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Known as the Riviera of the South China Sea, Nha Trang offers a six-kilometre stretch of beautiful coastline with white sandy beaches, clear waters with an abundance of marine life and thriving reefs, verdant mountain ranges at each end, as well as 19 untouched islets that are just a short boat ride away. Offering a myriad of sightseeing and recreational activities, the coastal town itself is steeped with breath-taking structures that date back to the Champa Kingdom, Buddhist temples, and gothic-style Catholic churches, as well as natural hot springs, salt fields, and unique waterfalls.

Nha Trang Weather Overview

Nha Trang weather is usually warm and humid for the first eight months of the year. It's a popular destination for sunbathing and enjoying beach activities. The capital city of Khanh Hoa Province, Nha Trang is located on the southern coast of Vietnam. It has 6km of sandy beaches and clear waters. There are also quiet islets surrounding the coastal town.

Nha Trang weather has two distinct seasons. Its monsoon period takes place from September until December. The dry period is from January until August. The town enjoys moderate temperatures throughout the year. Expect an average low of 18°C and an average high of 30°C when you're here.

Summer starts from May until early August. Nha Trang weather is warm with little to no rainfall. That makes it ideal for lounging on the beach, island-hopping, hiking, surfing, and other water-sports. The hottest months of the year are July and August. Avoid scorching heat by planning your holiday before the end of June.

If you plan to travel to Nha Trang during summer, should consider visiting Hon Ba Nature Reserve. Less than two hours away from Nha Trang City, the mountain stands at 1,578 metres above sea level. It enjoys cool climate all year round, making it the perfect retreat from the summer heat.

Check the below table to have the general idea of Nha Trang weather throughout the year:

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 26.9 24.2 21.6
Feb 28.1 25 22.2
Mar 29.4 26.3 23.5
Apr 30.9 27.8 25.1
May 32.2 28.8 25.9
Jun 32.7 29.2 26.4
Jul 32.4 28.9 26.1
Aug 32.3 28.8 25.9
Sep 31.8 28.3 25.5
Oct 30.2 27.3 24.6
Nov 28.6 26.2 23.9
Dec 27.7 25.2 22.8

 

Best time to go to Nha Trang

The best time to visit Nha Trang would be from February till April, when temperature is kept moderate at around 26-27 degree Celsius, and precipitation stay at the lowest level of the year. Spring months are also the best time to dive here. Some coral-rich dive sites that diving enthusiasts should not miss out on are Small Hill, South Reef, and Moray Beach After, all around Mun Island.

Nha Trang Seasonal Weather Guide

February and April

The Weather of this time is comfortably cool with average temperature of 25 degrees and the water level is at its lowest during the year. People are usually interested in diving into the ocean because the water is clear and cool so that the coral reefs can be seen clearly. If you love diving or are just curious the world under water, this is certainly the place you shouldn’t miss it. There is a variety of Aquatic plants and creatures you can discover, such as colorful coral reefs, Small Hill, South Reef and thousands of strange-looking species gathering around the coral.

June and August

The months between June and August are also considered as the best time to travel Nha Trang; although the temperature and humidity begin to increase in this period, which can make us feel hotter and uncomfortable, you are still able to find out the other greater things from there to cover your unpleasant feeling. In fact, besides ecotourism, ocean tourism, and boat tour, we can join many interesting water sports like windsurfing, body boarding, parasailing. The weather is so fresh and clear that you can make the most of the lovely landscapes, such as Hon Tam Island, Ninh Van Bay, Institute of Oceanography. Vinpearl Land – entertaining paradise should also be put in your preference. There are a lot of interesting activities there, such as waterpark, thrilling games, performances, magic castles, cuisine towns. That surely can make you enjoy the ocean and forget about the heat.

September to December

This is the rainy season in Nha Trang lasting in 4 months, from September to December. There will be many heavy rains and storms occurring which can ruin your holiday completely. You can not participate in any beach activities with this weather condition because strong wind can put you in danger and cloudy sky impossibly gives you a clear vision of landscape. Overall, visiting Nha Trang from September to December is not recommended. If you plan to go there in this season, you should reconsider your decision.

Nha Trang Current Weather & 7-day Forecast

NHA TRANG WEATHER

Nha Trang attractions are set against a stunning backdrop of white sandy beaches, verdant mountains, and untouched islands. Great for history buffs, Nha Trang is home to remnants of the Champa Kingdom, Buddhist temples, and gothic-style Catholic churches while natural hot springs, salt fields, and unique waterfalls offer a myriad of sightseeing and recreational activities.

1. Nha Trang Bay

Often listed as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Nha Trang Bay boasts its beauty with the blue beaches, wild islands, gentle waves and fresh air. Anyone will find their best relaxing time here on 19 islands with all shapes and sizes and things to do. The Bay is home to most of the rare typical ecosystems of tropical sea such as coral reefs, mangroves, sea grass, as well as valuable animals including swallow, sea turtle, red coral, and more…

Nha Trang Bay offers you chance to visit the worthiest islets in terms of nature and sightseeing: Mun Islet, Tam Islet, Mieu Iset and Noi Islet.

2. Po Nagar Cham Towers

Po Nagar Towers is the most well-preserved representative of Cham Culture in Central Vietnam besides the World Heritage My Son Sanctuary. Visiting Nha Trang without seeing this masterpiece of architecture and culture would be a mistake! Each tower in Po Nagar with the prominent Champa architecture, was built to honor different deities.

Come to Nha Trang from April to May, you might have the chance to join the bustling annual festival held at the towers.

Entrance fee is only $1 and the site is open from 7:00 – 19:00.

3. Long Son Pagoda

The reason why this pagoda should be on your list is the huge white Buddha statue lying on the hillside right behind the major compound. The statue is 24 meter high, making it visible even when you’re at the ground. The protest of local monks against Diem regime are also remembered through the portraits at the statue’s base. Long Son pagoda is just 400m west of the train station and can easily be reached.

Opening hours: 7:30 – 11:30 and 13:30 – 17:30, daily

Location: at the end of Xom Bong Bridge, 2 km out of Nha Trang city’s centre

4. National Oceanographic Museum

Come to National Oceanographic Museum, you’ll see about 60,000 jars of pickled marine specimens, stuffed sea mammals and birds and a lot of displays of fishing artifacts and local boats which might be the most extensive collection of aquatic life in the Eastern Sea.

There are two floors to discover: on the 1st floor where the fish tanks are located and the 2nd floor is home to 18-m long whale skeleton. The whale skeleton is absolutely a sight to behold.

Opening hours: 6:00 – 18:00 daily

Location: no.1 Cau Da, Nha Trang

5. Get a photo of the iconic Hon Chong Promontory

This site is just too iconic to miss when in Nha Trang. Located just 3.5km away north of the city centre, Hon Chong is a massive and unique rock setting lying off the beach just a little. The scenery is beautiful, combining with the tranquil atmosphere of the area which would makes a great place for you to enjoy the sunset.

For those who love to admire the wonders of nature, remember to spend time at Hon Chong Promontory – a place you can’t find anywhere else outside of Nha Trang.

6. Relax at Nha Trang beaches

Nha Trang is known for its incredible blue beaches with the long, white sand banks that stretch gracefully along the city. Not just the beautiful beaches, Nha Trang also has a wide range of beach resorts and recreational activities you can enjoy.

With that many beaches, equal in beauty, you have a lot of choices for your beach break – either beaches that are near the city’s centre or empty, pristine beaches you can have all to yourself. Here are some names to check out: Tran Phu Beach, Hon Chong Beach, Bai Tru Beach, Bai Dai (Long Beach), Doc Let Beach…

As we’ve mentioned above, Nha Trang has some of the best beaches in Vietnam where the blue sea meets white sandy coastline. Not only the beaches, there’re plenty services for accommodation and beachside activities you can enjoy.

Tran Phu Beach

The beach has the most convenient location since you can get to it from almost everywhere in Nha Trang. A wide range of seaside resorts, hostels and restaurants can be found on Tran Phu Street. Nightlife is also active here – most popular bars: The Sailing Club, ZIMA, Skylight Skydeck & Rooftop Beach Club.

Activities: surfing, snorkeling, bicycle tours, spa treatments, meditation and yoga

You only have to pay 35,000VND to hire a beach bed or deck chair along the beach

Bai Dai Beach

Located about 28km away from Tran Phu Beach, Bai Dai Beach is your perfect day trip from Nha Trang for those who love to see the empty, pristine beaches. Come to Bai Dai, not only you can enjoy the blue, clean sea water, check out the beachside Nha Trang restaurants which serve delicious local seafood dishes, western cuisine and beers.

Doc Let Beach

Doc Let deserves to be the most beautiful and untouched beach to visit in Nha Trang, lying 45km north of Nha Trang with incredible white sandy beach and emerald blue sea. The beach also feature palm trees, fishing boat docked offshore and salt fields which are just suitable for a photo time.

7. Boat Tour to Nha Trang Bay’s islands (+ Diving, Snorkeling)

If you still feel unsatisfied with just Nha Trang, set sail deep into Nha Trang Bay – one of the most beautiful bay on earth. The bay features a range of wild, pristine islands and islets which are open for visit. You can visit four of those by booking a boat tour from Nha Trang which often includes snorkeling, a visit to aquarium, and fish farm. This is one of the best things to do for those who are seeking active water activities.

Hon Mun Marine Protected Area (MPA) covers 38 sqkm of land and 122 sqkm of surrounding water, including not only Hon Mun but also Hon Tre, Hon Mieu, Hon Tam, Hon Mot, Hon Cau, Hon Vung, Hon Rom and Hon Noc. The protected area aims to reserve the diverse marine ecosystems and coral diversity of the South Vietnam.

The coral reefs of MPA feature more than 350 species of hard coral species. This is the number one reason for you to go diving and snorkeling in Nha Trang.

Best spots are:

  • 10-15m deep: Hard Rock, Pipe Beach, Lobster Beach
  • 15-30m deep: Mama Hanh Beach, Moray Beach, Madonna Rock, South Rock, Whale Island, Hon Trau Nam

Best time to do: avoid windy season from October to December.

8. Ride a Hot Air Balloon to enjoy the view

The newly renovated hot air balloon centre is located on Hon Tam Island, offering wonderful views of immense ocean and Nha Trang city on the height of 150 meters. A ride lasts about 20 minutes, enough for you to admire the 360 aerial degree views of the city below.

Add: Pham Van Dong Street

Price: 100,000VND during the day and 120,000VND in the evening

9. Have fun at Vinpearl Land

If you’re going with kids, bring them to Vinpearl Land where they can lose some energy with countless indoor and outdoor games. To get to Vinpearl Land, you’ll get a ride on the Vinpearl Cable Car – the world’s longest oversea cable car with a length of more than 3km. Once you’re in Hon Tre Island, you and your kids might just forget about the time in the place which is called “Disneyland of Vietnam”.

10. Visit Tri Nguyen fishing village and Tri Nguyen Aquarium

If you prefer sites off the beaten track, go south of the city 10 kilometers to visit Tri Nguyen fishing village. This site is just ideal destination to escape the summer heat and the noisy bustling cities. Tri Nguyen fishing village is a small village consisting of about 50 households in vinh Nguyen Ward, Nha Trang City.

Tourists coming to Tri Nguyen fishing village can enjoy the tranquil, peaceful atmosphere and beautiful landscapes, try catching fish, ride the coracle boat. Don’t forget to enjoy the delicious meal cooked by the local fishermen. Not far from the fishing village is Tri Nguyen Aquarium, a wonderful place to take your kids to.

*How to get there: the best way to get to Tri Nguyen fishing village is to hire a boat from locals and ask them to take you the place.

11. Admire the architecture of Nha Trang Cathedral

Established from 1928 to 1933, Nha Trang Cathedral is the best place to admire the French Gothic architecture. The cathedral stands on a small hill facing to the train station. If you look carefully, it’s easy to realize some Vietnamese touches on the building. All the walls of this church are constructed by simple cement blocks and the chapel’s dome was made of lattice girders and hard-core bamboo. This is the must-see site in Nha Trang for cultural explorers.

Add: intersection of Nguyen Trai Street and Thai Nguyen Street

Opening hours: 7:00 – 18:00 daily

12. Take pictures at the white spiral stair

If you love take pretty pictures, don’t miss the gorgeous white spiral stair located just 5km from the city centre. Come to Hoang Phu Residence to meet this lovely stair that offers a breath-taking panoramic view of Nha Trang beaches and top-notch background for your photos. Hoang Phu Residence also has plenty other corners to be your background with the European architecture style.

Location: 2/4 Street, Vinh Hai Ward, Nha Trang City

Opening hours: always open

Entrance fee: free

13. Enjoy Nha Trang Nightlife

Nha Trang is a wonderful place to have a great night out with plenty of places to go and things to do. The seaside town of Vietnam offers a wide range of options from cultural performances to rooftop night clubs and bars, all which will keep you entertained. 

Here are some places to check out:

  • Nha Trang Water Puppet Theatre – 46 Tran Phu Street
  • Pool Pub – 40 Tran Phu Street
  • Rooftop Lounge, Ha Van Hotel – 5th floor, Ha Van Hotel, no 3/2 Tran Quang Khai Street
  • Sailing Club – 72 – 74 Tran Phu Street
  • Louisiane Brewhouse – 29 Tran Phu Street

14. Have a healthy mud-bath before leaving

Sitting in a tub of mud that contain minerals and all the good stuff for your health would be one of the best thing to experience in Nha Trang. And if you’re going with your family and friends then it’s perfect. There are more than half a dozen of the benefits you can get from mud-bathing such as: muscle, joint ache relief, body relaxation, detoxifying, circulation improvement and more. Why not spend a little time of your trip to do something good for your body?

*Where to take mud-bath in Nha Trang:

  • Thap Ba Hot Spring: prices range from 550.000VND/person
  • 100 Eggs Mud Bath (Tram Trung): avg. price from 150,000VND/adult, opening hours 8:00 – 18:00
  • Galina Hotel & Spa: prices range from 250,000VND/adult, opening hours 8:00 – 21:00

Sampling great Nha Trang dishes is a must-do for any first-time visitor to one of Vietnam’s most beautiful coastal towns. Not only can you enjoy a great abundance of fresh seafood, Nha Trang also offers its own unique takes on quintessential Vietnamese recipes such as spring rolls and curries.

#1 - Nem Nuong (grilled sausage)

Nem nuong is a specialty of Khanh Hoa Province (where Nha Trang City is located). It is the name of the main element of the dish – grilled pork sausage. Beside Nha Trang, nem nuong of Ninh Hoa (a district in Khanh Hoa province) is also popular and you will recognize that some nem nuong restaurants located in Nha Trang are from Ninh Hoa.

The sausage itself is flavored with chopped shallots, crushed garlic, fish sauce, sugar, and black pepper. Nem nuong is served according to how many people sit down to enjoy it. In a portion, you will have a dish of nem nuong, a dish of vegetables, a dish of rice paper wrappers, and a bowl of dipping sauce. When I first tried this kind of food, my mother said to me that the deliciousness of nem nuong depends mostly on how yummy the dipping sauce is, which is mainly made of fish sauce, minced pork, and lime water. After several times trying nem nuong in different places, I admit my mother is absolutely right. I found the best restaurants with the best dipping sauces (thanks mom) and good nem nuong to compliment it.

Where to find the best nem nuong in Nha Trang 

+ Nem nuong Ninh Hoa Dang Van Quyen

  • Address: 02 – 04 Phan Boi Chau Street (this is just opposite the previous restaurant)
  • Price: around 50,00 VND per portion

+ Nem nuong 25 Le Hong Phong

  • Address: 25 Le Hong Phong Street
  • Price: around 30,000 VND per portion

Nem Nuong Nha Trang (the name is Nhã Trang which looks similar to the city’s name Nha Trang)

  • Address: 39 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street
  • Price: around 40,000 VND per portion

#2 - Goi Ca Mai (deep herring salad)

Nha Trang citizens often treat their guests to goi ca mai to show their hospitality because it requires lots of time and effort to prepare. Deep herring (ca mai in Vietnamese) is the size of a thumb, flat, has no scales, and it’s less smelly than much other fish out there. This kind of fish is only used to make the salad.

Deep herrings should be really fresh, just plucked from the sea. The most time-consuming part of the process is ripping the bone out. After that, the chef will mix the fish with lime water, tamarind, sour star fruit, or vinegar. Then continue to mix in ground roasted soybeans, chopped onions, chopped garlic, cilantro, and perilla. Once again, the dipping sauce, which is usually made from the fishbone broth, will determine the deliciousness of the dish. Don’t worry, I have picked restaurants for both tasty salad and dipping sauce.

Where to find the best goi ca mai in Nha Trang 

+ Goi Ca Ha Ra

  • Address: No 166, 2 Thang 4 Street
  • Price: 30,000 – 70,000 VND

+ Hai San Nina

  • Address: 6 Ngo Si Lien Street
  • Price: 100,000 VND

#3 - Bun Cha Ca (grilled fish rice noodles)

Mother Nature gifted Nha Trang with both beautiful scenery and a sea plentiful with seafood; thus, Nha Trang citizens have invented many wonderful dishes made with products from fishing. One of those is cha ca – grilled fish. To make it simple, cha ca is minced fish marinated with flavors, then shaped into balls or flat circles and grilled.

Bun cha ca is simply noodles with cha ca soup. Locals make the soup of cha ca, adding pineapple and tomato to create the sweet and sour taste. Finally, the noodles are put into the soup and we have a bowl of tasty bun cha ca.

Where to find the best bun cha ca in Nha Trang 

+ Bun cha ca in Xom Moi market

  • Address: at Vo Tru Street corner, next to Xom Moi market, it’s a street food stall, open daily from 1 PM to 7 PM. This food stall has been operating for 20 years!
  • Price: around 20,000 VND per bowl (See! It’s so cheap in Nha Trang!)

+ Bun Ca Nam Beo

  • Address: B2 Phan Boi Chau Apartment, Phan Boi Chau Street
  • Price: 30,000 – 40,000 VND

+ Bun Ca Min

  • Address: 170 Bach Dang Street
  • Price: 30,000 – 35,000 VND

#4 - Banh Canh Cha Ca (Vietnamese udon with grilled fish)

When I was a kid, my grandma sold banh canh cha ca for breakfast at her house, so this is my most favorite food. Banh canh cha ca in Nha Trang tastes so different compared to other places in Vietnam because it reminds me of my childhood here with my grandma. This dish is a bit different from bun cha ca (mentioned above), though they both have cha ca. The sweetness of the soup of banh canh cha ca is completely made from fish broth. Banh canh is also different from bun (noodles); it’s very similar to udon noodles of Japan which are thicker and easier to eat than noodles.

As you know, the Vietnamese use chopsticks when we eat most things, especially noodles and the like. However, in Nha Trang, people don’t use chopsticks to eat banh canh cha ca, they usually use a spoon instead.

Where to find the best banh canh cha ca in Nha Trang 

+ Banh Canh Ba Thua

  • Address: 55 Yersin Street
  • Price: 20,000 – 30,000 VND

+ Banh Canh Co Ha

  • Address: 14 Phan Chu Trinh Street
  • Price: 25,000 – 40,000 VND

+ Banh Canh Co Loc

  • Address: 30 Phan Chu Trinh Street
  • Price: 20,000 – 30,000 VND

+ Banh canh at Dam market at night (for those late-night eaters)

  • Address: at Hai Ba Trung Street, opposite Dam market gate, open daily from 5 PM to 3 AM
  • Price: 20,000 – 25,000 VND

#5 - Bun Sua (jellyfish noodles)

This dish should be called bun cha ca sua instead of bun sua for short. It is made of bun – noodles, cha – cha ca or grilled fish, ca – fish, and sua – jellyfish. The soup is created in the same way it’s prepared in bun cha ca. Now just add jellyfish! The jellyfish used to cook this dish should be as small as a thumb or two fingers, colored milky, and with thick edges. To find this kind of jellyfish, the fishermen have to go really far offshore.

During the summer, eating a bowl of bun sua helps release the heat inside your body due to the effect of jellyfish. People can fish jellyfish all year round, but the most delicious season to eat this dish is late spring and early summer.

Where to find the best bun sua in Nha Trang 

+ Bun Ca Nam Beo

  • Address: B2 Phan Boi Chau Apartment, Phan Boi Chau Street
  • Price: 30,000 – 40,000 VND

+ Bun Ca Nguyen Loan

  • Address: 123 Ngo Gia Tu Street
  • Price: 35,000 VND

+ Bun Ca La Cay Bang

  • Address: 6 Han Thuyen Street
  • Price: 30,000 – 35,000 VND

+ Bun Ca Sua Yersin

  • Address: 87 Yersin Street
  • Price: 25,000 – 35,000 VND

#6 - Banh xeo muc Nha Trang (sizzling cake with squids of Nha Trang)

Banh xeo was named after the sound it makes during preparation: xeo (pronounced like say-o), the sound when we put rice flour into an oiled pan. Banh xeo is a popular food throughout Vietnam, but banh xeo muc is a specialty of only Nha Trang. Usually, banh xeo is made with pork and shrimp. You wrap it up in rice paper and dip into the dipping sauce. Nha Trang people use muc –  squid instead, and we don’t eat it with rice paper wrappers. We dip banh xeo directly into the sauce using chopsticks.

Where to find the best banh xeo muc in Nha Trang 

+ Banh xeo in Hoang Dieu Street

  • Address: 97 Hoang Dieu Street
  • Price: 25,000 – 40,000 VND

+ Banh xeo chao in To Hien Thanh Street

  • Address: right at the intersection of To Hien Thanh Steet and Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street
  • Price: 25,000 – 40,000 VND

+ Banh Xeo Co Tam

  • Address: 6 Thap Ba Street
  • Price: 20,000 – 40,000 VND

#7 - Banh can Nha Trang

This is a food that I ate almost every day when I lived in Nha Trang because my grandma sold it along with banh canh cha ca. Banh can is a special food of provinces in south-central Vietnam (Khanh Hoa, Ninh Thuan, Binh Thuan). This food has a small circular shape like banh khot of provinces in southern Vietnam, but banh can is healthier because it doesn’t use oil. It’s a kind of grilled rice flour cooked in a special heater made of earthenware. While banh khot is mixed with pork and shrimp, banh can is a mix with eggs, and this will give banh can a really luring smell.

To eat banh can, we use chopsticks and dunk it into the sauce (until it’s filled with it). What makes a tasty banh can are the rice and the dipping sauce: rice should be soft and sticky, the sauce must not be too salty or tasteless.

Where to find the best banh can in Nha Trang 

+ Banh can for breakfast: Banh Can Hoang Van Thu

  • Address: 151 Hoang Van Thu Street, open daily from 6 AM to 9 AM
  • Price: 20,000 – 30,000 VND

+ Banh can for lunch: Banh Can Co Tu

  • Address: 7A Thap Ba Street, open daily from 10 AM to 9 PM
  • Price: 20,000 – 40,000 VND

+ Banh can for dinner: Banh Can To Hien Thanh

  • Address: 51 To Hien Thanh Street, open daily from 4 PM to 9 PM
  • Price: 20,000 – 70,000 VND

+ Banh can for late night: Banh Can 2 Thang 4

  • Address: No 109, 2 Thang 4 Street, open 6 PM – 11 PM
  • Price: 20,000 – 40,000 VND

#8 - Oc Luong Son (Snail in Luong Son)

Luong Son is a fishing village in Nha Trang City. To reach Luong Son, you have to follow Tran Phu Street along the beach to the north to Pham Van Dong Street; after passing a short pass, you will reach Luong Son.

Pro tip: the scenery of the pass is extremely splendid, you can have a broad view over Nha Trang Bay on your way to eat some delicious snails!

Luong Son is famous for shellfish because it has various types and it’s always fresh. You can eat dishes made of scallop, horn snail, oyster, clam, sweet snail, and so on.

Most of the snail food stalls are located in small alleys, so I suggest you go with a local who knows the street well.

Where to find the best oc in Luong Son 

+ Oc Nhung Luong Son

  • Address: Vinh Luong market, Ward Vinh Luong
  • Price: 20,000 – 40,000 VND per dish

+ Oc My

  • Address: Village Van Dang, Ward Vinh Luong
  • Price: 20,000 – 50,000 VND per dish

The best hotels in Nha Trang are ultimate retreats for visitors looking to unwind after a long day of exploring Vietnam’s rich culture. Featuring well-appointed accommodation, modern amenities, and excellent service at great rates, these establishments also offer convenient access to Nha Trang’s many dining outlets, shopping venues, historical sights, and sandy beaches.

Best Budget Nha Trang Accommodation

Find the best hostels in Nha Trang for location, budget and atmosphere. These are the ultimate hostels for Nha Trang backpackers.

Vitamin Sea Hostel

One of the most booking hostels in Nha Trang, Vitamin Sea Hostel is a top choice for solo travellers or groups of friends looking for a comfortable stay. The dorm and private rooms are bright and airy and it’s an easy 700 metre walk to Nha Trang Beach. Dam Market, as well as other shopping, is close-by and on-site amenities include a shared kitchen.

Backpack Abode Hostel

This fun and trendy hostel is in the the Khu Pho Tay area of Nha Trang which is popular among backpackers. 6-8 bed dorm rooms are available and when you stay here you’re a breezy 200 metre walk from the beach. Talk about an ideal location!

Mojzo Inn Boutique Hotel

Don’t let the name fool you, the fabulous Mozjo Boutique Hotel has dorm rooms available too, though you may want to make a bit of splurge here as their private rooms are fabulous. Breakfast is served on the roof top and you can expect bright and airy rooms that are only a 5-minute walk from Dam Market.

Best Mid-Range Nha Trang Accommodation

Find the best Nha Trang Vietnam hotels for your upcoming stay.

Azura Hotel

This beachfront property is one of the most highly rated properties in the city. From your balcony you can get views of the city or the ocean. The location is ideal right in the city centre but still on the beach, it’s exceptionally clean and the staff are very helpful. Bicycles can be rented to explore the surrounding area.

Nha Trang Beach Apartments 

From Nha Trang Beach Apartments you can expect stellar views of the ocean. You won’t have to leave to get food because there is a kitchen and dining area in your room for those craving a bit of privacy. There is also an on-site restaurant, bar, swimming pool and access to the beach.

New Sun Hotel

Get a room with a sea or city view and soak in the sun in Nha Trang. This property has access to the beach, a restaurant on-site and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast included and an airport shuttle can be booked. Previous guests loved the location and buffet breakfast.

Best Luxury Nha Trang Accommodation

Find the best luxury Nha Trang hotel for you to have the perfect stay and the ultimate Nha Trang beach resorts.

Alana Nha Trang Beach Hotel

The only reason why you’d need to leave this hostel is to visit the beach which is a 3-minute walk away. In the hotel you have access to an outdoor pool, sauna, fitness centre, restaurant and bar. Past guests loved the pool area, the amazing staff and raved about the location. This is the best resort in Nha Trang.

Liberty Central Nha Trang Hotel

This Nha Trang resort has a private beach area for guests to lounge. From your room you can take in the ocean views as you enjoy a cup of tea or coffee in the morning and spend the afternoon by the pool. On-site amenities include a spa, fitness centre, bar and breakfast is included.

Hotel Novotel Nha Trang

Located right on the main street, you can get a better location than this. It’s a 1-minute walk to the beach which is private for hotel guests or you can choose to hangout by the outdoor pool. A fitness centre, spa and bar are on-site for your use. You’ll be spoiled here with modern rooms that deliver panoramic views of the ocean. This could just be the best place to stay in Nha Trang.

By Flight

 

Nha Trang airport is called Cam Ranh (CXR) airport and it is about 30 km away from the city center. From there, you can take a 45 minutes taxi ride which should cost you about $15 to the event and tourist area or you can take a shuttle bus for around $3.

Domestic flights

  • Ho Chi Minh City (1h)
  • Hanoi (1h 50min)
  • Da Nang (1h)
  • Haiphong (1h 45min)

International flights

  • Thailand: A non-stop 2-HOUR FLIGHT departs from Suvarnabhumi International airport (BKK) to Nha Trang.
  • Malaysia: A non-stop 2.5-HOUR FLIGHT departs from Kuala Lumpur International airport (KUL) to Nha Trang.
  • Hong Kong: A non-stop 2.5-HOUR FLIGHT from Hong Kong International airport (HKG) to Nha Trang.
  • Shanghai: A non-stop 4-HOUR FLIGHT departs from Shanghai Pudong International airport (PVG) to Nha Trang.
  • Korea: A non-stop 5-HOUR FLIGHT departs from Incheon International airport (ICN) to Nha Trang.
  • Russia: A non-stop 8-HOUR FLIGHT departs from Novosibirsk International airport (OVB) to Nha Trang.

By Train

The Nha Trang train station is in the center of the town, west of the cathedral. It has good connections to destinations including Danang and HCMC which both take about 8h. It is also possible to get there from Hanoi and get the chance to appreciate the marvelous beauty the coast. However, this is 27 hours long, so it may only be possible for those athletes with time.

By Bus

 

If you are planning to take a bus from HCMC, it will take you about 9 hours. You can either go to one of the bus stations or buy the tickets through some of the multiple travel agencies in HCMC. There are also daily departures from Da Nang or from Dalat (4hours).

If you are coming from other cities, this is the correspondent distances to Nha Trang:

  • Hoi An 416 km
  • Mui Ne 176 km
  • Da Nang 436 km
  • Khanh Hoa 37 km
  • Binh Dinh 217 km
  • Phan Thiet 189 km

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