262 Best Hotels in Vietnam

Bungalows and villas overlook a small private beach and the beautiful Gulf of Thailand, offering a serene escape; the 12 villas blend traditional Vietnamese with modern minimalism and some feature large terraces, Jacuzzis, or private pools.

With 10 rooms situated around a lovely and peaceful courtyard, and just 100 meters away from the beach, you will be hard-pressed to find a better place to rest on the island. Friendly owners collect guests from the ferry port, and barbecues can be arranged on the beach.

"Resort" is a misnomer since there are no resort-type facilities, but this hotel, part of the Trung Nguyen coffee empire, is a dated albeit functional place to stay for a night just over 2 km (1 mile) from the center. Some rooms are much better than others, so check before committing to one. Next door is Trung Nguyen Coffee Village, a café with a large garden.

The bizarreness and kitsch factor at this tourist attraction is turned up so high it's almost off the scale, and unsurprisingly, the same goes for its 10 wildlife-theme guesthouse rooms. The cheapest rooms (the Bamboo and Termite Rooms) are quite small, but still fun for those with the right sense of humor. The Bear Room has a life-size bear with eyes that light up when you turn on the lights and a small fireplace in its belly.

This three-star hotel is in need of a refresh, but the location is good, the staff are helpful, and some rooms have a balcony and a terrific view of the river.

This historic property plays up the splendor of a bygone era with 15-foot ceilings, ornate fireplaces, artworks, manicured grounds, afternoon tea, and spacious rooms with claw-foot bathtubs and original moldings. A newer wing offers a heritage feel without the squeaky wood floors and dim lighting. Originally called the Langbian Palace when it opened on the shores of Xuan Huong Lake in 1922 as the city's first health retreat, it was designed to draw Saigon's high society to Dalat's mountain air.

This small hotel offers giant rooms designed with business travelers in mind. Each room is equipped with a sofa, table, and chairs so guests can host meetings if they so choose. The layout is unique and the entire hotel can be rented for corporate or social events. The lobby and pool area is posh, and the location—three minutes to the airport—can’t be beat.

Small and serviceable, with heavy wooden furniture, Vietnamese-style bathrooms, and a central location, this is nevertheless a generic hotel often used by Vietnamese businessmen (who tend to smoke a lot); do ask to see (and smell) a room before you check in.

With spacious, clean rooms, some English spoken, and a good central location, this five-story hotel, diagonally across the road from the Long Xuyen Hotel, has all the basics covered. Rooms have pine furniture, a writing desk, fridge, kettle, and even a bathtub in the bathroom. The location is great, close to the Co-Op supermarket and the Catholic church.

Built in 1932, Du Parc pales in comparison to nearby Dalat Palace Heritage Hotel, which is under the same ownership, but it does have almost 100 years of history and a location walking distance to the lake. 

Despite its large and semigrand appearance, this hotel functions as a glorified minihotel. Rooms are basic, but bright and spacious, although the renovation job is pretty spotty. Bathrooms are clean, but old-fashioned, and bathtubs have hand-held showers. If your room disappoints, ask to see a few in the same category, as the most recently upgraded rooms are well worth the money and the quiet location is handy for restaurants and exploring the sights.

Bright rooms at this top-rated hotel near Thong Nhat Park have all of the conveniences—carpeted floors, carved-wood furniture, big baths, and extras such as flat-screen televisions and classy wall hangings. Happily absent are the neon and nylon of some other hotels in the neighborhood.

Aspiring starlets will love the Moulin Rouge stylings of this grandiose hotel in central Hue—it's all ooh-la-la French elegance with a bohemian twist. Boudoirs are furnished with chic French antiques, dark wooden flooring, and theatrical silk drapes, while dramatic statement pieces like ornate vintage phones and mother-of-pearl bathroom accessories add appeal. Bathrooms have claw-foot tubs and rainfall showers, and to further unwind there's an indoor pool, a skybar, and a lobby coffee lounge with grand piano.

Pleiku lacks top range accommodation, but this budget hotel is fine for the night and is good value. Rooms are decently sized and comfortable and the staff is helpful.

Homey and comfortable, the Family Hanoi Hotel is just off Le Thai To Street, a short skip from Hoan Kiem Lake. Floor-to-ceiling windows let Hanoi in, or you can keep the light out with fresh, modern curtains. Tastefully arranged artificial flowers, high ceilings, clean baths, and smiling staff in the lobby make you feel at home.

This privately owned lodge is located on the north bank of the Dong Nai River, making it, along with the park-run hotel-campground, one of the few accommodations inside the national park itself. It offers tents and lodges with up close and personal views of the Ben Cu rapids and forest. Though basic and in need of some care, all accommodation options come with a bathroom and large balcony with a view of either the forest canopy or the rapids.

French Vietnamese–style villas surround a tropical swimming lagoon right on the Bac My An beach. Rooms overlook either the lagoon or the ocean. Shuttered windows, dark wood furniture, ceiling fans, and Vietnamese pieces hark back to the French colonial era. The resort has five dining venues. The resort also has the largest menu of water sports activities in the area. Complimentary shuttle services are available to Hoi An, Danang, and the nearby Montgomerie Links golf course.

With its minimalist contemporary design, attentive staff, and an "anywhere, anytime" breakfast policy, this all-suites hotel is something quite unique in Ho Chi Minh City. The suites are spacious and stylish. Opt for premium rates to enjoy daily spa treatments for a touch of decadence.

With a prime location on the seafront and many rooms with ocean-facing balconies, this is one of the better options in Cat Ba Town. While visiting guests may choose to eschew the in-house karaoke, there's much to recommend the hotel otherwise. Indeed, with its sweeping staircase extending upward from the lobby, it has a certain air of grandeur that other lodging options lack. Rooms are comfortable and clean and come equipped with decent mod cons, such as minibar and TV, and the hotel's café is a nice place to enjoy a Vietnamese coffee while admiring the outlook.

In one of the quieter Old Quarter streets, this boutique option provides a peaceful refuge from the bustle found elsewhere. There's nothing particularly arty or trendy about the place, but the cozy and comfortable rooms and attentive service compensate adequately for any lack of flash. Rooms are airy and ones on the upper levels feature stunning views over the city.

Conveniently located a stone's throw from Hoan Kiem Lake on the Street of Fans, the newest addition to the family-run Golden Sun chain is within easy walking distance of major attractions in the area. The hotel opened in late 2013, but rooms and facilities still feel modern and fresh. There are fully stocked minibars and giant beds.

This family-run place is a beachfront guesthouse with a pool rather than a boutique resort per se, but you can expect a stupendously warm welcome and comfortable clean rooms. It's worth it to get a seaview room, not only for the fantastic breezy vantage over the ocean from the balcony, but also because a newer building blocks the garden rooms.

Opened in late 2022, the rooms at this city hotel feature surprisingly flashy amenities such as illuminated bathroom mirrors and a panel that controls different lighting presets and electric curtains, which you'll definitely use when staying in an ocean view room; from bed, open it up in the morning to reveal a truly spectacular view of the entire bay. The hotel rooms are from the 29th floor and up (below are apartments), so this hotel isn't for people who are afraid of heights.

Across the river from the national park, the family-owned Green Hope Lodge has basic but comfortable bungalows, either brick or wood, with mosquito nets, spacious clean bathrooms, a good restaurant, and a range of tours and excursions in the park. The helpful and kind staff can arrange bus tickets or private transfer to/from nearby cities Dalat and Ho Chi Minh. The hammocks by the river are perfect for recovering from jungle adventuring.

The family-run Green Village Mekong offers insight into local delta life (and relaxation time in hammocks) at its two sites with simple bamboo bungalows and lush gardens: Green Village 1 is surrounded by rice paddies and banana trees, while Green Village 2 is on a canal. Guests having access to free bicycles, boats, cooking classes, and traditional fishing equipment, with a housekeeper available to demonstrate how to actually catch fish. Each bungalow has a private bathroom, free Wi-Fi, and a minibar.

This idyllic option, which is run by a Belgian/Vietnamese couple, is situated in the middle of beautiful green rice fields with stunning views of the nearby mountains and about 500 meters away from the local village market. The accommodations are as attractive as the surrounding scenery, while an infinity pool overlooking the fields is a winning touch.

A glass-fronted entryway looks out onto the bay from the spacious front lobby at this modern luxury hotel close to the ferry landing. Most of the rooms also have views of the bay, although some face the more industrial rear side. All are comfortable and clean, with wood-trimmed beige walls and floral linens. Bathrooms in deluxe rooms have a sunken bath and glorious views of the ocean and the spectacular Bai Chay Bridge—surely the most opulent bathing in town. The hotel has a decent range of dining and drinking options, including the main Four Seasons restaurant, which offers buffet and à la carte dining, and a French bakery where loaves of bread and decadent desserts are served.

These small but quite nice bungalows lie at the foot of the mountain that houses the Hang Mua or Mua Cave. This guarantees that the area is always quite full of tourists and the hotel accommodates this with tons of selfie-worthy knickknacks. The bungalows have porches as well as outdoor and indoor showers. The restaurants on-site are also reasonably priced and filling.

Located just outside of the Old Quarter's center of gravity, this hotel (it isn't a homestay) offers serious bang for your buck. Staff go above and beyond to make a stay an enjoyable one, offering advice on local attractions and booking onward tickets and tours.

Despite being a little outdated, well-appointed rooms at this sports club afford spectacular sunset views over West Lake and include the use of the club's facilities. The only drawback? With two tennis courts, squash courts, a huge gym, a driving range, and an outdoor pool to keep you busy, you'll have trouble finding time to sightsee. There's an attractive terrace bar overlooking the lake, an international restaurant and a deli that serves cakes and pastries.