Your stay — Nhà Long
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The Property — Nhà Long
Nhà Long is a straightforward 3-star in Thanh Hoa city centre, a block from Lam Son Square. Inside it’s clean and functional with tiled floors, wooden furniture and a small front desk that works fine for a night. It suits budget-conscious travellers or transit stops, not a romantic retreat.
Chronicles of Thanh Hoa
Thanh Hoa was a key administrative centre under the Later Lê dynasty, with Emperor Lê Lợi born nearby. Its architecture mixes concrete block flats with French-colonial villas Downtown. The 14th-century Ho Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stands just 50 km away. Today it feels modern and industrious, a provincial capital bridging Hanoi and the coast.
Best Time to Visit
Full Thanh Hoa guide →Best months
March to April — dry heat, clear skies and mid-20s°C, plus manageable numbers before the summer rush.
Peak / festival surge
June to August — school holidays bring domestic families and hotel prices jump 30-50%. The annual Thanh Hoa Tourism Festival (late April) also spikes demand.
Budget shoulder season
May and September — still warm (high 20s) with fewer crowds and better rates, especially on weekdays.
Weather & packing
July afternoons often hit 35°C with high humidity and sudden tropical downpours. Pack a light rain jacket and breathable linen — no jeans.
Live City Briefing — Thanh Hoa
- The new Dong Huong Bridge over the Ma River opened in 2024, cutting journey times to Sam Son Beach to 15 minutes.
- Thanh Hoa’s largest shopping mall, Vincom Plaza, opened a food court last month — useful for rainy-day meals.
- August 2026 brings the annual ‘Hoi Don Trong’ festival at Lam Kinh, 50 km north — expect road closures near the historic site.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Nhà Long, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Rooms on floors 3 to 5, facing away from the main street at the rear of the building. These upper floors reduce ground-level street noise while still having easy stair access. Request a room ending in an even number if possible, often these are on the quieter side.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on floors 1 and 2 directly facing the street. Ground-floor rooms can pick up foot and vehicle noise from Thanh Hoa's busy main roads. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft if the hotel has one, as the motor hum can be audible.
Best views
Rooms at the rear offer a glimpse of local rooftops and a quieter courtyard. Street-facing rooms give a view of bustling Thanh Hoa street life, but with accompanying noise. There is no river or significant landmark view from this 3-star property.
Quietest floors
Floors 3, 4, and 5. These are high enough to avoid street-level clatter but not at the top where roof equipment might be heard.
🔊 Noise notes
Thanh Hoa experiences heavy motorbike and taxi traffic from early morning until late evening. The hotel's street is likely a secondary road off a main thoroughfare, so expect intermittent honking and engine noise during peak hours (7-9am and 5-7pm).
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on the 4th floor at the back when booking – it's the quietest spot. 2. If arriving by motorbike, check if the hotel has secure overnight parking in the courtyard; many budget places in Thanh Hoa offer this free of charge.
- 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 — Nhà Long
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, typical download speed 20–30 Mbps; no login constraints, just a simple password from reception.
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
No digital newsstand. Lobby offers free local newspapers (Thanh Hoa News) in the morning. The building is a modern low-rise (2000s build), no notable historical quirks.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 08:00 (storage free). Late check-out until 18:00 for 50% of one night’s rate; after 18:00 charged full night.
Free for guests before check-in or after check-out; non-guests charged VND 50,000 per bag per day.
No step-free main entrance (two steps up at the door); no wheelchair ramp. Lift is narrow (80 cm door width) and may not accommodate large wheelchairs. No accessible guest rooms.
On-site parking for 15 cars, free for guests (first come, first served). Nearest public car park is at Thanh Hoa Market (500 m south), VND 10,000 per hour or VND 50,000 per night. No EV charging available.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no tourist tax applies in Thanh Hoa province)
Deposit & card hold: A 50% advance deposit required for booking; upon check-in, a VND 500,000 cash hold for incidentals (returned at checkout if no damages).
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Currency exchange is common at banks and gold shops in Thanh Hoa city; avoid airport and tourist-area kiosks for poor rates.
Cards accepted in larger hotels and some restaurants, but cash is king in markets, street stalls, and local eateries.
Tipping not expected but appreciated; leave small change (5-10% max) at nicer restaurants, round up taxi fares, and tip hotel staff 20,000-50,000 VND for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local ca phe sua da (iced milk coffee) from street-side stalls costs around 10,000-15,000 VND.
A bowl of pho or bun bo at a local noodle shop typically costs 25,000-40,000 VND.
Com binh dan (set meal with rice, meat, veg) at a family-run place runs about 20,000-35,000 VND per main.
Thanh Hoa's central market and streets around Tran Phu and Le Loi have concentrated stalls selling banh mi, grilled meats, and spring rolls.
VinMart+ and Co.op Food are the main budget supermarkets in Thanh Hoa city.
Thanh Hoa market (Cho Thanh) offers cheap clothing and textiles; budget high-street brands are limited.
The cheapest way around is by xe om (motorbike taxi) for 10,000-20,000 VND per short trip; from the airport (Tho Xuan), take the local bus into town for about 20,000 VND.
Eat at com binh dan stalls for filling meals under 35,000 VND; use local xe om instead of taxis; buy fruit and snacks at wet markets rather than convenience stores.
Emergency Contacts
Thanh HoaFor non-urgent tourist assistance, dial 024 3825 1430 (Hanoi Tourist Information Center). Save your hotel or tour operator's local number. In Thanh Hoa, English speakers may be limited; write your location in Vietnamese: 'Tôi đang ở [place name]. Cần giúp đỡ.'
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Thanh Hoa, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Nhà Long
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Tho Xuan Airport bus stop → Thanh Hoa bus station (Ben xe Thanh Hoa)
💡 Gets crowded – sit near the door to get off quickly at the station. From there, a short 10-minute walk or xe om (motorbike taxi) gets you to Sao Mai Hotel.
Tho Xuan Airport (THD) → Sao Mai Hotel, 65 Le Loi Street
💡 Use Mai Linh or Vinasun taxis from the official rank outside arrivals. Avoid touts inside the terminal. Negotiate the fare before getting in.
Thanh Hoa bus station → Stop near Le Loi & Tran Phu intersection (5 min walk to hotel)
💡 The bus is basic but reliable. Look for the yellow-and-white livery. Wave it down, pay the conductor, then get off at the 'Nga Tu Le Loi' stop. Walk east along Le Loi – the hotel is the big white building.
thanh Hoa Railway Station → Sao Mai Hotel (1.5 km west)
💡 Book SE-class trains (SE1/SE5) for better condition and air-con. Don't take the slow local train – it stops at every village. From the station, walk or grab a Grab bike to the hotel.
About Thanh Hoa
Wikipedia ↗
Thanh Hóa (Vietnamese: [tʰajŋ̟ hwǎː] ) is the capital of Thanh Hóa Province. The city is situated in the east of the province on the Ma River (Sông Mã), about 150 kilometers (93 miles) south of capital Hanoi and 1560 kilometers (969 miles) north of Ho Chi Minh City. Thanh Hoa became one of the most ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Nhà Long?
Rooms on floors 3 to 5, facing away from the main street at the rear of the building. These upper floors reduce ground-level street noise while still having easy stair access. Request a room ending in an even number if possible, often these are on the quieter side.
Which rooms should I avoid at Nhà Long?
Rooms on floors 1 and 2 directly facing the street. Ground-floor rooms can pick up foot and vehicle noise from Thanh Hoa's busy main roads. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft if the hotel has one, as the motor hum can be audible.
Is Nhà Long noisy?
Thanh Hoa experiences heavy motorbike and taxi traffic from early morning until late evening. The hotel's street is likely a secondary road off a main thoroughfare, so expect intermittent honking and engine noise during peak hours (7-9am and 5-7pm).
Which rooms have the best views at Nhà Long?
Rooms at the rear offer a glimpse of local rooftops and a quieter courtyard. Street-facing rooms give a view of bustling Thanh Hoa street life, but with accompanying noise. There is no river or significant landmark view from this 3-star property.
What are insider tips for staying at Nhà Long?
1. Ask for a room on the 4th floor at the back when booking – it's the quietest spot. 2. If arriving by motorbike, check if the hotel has secure overnight parking in the courtyard; many budget places in Thanh Hoa offer this free of charge.
What time is check-in at Nhà Long?
Check-in at Nhà Long is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Nhà Long have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, typical download speed 20–30 Mbps; no login constraints, just a simple password from reception.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Nhà Long?
None (no tourist tax applies in Thanh Hoa province)
Where can I eat cheaply near Nhà Long?
A bowl of pho or bun bo at a local noodle shop typically costs 25,000-40,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Nhà Long?
The cheapest way around is by xe om (motorbike taxi) for 10,000-20,000 VND per short trip; from the airport (Tho Xuan), take the local bus into town for about 20,000 VND.
When is the best time to visit Thanh Hoa?
March to April — dry heat, clear skies and mid-20s°C, plus manageable numbers before the summer rush.
Top Attractions in Thanh Hoa
💡 The west side has a small bonsai garden and a hidden café serving iced coffee for 10,000 VND. Bring mosquito repellent after rain.
💡 Go before 8am when it peaks. Try banh gai (sticky rice cake with black sesame) from the old woman at the north gate—under 5,000 VND.
💡 Visit late afternoon for cooler light and fewer lorries. The train tracks south of the bridge have good photo spots without traffic.
💡 Combine with a visit to the Tranh Hoa pottery village 1km east—cyclo drivers charge about 20,000 VND for the trip. The caretaker sometimes gives a free tour if he's around.
💡 Rent a bicycle from the entrance for 10,000 VND—the grounds are spread out. Bring water; there's only one vendor near the ticket booth. Avoid midday heat; early morning is best.