Vietnam is one of the most famous tourist destinations in the world nowadays. Most people choose accommodations in Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi capital. However, these two cities are too crowded and busy. Hoi An will be a more suitable hotspot for those who like quiet. One of the main things that make Hoi An attractive to foreigners is the incredibly cheap real estate. This small seaside town has houses and apartments from the beach to the old town. Therefore, people will have dozens of options for each of their interests.

You can easily rent a house in Hoi An with up to 6 bedrooms, with a pool for under $ 1000.

While it’s worth searching on AirBnB if you want to book in advance, the options are limited, and you’ll find cheaper places when you arrive. We recommend that you stay for one or two nights at a homestay like the lovely Lemongrass Homestay and take a look at some of the houses you have just liked.

Tips to rent a house in Hoi An

Apply for a 3-month Visa

One month’s visa cannot help you find houses to rent in Hoi An. Only when you have a three-month tourist visa, you can rent Hoi An house. You should apply online before coming to this country with VOA Vietnam, and the procedure will be easy. If you want to stay in Hoi An for longer, you can extend your three-month visa.

Get a SIM card

You need to contact the homeowner. Therefore, local SIM cards can come in useful. There are popular network operators in Vietnam, such as Viettel, Mobifone, and Vinaphone, which have good speed and coverage, and the prices of data packages are very affordable. Airports and convenience stores also sell SIMs and credit documents with the best deals.  

Click here to buy sim card in Vietnam

Rent Motorcycles

Often referred to as motorcycles in the United States and scooters in Canada, automatic motorcycles are called motos in Vietnam. Motos are the easiest form of transportation in Hoi An. You may notice most Vietnamese ride motos through town because the roads are too narrow for cars. Motos also help people drive around slower traffic, helping you get to your destination faster.

Daily Moto rental

You can rent your motorbike during the day at a variety of stalls. The largest number of rental moto agencies is near An Bang beach. Take Grab or taxi to the beach and walk around looking for a sign that offers motos to rent. You will find them for 1,000-120,000 or $ 4-5 per day. They will come with up to three helmets. You pay when you return the moto, as you may want to rent it longer than intended.

Rent Moto monthly

Ask similar rental agencies daily if they offer monthly rentals. Most likely they do. Try negotiating down to $ 50-75 / month, you can find if you are willing to get a motorbike with a smaller engine. A 125cc-135cc will be cheaper while something with greater power will be more expensive. However, you will be required to pay in advance for the month.

Electric bicycle rental

The second most popular form of transportation is cycling around Hoi An. Many homestays will provide bicycles for guests, and there are many places to rent them. More serious travelers will be seen on e-bikes, having a small motor. Electric bikes are faster than traditional ones but allow control sometimes you miss with motos.

The best place to rent an electric bike is a small shop next to the Vegan Beets Restaurant. There are other electronic bike rental shops, but this one offers the lowest price.

Cash withdrawals

You usually pay all rent in advance, although you can arrange for monthly payments. Most ATMs charge a fee and have a low withdrawal limit, so its value begins to collect your cash when you arrive. The best ATM to use is at MB Bank on Hai Ba Trung (near the junction with Ba Trieu), no charge.

Set limits on Hoi An rental housing and requirements

Before you start searching, it helps decide your budget and what you are looking for.

If you rent for 6-12 months, you will have more options and the best rates, but some landlords are willing to rent for a month.

Your list of requests may include:

• Hoi An apartment or Hoi An house for rent?
• How many bedrooms?
• Wifi speed? – Use the Speed Test app on iPhone to test. 
• How are the surroundings: quiet, near the town or the beach.
• What are your requirements for other amenities like kitchen, hot water, sofa, desk, dining table, air conditioner in the bedroom, and so on?

Since you are not familiar with the town, you should have definite ideas about the location. Besides, depending on your financial capacity, you should set an appropriate budget.

There are four main ways to rent a house in Hoi An:

House for rent in Hoi An on AirBnB

Airbnb is a suitable option for short term rental homes in Hoi An. You can easily use the site to view maps of different locations that can help you decide where to live.

The downside of Airbnb is that it is more expensive than other options.

 Use a Real Estate Agency

The easiest way to find a rental home is to contact LeaseByVin. Let local friends guide you home! People who are accustomed to working with foreigners will help you find a rental house in Hoi An easily and quickly. You can chat directly with customer care staff on this website, or call 84775562437 for specific advice.

So easy!

Use Facebook Group For Rent Hoi An

There are many Facebook groups for foreigners living in Hoi An. It is flexible at looking for properties to rent in Hoi An. The advantage of this service is that it is cheaper to find than other options, but the downside is that you can control what happens your way. Many people are looking for houses in Hoi An, and a sweet deal of property will have a lot of attention right away!

Ask around directly

The cheapest houses can be found from local contacts. Even so, the use of signs with the word “to rent” seems rare in Hoi An and this approach will take more time.