Eight of Vietnam’s hottest new hotels

Now that the country has relaxed arrival rules for international travelers, visitors are starting to return.

The catering industry is also starting to return.

While Covid has suspended the construction or opening of many hotels, there is now a wide range of new or reopened properties to choose from.

From the historic and atmospheric capital of Hanoi in the north to the sun-drenched tropical beaches of Phú Quốc in the south, here are eight places to lay your head in varying prices and styles.

Regent Phu Quoc

Located on Long Beach, Regent Phú Quốc offers 176 suites and 126 villas in a tranquil tropical setting overlooking the ocean and the resort’s lagoons. They range in size from intimate one-bedrooms to seven-bedroom “ultra villas,” meaning everyone from couples to large extended families and friends can kick back in style.

In terms of food, there are six restaurants and bars to choose from, including Rice Market, which celebrates the local cuisine of South Vietnam; Oku connecting Japan and France in tribute to Wagyu beef; or the cheekily named Fu Bar for gin-focused cocktails around a poolside terrace.

Wink Hotel Saigon Center

The Wink Hotel is within walking distance of attractions such as Book Street and the Saigon Zoo.

Wink Hotel Saigon Center

Opened in 2021, Wink Hotel Saigon caters to a young, local Vietnamese demographic for whom authenticity is everything.

The range of affordable luxury means that while the hotel’s rooms may be ‘space-saving’, no expense has been spared inside.

Designed by a Paris agency, they feature luxury mattresses, fine linens and a power shower.

Wink honors Vietnam’s famous street food culture in the form of “Wink Carts” for easy breakfast and lunch, while guaranteeing guests a 24-hour stay regardless of check-in time, unlimited a la carte breakfast and free co-working tickets room.

Maia Resort Qui Nhon

The South Vietnamese coastal town of Quy Nhơn may be largely unknown to international travelers, but that seems to be changing with the opening of places like Maia Resort, a destination that mainly attracts foodies.

The 94 villa property is located on a beautiful wide and long sandy beach, where colorful local fishing boats bob in Phuong Mai Bay. They bring in a catch that the resort’s chefs at Vi restaurant turn into excellent renditions of local dishes, as well as well-known global comfort foods.

Wellness is another big game at the elegant sun-filled Vela spa, complete with a private pool, while guests can opt for packages that include treatments instead of breakfast or lunch.

Anantara Quy Nhon Villas

Anantara Quy Nhon has a spa with a tea room and three treatment pavilions on the cliffs.

Anantara Quy Nhon Villas

Privacy is paramount at Anantara Quy Nhơn Villas, as the resort offers just 26 sleek one- and two-bedroom villas spread over seven acres of tropical gardens. They all overlook the white sand beach and the emerald green waves beyond.

Their signature restaurant is Sea.Fire.Salt, where Chef Wayan oversees seafood menus cooked over open fires, while an in-water bar makes cocktails for you and an “in-room delicacy” means you’ll never… far from a bite.

The tranquil surrounding province of Bình Định inspires an impressive selection of cultural experiences, from ancient pagodas to remarkable Champa towers that dot the landscape and date back to the 12th century. They even offer a hat weaving workshop, while guests watch Non La conical hats being made by hand.

Hanoi Chapel

The design of Capella Hanoi is inspired by the Roaring ’20s.

Hanoi Chapel

That’s because the property is adjacent to the beautiful early 20th century Opera House, meaning Bensley designed the flamboyant suites to reflect and reveal stories from artists, singers and composers. In addition, more than a thousand opera memorabilia and art now adorn the building in the prestigious Hoàn Kiếm district.

Even the hotel’s restaurants follow the theme, with the signature restaurant Backstage and a salon called Diva’s Lounge featuring appropriately glamorous tableware, set designs and costumes.

“Capella Culturists” act as guides for guests to ensure they get the most out of the hotel and city, including immersive experiences of landmarks such as the Temple of the Jade Mound and the French Quarter.

Azerai Ke Ga Bay

The resort of Azerai Ke Ga Bay, 180 km (112 miles) east of Ho Chi Minh City, is a popular destination for weekend getaways. The secluded oceanfront property is enviably situated on a white sand beach stretching for three miles, overlooking Ke Ga Island and its French colonial-era lighthouse.

Only 46 minimalist suites and suites with private pools overlook tropical gardens or the ocean. If you can pull yourself away from them, their oceanfront Azerai Spa offers 10 private treatment rooms, hydrotherapy, a beauty studio, gym, and more, while there are four pools to do your laps in.

Once you’ve trained, three dining options allow you to enjoy local and international dishes with a particular focus on seafood.

Alma Resort Cam Ranha

Alma Resort is located in the up-and-coming district of Cam Ranh, near Dalat.

Alma Resort

Cam Ranh is another up-and-coming city on Vietnam’s central coast that is quickly becoming a popular hub for domestic and international travelers. Nestled amid 30 acres, the sprawling Alma resort offers a wide variety of amenities for guests staying in its 580 suites and pavilions, all of which overlook Long Beach.

No less than twelve swimming pools, a 70-seat cinema, a science museum, karaoke rooms and a water park are just some of the ways to spend your vacation.

In terms of food, 14 eateries range from Japanese to Italian, a noodle restaurant and a fried chicken specialist. But each accommodation also has a kitchen, in case you want to prepare your own meal using groceries from the on-site supermarket.

Radisson Hotel Danang

The road there is lined with hotels, including Radisson Hotel Danang on My Khe Beach with 182 rooms and suites overlooking the city, peninsula and sea.

On the 21st floor, a terrace bar adjoins a dramatic infinity pool for sunset Instagram moments, while there’s also a telescope for future stargazers to scan the sky. A ballroom for 300 people can also host weddings, meetings and events.