Long Hai is a quieter, less developed beach town about 30 minutes past Vung Tau, popular with Saigon residents for weekend escapes precisely because it avoids the crowds and built-up shoreline of Vung Tau proper. The coastline is rockier in places with small coves, and a scattering of mid-range and upscale resorts has grown up along it without the dense hotel strip found in Vung Tau.
| Distance | Approximately 120 km / 2.5-3 hours by car from Ho Chi Minh City |
|---|---|
| Getting there | Private car or bus via Highway 51 and coastal road; no direct hydrofoil, best reached by road |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Best season | March-September |
| Address | Long Hai Town, Long Dien District, Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province |
Amenities
- Beach resorts (including higher-end options like Anantara-style villas nearby)
- Quieter shoreline than Vung Tau
- Local seafood restaurants
Good to know
- Best for
- Weekend getaways, couples, travelers wanting fewer crowds
- Water
- Generally calm with some rockier coves
- Facilities
- Resorts, Local restaurants, Limited public facilities compared to Vung Tau
Location
Long Hai Town, Long Dien District, Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province
10.3897, 107.2481 View on map
Highlights
- Quieter, less crowded coastline than Vung Tau
- Small rocky coves alongside sandy stretches
- Popular weekend retreat for Saigon locals
Tips for visiting
- No direct hydrofoil service; a private car or booked transfer is the most practical way to arrive
- Best treated as an overnight or weekend trip rather than a rushed day trip given the longer drive
- Resorts here tend to be quieter and more spread out than Vung Tau's beach hotels
When to visit
Weekday or off-peak weekend visits for the quietest experience
Accessibility
Some rocky sections; sandy areas are generally flat and accessible