Where to stay depends entirely on the destination — Hanoi’s Old Quarter, Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1, and Da Nang’s beachfront strip suit different trips than Bangkok’s Sukhumvit, Phuket’s Patong, or Singapore’s Chinatown and Marina Bay. These guides break down the best neighborhoods and hotels destination by destination, including which areas to avoid for noise, safety, or distance from the sights that matter. Coverage spans destinations across Vietnam, Thailand, and Singapore, with more Southeast Asia destinations coming soon.
Most first-time visitors do best staying along My Khe Beach or in the An Thuong neighborhood just behind it, since both put you within walking distance of the sand, the best cafes, and easy Grab access to the rest of the city. Families and travelers wanting more seclusion should look toward the Son Tra Peninsula…
Most first-time visitors to Ho Chi Minh City should base themselves in District 1 — it puts nearly every major sight, restaurant, and rooftop bar within walking distance, with the safety net of constant foot traffic day and night. Travelers craving a quieter, more residential feel without losing that walkability should look at District 3,…
Old Quarter, French Quarter, or Tay Ho? A neighborhood-by-neighborhood breakdown of where to stay in Hanoi, with price ranges and a TTC Verdict.
