Hoi An Homestays Worth Booking: 10 Picks Near the Old Town and Rice Fields
Hoi An homestays are becoming the hottest accommodation trend of 2026, thanks to their beautiful local architecture, affordable prices & authentic cultural experiences. Instead of a generic hotel room, you’ll wake up in a charming yellow colonial house surrounded by tropical gardens, rice paddies or the peaceful Thu Bon riverfront.
This guide helps you find the perfect Hoi An homestay for your budget and style.
💡 Faifo Express Tip: Book your Da Nang airport transfer to Hoi An — driver drops you at your homestay door with luggage help. Just 350,000 VND (~$14) for a 4-seater.
1. Why Are Hoi An Homestays So Popular Right Now?
- Unique architecture: Traditional yellow colonial homes, tropical gardens, paper lantern decor
- Better value: 30-50% cheaper than hotels in the same area
- Authentic experiences: Hosts teach cooking classes, recommend hidden restaurants, share local stories
- Prime locations: Many homestays are inside the old town or on the riverside
- Free bikes: Most offer complimentary or cheap bike rentals — the best way to explore
2. Top 10 Hoi An Homestays with Highest Ratings
Near old town (≤ 10-minute walk)
| # | Homestay | Price/night | Rating | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | An Hội Silk Homestay | 450,000 VND | 4.8★ | Riverside, lantern-lit views |
| 2 | Lantern Town Homestay | 350,000 VND | 4.7★ | Inside old town, friendly host |
| 3 | Hoian Ancient House | 500,000 VND | 4.8★ | 100-year-old home, garden |
| 4 | Thu Homestay | 300,000 VND | 4.6★ | Budget-friendly, near night market |
| 5 | Rosie’s Homestay | 400,000 VND | 4.7★ | Spacious, great breakfast |
Rice field & riverside views
| # | Homestay | Price/night | Rating | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Under The Coconut Tree | 600,000 VND | 4.9★ | Surrounded by coconut trees, rice views |
| 7 | Green Heaven Homestay | 500,000 VND | 4.7★ | Pool, rice field panorama |
| 8 | An Bang Seaside Village | 700,000 VND | 4.8★ | Near An Bang Beach, peaceful |
Cam Thanh area (budget-friendly, near coconut forest)
| # | Homestay | Price/night | Rating | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Cam Thanh Village Homestay | 250,000 VND | 4.5★ | Close to Bay Mau Coconut Forest |
| 10 | Coconut Garden Homestay | 300,000 VND | 4.6★ | Riverside, free coracle rides |
Garden homestay — peaceful retreat surrounded by nature
3. Hoi An Homestays with Pools, Rice Fields & Riverside Views
With pools
- Green Heaven: Pool overlooking rice fields, from 500,000 VND
- An Bang Beach Hideaway: Beach-view pool, from 800,000 VND
- Little Riverside: Riverside pool, French colonial style, from 1,200,000 VND
Rice field views
- Under The Coconut Tree: 360° rice paddies, wake to bird songs
- Tra Que Garden Village: Overlooks Tra Que vegetable village
Thu Bon riverside
- An Hội Silk: Watch boats pass from the balcony, lantern reflections at night
- Hoian Riverside: Full river views, near Japanese Bridge
4. Hoi An Homestay Pricing by Season
| Room Type | Low Season (Sept–Apr) | Peak Season (May–Aug) | Holidays/Tet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorm bed | 100,000–180,000 VND | 150,000–250,000 VND | 200,000–300,000 VND |
| Basic double | 250,000–400,000 VND | 350,000–600,000 VND | 500,000–800,000 VND |
| Double w/ view | 400,000–700,000 VND | 600,000–1,000,000 VND | 800,000–1,500,000 VND |
| Villa/bungalow | 800,000–1,500,000 VND | 1,200,000–2,500,000 VND | 1,800,000–3,500,000 VND |
💡 Money-saving tip: Book 3-4 weeks ahead on Booking.com with “Free Cancellation.” Many homestays offer 10-15% discounts for 3+ nights.
5. Getting From Da Nang Airport to Your Hoi An Homestay
Private car with Faifo Express (Recommended)
| Vehicle | Price | Duration | Perks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-seater | 350,000 VND | 45 min | Driver waits, door-to-door delivery |
| 7-seater | 400,000 VND | 45 min | Great for groups, plenty of luggage space |
Book via Zalo 0387.913.152 with flight number + landing time + homestay address.
Other options
- Grab: ~300,000–400,000 VND (hard to get late night, surge pricing in peak season)
- Bus: 30,000 VND but only to Hoi An town center (need extra Grab after)
- Shared shuttle: 100,000 VND/person but you wait for enough passengers
See details at Da Nang airport – Hoi An route and Da Nang airport car rental.
Classic Hoi An yellow architecture — each homestay is a work of art
Tropical garden — your peaceful oasis in the heart of Hoi An
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This article was written by the driver and travel consultant team at Faifo Express — over 5 years of experience in travel transport across Da Nang, Hoi An, and Hue. All information is based on real experience serving 5,000+ customers every month.
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