Hoi An

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Discover Hoi An

Hoi An, once the trading capital of Vietnam, is for many travellers one of the most favourite places to visit during their trip to Vietnam.

In this charming city, you can wander around for days through the Old Town without getting bored. Most people stay longer than initially planned or regret they couldn’t stay longer.

Hoi An - Vietnam Seeing the Old Town in the evening, when the lanterns colour the charming streets, will make you fall in love with this city.

Riding a bike is an easy way to get around the city or to nearby beaches. Many guesthouses offer bicycle rentals. Some homestays even provide it for free when you stay with them (like HaLo HomeStay).

PRO TIP: If you were planning to buy a suit or high-quality handmade shoes, Hoi An is the place to be!

How to get to Hoi An

Leaving from	Duration	Prices from	See details
Quy Nhon	5-6.5 hours	from 140,000 VND ($5.50)	Quy Nhon to Hoi An
Nha Trang	3-11 hours	from 250,000 VND ($10.50)	Nha Trang to Hoi An
Dalat	3.5-17 hours	from 350,000 VND ($14.50)	Dalat to Hoi An
Mui Ne	16-17 hours	from 410,000 VND ($17)	Mui Ne to Hoi An
Ho Chi Minh	3.5-24 hours	from 540,000 VND ($23)	Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An
Hue	3-4 hours	from 113,000 VND ($4.80)	Hue to Hoi An
Phong Nha	6.5-8 hours	from 267,000 VND ($11)	Phong Nha to Hoi An
Ninh Binh	6-15 hours	from 395,000 VND ($16.50)	Ninh Binh to Hoi An
Hanoi	3-17 hours	from 351,000 VND ($14.50)	Hanoi to Hoi An
Da Nang Airport	1-1.5 hours	from 30,000 VND ($1.25)	Da Nang Airport to Hoi An
Da Nang Railway Station	1 hour	from 20,000 VND ($0.85)	Da Nang Railway to Hoi An
Pakse	7-11 hours	from 360,000 VND ($15)	Pakse to Hoi An

Our favourite places to stay in Hoi An

HaLo HomeStay

HaLo Homestay is an incredible budget option. You won't quite believe the standard of the rooms for the price you're paying. They're large, modern and very clean. The owners serve a delicious breakfast and will do everything they can to guarantee you a perfect stay. They even have free bikes for you to use. From the homestay you can reach the Old Quarter or beach within 5 minutes.

Double rooms from: $11

Flame Flowers Homestay

Expect a warm welcome when you arrive at Flame Flowers Homestay. The owners feel like family from the moment you meet them. Guests have been known to extend their stays here as they just can't face leaving. The spacious rooms provide you with everything you need - a good nights sleep and ultimate comfort!

Double rooms from: $25

Vina Beach Pool Villas

Dreaming of a luxurious retreat right next to the beach? Vina Beach Pool Villas tick all the boxes. There's a relaxing pool, lush gardens and it's only steps away from the beach. And after a hard day of relaxing, their super comfortable beds offer the best nights sleep. On top of that, the owners can't do enough to ensure you have an unforgettable stay.

Double rooms from: $40

Things to do in Hoi An

The online activity platform Klook offers many tours in Hoi An at great prices. I used it now for a couple of times and had great experiences. And the prices are often even lower than when you book with a local travel agent!

And most important, by booking the activity in advance, you avoid the problem of fully booked tours.

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About the author(s)

Maarten

Based in Bali, Maarten’s passion for travel is undeniable. In 2016, he decided to quit his job as a stock analyst and started doing what he always dreamed of: travelling through South East Asia and helping other people plan their trips. When he is not working on Gecko Routes, you’ll find him surfing in the ocean or exploring the best gems of Indonesia.