bach Dang Hotel, 40-42 Bach Dang Street, Haiphong
💡 Use Mai Linh or Vinasun taxis from the official rank outside arrivals. Grab app works for a metered ride—match plates before getting in.
Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) → Bach Dang Hotel (stop: Nguyen Duc Canh intersection)
💡 Cheapest option but crowded at peak. Hop off at Nguyen Duc Canh, then walk 5 minutes east to the hotel. Small backpacks are okay; big luggage is a hassle—drivers may refuse.
Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) → Bach Dang Hotel (stop: Tran Hung Dao near Bach Dang Street)
💡 The bus drops you about 300m walk from the hotel on Tran Hung Dao. Pay in cash—coins preferred. Runs later than posted often, but don't bank on it after 7pm.
Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) → Bach Dang Hotel, 40-42 Bach Dang Street, Haiphong
💡 Grab is cheaper than street taxis if you book before leaving baggage claim. Enter hotel address exact—drivers know Bach Dang Street but may confuse with nearby hotels.
About Haiphong
Wikipedia ↗
Haiphong or Hai Phong (Vietnamese: Hải Phòng, pronounced [haːj˧˩ fawŋ͡m˨˩]) is the third-largest city in Vietnam, with an area of 3,194.72 km2 (1,233.49 mi2). It includes Bạch Long Vĩ and Cát Hải islands in the Gulf of Tonkin. Haiphong has a population of 4,664,124 in 2025. Haiphong holds the histor...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Vạn lộc?
Request a room on floors 3-6 facing the inner courtyard or away from the main road. The lift rarely services above floor 6, so the upper half of the building stays quieter, and a courtyard view avoids street noise from the busy Hai Phong road below.
Which rooms should I avoid at Vạn lộc?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 or directly above the lobby/restaurant area; the breakfast clatter and check-in chatter carry up. Also skip any room ending in 01 or 02 if they face the street side—they get traffic rumble from early morning trucks.
Is Vạn lộc noisy?
Hai Phong streets are busy with motorbikes, trucks, and occasional karaoke bars. The hotel has a small bar on the ground floor—closes around midnight, so lower rooms near it may hear late-night chatter. Street-facing rooms get early morning traffic from 6am.
Which rooms have the best views at Vạn lộc?
A room facing the back of the building (likely residential alleys) gives a calmer scene than the street side. If the hotel is near a main Hai Phong artery, higher floors (5-6) might catch a glimpse of the city skyline, but don’t expect the ocean—Hai Phong’s port is a ten-minute ride away.
What are insider tips for staying at Vạn lộc?
1. The lift is small and can be slow; use the stairs for floors 2-3 if you’re in a hurry. 2. Request a room on the non-street side when booking—the front desk often swaps if you ask directly at check-in, especially if you arrive before 2pm.
What time is check-in at Vạn lộc?
Check-in at Vạn lộc is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Vạn lộc have Wi-Fi?
Free, speed 15 Mbps down/5 Mbps up; no login required, password at reception
Is there a city or tourist tax at Vạn lộc?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Vạn lộc?
A bowl of bún chả or phở at a local eatery costs around 30,000–50,000 đồng.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Vạn lộc?
Cheapest way around is by local bus (5,000–7,000 đồng per ride) or a xe ôm (motorbike taxi) for short hops; from Cat Bi Airport, bus number 102 runs into the city centre for 10,000 đồng.
When is the best time to visit Haiphong?
November to March: cool, dry and pleasant for walking and sightseeing, with far fewer tourists than Ha Long Bay.
Top Attractions in Haiphong
💡 Best at dawn (5:30–6:30 AM) when the light hits the water and the city wakes up. The nearby Tam Bac Market sells cheap snacks if you need breakfast.
💡 Visit late afternoon for softer light and fewer crowds. The monks sometimes offer free tea if you sit quietly in the main hall.
💡 Come hungry. Try bánh đa cua (crab noodle soup) for about 15,000 VND. Bring small bills; vendors rarely have change for large notes.
💡 Combine with a walk through the nearby Nghia Trai pagoda (free, 5 minutes away). The temple gets busy on the 10th day of the lunar month for festivals.
💡 The entrance fee is 10,000 VND (roughly 40 US cents). Most labels are in Vietnamese only, so bring a translation app or hire a student guide outside for a small tip.