Best Luxury Hotels in Vietnam

375 pool villas accommodate guests at this expansive resort on a private stretch of Khem Beach. Some have up to four bedrooms, with ample living spaces and all are thatched, with luxe five-star furnishings and floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors, for an outside-in living experience. The decor has a fashionable boho edge, with accents of bright colour on a mostly neutral palette. There’s a spa, fitness centre, infinity pool and separate kids’ pool with water slides, as well as a club for children from 3 to 12 years old. Dining choices at New World include an airy Lounge cafe with cream sofa seating, a woodfired grill, a thatched pool bar and the international Bay Kitchen.

One of the largest resorts in Central Vietnam, the Ocean Villas stands next to the Greg Norman Golf Course. The luxurious villas are well spaced out and overlook a pristine beach on the East Sea. The resort has two open-air swimming pools, a beach club, and an outdoor kids’ playground. The spa has a full-service menu including a range of healthy drinks and juices. The restaurant faces the ocean and serves international and traditional cuisine, and there’s a poolside bar. Dining can be arranged in your villa or on the beach and cooking classes are available.

Many of the luxe hotels here are large, grand affairs. However, Mia Saigon offers something more intimate. Found in the riverside district of Thu Duc city, the 52 bedroom residence welcomes guests by boat, as well as by car and on foot. The property is nostalgic for the French Art Deco era, with effortless chic vintage decor and a wonderful wellness centre, Ô Spa. Madame Lam is the hotel’s fine restaurant, with Kitchen by the River offering unpretentious yet on-trend dining and Gin on 8 (referring to its beverage speciality and floor), providing imbibers with epic views.

Book into one of 37 eco-friendly villas and soak in Vietnamese heritage among a backdrop of handcrafted decor. Sign up for a wellness programme at the Jungle Spa, dine at Sen restaurant, drink at the elevated bar – Sen Deck – with 360-degree views, or enjoy a post-hike barbecue beside the nearby stream. Ingredients come from the onsite organic garden and local producers, including a nearby fish farm. Villas have up to three bedrooms, some are right on the beach, others in the seclusion of the rainforest, many have private pools and all offer a private dining service.

This suburban resort benefits from its own private area of the beach and is surrounded by vast landscaped gardens with over 400 types of palm (hence the name). Pretty teak wooden bridges pass over large lily pad covered ponds and the soft green grass runs all the way down to the sand. Guests are accommodated in 216 rooms and bungalows – all with balconies or terraces – displaying an ancient architectural style. All bookings include daily breakfast at the Terrace Restaurant, welcome drinks, flowers and treats, as well as access to a free shuttle into town. Table sports and tennis can be played onsite and there’s a gorgeous swimming pool.

Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort is a luxury retreat located on the southern tip of Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island. The resort boasts 215 spacious villas, each featuring a private infinity pool, multiple bedrooms, expansive living and dining areas, and a kitchenette. Guests can indulge in diverse culinary experiences at the resort’s dining venues, including theMarket for Vietnamese delights and Corallo Restaurant for fusion cuisine. The hill-top Plumeria Spa offers a range of treatments and rejuvenating wellness facilities. The fitness centre is available for guests seeking to keep on top of their exercise regime in this scenic sanctuary. The resort also features a multi-layer swimming pool connecting two pristine beaches and providing stunning ocean views from dawn until dusk. Families are well-catered for with a dedicated Kids’ Club offering various activities. Guests are invited to take advantage of the pool bar, the deli, and juice bar. The resort’s unique location, surrounded on both sides by the sea, offers guests a serene and secluded tropical getaway with unbeatable vistas.

The Sheraton Nha Trang Hotel & Spa has 280 contemporary, minimalist rooms and suites all featuring the hotel’s signature ocean view from expansive windows. Guests can indulge in the blissful Shine Spa for Sheraton or simply enjoy a deluxe, marble rain shower from the comfort of their own room. There are five on-site, indoor and outdoor bars and restaurants for guests to choose from, offering a range of cuisines from across the globe and refreshing beverages for guests of all ages. The hotel’s stunning infinity pool affords guests an unbeatable panoramic view of the bay with the option of poolside dining and even 24-hour room service. This first-class, family friendly hotel provides fun for younger guests at the Kid’s Club, Cooking School and game room. 8 function spaces are on offer to host up to 400 invitees in addition to 9 breakout rooms for conducting business in style.

Da Nang Marriott Resort & Spa is the first of its kind in Vietnam and is a family-friendly beachfront hotel comprised of deluxe, spacious rooms, suites and villas. Quan Spa offers relaxing full-body treatments and steam, sauna and jacuzzi facilities in addition to its five pools, suitable for guests of all ages and including a large infinity pool. Fitness and wellness is made accessible at the Da Nang Marriott Resort & Spa thanks to excellent gym facilities, sunrise yoga, and meditation classes. The Kid’s club and Infant Pool give adult guests peace of mind while encouraging fun and play for little ones. There is a large selection of unique activities to choose from for guests to unwind or to provide fun for all the family. The hotel boasts exquisite bars and restaurants serving signature cocktails and succulent Vietnamese specialities. Guests can plan their dream wedding or host a professional MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) event, for up to 500 persons, at one of the hotel’s glamourous function spaces.

Displaying a distinctly French ambience and found on Le Duan Boulevard (across from the French embassy), is Hotel Sofitel Plaza Saigon. Guests can unwind at the RESET Private Club, work out in the Sofitel Fitness centre and swim in the stunning rooftop pool — found on the 18h floor and decorated with Indochine tiles, it’s a glamorous spot. A bar-restaurant is also located beside the pool, or guests can dine in Mezz Restaurant, Le 17 Bistrot, T Lounge and Club Millésime (the latter is for Club Level guests). The Ministry of Men is the hotel’s vintage-European bar, open till late.

Be guided through your stay at this resort by the Fusionistas, a team ever ready to arrange your excursions, suggest just the right spa treatments (each guest gets two free per day, as well as complimentary yoga sessions beside the lotus pond) and make reservations. The ethos is all about creating a personalised experience, as demonstrated in the hotel’s ‘breakfast anywhere, anytime’ concept. Many restaurant ingredients come from the onsite organic farm and dishes are designed to be healthy, as well as tasty. Built into the hillsides, the 122 suites and pool villas offer a great deal of privacy for your downtime.

Pullman Phu Quoc Beach Resort is a five-star beachfront retreat on the southwest coast of Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam. The resort features 331 stylish accommodations, including rooms and suites, each with a private terrace or balcony, walk-in rain shower, and advanced Japanese washlet toilet. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining experiences across three restaurants and three bars, including ‘Salt ‘n’ Pepper’ for all-day dining and ‘Mad Cow Wine & Grill’ for premium steak and wine. The resort boasts the island’s largest mosaic infinity pool, spanning 2,000 square metres, as well as the Pullman Spa for relaxation. Fitness enthusiasts can make use of the well-equipped Pullman Fit centre. Families are catered to with a dedicated kids’ playground and a variety of lifestyle activities. Situated along a private 170-metre stretch of Bai Truong Beach, Pullman Phu Quoc Beach Resort offers a tranquil tropical escape with exceptional hospitality and modern comforts.

Pullman Da Nang Beach Resort is a luxury, beachfront gem found in Accor Group’s unique luxury hospitality portfolio. Each of the 5-star hotel’s 186 splendid rooms and cottages boast a private balcony overlooking the brilliant Bac My An Beach, infinity pool, or tropical, Vietnamese gardens. Delicious dishes from around the world and local specialties are on offer at Epice Restaurant while the Infinity Bar and Azure Beach Lounge serve enticing cocktails and fresh cuisine. The Nǎng Spa invites guests to experience true bliss and serenity while the sports classes and games provide fun for all the family and energise your stay. The complimentary Fit Lounge allows guests to work out on state-of-the-art equipment with extraordinary views. Venues are available to host sophisticated functions for any purpose, from business meetings to a romantic beachfront wedding. Pullman Da Nang Beach Resort is surrounded by unbelievable tourist attractions, steeped in authentic Vietnamese culture and offers all of today’s modern comforts.