An Bang Beach at a glance
An Bang Beach lies about 5 km (3 mi) from the Old Town of Hoi An and about 30 km (19 mi) from the center of Da Nang. These are rough distances without a defined starting point. Local listings place the beach in Hoi An Tay, part of Da Nang city.
The beach has shaded sun loungers, huts, hammocks, restaurants and beach bars, among them Shore Club and DeckHouse. No prices for loungers or umbrellas are published, so ask what a lounger costs and whether a drink or meal is expected before you settle in. The coast has seen erosion and construction in 2025 and 2026, so the state of the sand varies. See the sections below before you plan a swim.
How to get to An Bang Beach
No direct bus stop at the beach is confirmed, so do not plan around one.
By bicycle
A listed option from the Old Town. The distance is about 5 km (3 mi). Ask your hotel about a bike and a safe route, especially after rain.
By e-buggy
Local listings name the electric buggy as an option. Agree the fare before you board.
By car or transfer
A taxi, Grab or a transfer from your hotel also works. Availability varies. For the bigger picture of getting around, see our Da Nang to Hoi An page.
Hoi An tours with beach and coast stops
Guided trips around Hoi An, including coast and countryside options, with live prices and availability.
Erosion and coastal works in 2026
The coast near Hoi An has been affected by erosion. A report updated on October 3, 2026 describes an emergency in November 2025, with damage that included the bathing area at An Bang. Coastal protection works began on May 20, 2026.
As of September 18, 2026, about 75 percent of the concrete cladding was finished on the stretch next to An Bang, with a target date before November 30, 2026. At the Cua Dai bathing area the cladding was done and the path on top of the wall was still being built. A target date is not proof that the work is finished.
Do not read this as "all beaches are closed" or "everything is back to normal". Local portals from April 2026 describe the beaches recovering, and the later report describes construction and limits. Conditions can differ from one stretch to the next, so check on the day.
When to go to An Bang
A local tourism listing recommends March to August. The table shows monthly averages for the Da Nang station (1991–2020), the closest long-term climate record, not readings for An Bang. Weather, currents and local closures come before any general season advice.
| Month | High °C (°F) | Low °C (°F) | Rain mm (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| March | 28.4 (83) | 22.1 (72) | 36 (1.4) |
| April | 30.9 (88) | 24.0 (75) | 50 (2.0) |
| May | 33.4 (92) | 25.4 (78) | 71 (2.8) |
| June | 34.9 (95) | 26.3 (79) | 68 (2.7) |
| July | 34.4 (94) | 26.0 (79) | 92 (3.6) |
| August | 34.0 (93) | 25.8 (78) | 167 (6.6) |
September, October and November are much wetter: the same record shows 394, 658 and 486 mm. More detail is on our Hoi An weather page.
Swimming safety at An Bang
Advice from the Da Nang authorities, as reported in the local press on October 2, 2026, is to swim only in guarded, limited bathing zones, to follow warning and prohibition signs and the instructions of lifeguards, and to stay out of the water in bad weather, dangerous currents or when supervision has ended. There is no confirmed nationwide or year-round swimming ban.
That report covers Da Nang's tourist beaches in general. Do not assume its lifeguard hours apply to An Bang or Cua Dai. Look for flags and staff on the beach and ask a local beach business what is allowed that day. Conditions can change quickly.
Cua Dai Beach
Cua Dai lies about 5 km (3 mi) east of the Old Town, at the mouth of the Thu Bon River in Hoi An Dong. It is also the starting area for boat trips toward the Cham Islands. The beach and the boat harbor are not exactly the same place, so check where your boat leaves from.
Both beaches have seen coastal works in 2026, as described above. For a quieter day away from the coast, cycling tours around Hoi An are covered by Cam Thanh, and beaches in other parts of Vietnam are covered on Nha Trang. Back in town, read about the Hoi An Ancient Town or where to stay in Hoi An.
An Bang Beach: frequently asked questions
How far is An Bang Beach from Hoi An?
About 5 km (3 mi) from the Old Town. The distance is approximate, without a defined starting point.
How do I get from Hoi An to An Bang Beach?
By bicycle, e-buggy, taxi, Grab or hotel transfer. Do not count on a direct bus to the beach.
Is it safe to swim at An Bang?
Swim only in guarded zones, follow signs and lifeguards, and stay out in bad weather or strong currents. There is no confirmed blanket swimming ban, but conditions change.
How much do sun beds cost?
No prices are published. Ask before you sit down and find out whether a drink or meal is expected.
Is An Bang affected by erosion?
Yes. A report describes an emergency in November 2025 and coastal protection works since May 20, 2026. Conditions differ along the shore.
What is the difference between An Bang and Cua Dai?
Both are about 5 km from the Old Town. Cua Dai is at the Thu Bon mouth and is the departure area for Cham Islands boats. An Bang is known for its beach restaurants and loungers.