Hoi An, Vietnam
Field guide
The Ultimate Guide to Living in Hoi An
Hoi An, Vietnam is an Asia base for digital nomads with a typical solo monthly cost around $900, average internet around 80 Mbps, and a safety score of 9/10. In our dataset the friendliest months are Feb, Mar, Apr, May, while rainy months to plan around are Sep, Oct, Nov. Place feel leans seaside with vibes tagged foodie, beach, adventure. Visa: Up to 90 days for most nationalities. Time zone UTC+7.
Key stats for digital nomads
- Cost of living (solo / month): $900
- Long-term monthly estimate: $675
- Median Airbnb (night): $41 (estimate)
- Internet: 80 Mbps (reliability 7/10 (estimate))
- Power grid stability: 7/10 (estimate)
- Coworking density: Low
- Safety: 9/10 (female safety 8/10)
- Visa: Up to 90 days for most nationalities.
- Timezone: UTC+7
- Language: Vietnamese
- Region: Asia
- Best months: Feb, Mar, Apr, May
- Rainy months: Sep, Oct, Nov
- Avg temperature: 26°C
Vibe tags
- foodie
- beach
- adventure
Landscape
- seaside
Why go
- Charming old town
- Cheap
- Tailoring
- UNESCO-listed Ancient Town
- Very safe
Trade-offs
- Small
- Limited infrastructure
- Flooding
Quick answers
How much does it cost to live in Hoi An as a digital nomad?
About $900 a month for a solo nomad, based on Nomad Spin's data. For longer stays, our long-term monthly estimate is $675. The median Airbnb estimate is $41 a night, which matters most if you book short stays instead of a monthly rental.
Is the internet in Hoi An good enough for video calls?
Usually, but keep a backup. Nomad Spin lists average speeds around 80 Mbps with estimated reliability 7/10 and power grid stability 7/10. Coworking density is Low, so do not count on a coworking fallback. Test your own apartment's connection before a long stay.
How long can I stay in Vietnam as a digital nomad?
Up to 90 days on Vietnam's E-Visa, per Nomad Spin's data. It is an application-based visa, so apply before you travel and check the length printed on the visa you are granted. Verify current eligibility and validity on Vietnam's official government e-visa portal before you book.
When is the best time to live in Hoi An?
February to May are the best months in Nomad Spin's data. The rainy months to plan around are September to November, and the average temperature is about 26 C. Weather trade-offs we list: flooding. Other months carry no weather flag in our data.
Is Hoi An safe for solo female travelers?
Yes, by our scores. Hoi An scores 9/10 for overall safety and 8/10 for female safety in Nomad Spin's data. LGBTQ+ friendliness scores 3/10. Use normal city precautions and check recent local advice for the area you book.
Who should skip Hoi An as a nomad base?
Skip Hoi An if these listed trade-offs are dealbreakers: small, limited infrastructure and flooding. Its listed strengths are charming old town, cheap and tailoring. English proficiency scores 4/10 and LGBTQ+ friendliness scores 3/10 in our data.
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