Where to stay in Da Nang

Da Nang is central Vietnam's biggest city, a modern, easy-going place where a long sandy beach, My Khe, runs for kilometres along the eastern edge of town. The Han River divides the city, crossed by bridges that light up at night, including the Dragon Bridge.

It's also a convenient base for Hoi An's old town, the Marble Mountains, the Son Tra peninsula and the cable car up to Ba Na Hills. The places we list are almost all in the beach districts, a few minutes from My Khe, with one by the river close to the Love Lock Bridge.

Airport
Da Nang International (DAD), around 10 to 15 minutes from the beach
To Hoi An
About 45 minutes by car or taxi
Beach season
Roughly February to August; autumn brings heavy rain and rough seas
Getting around
Ride-hailing cars and motorbikes, taxis and rented scooters

Places to stay in Da Nang

9 hotels

"Our order" puts hotels we have fully written up first. Commission doesn't affect the order.

Da Nang, area by area

The city spreads along the Han River, with the beach districts of Son Tra and Ngu Hanh Son on the east bank, between the river and the sea.

My Khe Beach and An Thuong

Best for beach days and apartments

My Khe is a wide, sandy beach with a long seafront promenade, lifeguards in season, beach cafes and a string of seafood restaurants. Behind it, the grid of streets is full of apartment hotels, cafes and local restaurants.

At the southern end, An Thuong is a popular area with travellers and expats, with bars, bakeries and international restaurants. The northern end, near Man Thai, has a fishing village where round basket boats are pulled up on the sand.

The Han River

Best for city life and bridges

Along the Han River, both banks have riverside promenades, night markets and views of the bridges. The Dragon Bridge breathes fire and water on weekend evenings, and the Love Lock Bridge and the Cham Museum are close by.

Questions about staying in Da Nang

Where should I stay in Da Nang?

Near My Khe Beach for beach days and a relaxed atmosphere, or by the Han River for city life, restaurants and the bridges.

How far is Hoi An from Da Nang?

About 30 km, or around 45 minutes by car. Many visitors stay in Da Nang and visit Hoi An in the evening when the lanterns are lit.

Is Da Nang good for families?

Yes. The beach is long and sandy, there are plenty of apartment hotels with kitchens and pools, and attractions such as Ba Na Hills, the Marble Mountains and Asia Park appeal to children.

When does the Dragon Bridge breathe fire?

Usually on Saturday and Sunday evenings at around 9pm. Check locally, as schedules can change.

When is the best time to visit Da Nang?

The dry months, roughly February to August, are best for the beach. October and November can bring heavy rain and storms.

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