{"id":4633,"date":"2025-05-03T01:58:23","date_gmt":"2025-05-02T18:58:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/?p=4633"},"modified":"2025-06-23T08:42:15","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T01:42:15","slug":"why-many-visitors-love-to-return-to-hoi-an-vietnam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/en\/why-many-visitors-love-to-return-to-hoi-an-vietnam\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Many Visitors Love to Return to Hoi An, Vietnam"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"\" data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"457\">Hoi An isn\u2019t just about delicious food that draws in chefs from around the world \u2014 it\u2019s also a captivating blend of sea, islands, forests, and historic charm that keeps travelers coming back year after year.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"849\">Mention Hoi An, and images of golden ancient houses along the Hoai River, glowing lanterns at night, and mouthwatering local dishes instantly come to mind. Though famous for decades, Hoi An remains a place where nostalgia never gets boring. It\u2019s affordable, easy to reach, and always full of charm \u2014 especially in summer, the most popular season for local and international travelers alike.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"849\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7148\" src=\"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-1-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-1-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-1-768x500.jpg 768w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-1-1536x999.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-1-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-1-600x390.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr class=\"\" data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"854\" \/>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"902\">\ud83d\ude97 <strong data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"902\">Convenient Transportation to Hoi An<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"1127\">Getting to Hoi An is easier than ever. From Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, you can take a plane, train, or bus to Da Nang, then transfer to Hoi An by car, motorbike, or shuttle. Flying is the fastest and most convenient option.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1455\">Popular airlines like Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, and Bamboo Airways operate daily flights to Da Nang International Airport \u2014 located just 3 km from the city center. Round-trip tickets typically start at around 1.5 million VND, but prices can rise quickly during the summer holiday season, so book early for the best deals.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1487\">From Da Nang Airport, you can:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1717\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1519\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1519\">Take a shuttle bus to Hoi An.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1564\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1564\">Rent a motorbike (around 150,000 VND\/day).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1654\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1654\">Ride the public bus (Route #01 Da Nang\u2013Hoi An, 5:30 AM\u20135:50 PM, 20,000 VND per person).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1717\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1717\">Hire a taxi or private transfer (from 250,000 VND per trip).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1950\">In Hoi An itself, you can explore by bicycle (rental ~20,000 VND\/day) or motorbike (~120,000 VND\/day). If you stay a night in Da Nang before heading to Hoi An for the weekend, don\u2019t miss the famous Dragon Bridge fire show at night!<\/p>\n<hr class=\"\" data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"1955\" \/>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"2003\">\ud83c\udfe8 <strong data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"2003\">Hotels &amp; Homestays for Every Budget<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7149\" src=\"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-7.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-7-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-7-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-7-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hoi-an-7-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2181\">Hoi An is beautiful year-round, but summer is peak tourist season. If you\u2019re planning a summer visit, it\u2019s wise to book your accommodation in advance \u2014 especially for weekends.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2589\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2344\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2344\"><strong data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2205\">4-5 Star Resorts<\/strong>: Prices start from 2.5 million VND per night for a double room. Look for scenic resorts in Cam Chau, An Bang Beach, or near Cua Dai Beach.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2345\" data-end=\"2589\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2589\"><strong data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2360\">Homestays<\/strong>: These are a great budget-friendly option. Clean, comfortable, and full of character \u2014 many homestays in Hoi An offer charming gardens, traditional architecture, and warm hospitality. Rates start from just 200,000 VND per night.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2715\">Popular homestays include <em data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2632\">Maison de Tau<\/em>, <em data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2658\">Under the Coconut Tree<\/em>, <em data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2684\">An Bang Beach Hideaway<\/em>, <em data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2699\">Heron House<\/em>, and <em data-start=\"2705\" data-end=\"2714\">Le Bleu<\/em>.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"\" data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2720\" \/>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"2722\" data-end=\"2752\">\ud83c\udf5c <strong data-start=\"2729\" data-end=\"2752\">A Culinary Paradise<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7150\" src=\"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/banh-mi-hoi-an-02.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" srcset=\"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/banh-mi-hoi-an-02.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/banh-mi-hoi-an-02-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/banh-mi-hoi-an-02-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/banh-mi-hoi-an-02-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/banh-mi-hoi-an-02-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/banh-mi-hoi-an-02-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/banh-mi-hoi-an-02-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"2888\">Hoi An is a food lover\u2019s dream \u2014 even world-famous chefs like Anthony Bourdain, Luke Nguyen, and Cameron Stauch have sung its praises.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2890\" data-end=\"2931\">Street food is everywhere and affordable:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2932\" data-end=\"3042\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2932\" data-end=\"2972\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2934\" data-end=\"2972\">Sweet tea (che\u0300): 5,000\u201310,000 VND\/cup<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2973\" data-end=\"3001\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2975\" data-end=\"3001\">Banh mi: 15,000\u201325,000 VND<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3002\" data-end=\"3042\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3004\" data-end=\"3042\">Cao l\u1ea7u or m\u00ec Qu\u1ea3ng: around 25,000 VND<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3044\" data-end=\"3072\">Must-visit eateries include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3073\" data-end=\"3234\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3073\" data-end=\"3097\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3075\" data-end=\"3097\"><em data-start=\"3075\" data-end=\"3097\">Ba Buoi Chicken Rice<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3098\" data-end=\"3142\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3100\" data-end=\"3142\"><em data-start=\"3100\" data-end=\"3116\">Banh Mi Phuong<\/em> and <em data-start=\"3121\" data-end=\"3142\">Madam Khanh Banh Mi<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3143\" data-end=\"3174\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3145\" data-end=\"3174\"><em data-start=\"3145\" data-end=\"3161\">Ba Ke Banh Beo<\/em> (rice cakes)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3175\" data-end=\"3192\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3177\" data-end=\"3192\"><em data-start=\"3177\" data-end=\"3192\">Thanh Cao Lau<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3193\" data-end=\"3234\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3195\" data-end=\"3234\"><em data-start=\"3195\" data-end=\"3234\">Vegetarian Food at the Central Market<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3236\" data-end=\"3319\">Don&#8217;t skip the dessert! Try <em data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3276\">che\u0300 lotus<\/em>, <em data-start=\"3278\" data-end=\"3295\">bean sweet soup<\/em>, <em data-start=\"3297\" data-end=\"3308\">mango tea<\/em>, and more.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"\" data-start=\"3321\" data-end=\"3324\" \/>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"3326\" data-end=\"3364\">\u2615 <strong data-start=\"3332\" data-end=\"3364\">Charming Caf\u00e9s and Teahouses<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7151\" src=\"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/faifo-hoian.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/faifo-hoian.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/faifo-hoian-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/faifo-hoian-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/faifo-hoian-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/faifo-hoian-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/faifo-hoian-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/faifo-hoian-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3366\" data-end=\"3541\">Hoi An has countless atmospheric caf\u00e9s, each with a unique vibe. Many are set in centuries-old houses or hidden in alleyways, offering both traditional and modern experiences.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3543\" data-end=\"3562\">Highlights include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3563\" data-end=\"3914\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3563\" data-end=\"3637\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3565\" data-end=\"3637\"><strong data-start=\"3565\" data-end=\"3579\">Faifo Caf\u00e9<\/strong> \u2013 Rooftop views of the Ancient Town from Tran Phu Street.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3638\" data-end=\"3727\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3640\" data-end=\"3727\"><strong data-start=\"3640\" data-end=\"3666\">Reaching Out Tea House<\/strong> \u2013 A peaceful, inclusive space run by hearing-impaired staff.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3728\" data-end=\"3805\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3730\" data-end=\"3805\"><strong data-start=\"3730\" data-end=\"3749\">Hoi An Roastery<\/strong> \u2013 Delicious coffee paired with Italian-style ice cream.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3806\" data-end=\"3914\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3808\" data-end=\"3914\"><strong data-start=\"3808\" data-end=\"3828\">Hidden Teahouses<\/strong> \u2013 Tucked away in quiet corners of the Old Town, perfect for a break from sightseeing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr class=\"\" data-start=\"3916\" data-end=\"3919\" \/>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"3921\" data-end=\"3949\">\ud83e\uddf3 <strong data-start=\"3928\" data-end=\"3949\">Final Travel Tips<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3951\" data-end=\"4250\">Hoi An is an ideal destination for all kinds of travelers \u2014 solo adventurers, couples, families, and foodies alike. Its unique combination of historical elegance, cultural depth, affordability, and convenience makes it easy to see why so many people fall in love with the town\u2026 and keep coming back.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4252\" data-end=\"4399\">Whether you\u2019re exploring ancient streets, enjoying seaside relaxation, or diving into Vietnamese cuisine, Hoi An promises an unforgettable journey.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hoi An isn\u2019t just about delicious food that draws in chefs from around the world \u2014 it\u2019s also a captivating blend of sea, islands, forests, and historic charm that keeps travelers coming back year after year. Mention Hoi An, and images of golden ancient houses along the Hoai River, glowing lanterns at night, and mouthwatering [&hellip;]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":7175,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4633","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-review-destination"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4633","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4633"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4633\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7175"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4633"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4633"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/focusxtravel.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4633"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}