Thanh Van Hotel

78 Trần Hưng Đạo, Phường Minh An, Hội An, Quảng Nam

A kilometer from the bus station, this low-key hotel in historic Hoi An Ancient Town is 5 minutes’ walk from the iconic Japanese Bridge and Cau Chua Pagoda, and a 9-minute walk from water puppet shows at the Hoi An Traditional Art Performance Theatre.

Simple, colorful rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screens and desks, plus minifridges, and tea and coffeemakers. Most have interior-facing windows; some offer wood-beamed ceilings. Family rooms sleep 3 people. Upgraded rooms add pool or city views.

Bus station pick-up is complimentary. There’s an open-air courtyard with a pool, as well as a relaxed restaurant serving regional and Western fare.