Luxury resorts in remote area’s of Vietnam 2022
Author: Kris Goetghebeur
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Six Senses Ninh Van Bay :
Six Senses Ninh Van Bay sits on a dramatic bay that gives the feeling of an island, with impressive rock formations and overlooking the sea. A golden sand beach and towering mountains add to the sense of being intimately at one with nature. The family friendly resort presents the reality of the destination, with an architectural style incorporating traditions of Vietnam. The 62 accommodations are all personal villas with private plunge pools.
Six Senses Spa at Ninh Van Bay is a sanctuary for all the senses. Traditional Vietnamese, Six Senses signature treatments and customized Yogic wellness programs are available to suit individual guest’s needs. In addition to the breath-taking treatment rooms where guests feel at one with nature, the spa is equipped with a Flying yoga pavilion, gymnasium, a meditation sala, spa retail gallery and outdoor jungle-gym training circuit.
Six Senses Ninh Van Bay not only offers the perfect location for relaxation, but its proximity to Nha Trang and its prime position in a calm and sheltered bay means that guests can enjoy many activities and excursions on and under water at the coral house reef, and on land. Whether choosing to join a cultural or wildlife excursion or make use of the resort’s facilities and wide variety of sporting equipment, the resort strives to ensure that every experience will be truly unique and unforgettable. This is also a perfect setting for a beautiful and memorable wedding.
Vietnamese Wellness Traditions Revealed at Anantara Spa in Quy Nhon
Anantara Spa is a wellbeing paradise nestled among the trees at the newly-opened Anantara Quy Nhon Villas on the south central coast of Vietnam. Hidden away among the lush tropical greenery and perched on a mountainous hillside overlooking the stunning Quy Nhon Bay, the spa’s signature experiences centre on organic and natural ingredients, along with indigenous touches to give a Vietnamese twist.
Physical activities take place on the resort’s secluded private beach, or on the expansive spa deck and range from sunrise yoga and guided meditation to tai chi, meditation and a native form of martial arts called Viet Vo Dao. Anantara’s signature Balance Wellness concept offers a uniquely flexible approach to feeling good, through an inspirational range of wellness journeys, holistic healing treatments and tranquility programmes.
A Masters of Wellness visiting practitioner calendar allows guests to book private sessions with alternative therapists who are trusted experts in holistic healing and specialized areas of relaxation, rejuvenation and re-invigoration treatments.
Anantara Quy Nhon Villas is an upscale villa retreat located in a secluded bay in south central Vietnam. The resort comprises 26 one- and two-bedroom ocean-facing beachfront and hillside villas ensconced amid 7.2 hectares of landscaped tropical gardens. Quy Nhon is a historic city with a diverse surrounding landscape ideal for exploration. From adventurous hikes to secluded temples, discerning travellers can immerse themselves in the culture of this fascinating country. The resort is a 40-minute drive from Phu Cat International Airport and only a 15-minute drive from downtown Quy Nhon. Daily flights into Phu Cat are currently operated from Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi.
Six Senses Con Dao Island
Six Senses Con Dao is set in a protected national and marine park. Comprising 50 contemporary private pool villas it has been recognized as a top eco lodge by National Geographic Traveler. Several dining options offer local flavors, seafood and international cuisine.
Our crystal water re-mineralizing plant, which produces and bottles all the resorts drinking water was fully updated, increasing capacity and efficiency. Meaning we can provide even more FDA approved drinking water onsite, in our own glass bottles – never plastic!
Many resort pathways, swimming pools and back of house areas were re-tiled, using our recycled glass bottle plant. Turning wine bottles into Terrazzo flooring, cutting down 100% of all glass waste; quickly turned into a hard long-lasting pathway, perfect for our resort.
As the human footprints in the sand lessened, our endangered green turtle incubation center “Let’s Get Cracking” experienced record breaking hatching rates of over 95% and over 3,000 turtles successfully released back to the protected waters in 2021, in association with the National Park. Beaches were maintained in the style a mother turtle is familiar with, to come to our shores and safely lay eggs, including the formation of “Hideaway Beach”. Incubation training and turtle handling classes are held weekly, to ensure the best possible hatching rates, which are now considered world leading.
Our organic produce flourished, with the increase of the gardens to 1500 square meters to include herbs, chilies, New Zealand passion fruit, watermelons, capsicum and so much more. Chickens came to roost in their exclusive private villa, where the freshest eggs are laid.
A new dining experience launched, “Dining Under the Stars” providing a chance to dine at the herb garden rooftop of “By the Beach” with panoramic ocean views. Up to 8 people can enjoy this unique experience, adding to the already impressive “Chefs Table”, “Wine Cellar”, “Sense of Gardening”, “By the Market”, and Private Residences and Beach Dining that the resort already delivers to its guests.
A Unique Oasis of Calm in the Mekong Delta
A relaxing base from which to explore Vietnam’s Mekong Delta and the bustling waterside city of Can Tho, the 60-room Azerai Can Tho is built on a verdant islet in the Hau River, offering an exclusive setting that is only accessed by boat. The stylish and contemporary guest rooms, including spacious 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedrooom, 4-bedroom and 5-bedroom luxury pool villas, have been designed to blend harmoniously with the tropical setting and are surrounded by lush gardens and trees, and follow the natural contour of the islet’s northern shoreline. The Azerai Spa sits along the banks of interior mangrove canals and is tucked under a shaded canopy of banyan trees. Opened in mid-2018, Azerai Can Tho is part of the Azerai portfolio founded by the legendary hotelier Adrian Zecha.
Over the past year, Azerai Can Tho also introduced new monthly yoga and Pilates retreats, as the resort continued to embrace its growing reputation as one of southern Vietnam’s most unique wellness and culinary destinations.
AVANA RETREAT
Nestled in the true beauty of Mai Chau’s lush jungles and leafy valleys, Avana Retreat is a high-end mountain retreat, designed to represent a genuine love for natural environment.
Avana Retreat where remarkable landscapes meet tribal heritages. Located among three ethnic groups deep in a tropical forest, Avana represents the inseparable connection between nature and people.
“Act first, think later” was what our founders had in mind when they decided to acquire this 15-hectare area. Although they had no real vision of what they wanted to do with it, they knew that somehow they wanted to preserve the natural beauty and local heritage from the kind of mass-tourism development that has overrun other beautiful, natural spots in Vietnam.The story began with a stunning waterfall, running through the area bringing life with it.
Walk on the wooden bridge and follow the mellow scents while letting the sound of the waterfall sweep you gently to Orchid Spa. Amid nature’s constant motion, this secluded place stands silently as a wellness sanctuary for travelers.eamle
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Tam Coq Garden in Ninh Binh :
“Nested between lumbering limestone peaks and glistening rice paddies, Tam Coc Garden is a charming oasis that is endowed with rich natural and cultural heritage. The resort is designed according to the original construction of an authentic Tonkinese village with stone houses and tile roofs in the middle of a lush garden. Everything appeals to travelers who appreciate the beauty of nature, traditional values, local culture and who have a stake in creating ecologically sustainable travel experiences.”
The ancient royal capital Hoa Lu holds a key role in Vietnamese history. Being located in the Red River Delta, it is part of the Trang An landscape complex in the Ninh Binh region.
Our ecolodge sanctuary completely immersed in an unspoiled nature is the perfect exclusive retreat for special occasions. We maintain an ideal environment to disconnect from regular busy lives and reconnect to yourself, nature, and the people around you. Have the entire place just for yourself, and your group will experience complete privacy, serenity and the freedom to create an entirely personalised event.
Azerai Hue :
Set on a two and a half-hectare site with 200 metres of frontage on the fabled Perfume River, Azerai La Residence, Hue has 122 rooms and suites.The colonial mansion at the heart of the resort was built in 1930s as part of the residence of the French Resident Superieure. Its two complementary wings, built in 2005, are contemporary in design yet echo elements of art deco aesthetics and embrace an expansive tropical garden and salt-water swimming pool.
Azerai Ke Ga :
Set amongst 4.5 hectares of verdant gardens, Azerai Ke Ga Bay is located approximately 180km east of Ho Chi Minh City. The resort is secluded ocean front retreat, centrally positioned on a sweeping 5km white sand beach. Framed to the East by Hon Ba Island with its historic lighthouse and to the west by soaring sand dunes, the location provides a tranquil setting, ideal for relaxation and rejuvenation. Spacious pavilions open to outdoor terraces and gardens and feature muted tones, inspired by the hues of sand and granite from the local area, create anelegant, casual and private setting.
Topas Ecolodge – A touch of Scandinavia in Vietnam
Topas Ecolodge is a boutique ecolodge situated atop a beautiful hillside deep in the mountains of Hoang Lien National Park, just 45 minutes outside Sapa in northern Vietnam.
Nominated as one of the best places to stay if you care about the Earth, Topas Ecolodge provides the perfect setting to indulge in guilt-free modern convenience all while protecting the surrounding environment and local cultures, as well as our guests during these uncertain times.
Our 41 rustic mountain bungalows are designed out of local white granite in a minimalistic chalet-style, providing you with all comforts while letting the main attraction, the magnificent and raw natural beauty of Vietnam, take center stage.
Whether you’re enjoying the view from your private balcony or using us as the perfect base to explore the surrounding areas by foot or bike, Topas Ecolodge is the only place to go in Sapa for those who want the utmost in exclusivity as well as the finest mountains views in all of Vietnam.
Banyan Tree and Angsana Lang Co
Perched over a unique crescent bay framed by a three-kilometre beach on the Central Coast of Vietnam, Banyan Tree and Angsana Lang Co are seaside sanctuaries situated in Vietnam’s most desirable destination – Lang Co Bay, renowned for its pristine coastline, tropical jungles, rugged mountain peaks and proximity to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Guests are invited to step into a mysterious world of a lost Champa Kingdom at My Son Sanctuary, wander through the vibrant lantern-lit streets of Hoi An Ancient Town, or explore the Imperial City of Hue, known as the capital of Vietnam’s last dynasty. Designed to offer an exquisitely private and intimate space, Banyan Tree Lang Co is a tropical paradise of naturally-luxurious all-pool villas. While the Lagoon and Beach Pool Villas are perfect for nature immersions, the Hillside Seaview Pool Villas featuring infinity-edged swimming pools and mesmerizing East Sea views are dedicated to romantic escapes. Offering a hideaway to focus on oneself, the award-winning Banyan Tree Spa introduces visitors to the holistic treatments for physical, mental, and spiritual renewal. For those seeking a complete wellness retreat that combines a leisure vacation with wellbeing elements, Banyan Tree Lang Co’s Wellbeing Beach Pool Villa is an ideal choice with a collection of wellness experiences, from sleep enhancement, in-room wellbeing amenities, nightly rest rituals to daily balanced breakfast, and more.
Committed to providing safe and convenient travel experiences, Banyan Tree Lang Co have rolled out a “SafeSanctuary” Programme featuring a set of 40 protocols of heightened assurance and wellbeing standards in order to open the doors for international guests to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Lang Co Bay, Central Vietnam.