Where to Stay in Lý Sơn Island: A Guide to the Best Areas

The best area to stay in Lý Sơn Island is near the main port. This port sits on the west side of Đảo Lớn. It offers easy access to transport and local restaurants. For quiet mornings and sunrise views, choose the east coast near Hang Câu. Most travelers spend two nights on the island. This is enough time to see both Đảo Lớn and Đảo Bé. Staying near the port saves travel time. Boats from the mainland land directly here. You can walk to seafood stalls and find motorbike rentals easily.

The port area in An Vĩnh commune is the main hub of Lý Sơn Island. This area has the most hotels and guesthouses. Prices start from $15 (approximate) per night for a standard room. Staying here means you are close to the night market. Locals sell fresh seafood here every evening. It is also the easiest place to rent a scooter. For families, this area offers the most reliable electricity and water. Many hotels have shuttle cars from the port. You should ask before check-in.

The east coast of Đảo Lớn offers a quiet alternative to the port. It is near Hang Câu and Thới Lới Mountain. Accommodation here includes small hotels and local homestays. You will wake up to views of garlic fields and the sea. This is the perfect base to hike Thới Lới Mountain early. However, dining options are limited here after dark. You must ride a scooter for 10 minutes to reach restaurants. Get a quote from a Trip2VN specialist to find a room here.

Staying overnight on Đảo Bé is best for adventurous travelers. Most visitors only visit Đảo Bé on a day trip. If you stay, accommodation is limited to basic homestays. Rooms are simple with shared bathrooms and fans. Electricity on Đảo Bé can turn off during the day. However, you can enjoy the quiet beaches after day-trippers leave. Boats to Đảo Bé run daily from the main port. The boat ride takes about 15 minutes. Get a quote from Trip2VN to check current homestay options.