Top 5 best motorcycle rentals in Hoi An

If someday you will be in Hoi An, Vietnam, do not think that your only options for getting around are walking and the local buses. You can always rent a motorcycle in Hoi An on our website and explore this riverside town and its surroundings at your own pace — drifting through the lantern-lit lanes of the Ancient Town at dusk, riding out to An Bang Beach for the morning, or climbing north toward the Hai Van Pass. A motorcycle is by far the best way to see beyond the old town walls, where rice paddies, fishing villages and quiet coast roads open up within minutes. On this page you will find a full guide to motorcycle rental in Hoi An.

Hoi An itself is small and largely pedestrianised at its historic core, but a motorcycle earns its keep the moment you leave the Ancient Town behind. The surrounding countryside is flat, scenic and easy riding, and everything from the beaches to the mountains is close enough for a half-day loop. Few places in Vietnam reward a rider with so much variety in such a short radius.

Top 10 things to see in Hoi An by motorcycle

1. Hoi An Ancient Town — the UNESCO-listed old quarter of merchant houses and lantern-strung streets; park at the edge and walk in.
2. Japanese Covered Bridge — the town’s 400-year-old symbol, small but unmissable, right in the heart of the old quarter.
3. An Bang Beach — a relaxed sandy beach a short ride from the centre, good for a swim and a seafood lunch.
4. Tra Que Vegetable Village — a working herb-and-vegetable village on the edge of town, easy to reach and pleasant to wander.
5. Cua Dai Beach — a quieter stretch of coast east of An Bang, good for a slower ride along the shore.
6. My Son Sanctuary — ancient Cham temple ruins in a jungle valley about an hour’s ride inland, a proper half-day trip.
7. Cam Thanh Coconut Village (Bay Mau) — a water-coconut wetland known for its round basket boats, just south of town.
8. Hai Van Pass approach — head north toward Da Nang and the foot of one of Vietnam’s most scenic coastal climbs.
9. Marble Mountains — limestone hills with caves and pagodas on the road toward Da Nang, worth the detour.
10. Thu Bon River villages — ride the back lanes along the river past rice fields and small pottery and carpentry villages.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Hoi An?

Required documents vary between rental companies, but common rules are as follows: you should be at least 18 years old; for engines up to 125cc an A1 licence is usually expected, while larger motorcycles call for a full A-class licence. Foreign visitors should carry an International Driving Permit (IDP) together with their home licence — strictly, a Vietnamese-recognised motorcycle licence is required to ride legally, so check the terms of the specific provider on the booking page. Most companies also ask for a deposit, paid in cash or by card and refunded when you return the motorcycle in good condition.

How much does it cost to rent a motorcycle in Hoi An?

Motorcycle rental in Hoi An starts from around 650,000 VND per day for a mid-size machine and runs up to roughly 1,100,000–1,350,000 VND per day for a bigger or newer model. What you pay depends on the engine size and, importantly, on the time of year. Prices in Hoi An follow a fairly clear seasonal pattern:

• February–August (high/dry season) — clear skies and calm seas, the busiest and priciest stretch of the year.
• September–December (low/rainy season) — frequent rain and occasional flooding of the Ancient Town, quieter for tourism, and the best time for a lower daily rate.

Within any season, weekends and Vietnamese public holidays are the real peak — that is when the cheapest bikes sell out first and prices edge up. Book a few days ahead to lock in the best rate.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Hoi An?

The dry season, from February to August, is the most pleasant time to ride, with sunny days and calm coastal roads, peaking with the summer holiday crowds in June and July. The wet season runs from September to December, when the Thu Bon River can rise and flood parts of the Ancient Town after heavy rain — roads inland and to the beaches are usually still ridable, but it is worth checking local conditions. If you want the best weather, aim for spring or early summer; if you want the best price and don’t mind the occasional downpour, the autumn months are kinder to your wallet.

Local traffic rules

In Vietnam you ride on the right-hand side of the road. A helmet is compulsory for both rider and passenger, and the police do enforce it, including at checkpoints near the Ancient Town. Speed limits in built-up areas are typically 40–50 km/h, rising on the open roads outside town. There is effectively zero tolerance for drink-driving. Traffic in Hoi An is far calmer than in Vietnam’s big cities, but the historic centre has pedestrian-only zones and narrow lanes where you should walk your bike. Ride defensively, keep your lights on, and give way to pedestrians and cyclists in the old quarter.

Types of motorcycles available

On our website you can rent the following types of motorcycles: cruiser, sport, touring, naked, adventure or dual-sport, enduro, semi-automatic, classic or retro, chopper, trail.

Models of motorcycles available

On our website you can hire motorcycles from the following manufacturers: Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki, BMW, Ducati, Triumph, KTM, Harley-Davidson, Royal Enfield, Aprilia, Benelli, SYM, Kymco, Piaggio.

Which insurance is provided with my rental motorcycle?

Usually basic third-party insurance is included in the rental price. If you wish to have more protection you can purchase additional CDW insurance, which limits your risk to the amount of your deposit. If you wish to rent a motorcycle without a deposit and with zero risk, you will need to add full insurance to your reservation.

Extra services available

When you make an online motorcycle reservation you can also order the following extra services and equipment: integral helmet, GPS navigation, intercom, unlimited mileage, top case, side cases, boots, jacket, gloves, individual guide or tour, map, full insurance, one-way rental, delivery to your hotel, delivery to the Da Nang airport.

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Most of our motorcycle rentals in Hoi An have many years of experience and will provide you with a well-kept bike, helmet, lock, top case, GPS, insurance and friendly service. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a motorcycle in Hoi An, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!