Your stay — Thanh Do
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The Property — Thanh Do
The Thanh Do is a no-nonsense three-star on Kon Tum’s main drag, Tran Hung Dao. Its lobby feels like a comfortable provincial business hotel: tiled floors, a reception desk with a fresh orchid, and staff who answer questions directly. The USP is location — you can walk to the central market and the riverfront in ten minutes — and a rooftop breakfast room with views over the Dak Bla River. It suits independent travellers who want a clean, reliable base without frills.
Chronicles of Kon Tum
Kon Tum was founded in the late 19th century by French missionaries, who built the striking Romanesque wooden church that still dominates the skyline. Under the Nguyễn dynasty it was a minor outpost, but during the Vietnam War it became a strategic front line, earning the nickname 'City of the Pine Trees' for its plantation-planted hills. Today it’s the capital of Kon Tum Province and a cultural crossroads for the Bahnar, Jarai and other indigenous groups. The city’s identity is quiet, low-rise and deeply connected to the Central Highlands’ coffee and rubber plantations, with a slowly growing tourism scene centred on ethnic minority villages and the nearby Yaly Lake.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kon Tum guide →Best months
November to January: dry, cool mornings (15–20°C) and clear skies, ideal for exploring villages and the lake. Fewer domestic tourists than the peak season.
Peak / festival surge
Peak is July-August (summer holidays). Hotels like Thanh Do fill with Vietnamese families and some expats. Prices rise 30-40% from shoulder. The main event is the Kon Tum National Tourism Year (some years), but mostly just general holiday demand.
Budget shoulder season
Best shoulder is April-June: dry but warming up, hotel rates are low, and crowds are thin. Also October: the rains taper off and you get good deals.
Weather & packing
Kon Tum’s climate quirk is that it’s one of the wettest places in the Central Highlands from June to October — expect daily heavy downpours. Pack a light waterproof jacket and waterproof shoes; leave the umbrella at home because the wind often turns them inside out.
Live City Briefing — Kon Tum
- Kon Tum’s main bridge over the Dak Bla River has been undergoing repairs — expect delays if driving from Pleiku, but walkable from the hotel.
- A new weekend night market has opened near the wooden church, selling local weavings and grilled meats — it’s loud but worth a stroll.
- The monsoon is in full swing in July: some mountain roads to villages like Kon Klor can be muddy; hire a 4x4 or use local guides.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Thanh Do, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 3 or 4 facing away from the main street (likely south side). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor (especially those near the reception or lift lobby) as street noise and foot traffic from the entrance penetrate most. Also skip any rooms directly above the bar/restaurant area on the ground floor.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (3-4) facing the south or east side typically overlook the quieter residential streets or the Dak Bla River, rather than the main road. Ask for 'rear-facing' or 'city-side' view.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, assuming the hotel has 4 or 5 floors total. These are above street-level bustle and away from the lift's frequent stops on lower floors.
🔊 Noise notes
Kon Tum's main street can have motorbike traffic and occasional trucks from early morning (around 6am) until late evening. The hotel bar/restaurant on the ground floor may generate chatter and music until 10pm. The lift motor is audible from adjoining rooms.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, ask about free street parking out back rather than the cramped front lot. 2. Request a top-floor room for better airflow — the hotel's 3-star rating means AC may be weak, and higher floors catch more breeze.
- 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 — Thanh Do
Free WiFi in all rooms and public areas; typical speed around 10–20 Mbps for browsing and streaming; login via room number and surname.
One lift serves all floors; no stairs-only sections.
No free digital newsstand; limited Vietnamese-language physical newspapers in the lobby on request.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged 50% of nightly rate until 18:00, after 18:00 full night charged.
Free luggage storage at reception for day of check-out.
Step-free access from street via ramp to lobby; lift serves all floors; no dedicated accessible rooms; bathroom thresholds are standard height; wheelchair users may need assistance.
Free on-site parking for cars and motorbikes (uncovered, open lot); no valet; no EV charging; nearest public car park is along Tran Hung Dao street (free, 5 min walk).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via booking site or direct deposit; a 500,000 VND cash deposit or card authorisation held at check-in for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Chùa Khe Sanh (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 566 m · ~7 min walk
WinMart+ — 493 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Avoid exchanging at the airport or tourist bureaux; use bank ATMs in the city centre for the mid-market rate, but check your bank's foreign transaction fees.
Cards are accepted at mid-range hotels and larger restaurants, but cash is king for markets, street food, taxis and smaller shops; contactless is rare.
Not expected. Round up taxi fares or leave small change (5,000–20,000 VND) for good service at nicer restaurants; hotel staff do not expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →a glass of iced Vietnamese black coffee (cà phê đen đá) at a pavement or drip-coffee stall; about 10,000–15,000 VND.
a bowl of bún bò Huế or phở at a local street-side stall; roughly 25,000–40,000 VND.
a plate of cơm tấm (broken rice with grilled pork) at a bình dân eatery; around 30,000–50,000 VND.
Evening food markets along Trần Hưng Đạo and around the central market sell grilled meats, bánh xèo and noodle dishes; also look for clusters of vendors near the Kon Klor suspension bridge.
Co.opmart and VinMart+ are common budget supermarket chains in Kon Tum town.
Kon Tum market (Chợ Kon Tum) for cheap clothes and accessories; also basic household goods at the stalls along Nguyễn Huệ.
Walking is easiest for the compact centre. For longer trips, local xe ôm (motorbike taxi) fares start around 15,000 VND per km; there is no city bus. The airport is Kon Tum Airport – a taxi into town is about 80,000–100,000 VND.
Eat street food for meals – it’s half the price of sit-down restaurants. Drink local bia Saigon or Huda instead of imported beer. Haggle at the market for clothes and souvenirs, but never for food.
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 Thanh Do
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 566 m · ~7 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 Thanh Do?
Request rooms on floors 3 or 4 facing away from the main street (likely south side). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Thanh Do?
Avoid rooms on the first floor (especially those near the reception or lift lobby) as street noise and foot traffic from the entrance penetrate most. Also skip any rooms directly above the bar/restaurant area on the ground floor.
Is Thanh Do noisy?
Kon Tum's main street can have motorbike traffic and occasional trucks from early morning (around 6am) until late evening. The hotel bar/restaurant on the ground floor may generate chatter and music until 10pm. The lift motor is audible from adjoining rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Thanh Do?
Rooms on the upper floors (3-4) facing the south or east side typically overlook the quieter residential streets or the Dak Bla River, rather than the main road. Ask for 'rear-facing' or 'city-side' view.
What are insider tips for staying at Thanh Do?
1. If arriving by car, ask about free street parking out back rather than the cramped front lot. 2. Request a top-floor room for better airflow — the hotel's 3-star rating means AC may be weak, and higher floors catch more breeze.
What time is check-in at Thanh Do?
Check-in at Thanh Do is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Thanh Do have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi in all rooms and public areas; typical speed around 10–20 Mbps for browsing and streaming; login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Thanh Do?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Thanh Do?
a bowl of bún bò Huế or phở at a local street-side stall; roughly 25,000–40,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Thanh Do?
Walking is easiest for the compact centre. For longer trips, local xe ôm (motorbike taxi) fares start around 15,000 VND per km; there is no city bus. The airport is Kon Tum Airport – a taxi into town is about 80,000–100,000 VND.
When is the best time to visit Kon Tum?
November to January: dry, cool mornings (15–20°C) and clear skies, ideal for exploring villages and the lake. Fewer domestic tourists than the peak season.
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.