Which five Vietnamese hotels win Travel + Leisure awards?

At the 2025 Luxury Awards ceremony in Bangkok, Thailand, last week American travel magazine Travel + Leisure honored five Vietnamese hotels for their outstanding luxury, service and design.

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Leading the “Best City Hotels” category in Vietnam is Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi. Situated at 15 Ngo Quyen Street in Hoan Kiem District, it is Vietnam’s oldest luxury hotel, opening its doors in 1901. Travel + Leisure described it as “a symbol of French colonial elegance and refined hospitality since 1901.”

The hotel has over 350 rooms at prices starting at VND5.7 million (US$218).

The awards in five categories were decided by votes from travel experts, readers and guests. Unlike regional awards, they recognize the best hotels in each country individually.

The “Best Beach and Island Resorts” award went to InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula, which boasts a Michelin-starred restaurant, the first in Da Nang. Room prices start at VND24.6 million ($941).

Described by Travel + Leisure as a place where time slows down in the heart of Hoi An, Anantara Hoi An was named the best suburban hotel. Situated by the Thu Bon River minutes away from the ancient town, it boasts a blend of classical architecture and modern amenities.

A highlight is the Art Space restaurant, offering a culinary experience where east-west tapas are presented as art alongside painting exhibitions. It is also the first venue in Vietnam to use 3D food printing technology.

Room prices start at VND7 million ($268).

JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa was recognized as the hotel with the best swimming pool in Vietnam. Located in Phu Quoc, the resort has three pools, including one designed like a seashell.

Prices start at VND8.8 million ($337).

La Veranda Resort Phu Quoc won in the “Best Hotel Spas” category. Its Tinh Wellness Sanctuary spa has eight treatment rooms and four VIP rooms designed around the elements of earth, water, wood, and fire. Treatments include detox, physical recovery, a saltwater pool, yoga center, and gym.

Room prices start at VND2.8 million ($107).

Vietnam also made the top three in the “Best Integrated Resort in Asia-Pacific 2025” category with its Hoiana Resort & Golf in Hoi An, where room rates start from VND3.2 million ($122.64).

Integrated resorts offer not only accommodation but also amenities such as restaurants, spas, conference centers, shopping, and entertainment.

The 2025 Luxury Awards honored excellence across 22 categories in the Asia-Pacific, covering hotels, spas, airlines, cruises, and more. Hanoi ranked seventh among the region’s top cities while Phu Quoc placed third among islands.

Azerai La Residence Hue’s general manager, Phan Trong Minh, was named Vietnam’s best GM.

Room rates were surveyed via published prices on apps like Booking and Agoda for weekday stays in July.

Source: VNExpress International