WHERE TO STAY IN HOI AN: Resort, Midrange Hotel, Hostel

Anantara Hoi An Resort is situated near the Thu Bon River, making it an ideal place for travellers who have a special affinity to bodies of water, such as, well, a river. Boating and fishing are just a couple of minutes away, as it isn’t only near a river, but also near the Cu Dai Beach where you can soak in salty waters for as long as your heart feels like doing so.

Pros:

• each room is equipped with a private porch with stunning views of the garden
• near Cu Dai Beach and Thu Bon River
• fine dining options and in-house spa

Cons:

• the pools are relatively small
• only serves instant coffee in a packet

Hoi An Field Boutique Resort and Spa is one of the best hotels in Hoi An since it offers relaxation at its finest. From its rooms with a warm and relaxing ambience to its leisurely spa! They even offer free bike rentals, so you can explore the beautiful surroundings.

Its prefect location is just a few kilometres away from the places of interest, such as the Hoi An Historic Museum, and the Japanese Covered Bridge. Oh and some rooms offer breathtaking views of rice fields which are highly praised by previous customers.

Pros:

• centrally-located
• continental and buffet breakfast available
• spa and wellness centre
  Free bikes

Cons:

• limited dining menu

With designs that draw inspiration from a 16th-century love story of a Japanese merchant and a Vietnamese princess, Hotel Royal Hoi An exudes an ambience of royalty, making it one of the most famous and sought after hotels in Hoi An. Clearly, each of its rooms is designed with elegance in mind with the cherry on top being the spectacular views of Thu Bon River.

Pros:

• spa and wellness centre
• rooftop bar
• international dishes
• complimentary bicycles

Cons:

• crowded during breakfast

Four Seasons The Nam Hai is located next to Hoi An Beach, making it an ideal place for beach-inclined travellers. Each room is equipped with a Bose sound system, iPod docking stations, flat-screen TVs and of course Wi-Fi. There is also an option to dine by the sea, which is an ideal setting for couples looking for a romantic evening.

Pros:

• located near the Hoi An Beach
• badminton, tennis, and basketball court
• bose sound system in each room

Cons:

• outdated room design

Lantana Hoi An Boutique Hotel & Spa is one of the best places to stay in Hoi An in terms of convenience. It is near some of the tourist highlights of the city, such as the Japanese Covered Bridge. Coming and going is just as convenient as touring around because it is just 30 kilometres away from the Da Nang Airport.

Pros:

• centrally-located
• on-site fitness centre
• shuttle service

Cons:

• small rooms
• bicycle use is not free

Silk Sense Hoi An River Resort is another hotel that’s a few minutes from the major tourist spots of Hoi An. It is 3.5 kilometres far from the Assembly Hall of Chaozhou Chinese Congregation in Hoi An, and the Hoi An Historic Museum and Assembly Hall of the Hainan Chinese Congregation are just 3.6 kilometres away. Each of its rooms features a private bath equipped with a bidet and shower, and they also provide complimentary toiletries.

Pros:

• free use of bicycles
• on-site resto
• private beach area

Cons:

• limited food menu

Vinpearl Resort & Spa Hoi An offers a world-class hotel experience that won’t put a huge dent in your pocket. It has almost everything every traveller might look for in mid-range accommodation, such as an in-house wellness centre, on-site restaurant, and the convenience of being near the Da Nang Airport and other places of interest.

Their restaurant serves Asian and European dishes, so whatever your food preference is, there’s a good chance that you’ll find it here.

Pros:

• wide selection of food in their on-site restaurants
• spa and wellness centre
• complimentary toiletries

Cons:

• some distance from the beach

Tribee Cotu Hostel is a great hostel to stay at if you enjoy mingling with other travellers. They have a shared lounge and free Wi-Fi access. With many tours and activities on offer, including a free food tour, a stay at Tribee Cotu is perfect for the social traveller who enjoys experiencing life with new friends.

If a bathroom is something you’re uncomfortable with sharing with strangers, fret not, because each of their rooms has its own private bathroom.

Pros:

• private bathroom
• centrally-located
• nearby ATM

Cons:

• some rooms have no windows

Save some money but enjoy your journey at Happy Monkey Hostel where you’ll only pay a fraction of a hotel’s price, meet fellow travellers, eat some good Vietnamese food, and maybe even get a bit tipsy.. All that excitement, plus convenience.

This hostel is located near some of the most famous tourist spots in the city, with Hoi An Historic Museum and Assembly Hall of Chaozhou Chinese Congregation being only 6 kilometres away.

Pros:

• swimming pool
• on-site cafe

Cons:

• limited number of staffs that can speak English very well

Lazy Bear Hostel is an accommodation where you can relax and, well, be lazy all throughout your stay. It features minimalist-style, but nevertheless, cosy rooms, hyper-clean bath areas, and an overall relaxed vibe. If you feel like mingling with other travellers, there’s a common garden area where you can meet and greet tourists from different parts of the globe. And to top it all, they offer free bike rides.

Pros:

• free bicycle use
• free parking area
• shuttle service
• on-site bar and restaurant

Cons:

• some distance from the tourist attractions