Quy Nhon is the kind of place that doesn’t feel like it’s trying to impress you; yet somehow it does. With wide stretches of sand, a slower rhythm, and traces of an older Vietnam in its streets, it’s an easy city to settle into.
Staying by the Sea
Part of Quy Nhon’s charm is waking up to the sound of waves and knowing the day can start at whatever pace you like. There’s a good range of Vietnam beach hotels here, from simple stays to full-service resorts. Avani Quy Nhon Resort, set in a secluded bay about a 20-minute drive from the city, offers that quiet retreat feeling while still keeping you within reach of fishing villages and the bustle of Quy Nhon’s centre when you want it.
A Taste of Local Life
Early mornings belong to the markets. This is when fishing boats return and stalls fill with the day’s catch — tuna, squid, and all sorts of shellfish still glistening from the sea. Street vendors set up nearby, serving bánh canh noodles thick with broth and crispy bánh xèo pancakes that arrive at your table still sizzling. Spend a little time wandering, and you’ll soon realise that Quy Nhon is about who you meet and the stories they share.
Beaches Without the Crowds
If you’ve had your fill of busy resort strips, Quy Nhon’s beaches feel like a breath of fresh air. Ky Co Beach has clear shallows made for swimming, while Queen’s Beach, with its smooth round stones and golden sunsets, is better for sitting still and taking it all in. You’ll often find whole stretches with only a handful of people — a rarity in Vietnam’s more famous coastal spots.
History Along the Coast
The city’s slower pace hides the fact that it has been around for centuries, and the Cham towers are proof. The Banh It and Twin Towers are the most accessible, each with its own vantage point over the land and sea. Standing here, it’s easy to imagine the centuries of history layered into this coastline.
