Hoi An is a must of your Vietnam travel journey

Where is Hoi An?

Hoi An is a small ancient town situated in the central part of Vietnam and facing Thu Bon River. Hoi An is about 25km in the south of Da Nang International Airport and 170km in the south of Hue, the old capital of Vietnam.

Hoi An is highly recommended when traveling in Vietnam as this is an atmospheric place with the colorful and cozy town. At night, the old town is more colorful and vibrant with lanterns hang here and there.

Why Hoi An?

There are variable chances to explore the local culture, cuisine and drinks in Hoi An when strolling around Hoi An Old Quarter. There are bicycles for the visitors to ride leisurely around Hoi An as well as explore local villages.

Hoi An is ideal for photography as there are corners and places for a-life-time photos. There are foreign photographers decided to settle in Hoi An and develop their photography career.

How long should you stay in Hoi An?

To visit the highlighted places of Hoi An, it takes from one to three days. With one day, the travelers can travel around Hoi An Old Town, and have a visit to a local village. With more time, the Hoi An trip can be included with My Son Sanctuary, more leisure exploration around Hoi An ancient town to hangout and taste local food; visit more than one village to see different living styles; take part in a cooking class; get chilled at the beach-front resort or tour to isolated Cham Island.

Things to do in Hoi An

Hoi An Ancient Town

Tra Que Village

My Son Sanctuary

Hoi An night market

Cam Thanh coconut village

An Bang Beach

Cham Island

Cooking class in Hoi An

Get a suit at very good price in Hoi An

If you wish to see detailed description of each spots, please refer this Hoi An Travel Blog to get an insight about each attractions for your Vietnam travel plan.

Recommended hotel to stay

5 star hotels in Hoi An

Four Season Resorts The Nam Hai

This is probably the most high-end property in Hoi An. A resort, 8km from ancient town, reflect the heritage and luxury.

Allegro Resort Hoi An

Allegro is a boutique 5 star resort in Hoi An with outdoor swimming pool. This is a great for affordable budget 5 star hotel but still enjoy excellent amenities and services.

4 star hotels in Hoi An

Victoria Resort Hoi An

Victoria is a beachfront resort in Hoi An. Victoria Resort possesses its own private beach for an ideal relaxation on your vacation.

Hoi An Silk Marina Resort

Hoi An Silk Marina is a boutique resort facing Thu Bon River with cozy and comfortable rooms. This is a great choice for couple, friends and families. The rate are very good and guarantee a pleasant stay in the resort with lush garden.

Recommended restaurant in Hoi An

Mango mango restaurant hoi an

Provide Vietnamese and Asian cuisine. This restaurant is on the opposite river bank of Hoi An ancient town. Restaurant owner is a cooking passionate chef has been traveled and worked in other continents.

Morning Glory Restaurant Hoi An

A moderate budget restaurant serving great Vietnamese cuisine. This is a street food restaurant where you can taste the true Hoi An local gastronomy.

Hai Cafe Restaurant

This restaurant is housed in a traditional Hoi An shop house with pleasant gardent setting; serving Asian and Vietnamese cuisines. Their dishes are tasty, and available with the BBQ dishes.

Going to travel to Hoi An and looking for some Vietnam tour itineraries with Hoi An? Refer the Vietnam travel itinerary Vietnam culture and history tour including Hoi An ancient town and surrounding.