Motorbike Rental Vietnam
Ha Noi Motorbike Rental: 10 Best Shops (2026 Guide)
Ha Noi motorbike rental is the classic way to get under the skin of Vietnam’s thousand-year-old capital — and the launchpad for the country’s greatest rides. Weave through the Old Quarter, circle West Lake at dusk, then head out to the potters of Bát Tràng, the old stone village of Đường Lâm or the Perfume Pagoda. Hà Nội is also where most travellers pick up a bike before riding the Hà Giang Loop or down to Ninh Bình. This 2026 guide lists the 10 best rental shops in Hà Nội, honest prices, the licence rules for foreigners and the routes worth planning your trip around.
Why rent a motorbike in Hà Nội?
Ha Noi motorbike rental gives you the freedom of the capital and the open road beyond it — from the tangled lanes of the Old Quarter to day-trip villages and the legendary northern loops.
Old Quarter & lakes
Weave the 36 ancient streets, ride the Hoàn Kiếm edge and circle West Lake at sunset for the city’s best cafés and pagodas.
Day-trip heritage
Reach the potters of Bát Tràng, the old stone village of Đường Lâm, the Perfume Pagoda and the ancient Cổ Loa citadel — all within a day’s ride.
Gateway to the north
Hà Nội is where most travellers pick up a bike before the Hà Giang Loop, Ninh Bình, Mai Châu or Tam Đảo.
English-friendly shops
The capital has Vietnam’s best-organised rental scene — quality touring bikes, helmets and luggage, and one-way options for long trips.
Ha Noi motorbike rental prices (2026)
Hà Nội has bikes for every budget in 2026, from cheap Old Quarter scooters to well-serviced touring machines. Expect roughly these daily rates, with discounts on multi-day and weekly hires.
| Bike type | Daily rate (2026) | Deposit | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-auto (Wave, Sirius) | 100,000–150,000₫ | Passport or 1–3M₫ | City & short trips |
| Automatic (Vision, Lead, Air Blade) | 130,000–200,000₫ | Passport or 1–3M₫ | Comfort & couples |
| Manual / touring (Winner, XR150) | 200,000–400,000₫ | Passport or 2–5M₫ | The Hà Giang Loop & long tours |
| Weekly / long hire | from ≈900,000₫/week | By arrangement | Multi-week travellers |
The 10 best Ha Noi motorbike rental shops
These are the most reputable places for Ha Noi motorbike rental, from Old Quarter scooter shops to professional touring outfits. Always confirm the current rate and check the bike before you ride off.
Tigit Motorbikes
- Location: 173 Hoàng Hoa Thám, Ba Đình
- Phone: 0386 518 481
- Price: 150,000–400,000₫/day
- Best for: Well-serviced touring bikes & long trips
Gia Hưng Motorbike
- Location: 41 Ngõ Huyện, Hàng Trống, Hoàn Kiếm
- Phone: 0936 345 123
- Price: 100,000–200,000₫/day
- Best for: Cheap, central scooters by the lake
MOTOGO
- Location: Số 1 Tràng Tiền, Hoàn Kiếm (& Cầu Giấy)
- Phone: 0966 456 969
- Price: 120,000–200,000₫/day
- Best for: App booking with free delivery
Happy Zip Motorbikes
- Location: 449–451 Hồng Hà, Phúc Tân, Hoàn Kiếm
- Phone: 0924 715 678
- Price: 120,000–250,000₫/day
- Best for: A tidy fleet near the Old Quarter
AZ Motorbikes
- Location: 55, ngõ 76/35 An Dương, Tây Hồ
- Phone: 0984 916 785
- Price: 130,000–250,000₫/day
- Best for: Riders staying around West Lake
Rent A Bike Hanoi
- Location: 15 Đặng Thai Mai, Tây Hồ
- Phone: 0904 392 423
- Price: 120,000–250,000₫/day
- Best for: Friendly service and touring advice
Phùng Motorbike
- Location: 13 Ngõ Huyện, Hoàn Kiếm
- Phone: 0965 936 677
- Price: 100,000–180,000₫/day
- Best for: Simple, cheap city scooters
Hanoi Easy Rider
- Location: 6 Tô Tịch, Hoàn Kiếm
- Phone: 0975 874 987
- Price: 120,000–200,000₫/day
- Best for: Central pickup steps from Hoàn Kiếm
Motorbike For Rent Hanoi
- Location: 72 An Dương, Yên Phụ, Tây Hồ
- Phone: 0941 887 868
- Price: from 120,000₫/day
- Best for: Budget scooters with delivery
Hotel & Old Quarter delivery
- Location: Across the Old Quarter & Tây Hồ
- Phone: Ask your reception / host
- Price: ≈130,000–220,000₫/day
- Best for: The easiest option — a bike at your door
How to rent a motorbike in Ha Noi step by step
Ha Noi motorbike rental is straightforward once you know the routine. Here is how to do it right:
- Book ahead in peak season. Touring bikes for the Hà Giang Loop sell out fast from September to November, so reserve a few days early, especially for manual and semi-auto bikes.
- Bring your papers. Carry your passport, home driving licence and an International Driving Permit. Most shops take a passport photo or a cash deposit rather than the original.
- Inspect the bike. Test the brakes, lights, horn and mirrors, and photograph any scratches before you ride off — essential on an older city scooter.
- Agree the deposit. Expect a passport copy or 1–5 million₫ for a touring bike. Get the daily rate, the fuel policy and the return time written down or sent over Zalo.
- Check fuel & helmets. Bikes often leave nearly empty — fill up at the first station. Insist on two decent helmets, and ask for a phone mount and luggage straps if touring.
- Ask about one-way & tours. Several Hà Nội shops let you drop the bike in Hà Giang, Huế or Sài Gòn — perfect for a long north-to-south trip.
Licence & law for foreigners
Ride legally — Hà Nội’s streets are busy and regularly policed, with checkpoints common on the ring roads.
The best motorbike routes around Ha Noi
West Lake & Old Quarter loop
Circle Hồ Tây past the Trấn Quốc pagoda and lakeside cafés, then dive into the 36 ancient streets of the Old Quarter and the Hoàn Kiếm lakeside — the essential first ride.
Bát Tràng pottery village
A short ride across the Red River to Vietnam’s most famous ceramics village, where you can watch potters at work, paint your own bowl and browse endless workshops.
Đường Lâm ancient village
Ride out to Sơn Tây to wander the laterite-stone lanes, communal houses and old gateways of one of northern Vietnam’s best-preserved traditional villages.
Ba Vì National Park
Climb the switchbacks of Ba Vì mountain through pine forest to atmospheric French colonial ruins and a cloud-wrapped temple — a favourite weekend escape from the city.
Chùa Hương (Perfume Pagoda)
Head south to Mỹ Đức for the sacred Perfume Pagoda complex, reached by sampan along a scenic river and a climb (or cable car) to the Hương Tích cave shrine.
Cổ Loa citadel & the north
Visit the ancient spiral citadel of Cổ Loa, then point the bike further out — Hà Nội is the gateway to Ninh Bình, Tam Đảo, Mai Châu and the Hà Giang Loop.
Safety & riding tips
- Go with the flow. Move predictably, signal early and avoid sudden stops; in Hà Nội traffic, hesitation causes more trouble than steady progress.
- Mind one-way streets. The Old Quarter is a maze of one-way lanes — follow the traffic and use a phone mount with offline maps.
- Skip rush hour at first. If you are new to the bike, avoid 7–9am and 5–7pm and practise around West Lake.
- Watch the weather. Summer brings sudden downpours and winter a cold drizzle, so pack a poncho and a warm layer for the hills.
- Prep for touring. Heading to Hà Giang or Ninh Bình? Check tyres, brakes and chain, and carry the shop’s Zalo for roadside help.
Heading to Hội An or Đà Nẵng next?
Flying down to Hội An? Rent with Anh Khoa
Hà Nội is the perfect start to a Vietnam trip — and when you reach the central coast, Anh Khoa rents clean, well-serviced scooters and electric bikes in Hội An and Đà Nẵng from just $4.7/day, with free hotel delivery, quality helmets and 24/7 help. (We’re a Hội An shop and don’t operate in Hà Nội — but the central coast is well worth the trip.)
See Hội An motorbike rental →Ha Noi motorbike rental FAQ
How much is motorbike rental in Ha Noi in 2026?
Around 120,000–200,000₫ (about $5–8) a day for a scooter, and 200,000–400,000₫ for a well-serviced manual or touring bike. Multi-day and weekly hires are discounted.
Can foreigners legally rent and ride in Hà Nội?
Yes. Carry an International Driving Permit (1968 Vienna Convention) together with your home licence, and always wear a helmet — Hà Nội’s roads are regularly policed.
Is it safe to ride a motorbike in Hanoi?
City traffic is dense but slow-moving. Ride calmly and predictably, avoid the rush hours while you find your feet, and practise on the quieter West Lake roads before the Old Quarter.
Can I rent in Hanoi and ride the Hà Giang Loop?
Yes — this is one of the most popular trips. Hire a reliable semi-auto or manual bike from a proper touring shop, and ask about a one-way drop-off in Hà Giang.
What are the best day rides from Hanoi?
Bát Tràng pottery village, Đường Lâm ancient village, Ba Vì National Park, the Perfume Pagoda and the Cổ Loa citadel are all rewarding day trips from the city.
Can I do a one-way rental from Hanoi to Saigon?
Yes. Several established Hà Nội shops offer one-way rentals, letting you ride north to south and drop the bike in Huế, Hội An or Sài Gòn.
Do I need a deposit to rent a bike?
Usually a passport copy or a cash deposit of 1–5 million₫, higher for touring bikes. Many shops accept a photo of your passport rather than the original.
Where should beginners avoid riding?
Save the Old Quarter’s one-way maze and the rush-hour ring roads until you are comfortable; start with West Lake and the wider boulevards instead.
Sources: BestPrice Travel, BM Travel. Prices verified July 2026 — please confirm the current rate with each shop before booking.
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