SherryStay Destination Guide
Da Nang
Central Vietnams beach city — My Khe sand, the Marble Mountains and Hoi An next door.
About Da Nang
Da Nang is a story of water, marble and light. Its dramatic Marble Mountains rise out of the flat plain, hiding ancient caves and secret Buddhist temples within them, and look straight out over a strip of soft white sand that stretches to the horizon — the meeting of the guardian mountain and the endless ocean. The wide river that cuts through the city turns every evening into a mesmerising light show thanks to bold architectural bridges, led by the golden Dragon breathing fire and water over the calm current — the bridges that whisper to the night. Above it all reigns a spiritual calm set against a modern pulse: the soothing presence of the huge white Buddha statue watching over the bay from the peak of the green mountain, against the dynamic, cutting-edge skyline of one of the most exciting, fast-developing cities in Asia. And at the base of it all, the white sand meets ancient tradition: the perfect contrast between designed luxury resorts offering total seclusion on the waterline, and the traditional basket-shaped fishing boats still bobbing on the water in the early morning hours. At SherryStay we understand that Da Nang is a delicate balance of extremes: we have picked only the places to stay that set you at exactly that meeting point — between the mountain and the sea, between spiritual calm and the energy of the city, and between the white sand and the tradition that still breathes within it.
Stay along My Khe / Non Nuoc Beach for sand on your doorstep, or near the Han River for nightlife and food. Hoi An ancient town is only ~40 minutes away — go at dusk for the lanterns. See the Golden Bridge (Ba Na Hills) early to beat crowds.
Best For
Where to Stay
My Khe Beach
Long sandy beach, resorts, seafood
Han River / city centre
Bridges, night markets, cafés, nightlife
Non Nuoc / Marble Mountains
Quieter luxury resorts, caves nearby
An Thuong ("the An Thuong area")
Backpacker + expat bars, cheap eats
Money-Saving Tips
- 1Eat mì Quảng and bánh xèo at local quán for a dollar or two versus resort menus.
- 2Grab bikes/cars are cheap; a scooter rental is the local way to reach Hoi An.
- 3The Dragon Bridge fire-and-water show (weekends, 9pm) is free.
Getting Around
- 1Da Nang (DAD) international airport is ~10 min from the centre — very close.
- 2Grab (ride-hailing) is cheap and easy across the city and to Hoi An.
- 3Hire a scooter or private car for the Marble Mountains and Ba Na Hills.
Most Common Mistake
Only doing Ba Na Hills/Golden Bridge in a rushed midday tour — go early, and leave real time for Hoi An, which many travellers love more than the city.
3–5 nights
- • Hoi An (40 min)
- • Marble Mountains (20 min)
- • Hue (2h via Hai Van Pass)
Useful Local Hotel Phrases
Vietnamese- HelloXin chàosin-CHOW
- Thank youCảm ơnkam-UHN
- PleaseLàm ơnlam-UHN
- Check-inNhận phòngnyuhn-FOM
- Check-outTrả phòngcha-FOM
- HotelKhách sạnkak-SAN
- ReceptionLễ tânle-TUHN
- BreakfastBữa sángbuh-SAANG
- Wi-FiWi-Fiwai-fai
- TaxiTaxitak-SEE
- AirportSân baysuhn-BAY
- Train stationGa tàuga-TOW
- HelpGiúp vớizoop-VUH-i
- How much?Bao nhiêu tiền?bow-nyee-oo-tee-EN
- Where is...?Ở đâu?uh-DOW
Da Nang at a glance
- Da Nang is in Vietnam.
- The nearest airport to Da Nang is Da Nang International (DAD).
- Getting in from the airport takes 10–15 min to the centre/beach.
- The best way in is Grab or a hotel transfer (the airport is in the city).
- A day in Da Nang costs roughly $25–50 per person on a budget, $70–150 mid-range and $300+ at the luxury end.
- Sherry suggests 3–5 nights in Da Nang.
- October is usually the cheapest month to visit Da Nang, July is the busiest, and March offers the best value.
Common questions
- Is Da Nang or Hoi An better to stay in?
- Da Nang for the beach, food and nightlife; Hoi An for the ancient-town charm. They’re ~40 min apart, so many split nights or day-trip.
- Do I need a car in Da Nang?
- No — Grab is cheap and easy. A scooter is handy for the Marble Mountains and Son Tra if you ride.
- How many days for Da Nang?
- 3–5 nights: beach time, Marble Mountains/Ba Na Hills, and at least one Hoi An evening.
- When is the best time to visit?
- February–May is dry and pleasant. October–November is the wettest/typhoon-prone stretch.
- Is Da Nang good value?
- Excellent — among Asia’s best value for beachfront hotels and food.
Where to stay in Da Nang
Looking for hotels in Da Nang? It helps to decide on an area first — our guide to where to stay in Da Nang sets out which neighbourhoods suit which kind of trip.
Around Home the options include Little Home by OYO Rooms, Oyo 990 Home 2 Hotel, Little Home and Little Home by Oyo Rooms.
Around Danang the options include Iris Hotel Danang, Vien Dong Hotel Danang and HAGL Lakeview Danang by Zoneland.
Around Phuong the options include Phuong Tran Apartment And Hotel, Phuong Tran Apartment and Hotel and Phuong Quang Hotel.
Elsewhere in the city you will also find Hoai Anh Plaza Hotel, The Ocean Estates, Center Homstay, Son Tra Hotel 2, The Manger Village, Hotel Faifo, VN Da Thanh Hotel, Chani Home, Louis Hotel, Thu Do Hotel Da Nang, Momo B14.03 Apartment- Hoang Anh gia Lai, HAGL 180 Degrees City View, Len House and Zorohome 1-100 sqm City Center Stunning-view condo.
