Quy Nhon · Vietnam
Life's A Beach
Bed bug reports
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Possible Hostelworld
BEWARE! Since there’s nothing in the area + drivers in the area don’t come there, they charge ridiculous pricing for motorbike (200k/day, usu 150) to food (160k/dinner, 80k usu) to transportation (500k to the airport is truly egregious). Sand and bugs in the bed. NO CURTAINS! Also the bathroom is located far from the beds so it’s horrible when raining. DO NOT RECOMMEND.
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Confirmed Google Maps
Our experience was cut short because after one night of staying there, we noticed the pattern of bed bugs on our legs. Which is a shame because we enjoyed the company of other guests staying and the staff. There were no other rooms available for us to move to (apart from a tent, which we weren’t keen on as we had bites all over our legs) so we were asked to pay full price for our one night stay as we left to travel to another hotel. We have since had to have all our clothes laundered, the manager of life’s a beach was not forthcoming in his offer to pay for anything like that. He just said he thought it was sand flies and that he can’t see anything in the mattress. When we initially mentioned it we were met with firm denial at the existence of bed bugs, even though the manager told us on the first night that someone has complained about bed bugs in the past. We noticed the relationship shifted from very friendly, to one where we weren’t given any proactive help or kindness, and felt they wanted us gone asap. I couldn’t recommend this accommodation in good faith to anyone.
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Vibe Analysis
Life's A Beach sits right by the sea outside Quy Nhon, with a private beachfront, wide water views, and a setting that suits slow days by the coast more than city wandering. Some rooms, tents, and bungalows look out toward the water, and the bar area is part of the draw. Evenings can be very social. There is family dinner most nights, plus games and other organized activities, and a guitar is available to use. The mood is relaxed and easy to join, but there is also room to keep to yourself. A few spaces can get hot, especially where there is no air conditioning, and the food and drinks on site can feel pricey. Transport is useful because the property is far from town, and some shared areas seem worn in places.
Signals to check
- The property is far from town, so transport is useful.
- Food and drinks on site can feel pricey, and the menu can be limited.
- A few rooms can get hot without air conditioning.
- A recent stay raised bed bug concerns, so that is worth checking if you are sensitive.