There is no shortage of hotels in Nha Trang, with hundreds of places to choose from and counting. They range from dives to the divine and there are new places sprouting up all the time, including a number of chain hotels under construction at the time of writing, such as the immense Crowne Plaza. It makes sense to stay near the beach, given this is the big attraction. There are many midrange and top-end options lining Ð Tran Phu, the waterfront boulevard. However, there are also several budget options just a stroll away from the beachfront action. Most budget places don’t include breakfast, but there are no ‘plus plus’ (++ or $$) charges for tax and service as there are at some of the midrange and top-end pads.
There is a cluster of mini-hotels in an alleyway at 64 Ð Tran Phu, within striking distance of the beach. All offer similar air-conditioned rooms for around US$10 or so, cheaper if you go with the flow of a fan. Another good hunting ground for budget digs is around the Chanh Quang Pagoda, either side of Ð Hung Vuong, which has a real local neighbourhood feel.
There are more beachfront options to the north of Nha Trang.
Under French management, this hotel strives to offer a higher standard of service than local competition. The rooms are well-appointed and include a bit more decorative flair than the neighbours.
This towering hotel includes a rooftop pool with views to the beach. Rooms are squeaky clean and well appointed, although it is worth investing a few more bucks for a spacious sea-view. Breakfast included.
High-rise but low on atmosphere, this is a business-style place with splendid views. Almost top end, this place offers midrange online deals.
One of the smartest hotels in Nha Trang, for the time being at least, the design owes much to the wedding-cake school of hotels so loved in Asia.
Nha Trang’s most desirable address, the Ana Mandara is a charming cluster of beach villas on an exclusive strip of sand. There is more than a hint of Bali about the place with classic furnishings and four-poster beds.
A cut above the midrange competition in this midrange neighbourhood, the Asia Paradise is a modern business-style hotel with smart rooms. The decor is stylish, including attractive bathrooms. There’s even a rooftop pool and a gym.
This is same-same and not that different from many of the other mini-hotels, but the staff here are enthusiastic and friendly.
Switzerland is famous for its hoteliers and there is a touch of la Suisse about the efficient service here. All rooms have smart furnishings and the family suites include a jacuzzi-style tub and a huge balcony with sun loungers.
This flashpacker pad is popular with the party set, as it is only a stumble from the nearby Red Apple Club. The dorms are mixed and have four to six beds.
