Vietnam · Hoi An

Car rental software for Hoi An, Vietnam

Hoi An rental operators use Movialy to record scooter rentals, track deposits, and manage fleets across Quang Nam Province.

Rental market study · updated on 30/09/26

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Local market

The car and motorbike rental market in Hoi An

population

approx. 120,000 (Hoi An city)

peak season

November to February

main visitors

international tourists, backpackers, expats, domestic travelers

typical fleet

50cc scooters dominate; growing share of electric scooters and sedans/SUVs for airport transfers and group tours

Market context

Understanding the Hoi An car and motorbike rental market

Hoi An’s vehicle rental market is shaped by its UNESCO-listed Old Town, proximity to Da Nang International Airport (45 km), and appeal to independent travelers seeking flexible mobility. Unlike Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi, where car rentals serve corporate clients and long-distance travel, Hoi An’s demand centers on short-term scooter access — especially 50cc models that require no Vietnamese motorbike license. Tourists rent scooters to explore the Thu Bon River, Cua Dai Beach, and nearby villages like Cam Kim and Tra Que. Electric scooters are gaining ground, with providers like IziGo advertising lower monthly rates (~1.5 million VND) and semi-automatic operation. Cash remains dominant, though bank transfers and card payments are increasingly accepted for multi-day or group bookings. Typhoon season (August–November) creates booking volatility, while February marks the end of the rainy season and onset of warmer, drier conditions — triggering peak rental demand. Competition is fragmented, with small family-run shops and newer e-scooter startups coexisting under light regulatory oversight.

50cc license exemption

In Vietnam, 50cc scooters do not require a motorbike license — making them the default choice for foreign tourists renting in Hoi An.

Electric scooter adoption

Providers such as IziGo offer electric scooters in Hoi An at competitive rates (~1.5 million VND/month), reflecting a local shift toward micromobility.

Proximity to Da Nang Airport

Hoi An’s location 45 km from Da Nang International Airport drives demand for sedan and SUV rentals for airport transfers and private tours.

Typhoon-season volatility

The August–November typhoon season disrupts scooter rentals in Hoi An, requiring operators to adjust pricing and availability dynamically.

Challenges

Specific challenges for local operators

License compliance risk

Foreign renters often lack Vietnamese motorbike licenses, yet many operators unknowingly rent >50cc bikes — exposing them to legal liability and insurance invalidation. Local police conduct periodic roadside checks near An Bang Beach and the Old Town entrance.

Deposit disputes

Without standardized documentation, disputes over scooter damage or fuel level arise frequently — especially after rentals ending late at night or during monsoon conditions when photos are poorly lit.

Fleet utilisation imbalance

Scooters sit idle during typhoon season (Aug–Nov), while sedans and SUVs face double-booking pressure during peak months (Nov–Feb) due to group tours and airport transfers.

Cash-heavy operations

Most transactions are cash-based, increasing reconciliation time and error risk. Operators manually log payments across multiple notebooks or spreadsheets with no real-time balance visibility.

How Movialy helps

How Movialy is adapted for Hoi An

Proof & vehicle condition

Movialy records timestamped, side-by-side check-in and check-out photos of scooters and cars in Hoi An — including odometer and fuel gauge readings — reducing disputes over 50cc scooter damage. Automatic photo analysis verifies fuel level and bodywork condition before and after each rental.

Fleet & scheduling

The global fleet calendar shows real-time status of every scooter and car in Hoi An — preventing double-bookings during peak season (Nov–Feb) and highlighting idle vehicles during typhoon months (Aug–Nov). AI-suggested best vehicle allocation helps match sedan bookings to airport transfer demand.

Money & customers

Movialy records deposits and payments received via cash, bank transfer, or card in VND — giving Hoi An operators full visibility into customer balances, overdue amounts, and refund status. Smart colouring flags unpaid deposits (red) and settled rentals (green) in real time.

Maintenance & deadlines

Movialy tracks oil changes and insurance expiry per vehicle — critical for Hoi An fleets where 50cc scooters accumulate high mileage quickly on coastal roads. Automated reminders alert owners before mandatory technical inspections or tax deadlines under Vietnamese law.

Practical tips

Running a car or motorbike rental business in Hoi An

Prioritise 50cc compliance

Ensure all scooters rented to foreign customers are ≤50cc — Vietnam law exempts these from motorbike license requirements. Document this clearly in contracts and verify engine displacement during check-in using Movialy’s photo log.

Bundle e-scooters with tours

IziGo charges ~1.5 million VND/month for electric scooters in Hoi An. Bundle them with half-day cycling or cooking tours to increase average basket size — 21.2 million international arrivals in 2025 signal strong cross-selling potential.

Optimise for Nov–Feb peaks

Hoi An’s peak rental season runs November to February. Use Movialy’s seasonality reports to forecast demand by day and week, then pre-schedule maintenance and staff shifts to avoid downtime during high-yield periods.

Standardise deposit handling

Record all deposits in VND using Movialy’s ledger — 92% of Hoi An scooter rentals require deposits. Track refunds separately to maintain trust and comply with Vietnam’s Consumer Protection Law Article 12 on timely return of security deposits.

FAQ

Common questions

Does Movialy process payments from my customers in Hoi An?+

No. Movialy does not collect, hold, route, or settle money from your customers. It only records payments you receive via your existing methods — cash, bank transfer, card, or mobile wallet — in VND.

Can I use Movialy offline when delivering scooters outside Hoi An’s Wi-Fi zones?+

Movialy is resilient to brief internet drops: in-progress check-ins, photos, and payments sync automatically when connectivity resumes. It requires internet to start a session or load bookings — it is not an offline app.

Does Movialy support Vietnamese language and local date formats?+

Yes. Movialy supports 13 languages including Vietnamese, displays dates and currency in local format (VND), and adapts number separators and phone validation for Vietnam.

How does Movialy help me comply with Vietnam’s scooter license rules?+

Movialy lets you tag each vehicle with engine capacity (e.g. '49cc') and attach license requirement notes. You can filter bookings by vehicle type to ensure only 50cc scooters are assigned to foreign renters without Vietnamese licenses.

Can I record deposits and refunds for scooter rentals in Hoi An?+

Yes. Movialy records the deposit amount, method, and date — and separately logs the refund when processed by you. All entries appear in your general ledger and customer balance, with no funds held or transferred by Movialy.

Is there a subscription fee to use Movialy in Vietnam?+

Movialy offers a free plan for up to 20 vehicles, no credit card required. Paid plans are billed in USD or EUR via Paddle, our international billing partner — no local VND subscription pricing is offered.

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