Where to Stay in Nha Trang: City, Cam Ranh, Island
Nha Trang has three main places to stay: the city beach along Tran Phu, the Bai Dai resort strip about 25 km south toward Cam Ranh airport, and Vinpearl resorts on Hon Tre island. Where you stay changes your airport transfer and how often you will use taxis.
Areas at a glance
Hotels along the seafront road, close to restaurants and markets.
Resort strip on Bai Dai, about 25 km south of the city toward the airport.
Island with Vinpearl resorts and VinWonders, reached by cable car per Vinpearl.
Getting there
Flights land at Cam Ranh International Airport, south of the city. Bai Dai (Long Beach) is about 25 km south of Nha Trang city, on the airport side. Transfers are by taxi or hotel shuttle.
Good for
- Beach holidays
- Families (VinWonders)
- Food and nightlife in the city
- Resort stays near the airport
Watch out for
- The rainy season is September to December, but Nha Trang has the shortest rainy season in Vietnam and is less prone to heavy storms than the northern coast.
- Cam Ranh resorts are far from city restaurants.
Booking tips
- Combine city nights with resort nights if you want both.
- VinWonders tickets include the round-trip cable car, according to Vinpearl.
FAQ
City or Cam Ranh for a first trip?
City for food and flexibility; Cam Ranh for resort time near the airport.
When is the rainy season?
September to December, though it is the shortest rainy season in Vietnam.