Saphir Dalat Hotel

The staff were very friendly and resolved all our issues. The room was clean and stylish. Breakfasts were buffet-style and very filling. One thing though – the walls are thin, and the windows are wooden, so you can hear every breath and creak. I wouldn't recommend taking rooms on the first floor – you'll hear every guest checking in.

This hotel leaves me with mixed feelings. On one hand, it boasts interesting architecture and interiors filled with antique items. The location is also decent, aside from the uphill walk to get to the hotel. On the other hand, the room wasn't cleaned well, the bathroom was dirty, and there were cigarette ashes on the floor. The soundproofing was completely non-existent. There were gaps in the windows big enough to fit a finger through. We were given a room facing directly onto the entrance (even though no more than 10% of the rooms were occupied), and it felt like everything happening outside was happening inside our room. Additionally, the bed was very hard, which was uncomfortable for us. The room was quite chilly (it was September). We had to wait about 10 minutes for hot water. The breakfasts were more than modest. In summary, I would look for a different hotel next time.

I have mixed feelings about this hotel. Cons: We booked an attic room because it was the only one available with two beds and a city view. You could only stand up straight near the door; everywhere else, you had to crouch or crawl. The phone didn't work, and the porter just shrugged his shoulders. Only 2 out of 8 outlets were functional. There was no heating, and large ventilation gaps under the window made sleeping uncomfortable when it was 12°C outside, though thankfully the blankets were warm. A lot of things flew in through these gaps during the day, from mosquitoes to various bugs. By the way, there's no air conditioning for summer, just a fan. The bathroom was tiny, about 1 square meter, with the toilet and shower in the same small area (it reminded me of conditions on submarines). So, after showering, the floor was wet, and all the water flowed into the room, which had tiles instead of carpeting. Everything was old, including the faucets and toilet, which were from the last century and constantly leaked, so you'd have to sleep to those lovely sounds. Regarding food: on the first day, there was a promised buffet, albeit meager. On the second and third days, we waited 15-20 minutes for our even more meager breakfast to be brought to us. The slow elevator didn't even go to our floor. There were also renovations happening, with tiles being replaced somewhere in the hotel, so the sound of the jackhammer added to the excitement. Pros: The location – its proximity to the central streets. If you're a fan of antiques, this hotel will appeal to you. The working fireplace in the breakfast room alone is worth it. The entire building, from the facade to the interior, is designed in the style of the past one or two centuries. There are many different devices and items from those eras; you can even find old cars and motorcycles. Summary: The hotel doesn't even deserve 3 stars, let alone 4. You could stay for one night if you love historical artifacts and are willing to sacrifice comfort, but nothing more.

Excellent hotel! The room was spacious with large beds, and I absolutely loved the interior – everything felt antique, from the doors to the bathtub and furniture. It felt like stepping back into the early 20th century. The service was good, and breakfast was standard.