Ha Long Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal landscape with numerous boats, lush greenery, and distinctive limestone karsts.
A coastal area with numerous boats docked in a bay surrounded by lush green islands.
A coastal landscape with limestone islands surrounded by turquoise waters and lush greenery.
sandy beach in ha long bay, vietnam
A bar with a view of the water and mountains at sunset.

Where to stay in Ha Long

Find the best Ha Long areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal scene with numerous boats on calm waters, surrounded by lush green islands and rocky formations.
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Open Photo by Na'dia Dias

Bai Chay

Bai Chay is noteworthy for its seafood restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ha Long Night Market and Bai Chay Market.

A boat on calm water surrounded by misty mountains.
Photo by Kate Stella
Open Photo by Kate Stella

Hon Gai

You'll enjoy the coffee shops and casinos in Hon Gai. You might want to make time for a stop at Halong Bay Marina or Ha Long Bay.

Vinpearl Resort & Spa Ha Long

Vinpearl Resort & Spa Ha Long

5 out of 5
Reu Island, Bai Chay Ward Ha Long Quang Ninh
The price is £74 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
£74
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Ha Long. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (565 reviews)
"Great property and very helpful staff."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Vinpearl Resort & Spa Ha Long
THE WATSON PREMIUM HALONG HOTEL

THE WATSON PREMIUM HALONG HOTEL

5 out of 5
Lot 9, Hung Thang Area Ha Long Quang Ninh
The price is £41 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£41
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ha Long. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (226 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay, we will come again"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

THE WATSON PREMIUM HALONG HOTEL
InterContinental Halong Bay Resort by IHG

InterContinental Halong Bay Resort by IHG

5 out of 5
Peninsula 2 Ha Long Quang Ninh
The price is £133 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
£133
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ha Long. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Halong Bay Marina and Halong Marina Bayzone ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
"The most beautiful, well finished hotel we have ever stayed in. The room was a great size, staff so pleasant and helpful and the amenities top class. Would recommend this hotel to anyone. The views here Ha Long Bay are an added bonus and the hotel ensure the beach area is kept pristine and clean. ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

InterContinental Halong Bay Resort by IHG
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Nam Dat Hotel by D'Lecia Ha Long

Nam Dat Hotel by D'Lecia Ha Long

3.5 out of 5
8 Doan Thi Diem Ha Long Quang Ninh
Stay at this aparthotel in Ha Long. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Halong Bay Marina and Poem Mountain ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Lovely staff and great breakfast options that are included in the stay. Would highly recommend!!"

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Nam Dat Hotel by D'Lecia Ha Long
The Yen Residences Halong

The Yen Residences Halong

4 out of 5
E362 Sun Plaza Grand World, Bãi Cháy Ha Long Quang Ninh
Stay at this aparthotel in Ha Long. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Halong Bay Marina and Sun Square are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews)
"The staff were really understanding and nice. The hotel is clean and close to the main attractions of Ha Long Bay. Plus, the breakfast was good and consisted of a typical Vietnamese breakfast. Things to know before booking though is that is does cost more if you bring more people than the capacity ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

The Yen Residences Halong
Alacarte Ha Long Bay Managed by Navis Global

Alacarte Ha Long Bay Managed by Navis Global

5 out of 5
Ha Long Marina Ha Long Quang Ninh
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Ha Long. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Halong Bay Marina and Halong Marina Bayzone ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
"it is ok"

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

Alacarte Ha Long Bay Managed by Navis Global
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Ha Long attractions

A coastal scene with traditional boats and wooden houses on stilts, surrounded by lush green cliffs.

Halong Bay Marina

8.6/10 (206 reviews)
Explore the waterfront of Halong Bay Marina and enjoy other activities such as boating in Ha Long. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
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Things to do

Lan Ha Bay

Ha Long Bay Cruise Day Tour - best selling: Kayaking, Swimming, hiking & Lunch

£17
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ha Long Bay Cruise Day Tour - best selling: Kayaking, Swimming, hiking & Lunch
Halong Bay - Le Journey Cruises - All Inclusive 2D1N and 3D2N

Le Journey Elegance - Halong Bay - All Inclusive Multi Day Tour

£39
per adult
Le Journey Elegance - Halong Bay - All Inclusive Multi Day Tour
Lan Ha - Ha Long Bay - Dau Be island 2D/1N from Cat Ba in less touristy areas.

Lan Ha - Ha Long Bay - Dau Be island 2D/1N from Cat Ba in less touristy areas.

£123
per adult
Lan Ha - Ha Long Bay - Dau Be island 2D/1N from Cat Ba in less touristy areas.
Hanoi: Ha Long Bay Day Cruise with Lunch, Cave & Kayaking

Hanoi: Ha Long Bay Day Cruise with Lunch, Cave & Kayaking

£29
per adult
Hanoi: Ha Long Bay Day Cruise with Lunch, Cave & Kayaking
Cat Ba: Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay Kayak & Snorkel Boat Tour

Cat Ba: Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay Kayak & Snorkel Boat Tour

£24
per adult
Cat Ba: Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay Kayak & Snorkel Boat Tour
Halong 6 hours Boat tour with Cave, Kayak, lunch, transfer high-way from Hanoi

Halong 6 hours Boat tour with Cave, Kayak, lunch, transfer high-way from Hanoi

£15
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Halong 6 hours Boat tour with Cave, Kayak, lunch, transfer high-way from Hanoi
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Cities near Ha Long

A coastal cityscape with dense greenery, a marina, and a sunset over the water.

Hai Phong

A coastal cityscape with dense urban development, a prominent modern building, and a river with rocky islands.

Cam Pha