Staying on My Khe Beach, Da Nang (2026): Which Section, Rooms and Seasons

Updated 13 November 2026 · By the Donquijotel team

Staying on My Khe beach puts you at the heart of Da Nang’s seaside life. My Khe is the city’s main beach: a long, wide stretch of pale sand on the coast east of the Han River, lined with hotels, seafood restaurants and cafés, and only about 15–20 minutes from the airport. Locals swim at sunrise, families fill the sand in the late afternoon, and the beach road comes alive in the evening. This guide explains which part of the beach to choose, what to look for in a room, when to go, and how My Khe compares with other parts of Da Nang.

Last checked: October 30, 2026. This guide is based on research and comparison of official sources and current travel guides, not a sponsored stay. Transport times and rules change, so check before you go.

Table of contents

1. What is My Khe beach like?
2. Which part of My Khe should I choose?
3. My Khe and nearby beach areas compared
4. Who should stay where?
5. What should I look for in a room?
6. Swimming and beach safety
7. Eating and evenings near My Khe
8. Easy trips from My Khe
9. How does My Khe compare with staying in Hoi An?
10. Common mistakes to avoid
11. When is the best time to stay?
12. How many nights should I stay on My Khe?
13. Notes for families and travellers with reduced mobility
14. FAQ

What is My Khe beach like?

My Khe runs for several kilometres along Da Nang’s eastern shore, south of the Son Tra Peninsula. The sand is wide and soft, the water is generally clean, and lifeguard stations mark the main swimming areas. A promenade and the beach road, Vo Nguyen Giap, run alongside, lined with high-rise hotels and apartment towers, seafood restaurants and coffee shops. Behind the beach road, the grid of streets known as An Thuong is popular with travellers for its cafés, bakeries, bars and small places to stay.

Which part of My Khe should I choose?

The central section around Pham Van Dong beach and An Thuong is the busiest and most convenient: restaurants, bars and shops are a short walk away, and the Han River and Dragon Bridge are about ten minutes by car. It suits first-time visitors, couples and solo travellers. The southern section towards Bac My An is calmer, with more space on the sand and some low-rise resorts, which suits families and longer stays. The northern end towards the Son Tra Peninsula has a more local feel, with seafood restaurants and fishing boats, and easy access to the peninsula’s viewpoints.

Mid-range pick: A La Carte Da Nang Beach

On the beach road by An Thuong, with a rooftop pool over the sea.

Luxury pick: Furama Resort Danang

A long-established beachfront resort on the quieter southern stretch.

Budget rooms are mostly in An Thuong's back streets, a few minutes' walk from the sand.

Hotel picks are examples by budget, not sponsored stays. Check recent reviews, the room size and the walk to the station before you book.

My Khe and nearby beach areas compared

Area	Best for	Getting around	Watch out
My Khe – Pham Van Dong / An Thuong	First visits, dining, nightlife	Walk; ride-hailing for longer trips	Busy in summer; high-rise views
My Khe – Bac My An	Families, calmer stays	Ride-hailing, some resort shuttles	Fewer restaurants within walking distance
My Khe – north towards Son Tra	Seafood, local feel	Ride-hailing	Fewer travellers’ services
Non Nuoc (further south)	Big resorts, quiet sand	Car or resort shuttle	Quiet outside the resorts
Han River centre	City life, markets	Walk, ride-hailing	Not on the beach

Where are these areas?

Markers show the approximate centre of each area. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Who should stay where?

• First-time visitors and couples: central My Khe near An Thuong.
• Families: Bac My An or Non Nuoc; see Da Nang with kids.
• Solo travellers and remote workers: An Thuong’s cafés and hostels.
• Romantic trips: see where to stay in Da Nang for couples.
• City-first travellers: the Han River centre, with beach trips by ride-hailing.

What should I look for in a room?

On My Khe, the room you book matters almost as much as the section of beach, because the view and floor change the whole experience. Room names matter. “Ocean view” or “sea view” rooms face the beach, “partial ocean view” may be a side view, and “city view” faces inland. Higher floors are quieter and have better views. Many hotels sit across the beach road from the sand rather than directly on it; that’s normal in Da Nang, and crossing at the traffic lights is easy. If direct beach access matters, look for low-rise resorts further south. Apartment-style rooms with a kitchen suit families and longer stays; see apartment hotel vs hotel. Rooftop pools are common in the towers and busiest in the late afternoon.

Swimming and beach safety

• Swim in front of the lifeguard stations and between the flags.
• The sea is usually calmest from about March to August; waves and currents can be strong from October to December.
• Early mornings and late afternoons are cooler; the midday sun is very strong.
• Beach chairs and umbrellas can be rented on many stretches.
• Keep valuables in your room rather than on the sand.

Eating and evenings near My Khe

The beach road and the streets behind it are known for seafood restaurants where you choose fish, prawns, crab and clams from tanks and pay by weight; ask the price before ordering. An Thuong has cafés, bakeries, burger bars and Vietnamese street food, and is easy to walk around at night. In the evening, the promenade fills with joggers and families. For more choice, the Han River’s bridges and night markets are about ten minutes away, and on weekend evenings the Dragon Bridge puts on a fire-and-water show.

Ask your hotel which nearby restaurants locals recommend; the busiest seafood places on the beach road are not always the best value, and a street or two inland you’ll often find better prices.

Easy trips from My Khe

Trip	Time by car
Son Tra Peninsula and Linh Ung Pagoda	About 15–20 minutes
Marble Mountains	About 15 minutes
Han River and Dragon Bridge	About 10 minutes
Hoi An Ancient Town	About 40 minutes
Ba Na Hills	About 45–50 minutes

How does My Khe compare with staying in Hoi An?

My Khe is about the sea, convenience and choice: dozens of restaurants within walking distance, a short ride to the airport, and a wide beach for daily swims. Hoi An, about 40 minutes south, is about atmosphere: a historic town with lanterns, tailors and rice fields, with quieter beaches a bicycle ride away. Many travellers spend a few nights in each; see Hoi An or Da Nang and where to stay in Hoi An.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Booking a city-view room when you wanted the sea.
• Assuming every hotel is directly on the sand.
• Planning a beach-only trip for the stormy season without a backup plan.
• Ordering seafood without checking the price per weight first.

When is the best time to stay?

For beach time, the most reliable months are usually around March to August. June to August is hot and busy with domestic holidaymakers, so book early. From roughly October to December, heavy rain and storms are common, and some days will be unsuitable for swimming; travel flexibly and choose a room with good indoor space. January and February can be pleasant but cooler, with a choppier sea.

How many nights should I stay on My Khe?

Three or four nights give you time for beach mornings, a day on the Son Tra Peninsula and the Marble Mountains, and an evening in Hoi An. With a week, you can add Ba Na Hills, the Hai Van Pass or a few nights in Hoi An itself. Because the airport is so close, My Khe also works well as the last stop of a longer trip through Vietnam.

Notes for families and travellers with reduced mobility

The promenade along My Khe is wide and smooth, and many beach-road hotels have lifts, making it one of the more accessible beach areas in Vietnam. Reaching the sand itself can involve steps or soft ground, so ask about ramps or beach access. Child seats are not standard in taxis or ride-hailing cars; bring a travel seat or arrange a transfer that provides one.

FAQ

Is My Khe beach good for swimming?
Yes, especially from about March to August; swim near lifeguards, as waves can be strong in the rainy season.

Which part of My Khe is best?
Central My Khe near An Thuong for restaurants and nightlife; the southern end for a calmer stay.

Are hotels on My Khe directly on the sand?
Many are across the beach road from the sand; low-rise resorts further south often have direct access.

How far is My Khe from Da Nang Airport?
About 15–20 minutes by car.

Sources: Da Nang Tourism – official guide · Wikipedia – Da Nang · Vietnam National Authority of Tourism – Vietnam.travel · Wikipedia – Marble Mountains · Wikipedia – Da Nang International Airport