3 Best Hotels in Halong Bay and North-Central Vietnam, Vietnam

Two stand-alone bungalows, beside a large, algae-green pool, feel far from civilization but are equipped with en suite bathrooms, air-conditioning, and hot water. More basic accommodations are available in a sizeable stilt house, where a single bed costs 130,000d and a twin room is 200,000d. The accommodations in the common area are mixed and there are 10 beds. Electricity is limited to the evenings in Bong, and the stilt house bathrooms are shared. Reservations, which can be made through travel agencies in Hanoi or directly via the park headquarters, are recommended for either location.

Tour operators usually guide people to the facilities at Park Headquarters, which now has a wide range of rooms, from those within detached bungalows and basic accommodations in a large stilt house to deluxe rooms with amenities such as television, air-conditioning, and hot water. Numerous price ranges start at just 400,000d, going up to 1,000,000d per night for the best rooms. Call the park headquarters or visit the park website for information and reservations.

Not for everyone, this bohemian hangout away from the main strip provides great access to the beach and treats guests like family. Run by an ever-changing group of young locals and foreigners, the beach camp has tents, large group rooms, hammocks, and a welcoming nightly family dinner. The restaurant serves Western and Vietnamese favorites and fabulous views of a mostly tranquil bay.