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Where to Stay in Da Nang 2026: Beach vs City Centre vs Son Tra

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Infinity pool, Da Nang

Contents

  1. My Khe Beachfront
  2. City centre (Han River area)
  3. Son Tra Peninsula
  4. Digital nomad base
  5. Practical notes

Da Nang has three main accommodation zones with meaningfully different characters. The right choice depends on whether you’re prioritising beach access, city facilities, or quiet.

My Khe Beachfront

The long strip of hotels facing My Khe Beach is the obvious choice for beach-focused visitors. Waking up 50m from the sea is straightforward here. The strip runs for 10km — the northern end (near Pham Van Dong Street) is better than the southern end, which has more construction and a more resort-package feel.

Trade-offs: Beach hotels are the most expensive accommodation in Da Nang. The area is loud during peak season with beach bars. Getting into the city centre for food and the Han River area requires a xe om or Grab ride (10–15 minutes).

City centre (Han River area)

The area around Bach Dang Street along the Han River has good restaurants, bars, and the evening Dragon Bridge spectacle. More convenient for exploring the city. Beach access requires a 10–15 minute taxi/xe om.

Mid-range hotels here are often better value per dollar than the beach strip equivalents. Business hotels aimed at Vietnamese domestic travellers dominate.

Son Tra Peninsula

The quietest option. Small hotels and guesthouses on the lower slopes or beach access road of the Son Tra peninsula. Closer to the natural forest and beach bays on the peninsula’s eastern side than to the main city beach. Better for travellers wanting seclusion.

Less convenient for city restaurants and the Han River scene.

Digital nomad base

For extended stays: the area around An Thuong Street (nicknamed “Western Street”) in the My Khe zone has the highest concentration of cafés with reliable wifi, coworking options, and international restaurants. A short-term apartment rental in this area is the typical long-stay nomad choice.

Practical notes

Peak season: July–August is the hottest domestic holiday peak. Beach hotel prices spike significantly. Book well ahead or accept higher rates.

Airport proximity: Da Nang International Airport is centrally located — 5–10 minutes from the city centre or beach hotels. No expensive airport transfers required.