Living in Hoi An vs Da Nang in 2026 (Pros and Cons)

A detailed comparison of living in Hoi An versus Da Nang, based on the creator's personal experience after relocating from the city to a riverside house in Hoi An. The video covers practical downsides of Hoi An, including flood risks (up to 2 meters of water in late 2025), high humidity (90%), insect and wildlife intrusions, less stable power grid, and higher prices for restaurants and Grab rides due to less competition. Upsides include a quieter natural environment with rice paddies and beaches, a spacious two-bedroom house for $600/month with a supportive landlord, lower traffic and better walkability, and a friendlier local community. The beach comparison favors Hoi An's emptier Cua Dai Beach over Da Nang's patrolled but crowded My Khe. The crowd in Hoi An tends to be from the Americas, Oceania, or Western Europe, while Da Nang has more Korean, Chinese, Indian tourists, and Russian digital nomads. The video is aimed at expats or long-term residents weighing relocation options in Central Vietnam.

Key Facts

1. $600 per month for a 2-bedroom house in Hoi An
2. Up to 2 meters of flood water in Hoi An during late 2025
3. 90% humidity 90% of the time in Hoi An
4. 40-45 minute drive from Hoi An to Da Nang airport
5. Custom suit in Hoi An costs $150 to $400