Where to Stay in Hoi An 2026 | Best Areas + Hotel Map
Hoi An offers Vietnam's most romantic accommodation scene - from converted merchant houses in the UNESCO Ancient Town to beachfront resorts and riverside boutiques. The compact size means you're never far from the lantern-lit streets, but choosing between beach and town significantly shapes your experience. Most visitors stay 2-4 nights to explore tailors, temples, and beaches.
Editor's Pick for First-Timers
Ancient Town edge
Stay on the periphery of Ancient Town for the best balance - atmospheric lantern-lit walks to restaurants and tailors, but without the pedestrian crowds and noise of the absolute center. Hotels here often have pools and gardens while remaining walkable to everything.
Ancient Town
Cam Chau (Riverside)
An Bang Beach
Cua Dai Beach
Cam Nam Island
Quick Guide: Best Areas
Things to Know
- • Very center of Ancient Town can be noisy with tourists until 10-11pm
- • Some Cua Dai Beach hotels affected by severe erosion - verify beach status before booking
- • Rainy season (Oct-Dec) brings flooding - ground floor rooms in Ancient Town can flood
- • Hotels on main roads outside Old Town lack the charm - worth paying more for location
Understanding Hoi An Geography
Hoi An centers on the UNESCO-listed Ancient Town along the Thu Bon River. The beach areas (An Bang and Cua Dai) lie 4-5km east. The surrounding countryside offers rice paddies, villages, and vegetable gardens. Everything is flat and perfect for cycling.
Accommodation Map
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Best Neighborhoods in Hoi An
Ancient Town
Best for: UNESCO heritage, Japanese Bridge, lantern-lit streets, tailors, night market
"Magical lantern-lit streets with centuries-old merchant houses"
Pros
- UNESCO atmosphere
- Everything walkable
- Best restaurants
Cons
- Very touristy
- Crowded evenings
- Can feel like museum
Cam Chau (Riverside)
Best for: River views, quieter location, boutique hotels, sunrise spots
"Peaceful riverside setting with easy Old Town access"
Pros
- River views
- Quieter than center
- Better value
Cons
- Need bicycle
- Less nightlife
- Flooding risk in rainy season
An Bang Beach
Best for: Beach life, seafood restaurants, beach bars, sunrise swims
"Laid-back beach village with excellent seafood and beach bars"
Pros
- Beach access
- Great seafood
- Relaxed atmosphere
Cons
- 4km from town
- Need transport
- Less cultural
Cua Dai Beach
Best for: Luxury resorts, Cham Island boat trips, quiet beach, golf
"Resort corridor with pristine beach and island access"
Pros
- Luxury resorts
- Quieter beach
- Island trips
Cons
- Beach erosion issues
- Far from town
- Resort prices
Cam Nam Island
Best for: Local village life, authentic food, rice paddies, cycling
"Authentic Vietnamese village just across the river"
Pros
- Local prices
- Authentic food
- Quiet nights
Cons
- Basic accommodation
- Limited options
- Very local
Accommodation Budget in Hoi An
Budget
Hostels, budget hotels, shared facilities
Mid-Range
3-star hotels, boutique stays, great locations
Luxury
5-star hotels, suites, premium amenities
💡 Prices vary by season. Book 2-3 months ahead for best rates.
Our Top Hotel Picks
€ Best Budget Hotels
Tribee Bana Hostel
Ancient Town
Design-forward hostel with private pods, rooftop bar, and social common areas. Steps from the Japanese Bridge.
Hoi An Chic Hotel
Cam Chau
Charming family-run hotel with pool, bicycle rental, and exceptional breakfast. 5-minute cycle to Ancient Town.
€€ Best Mid-Range Hotels
Almanity Hoi An Resort & Spa
Ancient Town edge
Wellness-focused boutique with daily spa treatments included, pool, and meditation garden. Walking distance to Old Town.
Anantara Hoi An Resort
Thu Bon Riverside
Colonial-style riverside resort with river-view rooms, cooking classes, and beautiful gardens. Prime Ancient Town location.
La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa
Cam Chau
Elegant resort with three pools, excellent restaurant, and complimentary shuttle to Ancient Town and beach.
€€€ Best Luxury Hotels
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai
Ha My Beach
Ultra-luxurious beachfront villas with private pools, three restaurants, and award-winning spa. Vietnam's most exclusive resort.
Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort
Cua Dai Beach
Colonial-style beachfront resort with private beach, multiple pools, and vintage Vespa tours. Classic Vietnamese hospitality.
✦ Unique & Boutique Stays
An Villa Hoi An
Ancient Town
Intimate five-room boutique in a restored 200-year-old merchant house with antique furniture and courtyard garden.
Smart Booking Tips for Hoi An
- 1 Book 3-4 weeks ahead for Dec-March (peak season) and Lantern Festival nights (14th lunar month)
- 2 Rainy season (Sep-Dec) sees 40-50% discounts but flood risk
- 3 Many boutique hotels include excellent breakfast and bicycle rental - compare total value
- 4 Full moon nights (lantern festival) see prices increase 20-30% in Ancient Town
- 5 Most hotels arrange airport pickup from Da Nang (30-40 min drive) - book in advance
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