at Dalat (3)

Where to stay :

- Sofitel Dalat Palace

Due to its altitude at around 3000 feet which, mahes its climate smooth, Dalat is often called the City of Eternal Spring and is probably one of the most delightful destinations in Vietnam, home to the New Style Sofitel. Built in 1922, this stunning property has been recently restored to its former grandeur and is surrounded by lakes, waterfalls, and one of Asia's premier golf courses. Luxuriously-appointed 43 rooms and suites, gourmet restaurants and well-stocked bars combined with excellent conference and recreational facilities, the Dalat Palace golf course and mountainous countryside, have made this French colonial property a must to return to.

Amateurs of art will certainly appreciate the old colonial style furniture and the paintings on the walls which are all extraordinary copies of very well known impressionists' masterpieces, while amateurs of Pim's n°1 will enjoy their favourite drink in the jazz atmosphere of the astonishing Rabelais Bar.

And, before the main entrance, an old black Citroen with white tyres or an style horse cab is available to have a special city tour.

- Dalat Novotel

The original Du Parc Hotel, built in 1932, has been elegantly and painstakingly restored and is now the perfect base to explore the surrounding countryside, the Xuan Huong Lake, or simply take in a round of tennis or golf.

Located in front of the Novotel, La Poste is an old relay of post horses and has been transformed by the Accor Group as a restaurant for both Sofitel Palace and Novotel. It serves in an very original and friendly ambiance from breakfast to fine cuisine with recipes blending French and Vietnamese tastes.

Dining out: Nearby the central market, Maison Lon Hoa is said "family restaurant" where owners serve very fine traditional cuisine in a friendly old style way.

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