Quy Nhon
Quy Nhon is a luxury resort town in central Vietnam. With its beautiful beaches, picturesque cliffs, and tidy streets, it is popular with the country’s rich and famous. If you're looking for a more laidback experience, head on to Bai Xep, a remote fishing village with a lovely coast and pristine waters.
Apart from natural beauty, there is a colourful history in Quy Nhon. You will find here the biggest and most well-preserved remnants of the indigenous Champa Kingdom, which ruled Quy Nhon and the surrounding region in the 11th century.
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Quy Nhon, or Qui Nhon, is a great alternative if you like to chill on a beach but don't like the over-touristic cities Nha Trang and Mui Ne. Many people stop in Nha Trang or Mui Ne to spend a few days on the beach, but this will probably not be the relaxed beach city they expect.
Those cities are packed with tourists staying in large resorts and the aggressive taxi drivers don't give the correct representation of the kindness you would expect from the Vietnamese locals.
Luckily, this is totally different in Quy Nhon. Quy Nhon is located between Hoi An and Nha Trang and has a large and clean beach where you can easily find a quiet spot on an almost empty beach.
Locals will be genuinely interested to get to know you and welcome you with big smiles. And maybe they even invite you to play some volleyball with them.
When you are looking for an even more authentic experience, we recommend staying in the small fishing village of Bai Xep. This town is 10 km south of Quy Nhon and you can reach it in 15 minutes from Quy Nhon centre.
Expect clean beaches with crystal-clear waters and a chilled vibe. That's also why its popularity has been rising fast among backpackers in recent years.
Accommodations like Life's a Beach, Big Tree Backpackers and Home of Dreamers will make this experience one you dreamed of.
Our favourite places to stay in Quy Nhon
Accommodations in Bai Xep get often fully booked since there is not a lot of choice in this beautiful beach town. That's why we recommend booking your accommodation as far in advance as possible.
Below we've included our favourite accommodations in Quy Nhon city centre and the beautiful Bai Xep Beach:
RAON Hotel
The rooftop pool overlooking the city is the star of the show at Roan Hotel. How many budget hotels offer this kind of experience? The staff will make sure you have a memorable stay, welcoming you with a smile every morning.
If location is important to you, this hotel is located in the city centre and close to the beach. Plus there are a ton of restaurants only steps away. The rooms are modern and spacious, offering a great night's sleep.
- Rooftop pool
- Amazing views
- Great staff
- Perfect location
Private rooms start from $14 per night.
Haven Vietnam
- Free beer
- Right on the beach
- Sociable
- Delicious free breakfast
Grand Hyams Hotel
This 5-star hotel in Quy Nhon is the epitome of luxury. Being one of the tallest buildings, the hotel offers spectacular panoramic views, especially from its rooftop bar.
You won't want to leave this hotel as it has everything you could possibly want — a delicious onsite restaurant, gym, indoor pool, garden and kids club. If you do want to explore the area, the staff are very helpful with recommendations and there are free bikes to use.
- Super luxurious
- Panoramic views
- Onsite gym, restaurant and garden
- Indoor swimming pool
Premium double rooms start from $65 per night.
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