Hotel
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An
A beachfront resort of 100 private villas on Ha My Beach, inspired by traditional Vietnamese architecture, with a cooking academy and an award-winning spa.
Little Riverside Hoi An
A small riverside hotel near the Ancient Town, styled after old Faifo with yellow walls and timber, offering suites, a pool, a spa and a waterfront restaurant.
At a glance
- Type
- Boutique riverside hotel and spa
- Area
- Riverside, Hoi An, Vietnam
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
- Official site
- lhaghotels.com
Good to know
- River-view suites
- Pool
- Ozone Spa
- Sauna
- Waterfront restaurant
Why we recommend it
Little Riverside describes itself as a little luxury hotel and spa, and it is a smaller, characterful alternative to the large resorts, close to the Ancient Town. It sits along the river at 09 Phan Boi Chau Street and is run by Little Hoi An Group, a local company that operates several hotels and the Little Faifo restaurant in town.
The design draws on the golden era of Faifo, the old name for the trading port, with sun-washed yellow walls, warm timber details and lantern light reflected in the water. The suites use traditional Hoi An design and accents, so the hotel feels connected to the town rather than generic.
All the standard suites measure 46 square metres. Little Suite Town has a balcony facing the town, Little Suite River has a balcony overlooking the river, and Little Suite Garden has garden views, a private balcony and room for up to three guests. The 92-square-metre Connecting Suite works for families or small groups. The river-view suites are the obvious choice if you want to watch boats and evening lanterns from your room.
Facilities are generous for a boutique hotel. There is a swimming pool with a poolside terrace for drinks and light meals, and the Ozone Spa offers Thai body massages, facials and manicures, with a fitness centre and sauna as well. Traders Waterfront Restaurant serves Hoi An-style dishes with river views and an extensive drinks list, and there is a lobby lounge for a quieter drink.
The location is the main selling point. Being near the Ancient Town means you can walk to the heritage sites, the market and riverside restaurants, then return for a swim in the heat of the day. The hotel also makes a good base for trips to My Son, the Marble Mountains and the beaches, all of which can be reached by car from town.
Little Riverside suits couples and families who want comfort and character within easy reach of the old town. The hotel publishes a phone number and email address for direct enquiries, and if views matter to you, ask for a river-facing balcony when you book.
Little Riverside Hoi An FAQs
Where is Little Riverside?
At 09 Phan Boi Chau Street, along the river near the Ancient Town.
What size are the rooms?
The standard suites are 46 square metres, and the Connecting Suite is 92 square metres.
Is there a pool?
Yes, with a poolside terrace for drinks and light bites.
Is there a spa?
Yes, the Ozone Spa offers massages, facials and manicures, and there is a fitness centre with a sauna.
What is the restaurant?
Traders Waterfront Restaurant, serving Hoi An-style dishes with river views.
Which rooms have river views?
The Little Suite River category has balconies overlooking the river.
How do you contact the hotel?
Phone +84 235 3 575 555 or email [email protected].