Where to Stay Guides
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Which area to book in each Vietnamese city, bay and island, who each area suits, and the hotel types and price bands you will find there.
Facts sit next to their sources. Opening hours, ticket prices, train and ferry timetables and fares in Vietnamese dong change, so each guide says where to confirm them before you go.
Da Nang
- Where to Stay in Da Nang: 6 Best Areas (2026)
Where to stay in Da Nang: compare My Khe, the Han River, Son Tra, Non Nuoc, Ba Na Hills and Hoi An by budget, travel style and logistics.
- Da Nang Beach Resorts: Pick by Location & Trip Style
Compare Da Nang beach resorts by location, walkability and traveler type, with transfer times, beach access and booking tips.
- Da Nang Family Hotels: Where to Stay With Kids (Resorts, Beachfront & Budget)
Choosing a family hotel in Da Nang? Compare resorts, My Khe beachfront stays and apartments by kids' age, location, room type and budget, with trade-offs.
- Da Nang Hostels: Best Areas, What to Check & Picks
Choose a Da Nang hostel by neighborhood, budget, and traveler type, with a booking checklist and honest trade-offs for My Khe beach versus the city centre.
- My Khe Beach Hotels: Where to Stay by Budget and Area
Choosing a hotel near My Khe Beach in Da Nang? Compare beachfront and one-block-back stays by area, budget, and traveler type, with booking checks.
Ha Long Bay
- 5 Best Places to Stay in Ha Long Bay: City, Island or Cruise
Not sure where to stay in Ha Long Bay? Compare 5 options, from Bai Chay hotels and Tuan Chau island to overnight and luxury cruises, by access and fit.
- Bai Chay Hotels: Best Areas and How to Choose Your Base
Choosing Bai Chay hotels? Compare the waterfront, the main strips and the quiet edges, then weigh Hon Gai, Tuan Chau and a cruise before you book.
- Ha Long Bay Luxury Cruise: How to Choose and Book
How to choose a luxury Ha Long Bay cruise: route, 1 vs 2 nights, cabin type, season, and booking lead times, with weather backup tips.
- Ha Long Bay Overnight Cruise: How to Choose (2026)
Planning a Ha Long Bay overnight cruise? Compare bays, 1 vs 2 nights, price tiers, Hanoi transfers, seasons and booking mistakes before you book.
- Tuan Chau Island, Ha Long Bay: Is It Worth a Stop?
Tuan Chau Island explained: cruise harbour, beach and attractions, how to get there, and whether to stay a night or just pass through.
Hanoi
- Where to Stay in Hanoi: 8 Best Areas by Traveler Type (2026)
Not sure where to stay in Hanoi? Compare 8 areas, from the Old Quarter to West Lake, by budget, noise and walkability for every traveler type.
- Best Hostels in Hanoi: Old Quarter Picks by Traveller Type
Compare Hanoi hostels by vibe, location and tour-booking. Social vs quiet picks, fine-print traps, and how to choose your Old Quarter base.
- Hanoi Airport Hotels: Where to Stay Near Noi Bai (HAN)
Short on time before a flight? Compare hotels near Noi Bai Airport by distance, shuttle and budget, and see when a city stay is the better call.
- Hanoi Boutique Hotels: Best Areas and Stays by Traveler Type
Shortlist Hanoi boutique hotels by area, noise, access and traveler fit, with picks in the Old Quarter and French Quarter and booking tips.
- Hanoi French Quarter Hotels: Where to Stay & Who It Suits
Compare Hanoi French Quarter hotels, see how the area differs from the Old Quarter, and pick by budget, noise, and walkability.
- Hanoi Old Quarter Hotels: Best Areas & Picks by Budget
Where to stay in Hanoi's Old Quarter: quiet vs loud streets, room tips, picks for every budget, and transfer and weekend-closure logistics.
Ho Chi Minh City
- Where to Stay in Ho Chi Minh City: 7 Best Areas & Hotels
Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City: 7 areas compared, from District 1 and Bui Vien to District 3, with hotel picks for every budget.
- Best Hostels in Ho Chi Minh City by Budget and Vibe
Pick Ho Chi Minh City hostels by sleep needs and neighbourhood: Bui Vien social dorms, quieter District 3 and District 4 options, plus booking and arrival tips.
- District 1 vs District 3 Saigon: Where to Stay (Compared)
District 1 or District 3 in Saigon? Compare location, hotels, food, nightlife and walkability, with a clear pick for each type of traveler.
- Ho Chi Minh City Airport Hotels: Stay Near Tan Son Nhat
Compare hotels near Tan Son Nhat Airport: shuttle and walking access, who should stay, and when a city-center hotel is the better choice.
- Saigon Hotels With Rooftop Pool: Where to Swim With a Skyline View
Compare Saigon hotels with rooftop pools by neighbourhood, pool size, views and budget, plus what to check before booking.
Hoi An
- Where to Stay in Hoi An: 6 Best Areas by Traveler Type
Not sure where to stay in Hoi An? Compare Old Town, An Hoi Island, Cam Pho, Cam Chau, the beach and Cam Thanh by walking time, noise and budget.
- An Bang Beach Hotels: Where to Stay & Who It Suits
Choosing a hotel near An Bang Beach, Hoi An? Compare beachfront resorts, villas and homestays, plus Old Town trade-offs and who should skip it.
- Best Resorts in Hoi An: Where to Stay by Area and Budget
Compare Hoi An resorts by area (old town edge, An Bang beach, Cua Dai, rice fields), with transfer, walkability, and flood-season trade-offs.
- Hoi An Homestays: Best Areas, Types and How to Choose
Choosing a Hoi An homestay? Compare Old Town, rice-field and An Bang Beach areas, what to expect, booking tips and who should skip each.
- Hoi An Old Town Hotels: Best Edges to Stay (2026)
Choose the right Hoi An Old Town hotel: edge-by-edge walk times, who each area suits, price tiers, noise and flood trade-offs.
Hue
- Where to Stay in Hue: 8 Best Hotels by Area and Traveler
Where to stay in Hue, Vietnam: compare the south bank, the Citadel side and the quiet edge, with 8 hotel picks by budget and traveler type.
- Hue Homestays: How to Choose the Right Area and Stay
Choosing a Hue homestay? Compare areas, access and cost trade-offs, see who should pick a hotel instead, and learn how to vet a small host.
- Hue Hostels: Where to Stay on a Budget (2026)
Compare Hue hostels by location, dorm vs private room, noise and booking tips, and see which areas suit solo, social and budget travellers.
- Hue Resorts: Riverside, Spa & Garden Stays Compared
Compare Hue's resort-style stays by location, transfers, spa and family fit, with cost trade-offs and who should pick a city hotel instead.
- Hue Riverside Hotels: Where to Stay on the Perfume River
Compare riverside hotels in Hue by location, views, noise, and access to the Citadel, station, and airport, with who each suits and who should skip it.
Nha Trang
- Where to Stay in Nha Trang: 5 Best Areas & Hotels (2026)
Choose the right Nha Trang base: compare Tran Phu, back streets, Pham Van Dong, Cam Ranh and island resorts by noise, transfers and budget.
- Cam Ranh Resorts: Where to Stay on Bai Dai Beach
Compare Cam Ranh resorts by style, beach access, airport transfer, and trade-offs against staying in Nha Trang city.
- Nha Trang Beachfront Hotels: Where to Stay by Area and Budget
Compare Nha Trang beachfront hotels by area, budget and traveler type, with beachfront checks, airport transfer and room-choice tips.
- Nha Trang Hostels: Best Areas, Dorms & How to Choose
Choose the right Nha Trang hostel by area, vibe and budget. Compare party vs quiet stays, dorm trade-offs, rainy-season risks and arrival logistics.
- Nha Trang Resorts: Which Area and Type Fits Your Trip
Compare Nha Trang resorts by setting: city beachfront, Hon Tre island, Ninh Van Bay and Cam Ranh. Access, trade-offs and who each suits.
Ninh Binh
- 4 Best Places to Stay in Ninh Binh: Areas and Stay Types
Choose between Ninh Binh city and Tam Coc with a clear area comparison, four stay types, trip-length advice and transfer tips for a first visit.
- Ninh Binh Hostels: Where to Stay in Tam Coc vs Town
Choosing a hostel in Ninh Binh? Compare Tam Coc and town bases, house rules, noise, and getting around, plus when a homestay fits better.
- Ninh Binh Hotels: Best Areas, Types and How to Choose
Choosing among Ninh Binh hotels? Compare Tam Coc, Trang An and the city centre, with booking tips, costs to expect and who should skip each area.
- Ninh Binh Resorts: Areas, Prices & How to Choose
Choosing a Ninh Binh resort starts with location. Compare Tam Coc, Trang An and rural stays by price, setting, access and who each suits.
- Tam Coc Homestays: Where to Stay, Areas & Trade-offs
Choose a Tam Coc homestay by location, walkability, budget tier and arrival logistics. Compare areas, what to check before booking, and who should skip homestays.
Phu Quoc
- Where to Stay in Phu Quoc: 6 Best Areas by Trip Type
Choose where to stay in Phu Quoc by trip type and logistics. Compare Duong Dong, Long Beach, Ong Lang, the south and the north, with who each suits.
- Duong Dong Hotels: Where to Stay in Phu Quoc's Main Town (Guide)
Choosing among Duong Dong hotels? Compare town-centre and outskirts stays, budget apartments and nearby beach options, plus transport and booking checks.
- Phu Quoc Family Resorts: Best Areas and How to Choose
Choosing a Phu Quoc family resort? Compare areas and resort types, kids' facilities, transfers and seasons, with clear trade-offs for each age group.
- Phu Quoc Pool Villas: Best Areas, Types & What to Check
Choosing a pool villa in Phu Quoc? Compare areas, private vs resort-complex pools, group-size fit and what to check before booking.
- Phu Quoc Resorts: Best Areas and Picks by Traveler Type
Compare Phu Quoc resorts by coast, traveler type and trade-offs, with skip-if lines for Long Beach, Ong Lang, Khem Beach and the south.
Sapa
- Where to Stay in Sapa: 5 Best Areas by Traveler Type
Choose where to stay in Sapa by area and stay type: town center, hillside views, budget lakeside, trekking villages and homestays, with trade-offs and arrival tips.
- Sapa Homestays: Village Family Stays vs Guesthouses
Choose the right Sapa homestay: compare village family homes, town guesthouses and group dorms, with booking, access and what to confirm.
- Sapa Hostels: Best Budget Dorms & Where to Stay (2026)
Choosing a hostel in Sapa? Compare dorms vs private rooms, locations, cold-season comfort, and arrival tips before you book.
- Sapa Hotels With a View: Where to Stay for Valley, Mountain & Lake Views
Choose Sapa hotels with a view by view type, location and budget. Compare valley, mountain and lake outlooks, room-category tips and fog-day backups.
- Sapa Resorts: Where to Stay by Location, Views & Traveler Type
A practical guide to Sapa resorts. Compare in-town and valley options by views, facilities, season, and transfers, with a clear pick for each traveler.