Comprehensive Travel Guide: Friendly House Homestay Ninh Thuận

Ninh Thuận, Vietnam’s sun-drenched southern coastal province, is best known for its raw desert landscapes, turquoise bays, and slow-paced village life far from the crowded tourist hubs of Nha Trang and Da Nang. For travelers seeking an authentic, low-key base to explore the region, Friendly House Homestay delivers exactly what its name promises: warm hospitality, clean comfortable accommodation, and a home-away-from-home vibe that puts you right in the heart of local life.

Hotel Overview

Tucked in the quiet village of Thôn My An at 41 Trần Đại Nghĩa, Friendly House Homestay balances affordability and comfort for solo backpackers, couples, and small families alike. Each room is outfitted with all the essentials for a relaxing coastal stay: crisp linen sheets, a wardrobe to store your belongings, air conditioning to beat Ninh Thuận’s signature year-round heat, and a flat-screen TV for quiet evenings. The en-suite shower room comes with complimentary toiletries, a bidet, hair dryer, towels, and slippers, while in-room amenities include an electric kettle for morning tea or coffee and a mini-fridge to keep drinks and local fruit cool. Free Wi-Fi works reliably across the property, and free private parking is available for guests renting motorbikes, no advance reservation required. The entire property is smoke-free, and hosts speak both English and Vietnamese, making check-in and local recommendations seamless for international visitors. Best of all, the homestay has direct access to a quiet, uncrowded private beach, so you can step out your door and onto golden sand in minutes.

Local Attractions

No trip to Ninh Thuận is complete without a visit to Vịnh Vĩnh Hy (Vinh Hy Bay), just 30 minutes from the homestay. This sheltered crescent bay is ringed by granite rock formations and turquoise water, perfect for kayaking, snorkeling, or joining a local fishing boat to spot wild dolphins. The nearby hiking trails through Ninh Chữ National Park offer sweeping views over the bay, with plenty of stops to sample fresh grilled seafood at family-run stalls on the shore. For a taste of Ninh Thuận’s unique arid landscapes, head to Nam Cát Desert, 40 minutes from the homestay. This small patch of red sand dunes is far less crowded than the deserts of Mui Ne, and you can try sandboarding, catch a golden sunrise over the dunes, or ride a camel through the dunes to watch the light shift over the surrounding rocky hills. Finally, visit Po Klong Garai Cham Temple, a 10th-century Hindu temple complex built by the ancient Cham Empire, just 15 minutes from the homestay. Perched on a low hill, the red brick towers feature intricate stone carvings, and the site hosts the annual Kate Festival, a vibrant celebration of Cham culture held every fall.

Travel Tips

Rent a motorbike in nearby Phan Rang to get around Ninh Thuận most affordably — the homestay’s free parking makes this easy, and most main roads are well-paved. Pack strong sunscreen and a reusable water bottle: Ninh Thuận is one of Vietnam’s sunniest provinces, and temperatures can climb above 35°C (95°F) from March to August. For dinner, walk 5 minutes from the homestay to the My An village market to try banh canh Ninh Thuận, thick crab noodle soup, and fresh grilled squid caught that morning by local fishermen. Book your room at least two weeks in advance during peak season (June to August) to secure your spot, especially if you want a room with a beach view.