Your stay — Dong Nam A2
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The Property — Dong Nam A2
The Dong Nam A2 is a straightforward three-star hotel near Vinh Long’s market and riverfront. The lobby has tiled floors, a small reception desk, and plastic chairs – functional rather than flashy. Rooms are clean and air-conditioned, but decor is dated and soundproofing is minimal. It suits budget-conscious travellers who plan to spend most of their time exploring the Mekong Delta, not lounging in the hotel.
Chronicles of Vinh Long
Vinh Long was founded as a French colonial outpost in the 19th century, with the central market and old administrative buildings facing the Co Chien River. The city’s architecture blends French-era shophouses with modern concrete blocks – little original fabric remains. Today it serves as a transport hub for the Mekong Delta, busy with ferries and buses. Its cultural identity is rooted in river trade and orchard agriculture, particularly longan and durian. The local population is mostly Kinh, with a notable Khmer minority reflected in a few nearby pagodas.
Best Time to Visit
Full Vinh Long guide →Best months
December to February: dry season, lower humidity, daytime highs around 28-30°C. Crowds are moderate – not as busy as Can Tho or Hoi An.
Peak / festival surge
Tet (late January/early February) and summer school holidays (June-August). Hotels in Vinh Long, including Dong Nam A2, can double their rates. Tet brings parades and family visits; summer brings domestic tourists.
Budget shoulder season
March and November are good bets: still mostly dry (March) or drying out (November), with shorter queues at ferry landings and hotel rates often 20-30% below peak.
Weather & packing
Vinh Long has two seasons: wet (May-October) and dry (November-April). Even in July, sudden downpours are common, so pack a compact umbrella and slip-on shoes for muddy streets.
Live City Briefing — Vinh Long
- The My Thuan 2 bridge opened in late 2024, cutting travel time from Ho Chi Minh City to Vinh Long to under 2 hours in normal traffic – bypassing the old ferry crossing.
- Local ferry services between Vinh Long and Ben Tre town have added early-morning departures (from 5 am) to reduce wait times for tourists visiting the An Binh Island fruit orchards.
- As of mid-2026, the main market (Cho Vinh Long) is undergoing a year-long renovation; traders have set up temporary stalls on Phan Boi Chau Street, one block east.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dong Nam A2, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 4 or higher, away from the main street side (likely Pham Hung Street facing the Mekong River or a market area). These upper floors will be quieter and less affected by street noise from Vinh Long's traffic, and you may get a partial river view if the hotel faces the waterfront.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground or first floor, especially those near the lift lobby or street front. These suffer from foot traffic, vehicle noise from the busy Vinh Long streets, and potential noise from the open-air lobby or a small breakfast area (common in 3-star Vietnamese hotels).
Best views
Rooms on the south side (facing the Mekong River or the market area) may offer a glimpse of the river or a busy but local-market scene. Avoid north-side rooms if the street is a main thoroughfare. A high floor on the quieter side will give a decent urban/river mix.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–6 (assuming a 6- to 7-storey building typical for a 3-star hotel in a provincial city like Vinh Long).
🔊 Noise notes
Vinh Long is a small city but with persistent motorbike and minibus traffic on main roads. Early morning market activity (from around 5am) near the hotel's street can wake light sleepers. Live music or karaoke from a nearby cafe (common in Vietnamese towns) might be heard in lower rooms on weekends.
Insider tips
1. If you drive, the hotel likely has a small lot out front—arrive before 6pm to secure parking. 2. Request a 'high floor, river side' at check-in; polite asking in Vietnamese ('phong cao, huong song') often works better than booking notes.
- 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 — Dong Nam A2
Free WiFi in rooms and lobby, sufficient for browsing and messaging.
One passenger lift serves all three floors; stairs available as alternative.
Complimentary digital access via local news aggregator; no physical newspapers.
Standard check-in from 14:00; luggage can be dropped from 08:00. Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged VND 200,000 per hour.
Free for same-day storage at reception.
No step-free entrance — one step at main door; wheelchair access limited. No guest room modifications for disability.
Free on-site parking for motorbikes and small cars. Street parking available for larger vehicles. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of first night required to confirm. Incidental hold of VND 500,000 at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Miếu Ngọc Hoàng (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Chùa Pháp Tam (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Vòng xoay Tân Thành — 147 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Ngân Hàng Tmcp Đông Á - Cn Bến Tre — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Nhà Xe Phương Trang — 464 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Jewellery shops in Vinh Long town give the best rates; avoid airports and tourist desks where the rate is poor.
Cards accepted in mid-range hotels and some restaurants in town; cash is still king in markets and for transport.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in restaurants for a small tip (5-10k dong), taxi drivers don't expect anything, hotel staff are fine with a small amount for extra service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local iced coffee with condensed milk (cà phê sữa đá) from a street stall or local café: about 15,000–20,000 VND.
A bowl of hủ tiếu or phở from a market stall or simple eatery: around 30,000–40,000 VND.
Grilled meat or fish with rice and vegetables at a bình dân (budget) restaurant: about 50,000–70,000 VND for a main.
The main market area (chợ Vinh Long) and streets around the ferry terminal have concentrated street-food stalls in the evening.
Co.op mart and Bách Hóa Xanh are common budget supermarket chains in Vinh Long town.
The central market (chợ Vinh Long) sells affordable clothing; for basics, head to the stalls along Phạm Hùng street.
Xe ôm (motorbike taxi) around town: 10,000–20,000 VND per short ride. From the nearest airport (Cần Thơ) take a local bus or hợp tác xã minibus to Vinh Long for about 50,000 VND.
Eat where locals queue at lunchtime; buy fruit and snacks from market stalls rather than shops in tourist-heavy spots; always agree a price before getting on a xe ôm.
Emergency Contacts
Vinh LongFor tourist assistance or English support in Vinh Long, call the provincial tourism hotline at +84 270 3851 116 or contact your hotel front desk. The national emergency numbers above work across Vietnam, but operators may speak limited English.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Vinh Long, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Dong Nam A2
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Ngân Hàng Tmcp Đông Á - Cn Bến Tre — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) → Khách Sạn Ngũ Long, Vinh Long
💡 Traffic to the Mekong delta is bad on weekends. Leave by 7am or after 8pm. Use a driver via Grab or Saigon Rider; they'll wait at the arrivals hall. Hotel can also arrange this for about the same price.
Phạm Ngũ Lão St, District 1, HCMC → Vinh Long Bus Station
💡 Companies like Phương Trang (Futa Bus) and Lien Hung offer A/C, wifi, and a bottle of water. Book a seat the day before via their website — the last row is cramped. Get dropped at the station, then a 10-minute walk or 15,000 VND Grab to the hotel.
Can Tho Bus Station (Bến Xe Trung Tâm) → Vinh Long Bus Station (Bến Xe Vĩnh Long)
💡 Buses 601/602 run along Highway 1. They are basic with no A/C, so bring water and a fan. The station is 2 km from the hotel — get a Grab bike for 15,000 VND.
Can Tho International Airport (VCA) → Khách Sạn Ngũ Long, Vinh Long
💡 Book a GrabCar in the app before collecting luggage. Metered Mai Linh taxis outside the terminal are reliable but cost about 50,000 VND more. Bargain for a fixed price if using a non-app taxi.
About Vinh Long
Wikipedia ↗Vĩnh Long Newspaper and Radio, Television (Vietnamese: Báo và phát thanh, truyền hình Vĩnh Long, lit. 'Newspaper and Radio, Television of Vĩnh Long') is a Vietnamese media outlet. Formed on 1 July 2025 by the merge of media outlets of three former provinces: Vĩnh Long, Bến Tre and Trà Vinh, it is ow...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Dong Nam A2?
Request a room on floor 4 or higher, away from the main street side (likely Pham Hung Street facing the Mekong River or a market area). These upper floors will be quieter and less affected by street noise from Vinh Long's traffic, and you may get a partial river view if the hotel faces the waterfront.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dong Nam A2?
Avoid rooms on the ground or first floor, especially those near the lift lobby or street front. These suffer from foot traffic, vehicle noise from the busy Vinh Long streets, and potential noise from the open-air lobby or a small breakfast area (common in 3-star Vietnamese hotels).
Is Dong Nam A2 noisy?
Vinh Long is a small city but with persistent motorbike and minibus traffic on main roads. Early morning market activity (from around 5am) near the hotel's street can wake light sleepers. Live music or karaoke from a nearby cafe (common in Vietnamese towns) might be heard in lower rooms on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Dong Nam A2?
Rooms on the south side (facing the Mekong River or the market area) may offer a glimpse of the river or a busy but local-market scene. Avoid north-side rooms if the street is a main thoroughfare. A high floor on the quieter side will give a decent urban/river mix.
What are insider tips for staying at Dong Nam A2?
1. If you drive, the hotel likely has a small lot out front—arrive before 6pm to secure parking. 2. Request a 'high floor, river side' at check-in; polite asking in Vietnamese ('phong cao, huong song') often works better than booking notes.
What time is check-in at Dong Nam A2?
Check-in at Dong Nam A2 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dong Nam A2 have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi in rooms and lobby, sufficient for browsing and messaging.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dong Nam A2?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Dong Nam A2?
A bowl of hủ tiếu or phở from a market stall or simple eatery: around 30,000–40,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dong Nam A2?
Xe ôm (motorbike taxi) around town: 10,000–20,000 VND per short ride. From the nearest airport (Cần Thơ) take a local bus or hợp tác xã minibus to Vinh Long for about 50,000 VND.
When is the best time to visit Vinh Long?
December to February: dry season, lower humidity, daytime highs around 28-30°C. Crowds are moderate – not as busy as Can Tho or Hoi An.
Top Attractions in Vinh Long
💡 Best at sunset when the souvenir sellers pack up and the temperature drops. Stick to the concreted section after dark - the dirt path can be muddy.
💡 Visit late afternoon for cooler light and fewer visitors. The caretaker may unlock the inner shrine if you ask politely.
💡 Hire a local rowboat at Binh Luong dock for 50,000 VND; avoid motorboat tours as they rush past the action.
💡 Bring a picnic. The few benches are taken early, but the grass under the tamarind trees is clean and shaded.
💡 Donations of 10,000 VND are appreciated but not enforced. The grandson speaks basic English and gives a good tour.