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Finding and Choosing Accommodation: how it works in Vietnam — first-hand

Short answer
Avoid renting accommodation remotely to prevent scams and discrepancies, and instead book a temporary stay for up to one week upon arrival. To find long-term rentals, visit properties in person, use local platforms like chotot.vn, or contact apartment complex managers directly.

From real experience

When choosing between Nha Trang and Da Nang for extended stays, consider that Da Nang is perceived by some as more 'stuffy' and expensive compared to other Vietnamese cities like Dalat or Nha Trang itself.
While Nha Trang offers a good balance, Da Nang's accommodation prices can be high, especially for short-term rentals. If visa runs are a consideration, Dalat might pose logistical challenges for frequent trips. For longer stays (e.g., visa duration), finding affordable monthly rentals around 15,000 RUB (approximately 4.5 million VND) might be possible, but prices in Da Nang are generally higher.
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Renting apartments for a one-month stay in Vietnam can be challenging due to deposit issues and additional utility costs.
Hotels are a more accessible option, but it's important to verify Wi-Fi quality for remote work. Apartment hotels offer a compromise between hotel and apartment living but tend to be more expensive. For finding long-term rentals, exploring Facebook groups or directly inquiring at apartment complexes is recommended, avoiding upfront payments to unknown individuals.
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To find long-term (3-12 months) accommodation in Vietnam beyond social media groups: 1. Use Google Maps to identify target residential buildings/neighborhoods.
2. Contact the property managers directly via the phone numbers listed on maps using WhatsApp. 3. Physically visit areas to spot 'for rent' signs, as many local apartments are not listed on digital aggregators.
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Advise against renting apartments in Vietnam remotely.
Recommend booking a temporary stay (e.g., 1 week) via platforms like Booking.com or Airbnb upon arrival. Suggest using local resources like chotot.vn, Facebook groups (Marketplace), and contacting apartment complex managers. Warn against pre-payment to unknown parties.
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Long-term rental strategy in Vietnam: Book a hotel for 3-7 days upon arrival, then scout apartments in person.
Avoid online prepayments due to high scam risks. Average price for a 2-bedroom apartment in Da Nang ranges from 12 to 15+ million VND depending on the district. Always inspect utility meters and record the condition of the property at move-in.
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Long-term rental bookings from abroad in Vietnam are unreliable due to discrepancies between online photos and physical properties.
It is recommended to book temporary accommodation for 3-5 days upon arrival and use Facebook Marketplace to find local realtors, who typically charge commission to landlords, not tenants.
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Suggest local platforms for finding long-term accommodation in Phan Thiet/Mui Ne, Vietnam, specifically mentioning 'chotot.vn' as a Vietnamese equivalent to Avito.
Advise users to utilize such platforms for various rental needs, including villas and potentially motorbike rentals if direct contacts are lost.
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