How much does it cost to rent an apartment?

A studio on the outskirts — from ~$150/mo; In the centre — ~$220–300; A one-bedroom in the north — ~$250–350; In the centre — ~$350–500; Villas in An Vien — from ~$800; Plus utilities — ~$35–45.

Which area is closest to the beach?

An Vien and Bai Dai put you right on the sand. The north — 1–5 minute walk; The centre — 5–15 minutes; The west — 10–15 minute (scooter ride).

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Where to stay in Nha Trang: districts guide 2026

Nha Trang runs 10 km along the coast, and the district you pick shapes the whole trip. A busy centre with restaurants and nightlife, a quiet north with clean beaches and a settled expat crowd, a resort south for families — here are the 7 zones ranked by distance to the sea, price, noise and transport. Where to base yourself for a week, and where to rent for a season, in one read.

Updated 16 July 202612 min read

New to the city? Start with the Nha Trang overview. Booking a hotel? See where to stay. Renting long-term? Head to the renting guide. This page is just the districts — what's where and who each suits.

Quick facts

Nha Trang districts — the short version

7 main zones: centre, north, west, south, An Vien, Bai Dai, across the river

Rent: from ~$150/mo (outskirts) to ~$2,000+/mo (An Vien villas)

Beach distance ranges from on-the-sand (An Vien, Bai Dai) to a 5–15 min walk (centre)

Any district to the centre — 10–15 min by scooter, ~$50–80/mo to rent one

Nha Trang cathedral in grey stone with its clock tower, a busy junction below and a balloon seller on the pavement — The stone cathedral on its hill — the easiest landmark for telling the old centre from the resort strip. Photo: vbif333, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0

How Nha Trang is laid out — the district map

Officially, since July 2025 Nha Trang's old wards and communes have been merged into four wards (phường) of Khánh Hòa province. For a traveller or expat, that administrative map is useless. In practice the city breaks down into 7 zones — each with its own character, prices and crowd.

Tip: keep an offline map handy (Google Maps or Maps.me). Addresses here run along the beach axis of Trần Phú, so knowing which zone you're in makes everything else click into place.

The main zones of Nha Trang for travellers and expats
Zone	Ward on paper	To centre	Best for
Centre	phường Nha Trang (formerly Lộc Thọ, Tân Lập, Phước Tiến)	—	Tourists, short stays
North	phường Bắc Nha Trang (formerly Vĩnh Hải, Vĩnh Phước, Vĩnh Hòa)	3–7 km	Long-stayers, expats
West	phường Tây Nha Trang (formerly Ngọc Hiệp, Phương Sơn)	~4 km	Long-term rentals
South (Lotte Mart)	phường Nam Nha Trang (formerly Phước Long), partly phường Nha Trang (formerly Phước Tân)	~2–3 km	Families, retirees
An Vien	phường Nha Trang (formerly Vĩnh Nguyên)	~5 km	Families, premium
Bai Dai	Outside the city	~20 km	Resort holidays

Since 1 July 2025 Vietnam has no district tier, and Nha Trang's old wards and communes were merged into four phường of Khánh Hòa province (Resolution 1667/NQ-UBTVQH15). Listings, agents and drivers still use the old names; a lease or temporary residence registration uses the new ones. The zones stay the same.

Centre & Trần Phú — the heart of tourist Nha Trang

The centre is the Trần Phú beachfront and the first three blocks back from the sea. Hotels, restaurants, tour agencies, nightlife. It's the most international pocket of the city, with English on many menus and signs — the easiest place to land if it's your first time in Vietnam.

Tran Phu street in central Nha Trang: hotel towers, palms, festive garlands and taxis on the road — Trần Phú in the centre — seafront hotels and palms along the promenade. Photo: Anhchangeden, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

Key streets

Trần Phú — the main beachfront. 7 km along the sea, parks, the beach, the Lotus tower. The prettiest and most expensive street in town.
Nguyễn Thiện Thuật — the "restaurant street." Sushi, Korean BBQ, Western food. Something for every budget.
Biệt Thự — bars and nightlife; after 22:00 the street comes alive. Sailing Club and Skylight Rooftop are nearby, on the Trần Phú seafront.
Hùng Vương — the shopping street. Shops, money changers, souvenirs.

The Lotus area

An informal name for the beachfront around the Trầm Hương tower (46 Trần Phú). A 36-metre pink concrete tower shaped like a blooming flower — a symbol of Nha Trang. Inside is a museum and a viewpoint; nearby you'll find the night market and first-line restaurants.

Infrastructure in the centre

Malls: Gold Coast (200+ shops), Nha Trang Center, Vincom Plaza
Healthcare: Vinmec International Hospital (42A Trần Phú) — at the south end of the seafront, near An Vien, with English-speaking staff
Coworking: LIVIN Collective (77 Bạch Đằng), Stockholm Coworking
Fitness: California Fitness & Yoga (~2,500,000 VND/mo, ~$100), plus free outdoor gym gear on the promenade

Pros and cons

Pros and cons of central Nha Trang
Pros	Cons
Everything within walking distance	Noisy, especially at night
5–15 min walk to the sea	Inflated food and rent prices
Most entertainment and services	Pushy vendors and taxi drivers
English widely spoken	Crowded in high season

Who it suits: travellers here for 1–2 weeks who want the action and the beach close by. Digital nomads too — for the coworking spaces and Wi-Fi cafés. For what a place costs in each district, see the rental table further down.

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North Nha Trang — where the long-stayers settle

The north starts across the Sông Cái river and the Cham towers of Tháp Bà Ponagar. Two bridges connect it to the centre. The beachfront is 10–15 minutes away by scooter.

This is the main expat district. Quieter, cheaper, cleaner — and yet all the essentials are here. Most people who come to Nha Trang for a longer stay end up basing themselves in the north.

The stacked granite boulders of Hon Chong above the sea, seen from Co Tien beach — Hon Chong rocks from Co Tien beach — the north of Nha Trang. Photo: Vinhtantran, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0

Key landmarks

Muong Thanh Oceanus — a big residential complex on the first line, popular with long-stay foreigners. Four high-rise towers, sea-view apartments, a pool and security. Staff are used to international residents.
UPlaza — a higher price bracket, modern serviced apartments.
The Cham towers Tháp Bà Ponagar — a temple complex from the 7th–12th centuries. Entry is about 30,000 VND (~$1.20); check the price on site.
Cape Hòn Chồng — granite boulders on the shore with a panoramic view of the bay.
Vĩnh Hải market — a proper Vietnamese market. Prices are 2–3 times lower than in the centre.

Northern beaches

Clean, uncrowded, with a gentle slope into the water. In winter (November–February) the northern beaches are shielded by the islands from the monsoon swell, so the sea here is calmer than at the central beach. More detail in our Nha Trang beaches guide.

Pros and cons

Pros and cons of northern Nha Trang
Pros	Cons
Peace and quiet	10–15 min to the centre by scooter
Clean beaches, few people	Less nightlife
Rent 20–30% cheaper	Weaker overall infrastructure
Established expat community	Older housing stock (outside the complexes)

Who it suits: long-stayers for 1–6 months, expats, families with kids. The best price-to-quality-of-life ratio in Nha Trang.

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The west — Vĩnh Điềm Trung and Big C

West Nha Trang is the district behind the Big C hypermarket (now Go!/Tops Market). It's a 10–15 minute scooter ride to the sea, but you get modern apartment blocks, quiet courtyards and prices below the coast.

Vĩnh Điềm Trung is a newer residential area built for well-off Vietnamese: modern architecture, gated courtyards, underground parking. In recent years expats who don't need the beach under their window — but do want quality housing at a fair price — have discovered it.

Infrastructure

GO! (formerly Big C) — a large hypermarket. Three floors, free parking
Coop Mart — a supermarket popular with locals, low prices
Mega Market — a big supermarket with wholesale pricing
To the sea — 10–15 min by scooter, or 15–20 min on bus No. 4

Pros and cons of west Nha Trang
Pros	Cons
Modern housing	Far from the sea
Quiet compared with the centre	No tourist atmosphere
Big C on the doorstep	You'll need a scooter

Who it suits: remote workers who value the flat itself over a sea view from the window. Studios from ~$150/mo.

South Nha Trang — the Lotte Mart area

South Nha Trang runs along the coast towards the Vinpearl cable car. It's quieter and greener than the centre, but the beach and amenities stay within walking distance.

Landmarks: the "Corn Cob" (a round tower that looks like an ear of corn) and Louisiana beach with its brewery of the same name.

Palm park along the Nha Trang seafront: shrubs, white beach umbrellas and the sea behind the trees — The palm park between the Nha Trang seafront road and the beach, with umbrellas and the sea behind the trees. Photo: Rayrayokocha, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0

Infrastructure

Lotte Mart — a large supermarket with groceries, electronics and clothing
Bình Tân market — fresh, cheap seafood
Louisiana Brewhouse — sun lounger ~70,000 VND (~$2.80), a pool and craft beer
Several Western-friendly cafés and mini-marts nearby

Pros and cons of south Nha Trang
Pros	Cons
Peace and quiet	Fewer restaurants and cafés
Prices below the centre	Weaker tourist infrastructure
Beach within walking distance	Less to do

Who it suits: families on a budget, retirees, long-stayers — quiet without the isolation of An Vien.

An Vien — the upscale district in the south

An Vien is a gated villa neighbourhood a 10-minute drive from the centre. Villas with pools, a private beach, secured grounds. The safest and quietest area of Nha Trang.

Paragon Beach

Its main draw is Paragon Beach. A concrete breakwater creates a natural "pool": the sea here is noticeably calmer than on the open shore. For families with small children it's a great option — the entry is gentle, the bottom flat and free of rocks.

Vinpearl cable-car towers running across Nha Trang bay, mainland mountains behind them — The Vinpearl cable car over the bay. An Vien sits on the mainland shore opposite the island, by the cable-car terminal. Photo: calflier001, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0

Infrastructure

Minimal. A small shop, a couple of cafés — and that's it. For groceries, restaurants or a doctor, you head to the centre. On the plus side, there's an international kindergarten, Kid Castle (taught in English), on the grounds.

Pros and cons of the An Vien district
Pros	Cons
Quiet and secure	No infrastructure beyond the gates
Calm, clean sea year-round	A scooter or car is a must
Upscale housing	Pricey: villas from ~$800/mo
Kid Castle kindergarten	Cut off from the city

Who it suits: families with children (calm sea, safety), and well-off expats who value privacy.

Bãi Dài — the resort south

Bãi Dài means "long beach." 15 km of fine, soft sand, a gentle slope into the water, and few tourists even in high season. It's ~20 km south of the centre, formally outside the city.

This is the zone of 4–5 star resorts: Vinpearl, Movenpick, Radisson Blu. There's no infrastructure beyond the resorts — a deliberate trade for quiet and clean water.

In the windy season (November–March) surfers and kiters come out here.

Who it suits: travellers on all-inclusive resort stays, families with kids (shallow, calm sea), surfers. More on where to stay in our Nha Trang hotels guide.

Nha Trang districts compared — one table

Nha Trang districts compared across key parameters
Parameter	Centre	North	West	South	An Vien	Bai Dai
Vibe	Busy, touristy	Quiet, village-like	Residential, modern	Quiet, family	Upscale, secluded	Resort
To the sea	5–15 min walk	1–5 min walk	10–15 min scooter	5–10 min walk	On the sand	On the sand
Food & dining	★★★★★	★★★	★★★	★★	★	★★
Safety	Medium–high	High	High	High	Very high	Very high
Expat community	★★★	★★★★★	★★	★★	★★	—
For a tourist	★★★★★	★★	★	★★	★★	★★★★
For an expat	★★	★★★★★	★★★★	★★★	★★★	★

Rental prices by district in 2026

Conversion rate (2026): 1 USD ≈ 26,000 VND. For a full cost breakdown, see the Nha Trang prices guide.

Long-term rent (per month)

Long-term rental prices in Nha Trang by district
District	Type	USD/mo	VND/mo
Centre	Studio	~$220–300	5.7–7.8M
Centre	1-bedroom	~$350–500	9.1–13M
Centre	2-bedroom	~$500–700	13–18.2M
North (Muong Thanh)	Studio / 1-bed	~$250–350	6.5–9.1M
North (sea view)	2-bed	~$520–600	13.5–15.6M
Vĩnh Điềm Trung	1-bed (56 m²)	~$400–500	10.4–13M
South (Lotte Mart)	Studio	~$200–280	5.2–7.3M
An Vien	Villa	~$800–2,000+	20.8–52M+
Outskirts	Studio	~$150–220	3.9–5.7M

Note: in high season (December–March) prices climb 20–30%. In summer you can haggle. The minimum lease is usually one month. For deposits, contracts and how to avoid a middleman, see the renting guide.

Utilities (on top of rent)

Monthly utility costs in Nha Trang
Item	Cost
Electricity	~4,300 VND/kWh (~$0.17)
Water	~38,000 VND/m³ (~$1.50)
Internet	~$9–10/mo
Building management	~$20/mo
Total	~$35–45/mo

Tip: don't lock in a long lease from home. Come, book an Airbnb for 3–5 days and look around on the spot. Prices agreed in person are always lower.

Nha Trang infrastructure by district

Healthcare

Medical clinics in Nha Trang
Clinic	Area	Notes	Consult
Vinmec International	South, near An Vien	English available	~100,000 VND (~$4)
VK Hospital	Centre	Dentistry + general medicine	~100,000 VND

Schooling

International schools and kindergartens in Nha Trang
Place	Type	Per month
The First Academy	School, grades 1–11	from ~$200
Kid Castle (An Vien)	School-kindergarten (English)	from ~$150
Private kindergartens (north)	Private	~$50–150

Where to find a rental

The short version: Facebook groups (search "Nha Trang apartment for rent" and "Nha Trang expats"), Airbnb for your first few days, then walk the area for "For Rent" / "Cho Thuê" signs. The full step-by-step, agencies and a viewing checklist are in the renting guide.

Street vending in Vietnam — a mobile food cart and scooters on the street — A typical Vietnamese street — vendors, scooters and everyday local life

Getting around between districts

Distances from the centre

Distances and fares from central Nha Trang
Route	Distance	Scooter	Grab
Centre → North (Oceanus)	~5 km	10–15 min	~30,000 VND (~$1.20)
Centre → An Vien	~5 km	10 min	~30,000 VND (~$1.20)
Centre → Big C / West	~3 km	8–10 min	~20,000 VND (~$0.80)
Centre → Bai Dai	~20 km	30–40 min	~120,000 VND (~$4.70)
Centre → Cam Ranh Airport	~35 km	40–50 min	300,000–400,000 VND (~$12–16)

Ways to get around

Scooter (motorbike) — the main mode of transport. Rent: ~$4–6/day or ~$50–80/mo. Living outside the centre without one is inconvenient. Note that many rentals ask for a passport and, strictly, an International Driving Permit — check your travel insurance covers riding.

Grab (the local Uber) — moto-taxis from 15,000 VND, cars cost more. Pay cash or by card in the app.

City buses — fares start at 8,000 VND (~$0.30). Bus No. 4 links the residential districts with the centre. Handy for the beachfront–north run, but the gaps between buses are long.

Tip: if you're not staying in the centre, rent a scooter. It's ~$50–80 a month, but the taxi savings pay for it within the first week.

Which district to choose — recommendations

Tran Phu bridge in Nha Trang — a view over the bay, high-rises and mountains in the background — The Trần Phú bridge and Nha Trang bay — high-rises and mountains in the background

Tourist, 1–2 weeksEverything close, no transport neededCentre

Long-stayer, 1–3 moBest value for moneyNorth (Oceanus)

Expat (6+ mo)Full infrastructure + quietNorth / An Vien

Family with kidsCalm sea, safetyAn Vien / South

Digital nomadCoworking, Wi-Fi cafésCentre

Budget long-stayerStudio from ~$150/moWest (Big C)

Tourist, 1–2 weeks

The centre (around Trần Phú). Everything close: sea, food, entertainment, tours. No transport needed. For a lazy beach holiday, go for Bãi Dài (a 4–5★ resort).

Long-stayer, 1–3 months

North (Muong Thanh Oceanus). Studio from ~$250/mo, a clean beach 3 minutes away, quiet. Or Vĩnh Điềm Trung — more modern housing, but you'll commute to the beach.

Expat (6+ months)

North — affordable and comfortable, with the essentials nearby. An Vien — if your budget is from ~$800/mo and you prioritise safety and a calm sea for kids.

Family with kids

An Vien — a calm, waveless sea, gated grounds, an international kindergarten. Pricier, but calmer. South (Lotte Mart) — the budget alternative: quiet, safe, Louisiana beach nearby.

Safety

Nha Trang is a safe city. According to Numbeo (a crowd-sourced index), the safety index is above 60 out of 100. The main nuisances are pickpockets near the bars on Biệt Thự after 22:00 and pushy taxi drivers in the centre.

The safest areas are An Vien and Bai Dai (gated grounds).

FAQ

The centre (around Trần Phú) for a short holiday — everything walkable. The north (Muong Thanh Oceanus) for long stays — quiet, clean beach, expat community. An Vien for families who want a calm, safe sea. All have English-friendly services nearby.

A studio on the outskirtsfrom ~$150/mo
In the centre~$220–300
A one-bedroom in the north~$250–350
In the centre~$350–500
Villas in An Vienfrom ~$800
Plus utilities~$35–45

An Vien and Bai Dai put you right on the sand

The north1–5 minute walk
The centre5–15 minutes
The west10–15 minutescooter ride

In the centre, no — everything is on foot. Anywhere else, yes. ~$50–80/mo, and it pays for itself within a week versus taxis.

The north (Muong Thanh Oceanus) — quiet, clean beach, rent from ~$250/mo. On a tighter budget, the Big C area (studios from ~$150/mo, though farther from the sea).

Start with Facebook groups ("Nha Trang apartment for rent", "Nha Trang expats") and Airbnb for the first few days. Once here, walk the area for "For Rent" signs — in-person prices are lower.

Nha Trang bay on an overcast day: turquoise water, boats at a pier and islands on the horizon — Islands of Nha Trang bay from the beach on Hon Mun. Photo: Tony24986, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

Cost of living in Nha Trang per month

Budget (1 person)Rent + food + scooter~$515–685/mo

Comfortable (1 person)Better flat, eating out~$950–1,440/mo

Premium (1 person)Villa or sea-view apartment~$1,970–2,500+/mo

A couple can live comfortably on $750–1,000 a month. Nha Trang is one of the cheapest cities in Southeast Asia for a long-term stay.

Figures current as of April 2026. Prices vary with season and exchange rate.