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How to get there
Where to stay
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Ha Long travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ha Long

With a population of 148.066, Ha Long is the largest city in Quang Ninh, Vietnam by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Ha Long has to offer.

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When to visit Ha Long

Ha Long in April
Estimated hotel price
$45
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ha Long in April
Estimated hotel price
$45
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ha Long

Plane

When flying to Ha Long, you’ll arrive at Ha Long Van Don Intl (VDO), which is located 40 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Ha Long from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 30h 45m.

Train

The train station in Ha Long is called Ha Long Ha Long Railway Station, and is located 7 km from the city center.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Ha Long Cuong Lan Bus - Ha Long - Bai Chay, located 2.5 km from downtown Ha Long. Ha Long Ninh Quynh - Ha Long - Ha Khau is also a commonly used station, and is 9 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Ha Long, you’ll arrive at Ha Long Van Don Intl (VDO), which is located 40 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Ha Long from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 30h 45m.

Train

The train station in Ha Long is called Ha Long Ha Long Railway Station, and is located 7 km from the city center.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Ha Long Cuong Lan Bus - Ha Long - Bai Chay, located 2.5 km from downtown Ha Long. Ha Long Ninh Quynh - Ha Long - Ha Khau is also a commonly used station, and is 9 km from the city center.

Airports near Ha Long

VDOHa Long Van Don Intl
HPHHaiphong Catbi
HANHanoi Noibai

Airlines serving Ha Long

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,697 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,659 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,031 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,154 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,843 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,079 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,143 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,702 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,463 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,361 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,635 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,126 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,429 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,669 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,111 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ha Long

From 5-star hotels such as the The Watson Premium Halong Hotel to great affordable options like the Vincent Halong Hotel, Ha Long offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $47 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $162 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Ha Long, with prices from $7 to $651 per night. Bai Chay is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Ha Long are about 397% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ha Long

Most booked hotels in Ha Long

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The Watson Premium Halong Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1098 reviews)
$45+
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Ha Long Bay
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 159 reviews)
$49+
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Vinpearl Resort & Spa Ha Long
5 stars
Excellent (9, 1557 reviews)
$80+
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Flc Halong Bay Golf Club & Luxury Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1376 reviews)
$45+
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Renting a car in Ha Long

Expect to pay $2.80 per gallon in Ha Long (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $33.61 and $44.82.

Expect to pay $2.80 per gallon in Ha Long (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $33.61 and $44.82.