How much do hostel dorms cost in Da Lat?

Dorm beds start from approximately ₫125,000 ($5) at budget hostels and ₫175,000–200,000 ($7–8) at mid-range social hostels. Budget private rooms are available from ₫300,000–600,000 ($12–24).

Do Da Lat hostels arrange canyoning trips?

Yes. Most Da Lat hostels book group canyoning trips with group discounts, as well as coffee farm visits and Bidoup national park treks. Tigon Dalat Hostel and Kim Cuong House are particularly active with organised day trips.

Do you need heating in Da Lat hostels?

In January-February (coolest months), evenings drop to 12-15°C. Verify your hostel provides adequate blankets or duvets -- budget rooms without heating can be cold at this time.

Best Hostels in Da Lat | The Vietnam Guides

Da Lat has a solid budget accommodation scene. The backpacker hostels concentrate around the central market area and provide good access to the city’s food, cafe, and activity scene. The cool highland climate (18–22°C average) makes Da Lat hostels a refreshing change from the heat of coastal Vietnam.

Best hostels

Tigon Dalat Hostel (central, 1.5km from Da Lat Market): One of the most consistently well-reviewed hostels in the city across Hostelworld, Booking.com, and TripAdvisor, rated 8.7 by recent guests. Located at 27B Thong Thien Hoc alley, tucked away from the main road. The hostel runs a communal family dinner at 19:00 most evenings — an affordable, social way to meet other travellers and eat local food prepared by the owners. Staff arrange motorbike rental, canyoning group trips, coffee farm visits, and Bidoup National Park treks. Free breakfast included. Dorm beds from approximately ₫125,000 ($5). Private rooms from approximately ₫350,000 ($14) as of 2026.

Kim Cuong House / King Kong Hostel (central Da Lat): Located at 79 Bui Thi Xuan in central Da Lat, this is one of the city’s long-running social hostels. The rooftop bar on the 6th floor is popular in the evenings, with pool table, dart board, and a seating area in the reception common room. The hostel organises excursions to Da Lat waterfalls, communal dinners, cooking classes, and karaoke nights — a good choice for solo travellers who want company. Dorm beds and private rooms available. Prices from approximately ₫150,000 ($6) as of 2026.

Dalat Note Hostel (near Da Lat Market and Xuan Huong Lake): Family-run hostel on Ba Trieu Street, a short walk from the city centre. The owners are friendly, with host Ninh cooking a family dinner every other evening — a similar format to Tigon but in a smaller, quieter setting. The rooftop has good views over the surrounding hills. Dorm rooms are 8-bed with basic privacy screening. Guests consistently praise the cleanliness and personal service. Dorm from approximately ₫150,000 ($6). Private rooms from approximately ₫350,000 ($14) as of 2026.

What Da Lat hostels typically provide

Motorbike rental: ₫120,000–180,000 ($4.80–7.20) per day. Essential for reaching waterfalls and viewpoints outside the city centre. Da Lat’s hilly terrain and scenic roads make motorbike touring one of the highlights
Canyoning bookings: Group canyoning trips through Datanla or Elephant Falls, including abseiling down waterfalls, from approximately ₫700,000–1,200,000 ($28–48) per person. Hostel bookings often include group discounts
Coffee farm tours: Half-day visits to Cau Dat tea and coffee plantation or smaller family farms. From approximately ₫300,000 ($12), including transport and tastings
Bidoup National Park treks: Full-day hikes from approximately ₫500,000–800,000 ($20–32) including transport and guide
Cafe recommendations: Da Lat’s cafe scene requires insider knowledge — the best cafes are often tucked away in gardens, treehouses, or converted villas. Staff recommendations are worth following

Budget eating near the hostels

The central market area has strong street food options:

Banh mi: ₫15,000–25,000 ($0.60–1). Da Lat banh mi often includes avocado — a highland specialty not found in coastal cities
Pho and bun bo: ₫30,000–50,000 ($1.20–2) at local restaurants around the market
Grilled corn (bap nuong): ₫15,000–25,000 ($0.60–1). Street vendors around the lake sell charcoal-grilled corn with various toppings
Night market food stalls: Multiple vendors with hot pot, grilled meats, and Vietnamese street food. ₫30,000–80,000 ($1.20–3.20) per person
Avocado smoothie: ₫25,000–40,000 ($1–1.60). Da Lat avocados are among the best in Vietnam

Cool weather considerations

Da Lat is significantly cooler than the rest of Vietnam. In January–February (the coolest months), evening temperatures drop to 12–15°C. This creates a few practical considerations for hostel stays:

Blankets: Verify your hostel provides adequate blankets or duvets. Budget rooms without heating can be genuinely cold
Hot water: Confirm hot water is available — some very basic budget rooms have cold-water-only showers, which is uncomfortable at Da Lat temperatures
Clothing: Bring a jacket or fleece for evenings. The night market and evening cafe visits require warmer clothing than you would need anywhere else in Vietnam
Rainfall: The wet season (May–November) brings afternoon downpours. A waterproof layer is useful for motorbike touring during these months

Longer stays

Da Lat has a growing digital nomad community attracted by the cool climate, fast internet, and strong cafe culture. For stays of one week or more, short-term apartment rentals start from approximately ₫3,000,000–5,000,000 ($120–200) per month for a studio with wifi, kitchen, and hot water. The hostels can recommend local landlords and Facebook groups for apartment listings.

See also: Looking for mid-range or upmarket options? Read our guide to the best hotels in Da Lat.

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