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ENThe best hotels in Vietnam, as voted by a US magazine, are located in popular tourist destinations such as Hanoi, Da Nang, Binh Thuan, Ninh Thuan, Phu Yen, Can Tho, and Phu Quoc. To offer fresh and exciting experiences and meet the growing demands of tourists, many hotels have adapted their business development strategies to keep pace with current trends. So, what hotel business development trends will be popular in 2023?
US travel magazine CnTraveler recently noted that many Vietnamese hotels are now making it onto top global lists, a distinction previously held only by Indonesia or Thailand. Key selection criteria include being new, luxurious, well-invested, featuring long beaches, and showcasing local architectural styles that reflect national history. Below are the 7 best hotels in Vietnam, independently assessed by CnTraveler experts, that travellers can visit on their next trip.
Amanoi tops the list. The rugged cliffs and sparse trees – the wild beauty of Vinh Hy Bay (Ninh Thuan) – give the resort "spectacular views". It features villas nestled on hills surrounding Nui Chua National Park. Room rates start from over VND 30 million. "It's hard to believe that this paradise with chattering squirrels, birdsong, and drooping banyan trees is just a 5-minute boat ride from downtown Can Tho," the American magazine describes Azerai Can Tho. The hotel is located on a small, jungle-clad island on the Hau River, 1.5 km from Ninh Kieu Wharf. Interiors are simple, with river or garden views. Room rates start from VND 5.9 million.
Architect Bill Bensley drew inspiration from the Hanoi Opera House for the architectural style of the Capella Hotel. From the lobby, adorned with theatrical props, to the 47 rooms designed to honour actors and singers, every detail in the hotel evokes the golden age of opera. The hotel is located in the heart of Hanoi, with room rates starting from over 2 million VND. Nestled on the Son Tra Peninsula in Da Nang is the InterContinental Sun Peninsula Resort, a 30-minute drive from Da Nang Airport. The hotel opened in 2012. Architect Bill Bensley transformed this expansive coastal site into a "fairytale land" with villas resembling temples and gardens full of flowers. Prices start from 15 million VND.
Zannier Hotels Bai San Ho in Phu Yen is nestled amidst rice fields, hills, and a long coral beach. Here, the villas draw inspiration from Vietnamese culture, featuring thatched roofs, woven bamboo walls, and fabric-draped beds. Room rates start from 9.5 million VND. Regent Phu Quoc is tucked away on the white sands of Long Beach, Duong To district, Phu Quoc Island. It is just 17 km from the airport, with daily direct flights to and from major cities like Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang. The hotel boasts 4 restaurants and 2 bars, serving local, Chinese, and European-American cuisine. Room rates start from 11 million VND.
The remaining hotel is The Anam Mui Ne, located in Phan Thiet City, Binh Thuan Province. The villas are built in a French style, with tiled floors and teak wood furniture. Each of the 127 rooms celebrates the art and craftsmanship of local artisans. Room rates start from 3.1 million VND. SOURCE: VnExpress Newspaper
