With a fascinating blend of cultures and history, Dalat Palace Hotel was completed after six years of construction, comprising 30 luxury rooms designed in pre-WWI Victorian style.
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According to historical sources, in 1905 when work began on creating a hilltop resort, or “sanotorium” in the romantic highland of Dalat, the elegant Dalat Palace Hotel was built overlooking the lake and featuring all the modern luxuries of that time. Back then it was called The Langbian Palace, after the highest peak in Dalat.
With a fascinating blend of cultures and history, the hotel was completed after six years of construction, comprising 30 luxury rooms designed in pre-WWI Victorian style. The Palace hosted the rich and famous of the time, who came to Dalat to enjoy hunting in the cool mountain climate. The hotel rates at the time were charged daily, weekly or monthly, and full board was mandatory. Evenings were filled with ballroom dance parties, with a full band permanently in residence to entertain the guests.
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In 1941, the Palace was fully refurbished in a much praised Art-deco style, with additional rooms added. In 1946 the hotel was host to the negotiators of the future Fontainebleau conference between the Viet-Minh and the French authorities. The National Hero, General Vo Nguyen Giap, stayed in Suite 101 during the months of April and May 1946. Other famous guests have included actor Robert de Niro, the Lord Mayor of London, the Queen and H.R. Prince Hendrik of Denmark. The hotel also played host to many visiting heads of states who were personal guests of Emperor Bao Dai, himself a resident of Dalat, with his three palaces standing close to the hotel.
Over the years the hotel changed hands several times, until World War II began. From March to June 1945, the hotel was closed due to the Japanese military occupation when it was used to accommodate the Commandant of the Japanese Armed Forces in Vietnam. After the war, the hotel returned to the French Administration until 1958, when control of the hotel was given to the South Vietnamese government and it was renamed the Dalat Palace Hotel.
At present the Dalat Palace’s 43 rooms are elegantly decorated and offer a luxurious atmosphere as well as first class amenities. Hundreds of antiques made the hotel more splendid and attractive.The splendour of a bygone era is evident in the finishing touches. All rooms are equipped with IDD telephone, satellite television,air-conditioner, minibar, safe deposit box, hairdryer and music channels. The deluxe rooms have private fireplaces, and all rooms have WIFI connections.
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The gourmet restaurant ‘Le Rabelais’ specialises in French cuisine and is the perfect venue to savour delectable dishes prepared by the hotel’s experienced chefs. Guests can choose from a wide selection of French or New World wines to accompany their meal. The restful ambience of Dalat Palace Hotel is evident at the intimate Le Cozy Bar, offering a romantic fireplace to settle in front of and enjoy the live piano music.
The historical Rose Library is the place for relaxing with a book or newspaper whilst taking a trip back in time to discover the history of one of Asia’s most prestigious and historical addresses. Enjoy our black and white photographic tributes or relax and watch the animated presentation that plays on our flat screen television.
In the basement, Palace club is the place for a fun and casual evening. Guests can enjoy live music band every night, international music and wine. Wholesome food, a well-stocked bar and refined cocktails make Palace club an excellent choice for whiling away an evening. A few minutes walk from Palace club is Café De La Poste Restaurant, offering a delectable selection of French dishes in a bistro style setting.
The hotel’s banquet and conference rooms are the perfect venues to celebrate weddings, birthdays and other events for up to 200 guests. The hotel facilities include two tennis courts, a spa, gym and boutiques. City and countryside tours can be organised on request through the hotel concierge.
For golf lovers, five minutes drive from the hotel lies the Dalat Palace Golf Club. Set among the natural hills and lakes of the city, this is arguably the best golf course in Vietnam and one of the finest in southeast Asia, featuring 18 holes set within a stunning landscape and an authentic golf club house built in the 1930’s. The course has attracted golf enthusiasts from all over the world.
DALAT PALACE HOTEL
2 Tran Phu Street, Dalat City
Tel: 063 3825 444
Fax: 063 3825 666
Email: Palace.reservation@royaldl.com
Website: royaldl.com
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