Hoi An Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hoi An Ancient Town showing night scenes, boating and a bay or harbour
Assembly Hall of the Fujian Chinese Congregation which includes a temple or place of worship, heritage architecture and religious aspects
Hoi An
Central Market featuring food and markets as well as a small group of people
Hoi An

Hoi An gives visitors a real glimpse of traditional Vietnamese life through its historic streets and ancient port.

Located 900 kilometres south of Hanoi, Hoi An is considerably less westernised than the rest of Vietnam and is a great spot to visit if you’re looking to delve a little deeper into the country’s history.Top of the “must-see” list is Hoi An Ancient Town. This ancient trading port has origins dating back in the 15th Century. Its atmosphere is vibrant and captivating with a plethora of narrow alleyways lined with rickety buildings. Fish traders have been coming here for centuries and can still be seen working from their boats on the dock. The Japanese Bridge in the Ancient Town is a reminder of the city’s multicultural history and pays homage to the skilled craftspeople who once lived here.This multicultural legacy continues with the Chinese Quan Cong Temple, an elaborate shrine dedicated to a great military general. Inside you’ll find gilt statues and incandescent tiles accompanied by the familiar heady scent of burning incense.Hoi An is probably best explored on foot or hiring a bike is another good option. Bikes are cheap to rent, and worth it if you’re considering a daytrip out to the surrounding countryside or the coast. If you choose to stay in the city, head down to the ancient docks and onto the Central Market, which has all the atmosphere of a traditional Vietnamese market. For a welcome distraction from the city, go to Cua Dai Beach, a beautiful stretch of palm-fringed golden sand leading onto the ocean. Here, there are plenty of good restaurants and eateries. From Cua Dai Beach you can also catch a boat to the protected marine life and forests of the nearby Cham Islands. Hoi An has a tropical climate and feels pretty hot all year round. Bear in mind that the monsoon sweeps through the area between September and January, with a lot of rainfall particularly during October and November.

Where to stay in Hoi An

Hoi An Ancient Town showing street scenes, cycling and a small town or village

Hoi An Ancient Town

Travellers to Hoi An Ancient Town praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Hoi An Market and Chua Cau.

Hoi An Ancient Town
Hoi An City Centre which includes markets, cycling and street scenes

Hoi An City Centre

4.5/5(115 area reviews)

Hoi An City Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hoi An Market and Chua Cau.

Hoi An City Centre
Cua Dai Beach showing street scenes and tropical scenes

Cam An

Cam An is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like An Bang Beach and Cua Dai Beach.

Cam An
Default Image

Cam Chau

Spas, historical sites and cocktail bars highlight some of the notable features of Cam Chau. Make a stop by Ba Le Market while you're exploring.

Cam Chau
Assembly Hall of the Fujian Chinese Congregation which includes a fountain, a square or plaza and a temple or place of worship

Minh An

4.5/5(39 area reviews)

Minh An is known for its beautiful river views, and you can make a stop by Hoi An Night Market and Hoi An Market while in the area.

Minh An
Song Hoai Square showing cycling, a small town or village and a square or plaza

Cam Pho

4.5/5(38 area reviews)

The stunning river views and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Cam Pho. A stop by Song Hoai Square or Chua Cau might round out your trip.

Cam Pho
La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa

La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
132 Hung Vuong, Block 7, Hoi An Tay Ward, Hoi An, Da Nang
The price is NZ$187 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$187
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hoi An. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (989 reviews)
"Great hotel - have stayed in La siesta in both Hanoi and Hoi an - lovely places to stay-, good staff, clean hotel, good swimming pools and day spa"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa
Almanity Hoi An Resort & Spa

Almanity Hoi An Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
326 Ly Thuong Kiet Street, Tan An Ward, Hoi An, Quang Nam
The price is NZ$120 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$120
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hoi An. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (581 reviews)
"Great friendly staff. Awesome service poolside. Very close to all kinds of restaurants. Great breakfast buffet."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Almanity Hoi An Resort & Spa
The Pearl Hội An

The Pearl Hội An

5 out of 5
An Bang Beach, Cam An Ward, Hoi An, Quang Nam
The price is NZ$107 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$107
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hoi An. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (256 reviews)
"Excellent for families. Quiet, clean, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

The Pearl Hội An
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Full Moon Apartments

Full Moon Apartments

3 out of 5
104 Tran Quang Khai, Hoi An, QUANG NAM
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Hoi An. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Hoi An Market and Hoi An Night Market are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"I stayed for two nights in the Premier Studio with 1 Queen Bed and a Sofa bed, Pool View. The hotel is located in a quiet area, a bit away from the old town, which made for very peaceful nights and great sleep. The room was exceptionally clean and comfortable. I was particularly pleased to find a ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2024

Full Moon Apartments
The Present River Hoi An

The Present River Hoi An

3.5 out of 5
44 A Cao Hong Lanh, Hoi An, Quang Nam
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Hoi An. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Hoi An Night Market and Hoi An Market ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean, comfortable and within a short walking distance of the ancient town and night markets. I can highly recommend this hotel for great value!"

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

The Present River Hoi An
May's House Hoi An Ancient Town Center

May's House Hoi An Ancient Town Center

5 out of 5
108 Thái Phiên, Hoi An, Quang Nam
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Hoi An. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 beach bars. Popular attractions Hoi An Night Market and Hoi An Market are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"Caring host"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

May's House Hoi An Ancient Town Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Activities

Cities near Hoi An