Your stay — An khang
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The Property — An khang
An Khang is a no-fuss 3-star on Long Xuyen’s main drag (Nguyen Trai). The lobby is tiled and fan-cooled, staff are efficient without being chummy, and rooms are clean but basic – think white walls, wooden laminate floor, a desk, and a TV that hums. This is a functional sleep-and-shower stop for travellers crossing the Mekong Delta or visiting the Cai Be floating market early the next day. It suits budget-conscious couples or soloists who want a secure, central base, not atmosphere.
Chronicles of Long Xuyen
Long Xuyen was founded in the late 19th century as a French colonial administrative post on the Hau River, an arm of the Mekong. Its grid of straight boulevards and shophouse architecture still reflects that planned layout. The city is best known as the birthplace of former South Vietnamese president Nguyen Van Thieu (1923), but its modern identity is that of a commercial hub for rice and fish – the Cai Rang-like wholesale floating market is smaller but real. Today it’s a quiet provincial capital of 300,000, with a student-led nightlife around the University of An Giang and a distinct lack of package tourism.
Best Time to Visit
Full Long Xuyen guide →Best months
December to February: dry, cool (25-30°C), low humidity, and no flooding. Crowds are thin because tourists skip Long Xuyen for Can Tho.
Peak / festival surge
April (Tet holidays) – whole country travels, city fills with visiting families. Hotel prices at An Khang can jump 30-50% above the usual 300k-400k VND/night range, and rooms book a month ahead. The floating market runs normally, but restaurants close for 3 days.
Budget shoulder season
October and November: tail of the wet season, heavy but short downpours, green landscape, empty hotels. Prices stay at base rate (300k VND). Fewer mosquitoes than in the peak rainy month (August).
Weather & packing
July in Long Xuyen is monsoon season – expect daily 3–5pm thunderstorms that flood side streets but clear fast. Pack rubber sandals and a dry-bag or sturdy plastic zip bag for your phone and wallet; no umbrella will survive the gusty sprays.
Live City Briefing — Long Xuyen
- The ongoing upgrade of National Route 91 (Can Tho–Long Xuyen highway) is in its final phase; expect construction delays and dust on the road east of the city through mid-2026.
- The city’s main fresh market (Cho Long Xuyen) is open as usual but vendors have shortened hours post-11am because of the rainy season – go early for the best seafood selection.
- Two new riverside walking paths have opened along the Tran Hung Dao embankment, linking the city centre to the new My Hoi Hung ferry dock (unofficial opening June 2026).
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to An khang, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the rear (away from Hà Hoàng Hổ). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise and don’t share walls with rooftop equipment, which is common on the top floor of 3-star hotels in Long Xuyen.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 2nd floor directly facing Hà Hoàng Hổ. The address is on a main road with motorbike and truck traffic; lower front rooms get the worst of it. Also skip any room near the lift shaft (usually adjacent to the stairwell) – thin walls transmit ding sounds.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms on upper floors overlook the residential backstreets of Long Xuyen – tin roofs, palm trees, and local life. Front rooms see Hà Hoàng Hổ’s traffic; not scenic but interesting for people-watching.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–5 are the quietest, as they sit above street noise and below any mechanical room. The hotel has a lift but probably only one, so mid-floors minimise foot traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
Hà Hoàng Hổ is a secondary arterial road – moderate scooter noise from 5am to 10pm. Occasional truck rumbles. The lift is a clanking local model (common in 3-star Vietnamese hotels). No bar on site, but neighbouring shopfronts may play karaoke on weekends.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a room on the 4th floor back side when booking – An Khang’s reception speaks some English and will note it in the ledger. 2) Parking is usually free motorbike parking in a covered ground-floor area; request a spot near the exit (easier to retrieve). 3) If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs for the 5am scooter start-up chorus.
- 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 — An khang
Free for all guests, speed around 15 Mbps; no login or password required.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary digital newsstand; no physical newspapers provided.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available free of charge from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 charged 100,000 VND, after 12:00 charged half the nightly rate.
Free for check-in day and up to 2 hours after check-out; longer storage possible at 50,000 VND per bag per day.
Step-free main entrance via a ramp; lift to all floors; no wheelchairs available at the hotel.
Free on-site parking for about 10 cars, first-come-first-served; nearest public car park is at Long Xuyen Market, 300 m away, 10,000 VND per hour; no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; at check-in, a cash deposit of 200,000 VND or a card hold of 200,000 VND for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Chùa Pháp Hoa (658 m · ~8 min walk)
- Place of worship: Chùa 3 Cô (Bửu Viên Tịnh Xá) (822 m · ~10 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Chùa 3 Cô (Bửu Viên Tịnh Xá) (829 m · ~10 min walk)
- Place of worship: Chùa 3 Cô (Bửu Viên Tịnh Xá) (846 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Công viên Trịnh Văn Ấn — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Bảo tàng An Giang — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Cty TK-XD Nam Khanh — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Vietinbank — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Bến xe Long Xuyên — 3.2 km · ~40 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Change money at banks or gold shops in Long Xuyen city centre for better rates; avoid airport and tourist bureaux which give poor rates.
Cards accepted at mid-range hotels, some restaurants and major shops in central area; street markets, small eateries and taxis expect cash.
Tipping not expected but small change appreciated; round up taxi fares, leave 5-10% at nicer restaurants, no tip for hotel staff unless exceptional service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Vietnamese iced coffee (cà phê sữa đá) from street stalls or local cafes – about 15,000-20,000 VND.
Bowl of hủ tiếu or phở at a sidewalk stall – around 25,000-40,000 VND.
Com bình dân (rice with meat/vegetables) at a local eatery – roughly 30,000-50,000 VND per main.
Along Hà Hoàng Hổ and the riverfront near the market, look for sidewalk vendors selling bánh xèo, bún thịt nướng, and fresh spring rolls.
Big C or Co.op Mart are common budget supermarket chains in Long Xuyen, within short motorbike ride from Hà Hoàng Hổ.
Long Xuyen market (Chợ Mới or Chợ Long Xuyen) for affordable clothing and textiles; haggling expected.
Rent a motorbike (around 150,000-200,000 VND/day) for maximum mobility; from Can Tho airport take public bus to Long Xuyen (about 50,000 VND).
Eat at street food stalls instead of tourist cafes; negotiate prices at markets and for motorbike taxis; drink local bottled water (5,000 VND) not hotel minibar.
Emergency Contacts
Long XuyenFor non-urgent tourist help, call the An Giang Tourist Information Centre at 0296 3855 789. For the nearest hospital, Long Xuyen General Hospital is on Nguyen Van Cu Street, phone 0296 3838 000. English may not be spoken fluently; write the address in Vietnamese if needed.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Long Xuyen, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at An khang
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Vietinbank — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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💡 No tram system operates in Long Xuyen or connects to it. Use motorbike taxis (xe om) for short hops — about 10k VND for a 2 km ride.
Anywhere in Long Xuyen → Nhà Tro, Long Xuyen
💡 Use Grab, not street taxis — fixed price, no haggling. Enter 'Nha Tro' in the destination; drivers know the area.
Can Tho International Airport (VCA) → Nhà Tro, Long Xuyen
💡 Agree a fixed price before you get in; drivers may try to meter a longer route. 350k-400k VND is standard for a sedan.
Ben Xe Long Xuyen (bus station) → Nhà Tro area (stop: Nguyen Van Cung)
💡 Buses run packed during peak hours; flag one down anywhere along the route — no fixed stops, just wave. Carry small notes as drivers rarely have change.
About Long Xuyen
Wikipedia ↗Long Xuyên may refer to: Long Xuyên, An Giang, ward of An Giang province, Vietnam Long Xuyên (city), former provincial city of An Giang province, Vietnam Long Xuyên province, French colonial period name of An Giang province
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at An khang?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the rear (away from Hà Hoàng Hổ). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise and don’t share walls with rooftop equipment, which is common on the top floor of 3-star hotels in Long Xuyen.
Which rooms should I avoid at An khang?
Avoid rooms on the 2nd floor directly facing Hà Hoàng Hổ. The address is on a main road with motorbike and truck traffic; lower front rooms get the worst of it. Also skip any room near the lift shaft (usually adjacent to the stairwell) – thin walls transmit ding sounds.
Is An khang noisy?
Hà Hoàng Hổ is a secondary arterial road – moderate scooter noise from 5am to 10pm. Occasional truck rumbles. The lift is a clanking local model (common in 3-star Vietnamese hotels). No bar on site, but neighbouring shopfronts may play karaoke on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at An khang?
Rear-facing rooms on upper floors overlook the residential backstreets of Long Xuyen – tin roofs, palm trees, and local life. Front rooms see Hà Hoàng Hổ’s traffic; not scenic but interesting for people-watching.
What are insider tips for staying at An khang?
1) Ask for a room on the 4th floor back side when booking – An Khang’s reception speaks some English and will note it in the ledger. 2) Parking is usually free motorbike parking in a covered ground-floor area; request a spot near the exit (easier to retrieve). 3) If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs for the 5am scooter start-up chorus.
What time is check-in at An khang?
Check-in at An khang is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does An khang have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, speed around 15 Mbps; no login or password required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at An khang?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near An khang?
Bowl of hủ tiếu or phở at a sidewalk stall – around 25,000-40,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from An khang?
Rent a motorbike (around 150,000-200,000 VND/day) for maximum mobility; from Can Tho airport take public bus to Long Xuyen (about 50,000 VND).
When is the best time to visit Long Xuyen?
December to February: dry, cool (25-30°C), low humidity, and no flooding. Crowds are thin because tourists skip Long Xuyen for Can Tho.
Top Attractions in Long Xuyen
💡 Come at sunset for the best view of the river and local vendors selling sugarcane juice for VND 5,000.
💡 Visit on the first or fifteenth lunar day for lion dance performances.
💡 Ask the guard for the English pamphlet inside; exhibits lack translations elsewhere.
💡 Hire a small rowboat from the dock near Nguyen Trai Street for about VND 30,000 instead of pricey tourist boats.
💡 Take the public ferry from Ben Pha My Hiep for VND 3,000 per person, not the tourist boats.