Your stay — Thác Dray Sap
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The Property — Thác Dray Sap
Thác Dray Sap is a functional 3-star basecamp near Kon Tum, not a destination hotel. The lobby feels like a provincial business hotel – tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a few imitation leather armchairs. Its main draw is proximity to the Dray Sap waterfall (the hotel is named after it, though the falls are a 30-minute drive away) and simple, clean rooms at a budget price. Best for independent travellers or small groups who want a no-frills place to sleep while exploring Kon Tum’s highlands and waterfalls.
Chronicles of Kon Tum
Kon Tum was founded in the mid-19th century as a French missionary outpost, with the Romanesque-style Kon Tum Wooden Church (1913) still standing as a landmark. The city grew around the crossroads of trade routes to Laos and Cambodia, and its architecture blends French colonial villas with traditional Bahnar stilt houses. Today, Kon Tum is the cultural heart of the Central Highlands, known for its minority ethnic communities (Bahnar, Jarai) and a slow-paced, unhurried vibe that attracts travellers seeking authentic upland life.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kon Tum guide →Best months
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Peak / festival surge
July is peak rainy season, but also the height of domestic travel for summer holidays. Expect frequent afternoon downpours and higher humidity. Hotel prices can rise 20-30% during July, driven by family trips and the Kon Tum Waterfall Festival (usually late June/early July).
Budget shoulder season
MarchNovember
Weather & packing
Kon Tum has a tropical monsoon climate: rain can appear suddenly even in dry season. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and quick-dry trousers, and always carry an umbrella from April to October.
Live City Briefing — Kon Tum
- The Kon Tum Waterfall Festival (late June-early July) means increased traffic on National Route 14 near the falls; allow extra travel time.
- A new bypass road around Kon Tum city centre opened in late 2025, reducing through-traffic jams on Nguyen Hue Street.
- The Kon Tum Museum reopened in March 2026 after a year-long renovation, with expanded exhibits on ethnic minority history and the Ho Chi Minh Trail.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Thác Dray Sap, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the upper floors (4th-6th) facing away from the main road or towards the rear garden/courtyard. These offer better privacy and less street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground or first floor, especially those near the lobby, restaurant, or service areas. Also avoid rooms directly overlooking the front parking area.
Best views
Rooms at the rear or side of the building likely overlook the river/canyon area (if near the waterfall), or at least offer a greener, quieter outlook. Front-facing rooms see the street and parking.
Quietest floors
4th to 6th floors are the quietest, away from ground-floor activity and lift lobby traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
Kon Tum is a small city, but Thác Dray Sap is near a main road and popular with tour groups. Expect early morning bus arrivals and occasional motorbike noise. The ground floor restaurant can be lively at breakfast.
Insider tips
1) Request a room on the river/canyon side if available — the waterfall views are the main draw, but rooms on that side are quieter. 2) Check in early (before 2pm) to secure a high-floor, rear-facing room, as the hotel is often fully booked with tour groups.
- 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 — Thác Dray Sap
Free basic WiFi in all rooms and public areas; speed is adequate for browsing and email but not HD streaming. No login required—just accept terms.
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary printed English-language newspapers (Vietnam News, The Saigon Times) in the lobby each morning. No digital newsstand.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00 is free, after 12:00 is charged 50% of the nightly rate.
Complimentary for same-day before check-in and after check-out.
A ramp at the main entrance and a wheelchair-accessible room on the ground floor. Lift doors are standard width (80 cm); no grab bars in public restrooms. Terrain around the property is flat.
Free on-site parking for up to 40 cars. No valet. No EV charging. The nearest public car park is 300 m away at Kon Tum Market, costing VND 10,000 per hour.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A full first-night deposit is taken at booking; a VND 500,000 incidental hold is placed on your card at check-in.
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
ATMs are common in Kon Tum town; avoid currency exchange at airports or tourist bureaux as rates are poor. For better rates, use bank ATMs like Vietcombank or BIDV.
Visa and Mastercard are accepted in major hotels and supermarkets in Kon Tum town; small shops, street stalls, and taxis expect cash.
Tipping is not expected in Vietnam; rounding up the bill or leaving small change is appreciated but not required. Do not feel obligated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Iced black coffee (cà phê đen đá) at a local café costs about 15,000–20,000 VND.
A bowl of phở or bún bò Huế from a street stall or local eatery costs around 30,000–50,000 VND.
A main dish of cơm tấm (broken rice with grilled pork) or bún thịt nướng (grilled pork noodles) at a simple restaurant is about 40,000–60,000 VND.
Street food is concentrated around Kon Tum market and along Nguyễn Huệ street in the evenings, serving grilled meats, spring rolls, and noodle dishes.
Budget supermarkets include VinMart and Co.op Food; these are common in Kon Tum town with basic supplies.
Kon Tum market (Chợ Kon Tum) offers affordable casual clothing and local textiles; no high-street chain stores are present.
Cheapest way to get around town is by xe ôm (motorbike taxi) for short trips at 10,000–20,000 VND. From the airport (Pleiku), a shared minibus to Kon Tum costs about 80,000 VND per person.
Eat at busy street stalls for cheapest meals; drink local bia Saigon or bia Hà Nội (about 10,000–15,000 VND per can) instead of imported; negotiate prices at the market for souvenirs or clothing.
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 Thác Dray Sap
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 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 Thác Dray Sap?
Request rooms on the upper floors (4th-6th) facing away from the main road or towards the rear garden/courtyard. These offer better privacy and less street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Thác Dray Sap?
Avoid rooms on the ground or first floor, especially those near the lobby, restaurant, or service areas. Also avoid rooms directly overlooking the front parking area.
Is Thác Dray Sap noisy?
Kon Tum is a small city, but Thác Dray Sap is near a main road and popular with tour groups. Expect early morning bus arrivals and occasional motorbike noise. The ground floor restaurant can be lively at breakfast.
Which rooms have the best views at Thác Dray Sap?
Rooms at the rear or side of the building likely overlook the river/canyon area (if near the waterfall), or at least offer a greener, quieter outlook. Front-facing rooms see the street and parking.
What are insider tips for staying at Thác Dray Sap?
1) Request a room on the river/canyon side if available — the waterfall views are the main draw, but rooms on that side are quieter. 2) Check in early (before 2pm) to secure a high-floor, rear-facing room, as the hotel is often fully booked with tour groups.
What time is check-in at Thác Dray Sap?
Check-in at Thác Dray Sap is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Thác Dray Sap have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi in all rooms and public areas; speed is adequate for browsing and email but not HD streaming. No login required—just accept terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Thác Dray Sap?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Thác Dray Sap?
A bowl of phở or bún bò Huế from a street stall or local eatery costs around 30,000–50,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Thác Dray Sap?
Cheapest way to get around town is by xe ôm (motorbike taxi) for short trips at 10,000–20,000 VND. From the airport (Pleiku), a shared minibus to Kon Tum costs about 80,000 VND per person.
When is the best time to visit Kon Tum?
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
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.