Title: Saphir Dalat Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Saphir Dalat Hotel Hotel with a winery, 5-minute walk to Da Lat Market ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5990000/5983200/5983147/fd9acee2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5990000/5983200/5983147/b8f2a8e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Courtyard view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5990000/5983200/5983147/c5816493.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5990000/5983200/5983147/5b0aef76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5990000/5983200/5983147/4dca97e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Saphir Dalat Hotel offers a quiet escape with a peaceful garden and library. Guests can enjoy authentic Vietnamese dishes at Saphir restaurant, sample wines from the winery, or relax at the coffee shop. Its location near Xuan Huong Lake makes it a favorite with visitors. 7.2 Good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Room service - Laundry - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 14 - Nov 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=5983147&PinnedHotelID=5983147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=5983147&PinnedHotelID=5983147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 15 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=5983147&PinnedHotelID=5983147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=5983147&PinnedHotelID=5983147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=5983147&PinnedHotelID=5983147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=5983147&PinnedHotelID=5983147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=5983147&PinnedHotelID=5983147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=5983147&PinnedHotelID=5983147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 8 of 8 rooms ![Superior Double Room, City View | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5990000/5983200/5983147/4b25a443.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, City View ### Highlights TV Blackout curtains Rainfall showerhead Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Desk - 161 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Superior Twin Room | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5990000/5983200/5983147/9d41be84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room ### Highlights TV Blackout curtains Rainfall showerhead Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water Desk Daily housekeeping - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Double Beds ![Deluxe Double Room | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5990000/5983200/5983147/e8af995b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights TV Blackout curtains Rainfall showerhead Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water Wardrobe Desk - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Superior Twin Room, City View | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5990000/5983200/5983147/8566f344.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room, City View ### Highlights TV Blackout curtains Rainfall showerhead Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Desk - 161 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Double Beds ![Superior Double Room | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5990000/5983200/5983147/529afd9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights TV Blackout curtains Rainfall showerhead Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water Desk Daily housekeeping - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Grand Deluxe Double City View | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5990000/5983200/5983147/ec28c4b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Grand Deluxe Double City View ### Highlights TV Blackout curtains Rainfall showerhead Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water Wardrobe Desk - 269 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Deluxe Twin Room | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5990000/5983200/5983147/493a078b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Twin Room ### Highlights TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Hairdryer Free bottled water Wardrobe Desk - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Double Beds ![Grand Deluxe Twin City View | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5990000/5983200/5983147/a4e1f647.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Grand Deluxe Twin City View ### Highlights TV Blackout curtains Rainfall showerhead Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water Wardrobe Desk - 269 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Double Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDa-Lat-Hotels-Saphir-Dalat-Hotel.h5983147.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDa-Lat-Hotels-Saphir-Dalat-Hotel.h5983147.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C11.94180%2C108.43466&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SEPHqCWyT2XvTg9VNYvb69vTPSw=) 22-24 Phan Nhu Thach Street, Ward 1, Da Lat, Lam Dong #### What's nearby - Da Lat Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Xuan Huong Lake - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles - Dalat Flower Gardens - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles - Dalat Cable Car - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles - Tuyen Lam Lake - 10 min drive - 3.5 miles #### Getting around - Da Lat Station - 11 min drive - Da Lat (DLI-Lien Khuong) - 36 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Liên Hoa Bakery - ‬2 min walk - ‪Blue Parrot Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk - ‪Shree Ganesha Indian Restaurant - ‬1 min walk - ‪Vuong Pizza - ‬2 min walk - ‪La Lapine - Bakery & Coffee - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Saphir Dalat Hotel Hotel near Da Lat Market Located close to Xuan Huong Lake and Dalat Flower Gardens, Saphir Dalat Hotel provides an attached winery, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site Vietnamese cuisine restaurant, Saphir, serves breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a library. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - A local area shuttle, a computer station and a banquet hall - A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket information and luggage storage Room features All 79 rooms boast comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers - Daily housekeeping, desks and phones ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95980000/95970900/95970812/579d9ee0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Goldient Boutique Hotel Da Lat - Pool - Breakfast included - Kids pool - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 75 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=95970812&PinnedHotelID=95970812&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525200/525173/0cfa2d97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Du Parc Hotel Dalat Da Lat - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Gym - Breakfast available 8.2 Very good 481 reviews £32 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=525173&PinnedHotelID=525173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33750000/33744600/33744571/d2ad71df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lamarque Dalat Villa Da Lat - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=33744571&PinnedHotelID=33744571&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15490000/15484600/15484523/0e69e596.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kings Hotel Dalat Da Lat - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 7.6 Good 58 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=15484523&PinnedHotelID=15484523&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21970000/21968100/21968081/0e44c3de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Starhill Hotel Da Lat - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Parking available 8.8 Excellent 193 reviews £10 includes taxes & fees 15 Dec - 16 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=21968081&PinnedHotelID=21968081&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33360000/33351000/33350943/8e29d59b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Golf Valley Hotel Da Lat - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.8 Excellent 81 reviews £52 includes taxes & fees 24 Nov - 25 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=33350943&PinnedHotelID=33350943&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Building design](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113750000/113742600/113742563/cdeb06ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nia Hotel Da Lat - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry 10 Exceptional 4 reviews £43 includes taxes & fees 17 Nov - 18 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=113742563&PinnedHotelID=113742563&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84136800/84136798/8a602e57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sandals Camellia Hotel Da Lat - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=84136798&PinnedHotelID=84136798&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Signature Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33380000/33375600/33375518/35e10060.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Colline Dalat Da Lat - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services - Bar 8.8 Excellent 225 reviews £51 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=33375518&PinnedHotelID=33375518&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Land view from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101460000/101456400/101456317/0f5807f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quy Tai Premium Hotel Da Lat - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews £51 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=101456317&PinnedHotelID=101456317&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Height restrictions apply for on-site parking - Offsite parking; reservations required - Area shuttle (surcharge) - Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site parking ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Saphir ### Things to do - Library - Winery ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Business centre - Computer station - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 2 buildings - 3 floors - Banquet hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Desk - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 AM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms Parking height restrictions apply ### Property is also known as Saphir Dalat Saphir Dalat Da Lat Saphir Dalat Hotel Saphir Dalat Hotel Da Lat Saphir Hotel Dalat Saphir Dalat Hotel Hotel Saphir Dalat Hotel Da Lat Saphir Dalat Hotel Hotel Da Lat ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Saphir Dalat Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Saphir Dalat Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Saphir Dalat Hotel? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Saphir Dalat Hotel? > Checkout is at noon. ### Where is Saphir Dalat Hotel located? > Located in the heart of Da Lat, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Da Lat Market, Xuan Huong Lake and Dalat Flower Gardens. Dalat Cable Car and Valley of Love are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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