262 Best Hotels in Vietnam

Each of the 15 clean, modern apartments boasts an equipped kitchenette, laundry machine, and living room, providing a homey, central base while in Dalat.

Located at the tapering end of the strip toward Mui Ne village, about 1 km (½ mile) from the tourist center, La Marina is a modern guesthouse for budget-conscious travelers who don't mind the two-minute walk to a more local section of the beach; the seaview rooms are a good deal. The staff are a delight and the beds are incredibly comfortable.

For budget-conscious travelers, the draws of this family-run guesthouse north of the river are the simple rooms, swimming pool, sweet little breakfast terrace in the garden, ground-floor cafe/restaurant, and the distance to low-key Hon Chong Beach, just a five-minute walk away. Expect a warm welcome from Mr. Bu and his sons, who can help with tours, motorbike rentals, bicycle rentals, ticket bookings, and laundry.

On the north shore of Lak Lake, choose from glamping tents with en suite bathrooms, bungalows with private balconies, a dorm, and a campground; though this place has grown a little tired, it commands stunning views of the water. There are bikes, kayaks, and a gong performance, but there's not much else to do except dine at its restaurant "Y Lak," an ornate longhouse, which has a terrace over the water.

This has the feel of a state-owned hotel, though the facilities and beach location are first-rate. Rooms are basic but have whirlpool tubs, comfortable beds, and most have fantastic ocean views. The staff are charming, but on weekends and holidays it can be crowded and noisy with domestic tourists. The positive aspect is that during weekdays you'll have the whole beach to yourself. The restaurant can be a bit hit or miss, but just a stone's throw from the resort lie some of the best seafood restaurants on the Lang Co coastal stretch; their specialty is oysters char-grilled by the dozen.

It's hard to find fault with this cheery minihotel that overlooks the train tracks. The friendly staff speak great English and the rooms are clean and bright with big windows and bathtubs. Rooms in the front offer views of trains rumbling past.

Part of the Marriott family, the well-located Le Méridien ticks all the boxes with its superior service, excellent club lounge facilities on the 22nd floor, ninth-floor pool deck, and comfortable rooms. Thoughtful design touches are evident throughout the hotel, from the window art displays and the 24-hour soundtrack curated by French new wave band Nouvelle. Regular activities are scheduled for children, such as eclair-making classes.

In 2014, two British guys fell in love with the small fishing village of Bai Xep and opened a rustic homestay, which has grown to include a range of accommodations, from a 12-bed air-conditioned dorm room and glamping to deluxe rooms with private bathrooms, all on a secluded beach. Fill your days with beachside relaxation, exploring the local village and the nearby waterfall, or going fishing with locals. End the day with a communal dinner and bonfire on the beach.

Little sister to the Nam Bo Boutique Hotel, The Lighthouse is a restored heritage building with seven serviced apartments and long-stay guests in mind. The modern, comfortable apartments offer wonderful views of the river, park, and night market, and solid double glazing will keep out the noise. If you're basing yourself in Can Tho and want apartment comforts, then The Lighthouse may well be the best option in the city. The excellent restaurant on the ground floor and the attached "La Baguette" bakery/cafe adds to the convenience.

In a central location, this hotel has clean, simple, and functional rooms that are actually pretty comfortable, with Vietnamese-style splash bathrooms. The furniture is solid-looking wood and the air-conditioning works well, which is all you can really ask for at this price. The hotel is behind the Co-Op Mart supermarket and the only two fast-food outlets in town, and a block from the Catholic church.

Pleasant and luxurious, this riverfront business-centric hotel, part of the giant Korean-owned Lotte chain, has fancy marble bathrooms and spacious rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows for great views. The contemporary lobby atrium is opulent, with a stained-glass ceiling, marble from top to bottom, and two huge bronze horse statues. This urban oasis also has a range of on-site restaurants including Japanese, Italian, Chinese, and a seafood buffet. The ground-floor outdoor pool is one of Saigon's largest.

This squeaky clean outpost of a popular, fast-growing, and good value hotel group that started in Ho Chi Minh City is a street back from Hoan Kiem Lake—a location that couldn't be better. Other perks include free, do-it-yourself laundry, a communal kitchen, and work spaces. If you give them your number, the reception team will message you before you arrive to make check-in smooth and answer questions throughout your stay.

The bungalows at Mac Lake are possibly the nicest in the park with good facilities including hot water and en suite bathrooms complementing the idyllic surroundings. Serene Mac Lake is one of the prettiest areas of the national park and the accommodations are certainly atmospheric. Adding to the general conviviality of the location is a lively common area. Traditional music is often performed here, and regular bonfires also make for lively gatherings. Dormitory accommodations in a large stilt house are also available for groups. To save energy there's no hot water in the stilt house, so cold showers are the order of the day.

On the main road leading through the valley, this is the most luxurious lodging option in Mai Chau, with the best restaurant in the area, which specializes in Vietnamese cuisine and has a pleasant, shady dining area. The main building's rather hulking structure won't be to the taste of everyone, but the interior is far more elegant. Rooms are tastefully decorated with traditional art and come with polished wooden floors and high ceilings. Facilities include a nice pool, and the lodge can organize trekking and biking trips.

Located directly across the fields from the Ecolodge, these beautiful bungalows look out over rice paddies and mountains. The service is very warm and friendly and free bicycles are on offer without extra charge. Beds are also extra comfy, and family rooms are nicely laid out.

If you are looking for something smart and comfortable in Mai Chau but don't want to splurge, then this cozy boutique option is ideal. There are only eight rooms in the hotel, creating a welcoming and intimate environment. All the rooms have French windows that open out onto balconies overlooking lush paddy fields. An open-air restaurant serves refined takes on White Thai cuisine. Owner Duong was born and raised in Mai Chau and also works as a guide.

Phu Quoc's first true eco-resort is a collection of rammed-earth and wooden bungalows scattered through a wide, tree-filled property fronting Ong Lang Beach. The resort continues to practice sustainable, low-impact methods, and if lazing in a hammock gets boring, there are a slew of activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, volleyball, and movie nights. Staff can assist with bookings at the spa, tours, ticket bookings, and motorbike rental. The restaurant, perched on the rocks, has a stellar view over the ocean, but is so popular with outside visitors that reservations are strongly recommended for in-house guests. 

A boutique hotel on the banks of the Ham Luong River, Mango Home Riverside has comfortable air-conditioned thatch-roof bungalows with en suite open-air bathrooms set in a beautiful tropical garden. There are free bikes for exploring, and the hotel has its own boat for tours and sunset cruises. They can also arrange for pick-up from Ben Tre bus station.

Getting to the eco-conscious lodge requires a quick transfer by boat or if by land, a motorbike (the lane is too narrow for cars), but it’s part of the fun of a riverside retreat where the surprisingly large pool, pathways, and rooms front the Mekong. Activities includes biking, cooking classes, and tours on the river.

The biggest hotel in My Tho has seen better days, but if there's a specific need to stay in the city center, Mekong My Tho Hotel's rooms on the high floors boast views over the river and it has a large outdoor swimming pool and tennis court.

This pleasant, well-situated boutique resort boasts a wonderful vantage of the Mekong, with modern bungalows that partially sit over the river or the man-made pond, and also has a pool, spa, and riverside dining. The location makes it a great base for exploring the area with their fleet of free bicycles. There are activities on-site, including kayaking, billiards, badminton, cooking class, and, of course, boat trips can be arranged. Friendly staff round out this resort.

This simple, rustic lodging offers the chance to experience Mekong island life, where guests can lounge on the overwater riverside deck, rent a bicycle or motorbike to explore An Binh islet, eat fresh fruit from the garden or a home-cooked set dinner (which earns high praise from guests), or do one of the tours and boat trips on offer. The simple, clean rooms constructed of bamboo boast air-conditioning and private bathrooms. The owner can arrange for pick up by boat or motorbike, whether you are coming from the direction of Ho Chi Minh City or Vinh Long.

Expect to be welcomed like visiting family at this friendly homestay, which for generations was a working fruit farm; it may be called rustic, but the bungalows and rooms with shared bathroom all have solid walls. It still has a bountiful orchard, as well as chickens, cats, and dogs. For budget travelers, the rooms with shared bathroom are fine, but the cozy brick bungalows are much more comfortable and private. Spend your time relaxing and soaking up the rustic vibes, exploring the countryside by bicycle, going on a boat tour, and enjoying Vietnamese home cooking.

This is a solid option for those who appreciate the reliability of a chain hotel at reasonable prices. One restaurant serves international cuisine; the other specializes in Vietnamese and Thai food and hosts daily lunch and dinner buffets.

Dalat's newest hotel gives French-colonial architecture a contemporary gloss, with a modern-meets-Art Deco lobby and restaurant, and feminine, fresh feeling rooms. There are plans to add a swimming pool in 2025.

At this budget boutique hotel, backpackers can look forward to superclean, modern rooms, helpful staff, a cheap breakfast, and a great location that's steps to bars and restaurants—and only two city blocks from the beach. 

This budget homestay on the outskirts of town offers fantastic accommodations, incredible service, and exceptional tailoring on-site, without the hassle of endless fittings in town. Moon is one of Hoi An's secret success stories: from humble beginnings running a tailor shop on the outskirts of the Old Town, she made her name, closed down her shop, and built a beautiful property with a pool and modern rooms that will make your jaw drop. 

All rooms at Moonlight Hotel have big windows and wood floors; some of the river view rooms have a bathroom well-lit with natural light. Breakfast on the 13th floor affords a great panorama of the city and Huong River.

This well-run Swiss chain is popular with business travelers, and the pleasant rooms and efficient service are certainly a cut above average. The main restaurant, Mangosteen, turns out good and reasonably priced international fare.