Ocean Sunrise Vung Tau
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Kitchenette · 50–100 m² · Sleeps 7
from €47 night
Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Vung Tau
12 stays · 8 aparthotels and 4 serviced apartments · from €21/night
Vung Tau is a popular weekend destination for people in Ho Chi Minh City, which Wikivoyage puts about 125 km away, and its beachfront apartment blocks make aparthotels and serviced apartments a practical choice. A kitchen, a living area and space for the whole family help on a trip of several days, and longer-stay guests such as oil and gas professionals will find the same layout useful, since Wikivoyage describes the city as a major centre of Vietnam's offshore oil industry.
12 stays
Where to stay in Vung Tau
Front Beach and the centre
- first-time visitors
- sunsets
- walking
Front Beach (Bai Truoc) is a compact beach in a small bay at the southern tip of the peninsula. Wikivoyage says it sits close to the tourist centre and that Front Beach Park is where many people watch the sunset. It lists Ba Cu street as the city's centre and Do Chieu street as its food centre, and Vietnam Online says the beach is quieter than Back Beach.
Stays in or near Front Beach and the centre
- Lotus Apartment Hotel · about 400 m away
- Ocean Sunrise Vung Tau · about 800 m away
- HOTEL & APARTMENT VY VAN · about 900 m away
Back Beach
- beach
- families
- weekend breaks
Back Beach (Bai Sau) has long stretches of sand on the eastern side of the city, and Vietnam Online calls it a lively hub with hotels, restaurants, bars and beach activities. Wikivoyage says motorbike rental is especially easy to find here and that the best cycling route follows the coast along Thuy Van street.
Stays in or near Back Beach
- Stephen Luxury Apartments · about 600 m away
- THE SÓNG Apartment Vũng Tàu - ViVi Home · about 800 m away
- The Song Luxury Apartment-Livi Homestay · about 800 m away
- Dumin's Home - The Sóng Vũng Tàu · about 800 m away
Bai Dau
- quiet stays
- hiking
- day trips
Bai Dau, also called Mulberry Beach, is a small beach on the west side of Big Mountain according to Wikivoyage. Big Mountain has a hiking trail with pagodas and a Zen monastery. Staying here puts you away from the main beach strips, so you will want a ride-hailing app or your own transport to reach the centre.
Stays in or near Bai Dau
- Luxury Mermaid Seaside Condotel Vung Tau · about 600 m away
Getting around Vung Tau
From Ho Chi Minh City there are three practical routes. The first is the hydrofoil: Wikivoyage says the ferries leave from Bach Dang Pier in District 1 and land at Cau Da port on Ha Long Street, and the operator Greenlines lists a Saigon to Vung Tau service of 120 minutes. The second is the bus, with services at least hourly during the day from the Ho Chi Minh City bus stations taking around two hours according to Wikivoyage. The third is a car or taxi via the HCMC to Long Thanh to Dau Giay expressway and Highway 51, which Wikivoyage says takes roughly two hours from District 1 and is busier at weekends and public holidays.
Once in Vung Tau, Wikivoyage describes much of the city as flat and rather small. It recommends walking around Ba Cu street, Do Chieu street and the Front Beach park, and says taxis and xe om motorbike taxis are plentiful, with Grab easiest for visitors. The best cycling route follows the coast along Thuy Van, Ha Long, Quang Trung and Tran Phu streets. Bicycle rental is not abundant but can be found in some hostels at Back Beach.
Living in Vung Tau for longer
Vung Tau has a settled expatriate and professional community, and Wikivoyage describes Japanese, Korean and Russian shops and eateries in the downtown area and says the expatriate community has brought Italian, Mexican, American and Indian influences. That makes the Front Beach area, close to the centre, the most convenient base for everyday shopping and eating. Back Beach is more oriented towards beach holidays.
Because the city is only about two hours from Ho Chi Minh City by road or hydrofoil, it also works as a base for people who work in the larger city on some days. See our Ho Chi Minh City page and the relocation guide, or browse the wider Vietnam listings.
When to visit Vung Tau
Wikivoyage describes a savanna climate with two seasons: a dry season from November to April, which it calls ideal for hiking and which includes the Tet holiday period, and a rainy season from May to October with rain usually falling in the afternoon and very hot, humid days. It suggests the rainy season is good for the beach.
Vietnam Online advises that weekdays are calmer than weekends, with Sunday afternoons attracting thousands of visitors, so a midweek stay will usually feel more relaxed on the beaches and roads.
The city sits on a peninsula, with Front Beach in a small bay at the southern tip and the long Back Beach on the eastern side. Since June 2025 Vung Tau has been a ward of Ho Chi Minh City following the national administrative reorganisation, according to Wikipedia, though most visitors still think of it as a separate seaside destination. If you want to compare formats first, read aparthotel versus hotel.
Long-stay tips for Vung Tau
Of the 12 properties here, 3 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 3 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 5 include some form of housekeeping and 4 have a 24-hour front desk. For longer stays, the facts box on each property page shows exactly what the apartments include.
8 properties list a full kitchen and 4 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.
Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 45 m².
Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.
Aparthotel prices in Vung Tau
We checked prices for 4 properties on 7 October 2026 (2 adults, 2 nights, about two weeks ahead). The lowest "from" price was €21 per night, the median €30 and the highest €47. The cheapest at that time was TDMAISON. Prices change daily, so use the search box for your own dates.
Other cities in Vietnam
Planning a longer trip? See aparthotels in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, Hai Phong, Phan Thiet and Da Lat.
| Price per night (from) | Properties |
|---|---|
| €20–€29 | 2 |
| €30–€39 | 1 |
| €40–€49 | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
How do I get from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau?
You can take the hydrofoil from Bach Dang Pier in District 1, a bus from one of the city's bus stations, or a car via the Long Thanh to Dau Giay expressway and Highway 51. Each takes roughly two hours according to Wikivoyage and Greenlines.
Which beach is better in Vung Tau, Front Beach or Back Beach?
Front Beach is a compact beach in a small bay close to the centre and is popular for sunsets. Back Beach is longer with more hotels, restaurants and beach activities.
When is the best time to visit Vung Tau?
The dry season runs from November to April, and the rainy season from May to October, usually with afternoon rain. Weekdays are quieter than weekends in any season.
Is Vung Tau part of Ho Chi Minh City now?
According to Wikipedia, Vung Tau became a ward of Ho Chi Minh City on 16 June 2025 after the national administrative reorganisation, when Ba Ria-Vung Tau province was merged into the city.
How many aparthotels are there in Vung Tau?
We currently list 12 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Vung Tau.
How much does an aparthotel in Vung Tau cost?
On 7 October 2026, "from" prices ranged from €21 to €47 per night, with a median of €30.
Do aparthotels in Vung Tau have kitchens?
12 of the 12 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.
Which aparthotels in Vung Tau have a washing machine?
3 properties list an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.
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