Your stay — Royal Crest Hotel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Royal Crest Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor, ideally 5th or above, to minimize street noise from Le Loi Street. These rooms will also have a better view of the surrounding cityscape.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors, especially those near the service entrance or lift, as you may be disturbed by staff and guest traffic.
Best views
Rooms on the west-facing side of the hotel (assuming a standard orientation) may offer a view of the nearby Ho Chi Minh Museum or the Perfume River.
Quietest floors
Floors 5-7 are likely to be the quietest, given the hotel's layout and location.
🔊 Noise notes
As Le Loi Street is a busy road, rooms on lower floors may be affected by traffic noise, especially during peak hours. Additionally, the hotel's service entrance and lift may generate some noise.
Insider tips
Request a room with a refrigerator, as not all rooms come equipped with one. This will be especially useful for storing snacks and drinks. Take advantage of the hotel's location by walking to the nearby Dong Ba Market, which offers a wide variety of local street food and souvenirs.
- 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 — Royal Crest Hotel
Free Wi-Fi with speeds up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints
Lift serves all floors and wings, with stairs-only access to some historic sections
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) and local newspapers
Check-in: 14:00, Check-out: 12:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 18:00 costs VND 200,000
Limited free baggage storage available for up to 24 hours, VND 50,000 per day for longer storage
Step-free access to main areas, wheelchair entries at main foyer and lift; some rooms may have limited accessibility
On-site parking available for VND 200,000 per night; nearest public car park ( Nguyen Thai Hoc Car Park) VND 100,000 per day; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: VND 50,000 per night per person (subject to change)
Deposit & card hold: VND 500,000 advance deposit, VND 1,000,000 incidental card hold at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong (VND)
Travellers can exchange currency at the airport or a local bank, but the rates may not be favorable. It's recommended to exchange at a local bank or use an ATM to get a better rate.
Most major credit cards are accepted in Hue, including Visa, Mastercard, and JCB. Contactless payments are becoming more common, and mobile payments like Viettel Pay and VNPay are popular among locals.
Tipping is not mandatory but is appreciated for good service. 5,000-10,000 VND (0.20-0.40 USD) for restaurant staff and 10,000-20,000 VND (0.40-0.80 USD) for taxi drivers is considered sufficient.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cup of coffee costs around 10,000-15,000 VND (0.40-0.60 USD) at a local café.
A bowl of banh mi (Vietnamese sandwich) costs around 20,000-30,000 VND (0.80-1.20 USD) at a street food stall.
A meal at a local restaurant, like Com Ga (chicken rice), costs around 30,000-50,000 VND (1.20-2.00 USD) for a main dish.
The most popular street food areas are around the Imperial City and in the alleys surrounding the Perfume River.
Local supermarkets like VinMart and Co.opmart are common in Hue.
You can find affordable clothing at markets like the Dong Ba Market or at local shops along the streets of Phan Dinh Giot.
The cheapest way to get around is by motorbike (rental costs around 150,000-200,000 VND or 6-8 USD per day) or by walking. A day pass for the local bus costs around 10,000-20,000 VND (0.40-0.80 USD) and the airport bus costs around 30,000-40,000 VND (1.20-1.60 USD).
Avoid eating at touristy restaurants and try local street food for a more authentic and affordable experience.Use public transportation instead of taxis to save money.Bargain when shopping at markets or from local vendors.
Emergency Contacts
HueFor tourist police or English assistance in Hue, call +84 234 3823 275 (Hue Tourist Police). For general non-emergency help, dial 1080 (directory and info service). Save your hotel’s front desk number, too – staff can often translate or call on your behalf.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Hue, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Royal Crest Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Hue Railway Station → Pilgrimage Village Hotel
💡 Always use Grab, not street taxis. The app shows the fixed price upfront, plus you can tip in VND digitally.
Phu Bai International Airport (HUI) → Pilgrimage Village Hotel
💡 Book through the hotel front desk for a fixed rate – cheaper than hailing at the airport, and they track the flight for delays.
Trang Tien Bridge Pier → Thien Mu Pagoda Pier (15 min walk to hotel)
💡 Works only Oct–Apr when the river's high enough. The tram is a converted sampan – slow but scenic, and you skip city traffic.
Hue City Centre (Ben Xe Trung Tam) → Thuy Xuan Ward (near Pilgrimage Village)
💡 The bus drops you on Nguyen Sinh Cung, then it's a 800m walk through the village lane – fine in dry weather, muddy after rain.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Royal Crest Hotel?
Request a room on a higher floor, ideally 5th or above, to minimize street noise from Le Loi Street. These rooms will also have a better view of the surrounding cityscape.
Which rooms should I avoid at Royal Crest Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the lower floors, especially those near the service entrance or lift, as you may be disturbed by staff and guest traffic.
Is Royal Crest Hotel noisy?
As Le Loi Street is a busy road, rooms on lower floors may be affected by traffic noise, especially during peak hours. Additionally, the hotel's service entrance and lift may generate some noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Royal Crest Hotel?
Rooms on the west-facing side of the hotel (assuming a standard orientation) may offer a view of the nearby Ho Chi Minh Museum or the Perfume River.
What are insider tips for staying at Royal Crest Hotel?
Request a room with a refrigerator, as not all rooms come equipped with one. This will be especially useful for storing snacks and drinks. Take advantage of the hotel's location by walking to the nearby Dong Ba Market, which offers a wide variety of local street food and souvenirs.
What time is check-in at Royal Crest Hotel?
Check-in at Royal Crest Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Royal Crest Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi with speeds up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Royal Crest Hotel?
VND 50,000 per night per person (subject to change)
Where can I eat cheaply near Royal Crest Hotel?
A bowl of banh mi (Vietnamese sandwich) costs around 20,000-30,000 VND (0.80-1.20 USD) at a street food stall.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Royal Crest Hotel?
The cheapest way to get around is by motorbike (rental costs around 150,000-200,000 VND or 6-8 USD per day) or by walking. A day pass for the local bus costs around 10,000-20,000 VND (0.40-0.80 USD) and the airport bus costs around 30,000-40,000 VND (1.20-1.60 USD).
Top Attractions in Hue
💡 Visit at dusk when the bridge is lit with colour-changing LEDs—best seen from the pedestrian path on the south bank.
💡 Check the schedule for rotating exhibitions; the courtyard cafe is a quiet spot for cheap pho (around 30,000 VND).
💡 The pagoda is a 20-minute walk from the citadel via the river path; combine with a free wander through the nearby park at sunset.
💡 Go on the last Sunday of the month when admission is free for everyone, but arrive early to avoid queues in the heat.
💡 Combine with the nearby Tomb of Khai Dinh on a bike hire, which costs about 50,000 VND (£1.50) for the day.