From the state-of-the-art wellness-focused Fusion Resort and Villas to the Amalfi Coast-inspired La Festa, Vietnam’s hotel scene is booming and we’ve rounded up some of the best new openings to look out for in 2023. Which of these five luxurious hotels will you visit first?
La Festa, Phu Quoc
Set to open on April 15, La Festa, Phu Quoc is the much anticipated new offering from the Curio Collection, by Hilton. Overlooking the western coast of this paradisiacal island, the hotel’s design has been inspired by Italy’s famed Amalfi Coast, resulting in a stunning, elegant and contemporary finish throughout.
Complete with its own wellness centre, state-of-the-art spa and private beach area of golden sand, the property encompasses everything guests could possibly need to truly unwind and relax, in between exploring the enchanting island of Phu Quoc.
The new complex is expected to have 197 rooms in total and will be located just 20 km from Phu Quoc International Airport, making it a convenient option.
The Anam, Mui Ne
The Anam, Mui Ne, which celebrated its grand opening on Vietnam’s stunning south coast on January 11, is one of the most exciting new hotel openings in the destination for 2023. The hotel is following in the footsteps of The Anam, Cam Ranh, which has received some of the industry’s highest accolades, including the title of one of Asia’s top resorts in the Condé Nast Traveller Readers Choice Awards in 2021 and 2020, and also LLM’s own Readers’ Travel Awards in 2021.
The hotel, which has been decorated in an Indo-Chinese style, pays homage to classic Vietnamese aesthetics. Perfectly situated, the resort overlooks one of southern Vietnam’s most stunning white sand beaches and provides sweeping views across the East Sea.
The resort’s 127 rooms and suites are all nestled perfectly into lush greenery which opens up into views of the ocean, the resort’s swimming pools and Mui Ne town.
The culinary experiences are second-to-none and include an all-day dining restaurant and grill, beachside restaurant and bar, Lang Viet Restaurant and Bar and the elegant Saigon Bar in the lobby.
Alongside the communal swimming pools, the on-site Anam Spa is the perfect place for guests who are seeking some downtime and relaxation or, for those who are more adventurous, the resort offers opportunities for kitesurfing, jet skiing, sailing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, bodyboarding, and surfing at Mui Ne beach.
Gran Meliá, Nha Trang
Gran Meliá, owned and developed by the Meliá International Hotel Group, is due to open in 2023, and will expand the group’s footprint in the country to 15 properties.
The Nha Trang region of Vietnam is known for its vibrant scuba diving scene and beautiful beaches, and this hotel has been designed to enable guests to make the most of these attractions.
Gran Meliá Nha will feature a total of 96 idyllic and luxurious beach front villas, and will also house an eclectic mixture of international dining options, relaxing wellness facilities, swimming pools and more.
The carefully thought out location of the property will allow guests the opportunity to visit the main attractions of the area which, alongside the many beaches, include the famous Ponagar Tower, Long Son Pagoda and Bo Ho Waterfall.
Sol by Meliá, Cam Ranh Bay
Looking towards the end of 2023, Sol by Melia is due to open along the golden shores of Vietnam’s south central coast. The new property, which takes inspiration from the ocean for its design, will hold an impressive 816 rooms in total, and house multiple facilities to make guests’ stays as comfortable as possible.
Facilities will include four restaurants, various swimming pools, a state-of-the-art spa situated on its own island and a fitness and sports club, complete with tennis courts.
In addition to the 816 bedrooms, there will also be an additional 40 villas and 29 bungalows within the grounds of the hotel, facing towards the white sands of Cam Ranh Bay, for those seeking privacy and seclusion.
The hotel’s spa is undoubtedly set to be one of the highlighting features of the property. With 12-treatment rooms, it will serve as a wellness oasis at the centre of one of the largest ponds within the grounds, connected only by foot bridge and with unique massage bungalows spanning out above the water from the spa’s centre.
Fusion Resort and Villas Da Nang
Set to open in July of this year, Fusion Resort and Villas is set to become one of Vietnam’s most impressive luxury wellness retreats.
With 242 rooms and villas in total, Fusion will provide the ultimate getaway for its guests, allowing them to focus on their physical and mental wellness. The 85 villas will range from having one to six bedrooms and each property will feature romantic, secluded gardens and swimming pools, bringing visitors a sense of privacy and intimacy.
As an added wellness element, each guest staying at the resort will be welcome to one wellness treatment per day, ensuring each guest is able to experience the expertly designed 26 treatment-room spa during their stay.
