The Vietage Train

Within 35 hectares of tropical gardens set on the pristine shoreline of Ha My beach, sixty one-bedroom villas and forty pool villas make up this exclusive and palatial hotel. As well as a place for indulgent relaxation, Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai is also well located for exploring the charming 15th century town of Hoi An that sits a few short miles away. While away your days here next to one of three expansive infinity pools or take a dip in the tranquil Gulf of Tonkin. Then, rejuvenate with an Oriental ritual therapy treatment before dining at one of the three varied and excellent restaurants. The Beach restaurant is particularly recommended in the evening to sample the day’s freshest catch. If you are after something extra special, the pool villas come with their own private butler. From romantic candle-lit dinners on the beach, to Hoi An’s finest tailors custom fitting your formal attire, to private Vietnamese cooking classes, your butler will ensure you experience every touch of sophisticated decadence during your stay. Hoi An and its UNESCO World Heritage Site old town are minutes away and a delight to explore the pretty streets steeped in history and culture. Those in search of gifts and souvenirs can shop quality silk, jade, pearls and quality linen from the riverside stores.

Little under a kilometre from the Imperial City of Hue, along the banks of the Perfume River, Ancient Hue Garden Houses is located in the historic village of Kim Long. This well-preserved village is a former residential area of the high mandarins and members of the royal family. Nestled among the green trees, the Ancient Hue Garden Houses are a unique relic of the Mandarin lifestyle that can only be found in Hue. There are five luxuriously appointed private houses – with either one or two bedrooms – bordering the landscaped garden around the pool. The decor features wood carvings, feudal architecture and traditional folk colours, designed to blend harmoniously with the surroundings. Built according to feng shui principles, each elegant room contains historic artefacts, paintings and private terraces looking out onto the lush garden. For those wishing to dine in style, the in-house restaurant, Kim Long, offers a unique fine dining experience. Taste local Vietnamese delicacies with both Asian and European flavours, designed to emulate a modern-day version of the royal feasts enjoyed by Vietnamese nobles. The in-house spa also offers the ultimate pampering experience while the outdoor pool is the perfect place to wind down.

In true Six Senses style, the fifty-eight chic, eco-luxe villas at Ninh Van Bay are sustainably built, perfectly private and redefine the term ‘barefoot luxury’. This resort focuses on the conservation of the wildlife in the area, paying special attention to the rare endangered monkeys and the coral reefs, and partaking in an array of programmes to go beyond environmental requirements and support the greater community. Thatched roofs, deep wooden baths and natural linens create an earthy feel that instantly transports you to a feeling of truly being away from it all without compromising on modern comforts of Wi-Fi and fully loaded iPods, on request. The in-villa wine cellar ensures that guests have the perfect accompaniment to their private terrace with panoramic sea views. There are three enticing dining options, such as a romantic eatery, overlooking the beach and a relaxed restaurant by the pool, as well as a wine cave and a cocktail bar. Clean, drinking water is available on-site from a reverse osmosis plant, and plastic bottles are banned from the resort. Guests can also indulge in a variety of activities from hiking and tennis to island hopping and scuba diving in and around the bay. For an indulgent wellness experience, you can try the morning Tai Chi or yoga and take the Cai River excursions to immerse yourself in warm, mineral-rich mud and hot springs.

This hotel’s collection of luxurious private pavilions occupy a truly enviable location on a hillside in the Nui Chua National Park with uninterrupted views of Vinh Hy Bay and the East Sea. Each very private pavilion and villa is flawlessly served by the staff, and your accommodation is a slick mix of contemporary and characteristic Vietnamese design. The hotel has direct access to the Amanoi beach, so from here to the Cliff Pool and the beach club you are spoilt for choice as to where to lay your towel. Renowned for its extensive spa positioned around the hotel’s own lotus-filled lake, there is no question of you not leaving here the most relaxed you have ever been. As well as five treatment rooms there is a hair and finishing salon, as well as a number of tranquil relaxation lounges.