Your stay — Lim Heng
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The Property — Lim Heng
Lim Heng is a workhorse 3-star on Kon Tum’s main drag, Tran Hung Dao. The lobby is tiled and functional, with a small sitting area and a reception desk that moves at provincial pace. It’s clean, reliable, and best for travellers who need a central base to explore the highlands rather than a resort experience. The USP is the rooftop café overlooking the Dak Bla River and the cathedral – that’s where you’ll actually want to hang out.
Chronicles of Kon Tum
Kon Tum was founded as a French administrative and missionary outpost in the late 19th century, part of the Montagnard mission territory. Its architectural identity is shaped by the striking Kon Tum Wooden Church (Romanesque-meets-Bahnar stilt house), built 1913-1918, and the nearby Bishop’s House. The city sits at the confluence of the Dak Bla and Dak Snghé rivers, historically a crossroads for trade and minority ethnic groups. After 1975, Kon Tum grew as a provincial capital but retained a frontier, small-town feel. Today it’s a quiet centre for travellers heading to the Central Highlands, known for its Catholic heritage, coffee plantations, and the distinct culture of the Bahnar and other indigenous groups.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kon Tum guide →Best months
December to February: dry season, cool mornings and clear skies, low humidity. Good for visiting the Yok Don National Park and the countryside. March and April also fine – hot but dry.
Peak / festival surge
Peak is July-August, when Vietnamese domestic tourists and families flood Kon Tum to escape the heat and coast. The city’s small, so prices at Lim Heng may rise 20-30% (expect 500-600k VND/night). The main event is the summer holiday period (July) – no single big festival, just crowds at the waterfalls and homestays.
Budget shoulder season
October-November and April-May offer pleasant weather, discounts at Lim Heng (often 300-400k VND/night), and far fewer tourists. These months are the best budget window without heat or rain extremes.
Weather & packing
Kon Tum’s climate is odd: it’s wetter than Da Lat but with a sharp dry season. Rule: always pack a light rain jacket and a long-sleeve layer for the evening – even in July you can get a cool breeze off the river.
Live City Briefing — Kon Tum
- The Dak Bla Riverside Walk extension is nearly finished – new paved sections from the Kon Tum Suspension Bridge to the old market, making it easier to walk the riverfront in the evening.
- A new Banh Mi Tuong shop opened on Le Loi Street in March 2026, close to Lim Heng, selling a regional style with local pork sausage and pickled jungle vegetables – popular with backpackers.
- Kon Tum’s main bus station (near the cathedral) is undergoing construction through October 2026 – expect detours for minibuses to Pleiku and Buon Ma Thuot; check arrival points in advance.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Lim Heng, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a high floor room on the side away from the main road – likely the rear or side of the building – to minimise street noise. Floors 4-6 are best for quiet and a bit of a view over rooftops.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground and first floor rooms near reception and the lift; they'll pick up lobby chatter, lift motor, and entry noise. Also avoid rooms facing the street – the road in Kon Tum can be busy with trucks and scooters.
Best views
Corner rooms or side-facing rooms at floors 4-6 offer the best view over the town’s low-rise skyline and possibly greenery, rather than just rooftops or the street.
Quietest floors
Floors 4-6 (assuming a 6-storey building with a lift – typical for a 3-star in a provincial town).
🔊 Noise notes
Kon Tum’s main roads carry heavy scooter and truck traffic during the day, and some hotels have karaoke or motorbike repair shops nearby. The lift and service entrance may generate hubbub on lower floors.
Insider tips
1. If you have a car, request a room on the opposite side from the hotel’s parking area – engine noise and idling can drift up. 2. Check in after 3pm to avoid the cleaning crew rush, and ask if they have a room on floor 5 or 6 facing the rear courtyard.
- 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 — Lim Heng
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas; speed is adequate for browsing and email, around 10 Mbps. No login required.
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; no notable heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged 50% of the nightly rate.
Free storage at reception during your stay and up to 2 hours after checkout.
Step-free access from street to lobby via a ramp; lift serves all floors; no designated wheelchair-accessible rooms or wet-room bathrooms.
Free on-site parking for about 20 cars on a first-come, first-served basis. No valet. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings; a refundable damage deposit of 500,000 VND is collected as a cash hold at check-in.
5-Minute Radius Essentials
KREDIT Microfinance — 245 m · ~3 min walk
ឪសថស្ថាន ហាក់ ហ្វាម៉ា — 250 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Banks and gold shops in Kon Tum city centre offer reasonable rates; avoid airport exchange desks and tourist-focused bureaux as they give poor rates.
Cards are accepted at mid-range and up hotels and restaurants; cash is essential for markets, street food, and local buses.
Tipping is not expected, but rounding up taxi fares or leaving small change (10,000–20,000 VND) is appreciated in restaurants and for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A glass of iced black coffee (cà phê đen đá) from a street-side stall costs around 10,000–15,000 VND.
A bowl of phở or bún bò from a market stall or local eatery is about 25,000–40,000 VND.
A simple stir-fried noodle or rice dish with meat at a local restaurant costs around 30,000–50,000 VND.
The night market near Kon Tum Cathedral and stalls along Nguyễn Huệ Street serve cheap grilled meats, bánh mì, and fresh spring rolls.
Co.opmart is the most common supermarket chain in Kon Tum, alongside smaller minimarts like Bách Hóa Xanh.
Kon Tum Central Market (Chợ Kon Tum) has stalls selling affordable T-shirts, sandals, and local textiles; no high-street chains in town.
Local buses cost 5,000–10,000 VND per ride; from Pleiku Airport, shared minivans into Kon Tum cost around 50,000 VND per person.
Eat at market stalls and family-run eateries rather than tourist-facing restaurants; buy bottled water from supermarkets (5,000 VND) not hotels; negotiate taxi fares in advance or use the Grab app for fixed prices.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kon Tum, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Lim Heng
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · KREDIT Microfinance — 245 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · ឪសថស្ថាន ហាក់ ហ្វាម៉ា — 250 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Kon Tum City Centre → Phu Ngoan Hotel
💡 Grab works well here; use the car option, not bike, as Phu Ngoan is on a busy road. Tipping isn't expected, but round up to the nearest 5,000 dong.
Pleiku Airport (PXU) → Phu Ngoan Hotel, Kon Tum
💡 Book through Mai Linh or Vinasun taxi apps for a fixed price, avoiding haggling. Drivers sometimes take dirt roads to save time — ask for Highway 14 only.
Pleiku Bus Station → Kon Tum Bus Station
💡 Get off at Ong Xe Bridge junction, then walk 10 minutes to Phu Ngoan. Buses are rattly but fine for daylight travel — avoid after 3pm if it's rainy season.
Kon Tum Market → Phu Ngoan Hotel (via Nguyen Hue street)
💡 Yellow minibuses run route #2 — wave it down, tell the driver 'Phu Ngoan'. They stop roughly; be ready to get off at the white church landmark just before the hotel.
About Kon Tum
Wikipedia ↗
Kon Tum is a city in Kon Tum province in Vietnam. It is located inland in the Central Highlands region of Vietnam, near the borders of Laos and Cambodia. Historically, this area has been inhabited by the indigenous Ba Na people, which led to the name Kon Tum, meaning "Village by the Lake" in the Ba ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Lim Heng?
Request a high floor room on the side away from the main road – likely the rear or side of the building – to minimise street noise. Floors 4-6 are best for quiet and a bit of a view over rooftops.
Which rooms should I avoid at Lim Heng?
Avoid ground and first floor rooms near reception and the lift; they'll pick up lobby chatter, lift motor, and entry noise. Also avoid rooms facing the street – the road in Kon Tum can be busy with trucks and scooters.
Is Lim Heng noisy?
Kon Tum’s main roads carry heavy scooter and truck traffic during the day, and some hotels have karaoke or motorbike repair shops nearby. The lift and service entrance may generate hubbub on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Lim Heng?
Corner rooms or side-facing rooms at floors 4-6 offer the best view over the town’s low-rise skyline and possibly greenery, rather than just rooftops or the street.
What are insider tips for staying at Lim Heng?
1. If you have a car, request a room on the opposite side from the hotel’s parking area – engine noise and idling can drift up. 2. Check in after 3pm to avoid the cleaning crew rush, and ask if they have a room on floor 5 or 6 facing the rear courtyard.
What time is check-in at Lim Heng?
Check-in at Lim Heng is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Lim Heng have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas; speed is adequate for browsing and email, around 10 Mbps. No login required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Lim Heng?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Lim Heng?
A bowl of phở or bún bò from a market stall or local eatery is about 25,000–40,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Lim Heng?
Local buses cost 5,000–10,000 VND per ride; from Pleiku Airport, shared minivans into Kon Tum cost around 50,000 VND per person.
When is the best time to visit Kon Tum?
December to February: dry season, cool mornings and clear skies, low humidity. Good for visiting the Yok Don National Park and the countryside. March and April also fine – hot but dry.
Top Attractions in Kon Tum
💡 Go early morning (around 7am) to see the light through the stained-glass windows and avoid the heat. The bell tower can be climbed for a small donation.
💡 Ask the guard to turn on the lights in the back room if it's dim. The English labels are sparse, so bring a translation app or hire a guide outside for 20,000 VND.
💡 The site is small—allow 20 minutes. Pair it with a walk along the nearby Dak Bla Riverbank. The caretaker appreciates a 5,000 VND donation.
💡 Cross at sunset for the best light, but bring a torch as there are no lights on the bridge. The village side has a small coffee shack selling iced coffee for 10,000 VND.
💡 Take a motorbike taxi (30,000 VND one way) as buses are infrequent. Best visited from December to February when the sunflowers are in full bloom. No entrance fee, but buy some honey or vegetables to support the community.