Hotel of the Day: Amanoi, Vietnam

Perched on the clifftops overlooking the Vinh Hy Bay, Amanoi is the perfect secluded paradise away from the busy cities of Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi. With its own private beach and temple-like design, and a selection of private luxury villas, the 5-star resort is certainly ideal for those who want a slice of tranquillity. With its perfect location that offers stunning views over the bay, it’s safe to say that every type of traveller will feel special here, whether you’re travelling with family, as a couple, or are a business or solo traveller. 

Customise your trip with the variety of experiences on offer here, including watersports, activities and National Park excursions and exploring. You’re certain to feel refreshed and rejuvenated once you leave here, courtesy of the onsite wellness spa and fitness facilities. Plus, if you’re looking for the perfect event or wedding venue, you don’t need to look much further than Amanoi, with its gorgeous spaces– or, you can rent out the entire resort if you’re looking to host a corporate event or weekend getaway. It’s safe to say that this hotel perfectly suits a variety of needs and preferences, so let’s take a closer look at what it offers.

Room Types

The villa and pavilion-style accommodation here really reinforce the homely feeling that this resort exudes. Each villa is your own private paradise, and you can choose from a range of options like family residences, quiet mountain or lakeside retreats. Most villas feature their own private pools and terrace/decking, and include room(s) with the best quality bedding and comfort, as well as separate living spaces and the most amazing views. 

You can use your private villa as a base for coming home after a busy day exploring the mountains, Nui Chua National Park or relaxing on the beach – or, if you don’t want to venture too far and simply want a relaxing weekend with your own private pool and living/dining area, that’s okay too. 

Facilities and Amenities

Amanoi offers access to the best luxury amenities, which includes a secluded private beach, access to surrounding National Parks, mountains and jungle, and a wellness spa and fitness centre. The spa includes different treatments, therapies and fitness classes, and you can also find customisable event spaces that you can tailor based on the event you wish to host.

It’s completely up to you how you spend your time here at Amanoi, but it’ll be hard to figure out what to do and where to go first – do you relax on the private beach, enjoy a spa treatment, dip in your own private pool or partake in watersports? 

Dining

Amanoi offers three main dining spots, and a number of dining experiences and options like afternoon tea, private dining and barbecues. Its main restaurants include the Restaurant, Beach Club and Bar, all of which offer a traditional Vietnamese experience by way of flavour, atmosphere and service. 

The Restaurant offers an all-day dining experience, serving authentic Vietnamese cuisine made from seasonal and local fresh ingredients in the comfort of a beautifully and tastefully-decorated space. The Beach Club is a more chilled affair, with a stunning setting overlooking the beach, and serving lunch classics and relaxed poolside dining, and the Bar is the perfect place to unwind with a cocktail or your favourite tipple as you relax in the comfy armchair-style seating. 

Experiences and Activities 

Amanoi offers a range of fun activities and experiences, including sailing, exploring the UNESCO Nui Chua National Park, snorkelling tours through the reef, history tours, or 18-hole golfing. Some experiences are seasonal too, making the most of the beautiful Vietnamese summer, vibrant autumn or quieter winter months. 

You can also experience a range of cultural activities and learn more about the Cham people and their culture, cuisine and traditions. Here, you can also try your hand at a range of watersports, from windsurfing and kayaking to catamaran tours and private cruises. As for family travellers, you can find a range of family and kid-friendly activities such as painting, tennis, archery and cookery, although certain activities may only be suitable for certain ages. 

Who It’s Best For

It’s safe to say that every type of traveller and visitor to this resort will be well catered for from the very beginning right the way through to the end of their stay. With family villas and pavilions with separate bedrooms, to smaller private escapes that would suit couples or solo travellers, to whole property renting for business events and parties, this resort will perfectly suit your needs. With a range of fun activities from kid-friendly experiences to adult-suited fun, this resort really takes inclusivity to the highest level. 

The discerning traveller, foodie, adventurer or explorer will find a home here, not just in the hotel itself but thanks to its surroundings. If your aim is just to relax and have a good time in the comfort of your private villa, then by all means do so, but if you want to explore and appreciate your local area, that too is encouraged and respected. There’s no right or wrong way to experience Amanoi hotel, and you can command your own experience in any way you’d like. 

Sustainability 

Being located where it is, this resort is already one step ahead as its surroundings, the Nui Chua National Park, are rife with biodiversity and are a UNESCO biosphere. By promoting local and indigenous traditions and cultures, this resort is committed to preserving and upholding its surroundings and the local community, and the resort itself has implemented several environmentally-conscious practices. 

The resort’s main sustainable practices include effective and efficient waste management, water filtration and food waste reduction. The food they serve here is also locally sourced and often plant-based, thereby contributing to a more environmentally-conscious and ethical way of life. The Amanoi resort is committed to promoting and preserving its local community, whether through serving local or indigenous cuisine, or contributing to conservation efforts and liaising closely with local farmers. The resort also ensures that every guest plays their part and feels the environmentally-conscious practices that are so heavily promoted here.

Unique Selling Point

Amanoi is cited by many as one of the world’s most celebrated and respected sustainable hotels, but it’s not just its environment policies that have attracted attention. The hotel’s local area, unique design and accommodation style, and wellness programmes are also what make it stand out among its competitors. Here are some of the unique selling points of Amanoi that make it have the edge over other Vietnamese resorts:

Its location: Incredibly secluded, there likely isn’t another hotel for miles, making this one automatically a top choice for locals or visitors to the area. Secondly, the hotel’s jungle and National Park surroundings make it a firm favourite for adventurers or nature connoisseurs, and having your own private beach access is also a perk. 

Its inclusivity: You’re guaranteed to be included and welcomed here, whether you’re here on business, on a family trip or are wanting a romantic couples getaway or solo travel experience. The accommodation suits each type of traveller, the activities and experiences are inclusive and designed to suit individual needs, and the promotion of local indigenous culture makes this a friendly and open space, and allows you to immerse yourself in Vietnam’s culture and culinary scene. 

Its sustainability: With an extensive and efficient sustainability programme, one of Amanoi’s missions is to appreciate and respect its surroundings, which it does through conservation, waste management, local sourcing and promoting agriculture. Its surrounding Nui Chua National Park is a UNESCO Biosphere, also helping the resort promote biodiversity.