Situated near Hoi An, one of the most charming towns in Vietnam, the Nam Hai is one of Vietnam’s best and most luxurious hotels. Inspired by the opulent designs of the nearby Tu Doc royal tombs of Hue, the resort offers a touch of feng shui tranquillity.
Interiors are decked in Vietnamese lacquer and silk, the elegant pool is three-tiered, and sleek spa villas are made from marble and teak wood overlooking a calm lagoon. Everything here is inspired by a play on natural elements, wind and water.
Choose from 60 villas and 40 pool villas hidden in amongst tropical gardens or sitting on the edge of the shore, each providing a sleek oriental atmosphere of local Vietnamese artwork, had spun silks, local polished woods and an elevated bedroom inspired by Vietnamese garden houses. Each villa also has the lavish eggshell coloured bathroom opens out onto a private garden with outdoor rain shower.
Curl up with a book in the comfy yet stylish library, salute the sun on the beach with morning yoga classes, relax with indulgent spa packages and dine under the stars for a romantic gourmet meal. Enjoy Eastern or Western style breakfasts out on deck overlooking the sea, Vietnamese delicacies and fresh seafood at The Beach Restaurant and while the evenings away with cocktails in the water gardens at The Bar.
Honeymoon specials
The Romance in Style honeymoon package includes villa accommodation, internal flight transfers, a buffet breakfast, a private barbecue dinner with champagne and a honeymoon cake, a massage for two, a ‘love bath’ ceremony, a personal shopper to accompany you to Hoi An, and non-alcoholic beverages from the mini-bar.
Beyond the bedroom
Lying on one of the longest stretches of sandy beaches in the country, the Nam Hai provides guests with the best of both worlds - culture and relaxation. Don’t forget to visit the nearby UNESCO World Heritage town of Hoi An with its quaint colonial French and Japanese architecture, as well as the regal city of Hue with its many royal complexes.
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