Best luggage storage in Vietnam (2026): every option compared
The best luggage storage in Vietnam depends on your bag and your timing. In our 27 October 2026 check, Golyte was the cheapest all-in at $2.95 per bag per day for any size, Bounce listed the most spots per city, and the Tan Son Nhat airport counter was the only option inside a terminal with a published price, at about $10.65 a day.
Golyte is our own service. We list every option with its source and the date we checked it, and we say where others do better.
Key takeaways
- All-in prices for one suitcase per day ranged from $2.80 to $5.45 on the apps we checked; headline "from" prices leave out fees.
- Golyte was $2.95 for any bag size; WhaleLO adds $1.50 for oversized items and Bounce charges $7.45 for odd sizes with its fee.
- The Tan Son Nhat counter costs about $10.65 for 10 to 24 hours and is open only 7 AM to 11 PM; Noi Bai and Da Nang airports do not publish prices.
- 43 of 45 hotels we checked ask for the room by 12 PM, hours before most evening flights.
- At least 1 in 3 Airbnb listings in the Old Quarter, District 1 and Da Nang do not allow luggage drop-off.
Quick picks: the best luggage storage options in Vietnam by situation
Luggage storage in Vietnam compared: price, hours and protection
| Provider | All-in, 1 suitcase / day | Oversized | Spots | 24/7 | Protection | Booking | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golyte | $2.95 | Same price | 45 in 8 cities | 73% | Up to $1,000 per bag | Web | Cheapest any size, 24/7 near airports |
| WhaleLO | $2.80 - $2.95 | +$1.50 | 19 listed in Hanoi | 76% | Up to $1,500 per bag | Web | Hanoi Old Quarter coverage |
| Bounce | $5.45 | $7.45 | 66 listed in Hanoi | Not shown | Up to $10,000 per booking | App or web | Most spots, app users |
| Radical Storage | From ₫35,000 before fees | Not checked | 11+ in Hanoi | Not checked | ₫300,000,000 per bag | App or web | High protection |
| Luggage Storage IO | $4.00 (median) | Same, up to 30 kg | 57 in 11 cities | 100% | Up to $1,500 per booking | Web | All-night drop-off |
| Tan Son Nhat counter | 275,000 VND (~$10.65) | n/a | 1, international arrivals | No (7 AM - 11 PM) | n/a | Walk up | Short wait inside SGN |
| Your hotel | Usually free for guests | Varies | Your hotel only | Reception hours | Varies | Ask | Guests collecting before evening |
To compare the best luggage storage in Vietnam on equal terms, all-in = what one standard suitcase cost for one day at checkout, including protection and booking fees. Prices checked 27 October 2026; spots and protection read on each provider's page 31 October 2026.
How we picked and checked
- Which options: every provider that lists luggage storage in Vietnam on its own site, plus airport counters, station lockers and hotels.
- Prices: read at each provider's checkout or listing page on 27 October 2026, for one standard suitcase and one day, without paying.
- Spots, hours and protection: read on each provider's Hanoi city page on 31 October 2026; counts are what the page lists, not a full audit.
- Airport counters: official tariffs where published (SASCO for Tan Son Nhat); marked "not published" otherwise (Noi Bai and Da Nang, checked 31 October 2026).
- Hotels and Airbnb: house rules of 48 Booking.com hotels and 450 Airbnb listings, checked 27 October 2026.
- Updates: re-checked monthly and whenever a provider changes its prices.
The options, one by one
Every option below is one of the best luggage storage choices in Vietnam for a particular traveller, so each card ends with who it suits best.
1. Golyte
Price: $2.95 per bag per day at checkout: $1.95 storage plus $1 protection added at checkout. Any bag size, same price.
- Cheapest all-in price we found for a standard suitcase, and no oversized surcharge
- 73% of 45 spots open 24/7, including 4 around Tan Son Nhat
- Free cancellation until your drop-off day
- Fewer cities than the global apps (8 in Vietnam)
- No app
- The exact address is emailed after booking
Best for: Travellers who want the lowest all-in price, big bags, or a 24/7 spot near the airport.
Golyte is our own service. Source: golyte.net/luggage-storage/ho-chi-minh-city, 31 October 2026.
2. WhaleLO
Price: $2.80 to $2.95 per standard suitcase per day at checkout; oversized items cost $1.50 more.
- Strong Hanoi Old Quarter coverage (19 locations listed)
- A few stations are $0.15 cheaper than Golyte for a standard suitcase
- Up to USD 1,500 protection per bag
- Oversized surcharge for bikes, surfboards, golf bags and strollers
- Cancellation terms not shown on the city page
Best for: Hanoi Old Quarter stays with a standard suitcase.
Source: whalelo.net/destination/ha-noi, 31 October 2026.
3. Bounce (and Nannybag)
Price: Headline from $1.60, but a regular suitcase came to $5.45 at checkout ($3.95 plus a $1.50 fee) in our check.
- Many more spots per city (66 listed in Hanoi)
- Up to $10,000 protection per booking
- App and web booking
- Highest all-in price of the apps we checked
- Store pages did not show opening hours
Best for: App users who want the widest choice of spots.
Source: bounce.com/luggage-storage/hanoi, 31 October 2026.
4. Radical Storage
Price: Listings from ₫35,000 to ₫66,926 per day before any fees (all-in not checked).
- Highest stated guarantee: ₫300,000,000 per bag
- App and web booking
- Fewer Hanoi spots (11+) than Bounce
- We did not verify the all-in price at checkout
Best for: Travellers who put protection first.
Source: radicalstorage.com/luggage-storage/hanoi, 31 October 2026.
5. Luggage Storage IO
Price: Median $4.00 per bag per day at checkout, including $1 insurance (range $2.60 to $5.00).
- All 57 listed Vietnam spots show 24/7
- Any bag size up to 30 kg
- About $1 more than Golyte or WhaleLO for a standard suitcase
Best for: Late-night drop-offs anywhere on their list.
Source: luggagestorage.io, 31 October 2026.
6. Saigon Storage lockers (Ho Chi Minh City)
Price: Monthly storage at 500,000 VND per suitcase in an air-conditioned locker room in District 10.
- Climate-controlled room, built for long stays
- Open 9 AM to 9 PM, not 24/7
- District 10, away from Ben Thanh and the airport
Best for: Storing a suitcase for weeks while you travel the country.
Source: www.hcmstorage.com, 31 October 2026.
7. BoxLok pickup and delivery (Ho Chi Minh City)
Price: From 150,000 VND per bag for pickup and delivery.
- They come to you, so there is no carrying
- Several times the price of a drop-off spot
- Ho Chi Minh City only
Best for: Door-to-door moves between a hotel and the airport.
Source: boxnlok.vn, 31 October 2026.
8. Hanoi Railway Station lockers
Price: Self-service lockers in the station; no official price is published (older guides mention around 50,000 VND for a few hours).
- Right where your train leaves
- Price and hours unverified
- Travel guides report they are often full
Best for: A short wait before a train, if a locker is free.
Source: travel guides; not verified by Golyte.
9. Airport left-luggage counters
Price: Tan Son Nhat: 275,000 VND (about $10.65) for 10 to 24 hours, 27,500 VND per hour under 10 hours, 7 AM to 11 PM. Noi Bai and Da Nang do not publish a price.
- Inside the terminal, no walk needed
- About 3.6 times the price of a spot nearby
- Closed overnight at Tan Son Nhat
Best for: A short wait before a daytime flight.
Source: golyte.net/guides/luggage-storage-ho-chi-minh-airport, 31 October 2026.
10. Your hotel
Price: Usually free for guests; terms vary.
- Free and familiar
- 43 of 45 hotels with a published checkout time ask for the room by 12 PM
- Rarely open to non-guests or for several days
Best for: Guests who collect before the evening.
Source: Booking.com house rules, 27 October 2026.
Best luggage storage by city
The best luggage storage in Vietnam differs by city: Hanoi has the most providers, Ho Chi Minh City the most airport choice, and Da Nang the fewest options.
Hanoi
Most options cluster in the Old Quarter around Hoan Kiem Lake. Golyte has 16 spots in Hanoi, most open 24/7.
Luggage storage in Hanoi →Noi Bai airport luggage storage →
Ho Chi Minh City
District 1 around Ben Thanh Market and Bui Vien has the most spots; 4 Golyte spots sit near Tan Son Nhat, all 24/7.
Luggage storage in Ho Chi Minh City →Tan Son Nhat airport luggage storage →
Da Nang
Fewer options; Golyte has 5 spots in Da Nang, near the airport and the train station.
Luggage storage in Da Nang →Da Nang airport and train station →Which should you choose if...
You land at dawn and your room is not ready
A 24/7 spot near the airport or your hotel; the Tan Son Nhat counter opens at 7 AM.
You check out at noon and fly at night
Store for one day near the airport, or in the centre if you will sightsee; avoid hourly counters for 8+ hours.
You carry a surfboard, bike or golf bag
Pick a one-price service; WhaleLO adds $1.50 and Bounce charges $5.95 plus the fee for odd sizes.
You need several days
Price per day adds up; compare all-in totals and check cancellation terms.
Your Airbnb has no luggage drop-off
At least 1 in 3 listings do not allow it; book storage for the gap before check-in.
Questions about luggage storage in Vietnam
What is the best luggage storage in Vietnam?
The best luggage storage in Vietnam depends on your bag and timing. For the lowest all-in price and any bag size, Golyte was cheapest at $2.95 per day in our 27 October 2026 check; Bounce has the most spots per city; the airport counter is the only option inside the terminal.
How much does luggage storage cost in Vietnam?
Most app-booked spots cost $2.80 to $5.45 per standard suitcase per day at checkout, including fees. The Tan Son Nhat airport counter costs 275,000 VND (about $10.65) for 10 to 24 hours.
Is there luggage storage at Vietnam's airports?
Tan Son Nhat has a left-luggage counter at international arrivals, open 7 AM to 11 PM. Noi Bai has a storage room in Terminal 2 but does not publish a price; Da Nang airport's website lists no left-luggage service.
Is luggage storage safe in Vietnam?
Booked spots list protection: Golyte up to $1,000 per bag, WhaleLO up to USD 1,500 per bag, Bounce up to $10,000 per booking. Keep passports, cash and valuables with you.
Can I leave luggage overnight or for several days?
Yes, most booked spots charge per bag per calendar day. Check opening hours: the Tan Son Nhat counter closes at 11 PM.
Do hotels in Vietnam keep bags for free?
Usually for guests, on the day of checkout. 43 of 45 hotels we checked ask for the room by 12 PM, so plan for the afternoon gap.