Little Riverside, A Luxury Hotel and Spa, is a central Hoi An hotel with a loyal following, rated around 9.8 out of 10 by close to five hundred guests. It sits in the city centre about 0.5 miles from the Ancient Town and close to the Hoai River, so the lanterns, the night market and the river boats are within walking distance. Facilities include a pool, a courtyard, a restaurant and a spa with a hot tub, steam room and sauna, with breakfast included in many rates. It sits between a boutique guesthouse and a resort in feel, with a comfortable level of service and a strong sense of place.
Location and getting around
Central and walkable. The old quarter and the river are a short stroll, which makes it easy to go back to the room in the afternoon heat and return for the evening. The beach is a short taxi or bike ride. If you want a place you can walk to everything without sacrificing facilities, this is a strong option. As in any central location, the evenings can be busy outside, so request a quieter room if needed.
The facilities
The pool and courtyard give you somewhere to rest between walks, and the spa, with its hot tub, steam room and sauna, is more extensive than many hotels in the same price bracket. The restaurant handles breakfast and meals. Rooms are well-reviewed for comfort, and it is worth asking for a room away from the street. Compare categories and check whether breakfast and airport transfers are included in your rate.
A useful way to use a hotel like this is as a base for slow days. Take a morning walk through the old quarter before the crowds, return for the pool or the sauna at midday, and head out again at dusk when the lanterns come on. If you are planning tailor fittings, the central position makes the repeat visits to shops easy, and the front desk can usually recommend reliable shops and book classes or transfers for you.
Who it suits and what to know: couples and small groups who want the old town on the doorstep and a spa to return to. Families can use the pool, though the hotel is more adult in feel. Rates rise in the dry months and around holidays, and the best rooms go early.
This guide was written on 7 November 2026, in central Vietnam's wet season, when heavy rain and river flooding can affect the old town and the lanes around many hotels, so ask the hotel about road access and airport transfers, and check the cancellation terms before you pay.
Why stay here
- ✓Pool
- ✓Courtyard
- ✓Restaurant
- ✓Spa
- ✓Hot tub
- ✓Steam room and sauna
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Central riverside location
Good questions
How close is Little Riverside to the old town?+
About 0.5 miles, so most guests walk. It is close to the Hoai River and the evening lanterns.
What spa facilities does it have?+
A hot tub, steam room and sauna are listed alongside treatments, which is more than many hotels at this price offer.
Is breakfast included?+
Breakfast is listed among the hotel's amenities. Confirm what your specific rate includes when booking.
