Six Sense Ninh Van Bay
Quy Nho’n, a coastal enclave on the South China Sea is one of Vietnam’s burgeoning tourism hotspots. The region is up-and-coming, without the tourism numbers of nearby Nha Trang, for example, but that’s a good thing. A visit to Quy Nho’n guarantees that you can find your own pristine beachfront to call your own or spend a morning wandering the ancient Banh It Cham temples without seeing another soul.
Quy Nho’n’s coastal city almost three times the size of Hôi An and some six hours south by train. Hôi An is a market city crowded with stalls in the morning; in the afternoon though, these streets are made for eating. In both these destinations, the offer of resort luxury and relaxation is there – as are within other regions of the country including Danang, Phu Quoc and Con Dao.
From the riverside Anantara Hội An just a stroll from the old town, to the secluded coastline corner of Anantara Quy Nho’n Villas, we’ve curated an edit of some of the best resorts in Vietnam for your next next of lazing around abroad.
Gourmet Traveller’s 2024 top picks for resorts in Vietnam
- Danang resort: Intercontinental Danang Sun Resort (here’s why)
- Hoi An resort: Anantara Hoi An (here’s why)
- Phu Quoc resort: Regent Phu Quoc (here’s why)
Best resorts in Danang
01
Intercontinental Danang Sun Resort
A beachfront resort set on the private, sun-drenched bay in Son Ta, Intercontinental Danang Sun Resort is just a 40-minute drive from Da Nang’s international airport, though feels a world away. Spend the day rallying on the tennis court or lazing on the private beach before going out for drinks and dinner at the resort’s five restaurants and bars.
Reasons to stay:
- Three swimming pools
- Business centre
- Private beach and watersports
- Fitness centre and tennis court
- Spa
02
Banyan Tree Lang Co
A five-star paradise with vistas of Truong Son’s green mountains and sapphire waters, Banyan Tree is another Danang resort to consider. Offering yoga sessions, cooking classes and spa treatments – as well as a private pool in each villa – with such opulence at your doorstep, there’s no surprises if you don’t venture beyond the grounds.
Reasons to stay:
- Airport shuffle
- Private beach
- Banyan Tree spa
- Private pools
Best resort in Hòa Thành
03
Zannier Bai San Ho
Set on 245 acres of nature on a secluded peninsula in Phu Yen, Zannier Bai San Ho serves five-star treatment in spades. The resort is laid out across ancient rice paddy fields, green hilltops and stretching powder white beach – giving you choice of your ideal setting. A certified Green Globe recipient for its sustainable initiatives, this resort is environmentally-minded in its dining experiences, spa treatments and cultural excursions.
Reasons to stay:
- Hoa Sen Spa
- Three unique dining experiences
- Private beach
Best resort in Hội An
04
Anantara Hội An
This 92-room hotel is situated on the banks of the Thu Bôn river in Hội An, in plain view of the barges that chug up and down en route to the nearby coconut groves. The location of the palm-shrouded property couldn’t be better: only five minutes on foot from the old town, lanternstrewn and alive at all hours of the day and night.
Reasons to stay:
- Riverfront dining
- Heated pool
- River cruises and luxury rail journeys
Best resort in Quy Nhon
05
Anantara Quy Nhon Villas
Anantara Quy Nho’n is a 26-villa resort built into a private corner of the coastline. At one of the highest points of the resort you’ll find a stunning spa, perched on the clifftop and overlooking the ocean, where waves are the soundtrack to every treatment. Each of the villas comes with a private pool with some facing the sea for primed ocean musing.
Reasons to stay:
- Anantara Spa
- Outdoor pool
- Complimentary bicycles
- Health club and kids club
Best resort near Nha Trang
06
Six Sense Ninh Van Bay
Mountain and sea meets at Six Sense Ninh Van Bay that features 62 spacious villas, each with its private pool, luxe bathrooms, indoor and outdoor showers and a soaking tub. Take in the rugged mountains and private bay of the peninsula amid your soak before spending the afternoon being pampered at the award-winning Six Sense spa.
Reasons to stay:
- Three restaurants and bar
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Spa and wellness centre
Best resort at Con Dao
07
Six Senses Con Dao
Another edition from the Six Senses brand comes Six Senses Con Dao located on an hidden away island in Vietnam’s archipelago of Con Dao. Designed to resemble a traditional Vietnamese village in the layout of its rooms along the private beachfront of Dat Doc Beach, a stay at this resort is a memorable one. Grab a drink at Elephant Bar before dining at Vietnamese by the Market restaurant.
Reasons to stay:
- Six Senses Spa Con Dao
- Fitness centre and yoga pavillion
- In-villa dining
Best resorts in Phu Quoc
08
Regent Phu Quoc
One for the epicurean to consider, Regent Phu Quoc offers distinctive gastronomic dining and artisanal cocktails across its inhouse venues including Oku, Rice Market, Bar Jade and Fu Bar. Located on Long Beach on the tropical island south of Vietnam Phu Quoc, you’re all primed to reset indulging at the spa, dipping in the big blue and refining your yoga practice.
Reasons to stay:
- Rooftop pool
- Beauty salon
- 24-hour fitness centre and yoga pavillions
- Onsite restaurants and bars
Best resort in Ninh Thuan
09
Amanoi
Surrounded by the Nui Chua National Park and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve on the Vietnamese coastline, Amanoi offers cultural immersion as well as laidback luxury. Boasting clifftop restaurants and pools, the lakeside Aman Spa and private golden sands, Amanoi is one to consider for luxe time out in nature.
Reasons to stay:
- National park location
- Rooftop pools
- Day spa
What part of Vietnam is best to stay in?
Whether you prefer the tranquillity of a secluded beachside retreat or the vibrant energy of a bustling city, Vietnam offers luxury experience in many of its regions. If you’re interested in history and culture, Hanoi and Hoi An are great choices. For stunning natural beauty, consider Ha Long Bay or Sap; if you’re in want of a beach getaway, Nha Trang, Danag and Phu Quoc are also ideal options.
What are the best months to visit Vietnam?
Although it can differ depending on which region you’re visiting, the best months to visit Vietnam are typically during the spring (March and April) and autumn (September to December) seasons.
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