Must-see hotels in Vietnam

  • Buffalo Hostel

    Dong Hoi

    Buffalo Hostel ticks all the boxes for the thrifty traveller: colourful six-bed dorms and five private rooms, loads of local information on where to kick…

  • Dreams 3

    Dalat

    The second branch of Dreams, despite the name, is located just up the street from Dreams 1. Like its sibling, it offers bright, comfortable rooms but…

  • Go Sapa Hostel

    Sapa

    Up the hill from central Sapa, this well-run hostel has a multitude of six- and eight-bed dorms (with lockers) set around a communal courtyard and lots of…

  • Coco Hostel

    Ho Chi Minh City

    This small hostel is run by a friendly team and has an enviable location in an upmarket corner of District 1 near parkland and the Reunification Palace…

  • Moonlight Hotel Hue

    Hue

    This efficient Hue hotel charges modest bucks for very high-spec rooms with polished wooden floors, marble-clad bathrooms (with tubs) and lavish…

  • Dalat Backpackers Hostel

    Dalat

    Belying its location close to two of Dalat's most upmarket hotels, this five-year veteran offers surprising comfort at budget prices on a quiet street…

  • Cat Cat View Hotel

    Sapa

    There's plenty of choice at this rambling, family-run spot with comfortable pine-trimmed rooms over nine floors and two wings, with the upper floors…

  • Sapa Dragon Hotel

    Sapa

    Professional staff, a quiet neighbourhood and stylish interior design give this hotel a reassuring vibe. The 20 rooms are handsome and spacious and come…

  • Ivy Villa

    Hoi An

    Out of the thick of things on the eastern edge of Hoi An, Ivy Villa is a professionally run and welcoming choice set alongside a small, blue rectangular…

  • Langchia Home

    Phu Quoc Island

    A favourite with solo travellers, this hostel gets plenty of praise for the friendliness and helpfulness of its staff, the lively bar with pool table and…

  • Nguyen Shack

    Ninh Binh

    With a riverside setting around 5km from Tam Coc, Nguyen Shack's easygoing, lazy-days thatched bungalows are the perfect antidote to the bustle of Hanoi…

  • Dalat Train Villa

    Dalat

    Three French-era villas that have been sensitively converted into apartments with lounges and kitchens, family rooms perfect for groups, and refined…

  • Sanouva

    Danang

    Boutique mixes with business at the stylish Sanouva, located in a bustling commercial street just a few blocks from Danang's riverfront. An Asian-chic…

  • Anna Tham Hotel View

    Tam Coc

    This decent and friendly family-owned hotel is in a quiet area just a short walk from Bich Dong Pagoda. Rice-paddy views, spacious rooms and a warm…

  • Xoai Hotel

    Can Tho

    This friendly, efficient hotel offers fantastic value and has bright, mango-coloured rooms – appropriate given the name means 'Mango Hotel'. Helpful staff…

  • Hotel Nikko Saigon

    Ho Chi Minh City

    The location is a bit stranded for sightseers, so you'll be taking taxis to the centre, but this is reflected in the rates, which are fine value given the…

  • Liberty Central Saigon Citypoint

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Liberty is a Vietnamese hotel brand with a reputation for value and service. Rooms feature chic decor and spacious bathrooms, and relaxation options…

  • Sleep In Dalat Hostel

    Dalat

    This friendly hostel is tucked away down a narrow alleyway, insulating you from main-street noise. Owner Linh cooks communal dinners so that you can get…

  • Novotel

    Halong City

    The Novotel fuses Asian influences with contemporary details, resulting in stunning rooms with teak floors, marble bathrooms and sliding screens to divide…

  • Red Hotel

    Con Dao Islands

    This mini-hotel has a choice of rooms with hot-water en suites (though expect hard mattresses) and is close to the night market and plenty of eating…

  • Madame Moon Hotel

    Hanoi

    Keeping it simple just one block from Hoan Kiem Lake, Madame Moon has surprisingly chic rooms and a (relatively) traffic-free location in a street filled…

  • Novotel Danang Premier Han River

    Danang

    This towering riverside landmark has hip rooms with unmatched views over the Han River towards the beach and ocean. Staff are very welcoming and well…

  • Tulip Hotel I

    Dalat

    Reliable midrange choice in the heart of Dalat. The best rooms are spacious and light, the cheapest are small and without much natural light, but all are…

  • Glenwood City Resort

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Offering good value for pricey District 2, this place is a good choice for those who favour a peaceful base. There's attractive, spacious accommodation…

  • Mai Chau Sunrise Village

    Mai Chau

    For a little more privacy than the neighbourhood homestays, this friendly operation in Lac village offers spacious bungalows with rickety bamboo furniture…

  • Limestone View Homestay

    Ninh Binh

    With superb mountain vistas from a village location convenient for Tam Coc (5km), Hoa Lu (5km) or Trang An (2km), Limestone View has very comfortable…

  • Du Gia Homestay

    Ha Giang Province

    About 800m east of Du Gia is this collection of ramshackle bungalows, some perched romantically in the middle of a pond, and set around a traditional…

  • Art Boutique Hotel

    Hanoi

    The young, friendly, helpful crew at the Art Hotel make this well-located spot really stand out. Rooms are spacious, with very clean bathrooms and wooden…

  • Amazing Hotel

    Sapa

    Amazing might be an exaggeration, but this striking, modern, four-star hotel offers comfortable rooms and impressive views from some of them. A rooftop…

  • Blue River Hotel 2

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Fronted by bamboo fronds, and within reach of both Dong Khoi and Pham Ngu Lao but far enough away to escape the tourist buzz, this friendly and quiet…

  • Ocean View Homestay

    Dong Hoi

    Around 4km north of the city, Ocean View Homestay is located about 150m from the beach. The savvy young owner speaks excellent English and the homestay's…

  • Tay Ho Boutique Hotel

    Can Tho

    This old-timer has been given a facelift and while 'boutique' may be stretching things, it is a good-value option in a great riverfront location. It's set…

  • Congfu Hotel

    Bac Ha

    This place has freshly painted rooms with block-like foam mattresses and white linen. Book room 105, 108, 205 or 208 for floor-to-ceiling windows…

  • Truong Xuan Resort

    Ha Giang Province

    A relaxing place sitting along the bank of the Lo River, 5km north of town, with spacious thatched duplex bungalows set in lush grounds. You'll want one…

  • iHome

    Nha Trang

    A hedonist's heaven, this party hostel has all bases covered with unlimited free beer during happy hour and a vibing atmosphere. Staff are lots of fun and…

  • Poetic Hue Hostel

    Hue

    In a whitewashed villa down a quiet back lane, this is a good alternative to Hue's busier hostels. Local families and birdsong give the location a…

  • Town House 23

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Located in a quiet cafe-lined street a short walk from the bustle of Pham Ngu Lao, Town House 23 is a modern and well-designed combination of hostel and…

  • Nam Long Plus

    Dong Hoi

    A fine eight-storey hotel with spacious rooms and dorms, most with city or river views. A free hot breakfast is included, service is excellent and tours…

  • Funtastic Danang Hostel

    Danang

    Danang's original specialist hostel is a goodie, with young and energetic owners, colourful rooms and dorms, and a comfortable lounge area for when all…

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