New Year's Eve in Nha Trang at Skylight, the 43rd-floor rooftop of Havana Hotel, with fireworks over Nha Trang Bay

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the 43rd-Floor Rooftop in Nha Trang

Skylight Nha Trang, the rooftop beach club on the 43rd floor of the Havana Hotel, is open from 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM on New Year’s Eve 2026 (December 31), with a DJ, dancers and mascot appearances leading up to the midnight countdown and fireworks over Nha Trang Bay. From the rooftop you can watch the last sunset of the year, enjoy cocktails and snacks or have dinner at Lá Kitchen on the same floor, then welcome 2027 from above the city.

Celebrating New Year’s Eve in Nha Trang does not have to begin just a few minutes before midnight. At Skylight Nha Trang, the experience can start on the 43rd floor while the last colors of sunset are still in the sky: enjoy the panoramic view, have dinner, order a cocktail, experience the nightlife, and finally count down together as a new year begins.

New Year’s Eve 2026 at a Glance
Date: Thursday, December 31, 2026
Opening hours: 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM
Entertainment: DJ, dancers, mascot appearances and a midnight countdown, with views of the fireworks over Nha Trang Bay (full program to be announced)
Location: Skylight Nha Trang, 43rd Floor, Havana Hotel, 38 Tran Phu Street, Nha Trang
Food: Snacks and finger food at Skylight; full dinner at Lá Kitchen, 43rd floor (separate reservation required)
Dress code: No strict dress code. Swimwear and pajamas are not allowed
Age policy: Guests under 18 are not allowed in the bar area after 9:00 PM
Parking: Motorbike parking available; no car parking
Weather: Around 22-24°C at night, breezier on the 43rd floor
Best for: Couples, groups of friends and travelers
When to arrive: 5:00 PM when doors open, to catch the sunset at around 5:20 PM
Booking: Recommended, as New Year’s Eve is one of the busiest nights of the year. Call (+84) 258 352 8988 or book online

Why Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Nha Trang from Above?

Fireworks lighting up Nha Trang Bay, with the Skylight rooftop in the foreground

The biggest difference between celebrating New Year’s Eve in Nha Trang on a rooftop and celebrating at street level is the perspective. From above, the city is no longer simply where the countdown takes place; Nha Trang itself becomes part of the experience, from the coastline to the streets gradually lighting up during the final hours of the year.

While the sun is still near the horizon, the sea and city remain filled with the colors of daylight. Then the light slowly fades, the streets begin to glow, and Nha Trang moves into its nighttime rhythm. From the 43rd floor, that transition happens right in front of you, which means New Year’s Eve does not have to begin at 11:50 PM. It can begin with the last sunset of the year.

Start New Year’s Eve at Sunset

Skylight opens at 5:00 PM on December 31, and the sun sets over Nha Trang at around 5:20 PM, so arriving when doors open lets you watch the last sunset of the year from the 43rd floor. The rooftop has a completely different atmosphere at this time: the pace is more relaxed, the horizon is still visible, and the ocean reflects the last colors of sunset.

Take some time to enjoy the view, capture a few final photos of the year, or simply sit back with a drink while the city gradually changes around you. As the sun disappears, Nha Trang begins to light up and the rooftop transforms from a panoramic viewpoint into a nightlife destination. That is when New Year’s Eve truly begins.

Sunset from the 43rd-floor rooftop at Skylight Nha Trang, with a glass railing and binoculars overlooking the city and mountains — Sunset on the 43rd floor, the start of New Year’s Eve

Dinner With a View Before the Countdown

Skylight serves snacks and finger food alongside its cocktails, so you can graze while watching the sunset and the party build. For a full New Year’s Eve dinner, book a table at Lá Kitchen, the Vietnamese and European restaurant on the same 43rd floor. Lá Kitchen requires a separate reservation from Skylight.

Because both venues are on the same floor, you can have dinner at Lá Kitchen and then walk straight to the Skylight rooftop for cocktails, music and the countdown, without changing buildings or looking for a taxi on one of the busiest nights of the year.

Guests dining on the 43rd-floor rooftop at Skylight Nha Trang, overlooking Nha Trang Bay at dusk — Dinner with a view on the 43rd floor before the countdown

Nha Trang Countdown from the 43rd Floor

As midnight approaches, the DJ builds the energy, dancers and mascots join the crowd, and everyone’s attention turns toward one moment: 12:00 AM. At midnight, fireworks light up Nha Trang Bay, and from the 43rd floor you see them above the coastline rather than from inside the crowd. The party continues after the countdown until Skylight closes at 1:00 AM.

When the last numbers are counted down, the transition happens quickly. What makes a Nha Trang countdown from above different is not only the music or the lights, but also the backdrop: Nha Trang glowing below, the dark ocean in the distance, and the people around you crossing from the old year into the new one together.

New Year's Eve in Nha Trang at Skylight: crowd waving glow sticks at the countdown, with a lion dance and countdown screen on stage — Counting down to the New Year at Skylight Nha Trang

Who Is New Year’s Eve at Skylight For?

Couples: Sunset, dinner at Lá Kitchen, cocktails and the countdown, all on one floor. No complicated itinerary needed.
Groups of friends: Arrive at sunset for photos, then stay through the party. For large groups, contact Skylight in advance to arrange suitable seating.
Travelers: Sunset views, dining and nightlife in one place, right on the Tran Phu beachfront.

Illustrative image of a couple toasting over a romantic rooftop dinner, with the city lights behind them — A romantic rooftop dinner before midnight

Happy New Year stage with a lion dance, cold sparklers and confetti at Skylight Nha Trang, guests raising glow sticks — The Happy New Year atmosphere on the Skylight rooftop

A New Year’s Eve 2026 Itinerary in Nha Trang

You do not need to visit several venues to make New Year’s Eve in Nha Trang memorable. Arrive when Skylight opens and let the evening change around you:

5:00 PM: Doors open. Choose your spot and settle in with a drink.
Around 5:20 PM: Watch the last sunset of the year over Nha Trang.
6:00 to 8:30 PM: Dinner at Lá Kitchen (separate booking) or snacks and cocktails at Skylight.
Later in the evening: DJ sets, dancers and mascot appearances as the party builds.
12:00 AM: Count down to 2027 and watch the fireworks over Nha Trang Bay.
1:00 AM: Skylight closes.

If you only want the party, you can arrive later in the evening. New Year’s Eve is one of the busiest nights of the year, so reserve in advance, especially for tables with the best views. The detailed 2026 program will be announced on Skylight’s Facebook and Instagram.

New Year’s Eve in Nha Trang: Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I celebrate New Year’s Eve in Nha Trang with a view over the whole city?

Skylight Nha Trang is on the 43rd floor of the Havana Hotel at 38 Tran Phu, the road that runs along Nha Trang’s beachfront. From the rooftop you can see the coastline, the city center and the streets lighting up on the last night of the year. It is a good choice if you want to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Nha Trang from above rather than in the middle of the street.

What time should I arrive at Skylight on New Year’s Eve?

Skylight opens at 5:00 PM on December 31, 2026 and closes at 1:00 AM. Arrive at 5:00 PM to catch the sunset at around 5:20 PM, then have dinner, enjoy cocktails and stay for the countdown and fireworks at midnight. If you only want the party, you can come later in the evening.

What entertainment is there at Skylight on New Year’s Eve 2026?

Expect a DJ, dancers and mascot appearances throughout the evening, building up to the midnight countdown and fireworks over Nha Trang Bay. The full program will be announced closer to the date on Skylight’s Facebook and Instagram.

Can I see fireworks from Skylight on New Year’s Eve?

Yes. Nha Trang usually holds a fireworks display over the bay on New Year’s Eve, and the 43rd-floor rooftop gives a clear view over the coastline when the fireworks light up at midnight.

Do I need to book in advance for New Year’s Eve in Nha Trang at Skylight?

Booking ahead is recommended. New Year’s Eve is one of the busiest nights of the year, especially for tables with the best views. You can book via the booking page or call the hotline (+84) 258 352 8988 for details on the program and availability.

Who is New Year’s Eve at Skylight best suited for?

Couples looking for a year-end date, groups of friends getting together before the new year, and travelers who want sunset views, dinner and nightlife in one place. If you are coming as a large group, contact Skylight in advance for advice on the right seating so your New Year’s Eve in Nha Trang is comfortable for everyone.

Can I have dinner before the countdown?

Yes. Skylight serves snacks and finger food. For a full dinner, book Lá Kitchen, the Vietnamese and European restaurant on the same 43rd floor. Lá Kitchen needs a separate reservation, so book both if you want dinner and a rooftop spot for the countdown.

How is a rooftop New Year’s Eve in Nha Trang different from celebrating on the street?

The biggest differences are the view and the comfort. On the street you usually see only one corner of the city and stand in a crowd. On a rooftop in Nha Trang you have a seat, drinks, music and a panoramic view of the city and the sea at night as the clock strikes midnight.

Is it cold on the 43rd floor on New Year’s Eve?

Nha Trang nights at the end of December are usually around 22-24°C, and the sea breeze is stronger on the 43rd floor. Bring a light jacket or shawl if you plan to stay from sunset until after midnight.

Is there a dress code?

There is no strict dress code. Swimwear and pajamas are not allowed.

Can children come to Skylight on New Year’s Eve?

Guests under 18 are welcome earlier in the evening but are not allowed in the bar area after 9:00 PM.

Is there parking at Skylight?

Motorbike parking is available. There is no car parking, so taxis or ride-hailing apps are the easiest option on New Year’s Eve.

The Last Night of the Year, From a Different View of Nha Trang

New Year’s Eve happens only once a year. Months later, you may not remember exactly what you drank or which song was playing at a particular moment, but the memory of an entire rooftop counting down together, Nha Trang glowing below, and the people who matter standing beside you can be much harder to forget.

If you want to experience New Year’s Eve in Nha Trang differently this year, do not think only about the few minutes surrounding midnight. Start with the last sunset of the year, stay as Nha Trang lights up, and welcome the first moments of the New Year from the 43rd floor above the city.

Check Skylight Nha Trang’s latest New Year’s Eve program and reserve in advance to choose the experience that best suits your final night of the year.

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