Title: Sunny Garden Homestay Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sunny Garden Homestay Family-friendly guesthouse with spa services and 24-hour front desk ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16470000/16464000/16463947/7e7a944c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Shower, hydromassage showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16470000/16464000/16463947/b759bb6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Room | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16470000/16464000/16463947/f98bc9b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Room | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16470000/16464000/16463947/090eca1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16470000/16464000/16463947/949ce324.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Sunny Garden Homestay offers a quiet escape in central Hoi An. Enjoy spa treatments, relax in the garden, or explore nearby markets. Complimentary WiFi and parking are included. Past visitors praise the welcoming environment. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Room service - Spa - Breakfast available - Laundry - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 29 - Oct 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=16463947&PinnedHotelID=16463947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=16463947&PinnedHotelID=16463947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 30 - Oct 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=16463947&PinnedHotelID=16463947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=16463947&PinnedHotelID=16463947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=16463947&PinnedHotelID=16463947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=16463947&PinnedHotelID=16463947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=16463947&PinnedHotelID=16463947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=16463947&PinnedHotelID=16463947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16470000/16464000/16463947/ea614a9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchen Flat-screen TV Pillow-top bed Premium bedding - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Single Beds ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16470000/16464000/16463947/e6d4d061.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchen Flat-screen TV Pillow menu Premium bedding - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16470000/16464000/16463947/e38291e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Triple Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchen Flat-screen TV Pillow-top bed Premium bedding - 301 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Family Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16470000/16464000/16463947/b8e76390.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchen Flat-screen TV Pillow-top bed Premium bedding - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16470000/16464000/16463947/e38291e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchen Flat-screen TV Pillow-top bed 2 bedrooms - 538 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - City view - Sleeps 5 - 1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDa-Nang-Hotels-Sunny-Garden-Homestay.h16463947.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDa-Nang-Hotels-Sunny-Garden-Homestay.h16463947.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C15.87234%2C108.33459&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=z7mo4F4WMTH8i5FwaciCGhWjAs4=) 97/5 Nguyen Tri Phuong Street, Cam Nam Ward, Hoi An, Da Nang #### What's nearby - Hoi An Cloth Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Hoi An Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Hoi An Night Market - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Chua Cau - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - An Bang Beach - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles #### Getting around - Da Nang Station - 30 min drive - Da Nang (DAD-Da Nang Intl.) - 54 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Trình Cafe & Bistro Hội An - ‬6 min walk - ‪Market Terrace - ‬8 min walk - ‪The Noodle House - ‬9 min walk - ‪Dao Tiền - ‬10 min walk - ‪3 Dragons - ‬9 min walk ## About this property ### Sunny Garden Homestay Family-friendly guest house near Hoi An Market Hoi An Night Market is located near Sunny Garden Homestay, which provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a body scrub, a manicure/pedicure or a body treatment. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and a hair salon. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Express check-out, express check-in and a front desk safe Room features All guest rooms at Sunny Garden Homestay include thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and designer toiletries - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41700000/41695900/41695859/49e8daf6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lan Uyen Homestay - Hoi An Minh An - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available - Laundry 9.6 Exceptional 59 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=41695859&PinnedHotelID=41695859&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19510000/19504500/19504464/345f022b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fig Tree Boutique Villa Cam Chau - Pool - Spa - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 18 reviews £18 includes taxes & fees 7 Nov - 8 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=19504464&PinnedHotelID=19504464&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15130000/15123200/15123120/080fc023.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Silkotel Hoi An Cam Pho - 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A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Playground - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Free babysitting - Laundry facilities - Playground - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Computer station ### Outdoors - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Spa - Body scrubs - Couples treatment rooms - Facials - Manicures/pedicures - Massage ### More - 2 buildings - 2 floors - Built in 2016 - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Pillowtop mattress - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bidet - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Hydromassage showerhead - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2 PM Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay for free ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: VND 300000 per vehicle (one way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Sunny Garden Homestay Hoi An Sunny Garden Homestay Hoi An Sunny Garden Homestay Guesthouse Sunny Garden Homestay Guesthouse Hoi An ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sunny Garden Homestay pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Sunny Garden Homestay? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sunny Garden Homestay? > Check-in begins at 2 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sunny Garden Homestay? > Checkout is at noon. ### Does Sunny Garden Homestay provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of VND 300000 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Sunny Garden Homestay located? > This family-friendly Hoi An guesthouse is located in the historical district, within a 15-minute walk of Memory of Hoi An and Hoi An Market. Thanh Nam Fishing Village and Hoi An Impression Theme Park are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sunny Garden Homestay Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 21 Aug 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Quiet location but only 10 minute stroll to Hoi An’s Old Town. The accommodation is very clean and comfortable but it is the exceptional hospitality of the host family that makes this such a great home stay. They could not have been more welcoming and helpful and repeatedly went above and beyond to assist with every request. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lilach 21 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very nice hotel. Helps you find your way in hoi an. Clean room . Good location ##### Lilach Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Aoife 23 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Worth it! Friendly host, nice breakfast and walkable distance to the main area in Hanoi. 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