Accommodation Scams in Hanoi, Vietnam
Fake listings, bait-and-switch hotels, ghost rentals, and check-in fraud. Below are the accommodation scams scams reported in Hanoi — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Ho Chi Minh City, Kuala Lumpur, and Vang Vieng.
Last updated: April 7, 2026
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Accommodation Scams Scams
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Total in Hanoi
How it works
Fraudulent websites and Facebook pages impersonate legitimate Hanoi hotels by copying their names, logos, and photos. Victims pay deposits or full amounts via personal bank accounts or e-wallets, only to arrive and find no reservation exists or the property does not match. The Vietnam National Authority of Tourism flagged this as one of the fastest-growing fraud categories in 2024, with losses of billions of VND reported nationally.
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16 total warnings across all categories