Highland resortDa Lat's "photogenic café" scene has evolved another step. There's a place where wooden architecture and lantern light make you feel like you've wandered into the world of a Ghibli film,「Still Cafe」and a place with a terrace set in a field of hydrangeas,"CatuKa Coffee."We introduce two photo-worthy spots that are only possible in cool-climate Da Lat.
Both charm with spaces that put nature and atmosphere in the lead role. With a single cup of coffee in hand, they're places you'll want to spend a whole day.
The world of Ghibli—Still Cafe
Still Cafe is a café with striking wooden architecture and warm lighting, described as "Japanese vintage / Ghibli style." With a small garden and retro decorations arranged throughout, every corner is photogenic. It also has an attached bakery and a cute goods space, where you can enjoy drinks and desserts. It's open daily from 8:00 to 18:00, and the misty mornings are said to be the most beautiful time.
A hydrangea-field terrace—CatuKa Coffee
CatuKa Coffee (also known as "the hydrangea field, Cánh đồng hoa Cẩm Tú Cầu") is a flower café with a vast hydrangea field spreading behind it. With many photo spots, such as a bridge over the flowers, you'll feel like you're walking through a European garden. It's open 7:00–17:30, with the best viewing in May–July. Admission includes one drink, which you can savor while gazing at the flower field.
Comparing the two
| Cafe | Characteristics | Hours | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Still Cafe | A Ghibli-style wooden space | 8:00〜18:00 | Morning mist, garden, bakery |
| CatuKa Coffee | A hydrangea-field terrace | 7:00〜17:30 | Flower field, bridge (best viewing May–July), a drink included with admission |
Da Lat cafés also worth dropping by
Da Lat has a lineup of distinctive spots. There's "Trang’s Cookery," known for egg coffee; "Chill Chill Eatery," charming with its secret garden of fairy lights; "Me Linh Coffee Garden," popular for its stunning views; and "Meander Dalat," with specialty coffee and matcha. Since the climate is cool, it's a town where café time at outdoor seats is comfortable.
Summary
Ghibli-style Still Cafe and the hydrangea-field CatuKa—Da Lat's cafés are expanding from just "drinking" to "spending time and taking photos." On a trip heading to the highlands in search of cool air, do add a favorite spot.
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