Your stay — Homestat
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The Property — Homestat
Homestat is a modest 3-star hotel on Tuyen Quang’s main boulevard, with clean linoleum floors and polite staff at the front desk. Its USP is location: you’re a ten-minute walk from the Night Market and the Lo River promenade. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a reliable base with air-con and a basic breakfast, not charm or views.
Chronicles of Tuyen Quang
Tuyen Quang evolved from a 19th-century French military post into the provincial capital after the colonial administration established it in 1888. Its architecture still shows that era in the shuttered villas near the river, though most buildings are Soviet-era concrete blocks. The city became nationally known as the Viet Minh’s wartime base during the First Indochina War, and today it’s a quiet administrative centre with a strong Tay ethnic minority presence. The annual Tuyen Quang Lantern Festival in mid-autumn has become a major cultural draw.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tuyen Quang guide →Best months
October and November: dry season with cool mornings (18-25°C) and low humidity. January-February also good—mild and clear, though tourist numbers are negligible.
Peak / festival surge
Mid-autumn (September-October) for the Lantern Festival; hotel prices double. Also Tet (January-February) when domestic tourists fill rooms and prices rise 50-80%.
Budget shoulder season
March-April: dry-ish, warm but not hot, and hotel discounts of 20-30% as the Lantern crowd has gone. Crowds are thin.
Weather & packing
Tuyen Quang’s summer (July) is monsoon: 28-32°C, 80% humidity, daily downpours usually from 2pm. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and quick-dry shoes—not a full umbrella, as it’s useless in heavy squalls.
Live City Briefing — Tuyen Quang
- The Lo River walkway has reopened after 2025 flood repairs, extending 2km north to the new Tan Trao statue.
- Homestat’s lobby renovation finished in April 2026, adding a small coffee bar.
- Tourist info centre at 16 Phan Dinh Phung now has bicycle hire for 50,000 VND/day.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Homestat, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Rooms on floors 4-6, facing away from TL 181 (rear of hotel). These have less road noise and a decent view of the surrounding hills.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the first two floors and those facing TL 181 directly. The street is a regional road with trucks and motorbikes passing from early morning, and lower floors catch exhaust fumes and headlight glare.
Best views
Floors 4-6 offer a view over the adjacent low-rise roofs toward the forested hills to the north-east. The rear side avoids the main road so the outlook is greener.
Quietest floors
Floors 4, 5, and 6. Higher above street level, they're less affected by traffic rumble.
🔊 Noise notes
TL 181 is a provincial road with trucks heading to/from Ha Giang and industrial zones. Morning truck traffic starts around 5am. The hotel may also have a karaoke room or function hall on the ground floor — ask at check-in if any events are scheduled.
Insider tips
Request a rear-facing room on floor 5 when booking by phone or via the hotel's direct number — online systems often assign front rooms first. If driving, park your scooter or car around the side of the building (access beside the main entrance) for less chance of it being blocked in by tour minibuses.
- 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 — Homestat
Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms and public areas; average speed around 10 Mbps; no login required – just accept terms on the portal.
A single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspaper service or digital newsstand. The hotel is a straightforward modern building (built 2010) with no notable heritage quirks.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs VND 200,000, after 12:00 charged full night.
Free baggage storage is available at reception on the day of check-in and check-out.
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance; lift serves all floors; no wheelchair-adapted bathrooms in standard rooms.
Free on-site parking for up to 20 cars in the courtyard; no EV charging. Nearest public car park is 200 m away at Tuyen Quang Market (VND 10,000/hour, VND 50,000/night).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A 50% advance deposit is required 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
Banks and gold shops in central Tuyen Quang town offer the best rates; avoid exchange at Noi Bai Airport or tourist hotels in Ha Noi, rates are poor.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in larger hotels and some restaurants in town; most street stalls, markets, and small eateries are cash-only.
Not expected or required; locals rarely tip. If service is exceptional, rounding up a small amount (10,000–20,000 VND) is appreciated but never demanded.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Cà phê sữa đá (iced milk coffee) at a local café or street stall — about 10,000–15,000 VND.
Bún chả or phở at a street-side stall in the central market area — around 20,000–30,000 VND.
Com bình dân (rice with grilled pork/meat and veg) at a local bình dân eatery — roughly 25,000–40,000 VND for a main.
Concentrated around Tuyen Quang market and along Nguyen Trai street: grilled meats, bánh cuốn, and chè desserts after dark.
Co.op Food and the local VinMart+ are the main budget supermarket chains in Tuyen Quang town.
Tuyen Quang market (Chợ Tuyên Quang) for affordable local clothing, as well as stalls on Minh Quan street.
Local xe ôm (motorbike taxi) — negotiate around 10,000–15,000 VND per km within town. From Ha Noi’s bus station, take a public sleeper bus (around 120,000–150,000 VND) to Tuyen Quang; there is no airport in Tuyen Quang.
Eat at street stalls and bình dân restaurants rather than tourist-oriented places — you'll pay half or less and eat better.Use xe ôm for short hops instead of renting a car; settle the price before boarding.Buy bottled water and snacks at local markets (5,000–10,000 VND) rather than at hotels or convenience stores.
Emergency Contacts
Tuyen QuangFor Tuyen Quang province, dial 113 for police, 115 for ambulance, 114 for fire. Local hospitals include Tuyen Quang Provincial General Hospital (0207 382 2345). Tourist police: 069 382 2020.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tuyen Quang, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Homestat
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) → Thao Nguyen Hotel, Tuyen Quang
💡 Book a fixed-price taxi via Grab or a local driver ahead of time to avoid haggling. Ask for a driver who knows the shortcut via National Road 2C — saves about 20 minutes.
Giap Bat Bus Station, Hanoi → Tuyen Quang City Bus Station
💡 The sleeper bus is fine for naps but cramped if you're tall. Sit on the lower deck near the door — less engine noise. From Tuyen Quang station, grab a motorbike taxi (20,000 VND) to Thao Nguyen Hotel.
Tuyen Quang City Bus Station → Thao Nguyen Hotel
💡 Xe om drivers often overcharge tourists. Insist on 15,000 VND — it's a short, flat ride. If you have luggage, ask for a driver with a larger bike or pay extra 5,000 VND.
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) → Thao Nguyen Hotel, Tuyen Quang
💡 Take bus 86 from the airport to My Dinh bus station (35,000 VND, 50 mins). Then catch the Tuyen Quang bus (160,000 VND, 3.5 hours). Get off at the central roundabout — Thao Nguyen is a 5-minute walk west.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Homestat?
Rooms on floors 4-6, facing away from TL 181 (rear of hotel). These have less road noise and a decent view of the surrounding hills.
Which rooms should I avoid at Homestat?
Rooms on the first two floors and those facing TL 181 directly. The street is a regional road with trucks and motorbikes passing from early morning, and lower floors catch exhaust fumes and headlight glare.
Is Homestat noisy?
TL 181 is a provincial road with trucks heading to/from Ha Giang and industrial zones. Morning truck traffic starts around 5am. The hotel may also have a karaoke room or function hall on the ground floor — ask at check-in if any events are scheduled.
Which rooms have the best views at Homestat?
Floors 4-6 offer a view over the adjacent low-rise roofs toward the forested hills to the north-east. The rear side avoids the main road so the outlook is greener.
What are insider tips for staying at Homestat?
Request a rear-facing room on floor 5 when booking by phone or via the hotel's direct number — online systems often assign front rooms first. If driving, park your scooter or car around the side of the building (access beside the main entrance) for less chance of it being blocked in by tour minibuses.
What time is check-in at Homestat?
Check-in at Homestat is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Homestat have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms and public areas; average speed around 10 Mbps; no login required – just accept terms on the portal.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Homestat?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Homestat?
Bún chả or phở at a street-side stall in the central market area — around 20,000–30,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Homestat?
Local xe ôm (motorbike taxi) — negotiate around 10,000–15,000 VND per km within town. From Ha Noi’s bus station, take a public sleeper bus (around 120,000–150,000 VND) to Tuyen Quang; there is no airport in Tuyen Quang.
When is the best time to visit Tuyen Quang?
October and November: dry season with cool mornings (18-25°C) and low humidity. January-February also good—mild and clear, though tourist numbers are negligible.
Top Attractions in Tuyen Quang
💡 Check if a ceremony is happening before you go—locals light incense and sing revolutionary songs on weekends.
💡 Ask the guard to let you into the closed upstairs room—it has a detailed diorama of the 1950 border campaign. Donations welcome.
💡 Go early morning to see locals doing tai chi. The gate facing the river is best for photos without crowds.
💡 Bring mosquito repellent. The site is peaceful in late afternoon—cycle here from town along the river path.
💡 Entrance costs 10,000 VND. Go on a weekday to avoid tour groups. Take sandals to wade in the spring—it's cold but refreshing.