Centrally located near Hoan Kiem Lake, Apricot Hotel is an elegant boutique property that blends classical European design with Vietnamese artistry, offering a refined retreat in the cultural heart of Hanoi.
Housed in a beautifully restored building overlooking the lake, the hotel’s interiors are a celebration of local creativity, adorned with original Vietnamese artworks, marble floors, and warm tones that evoke timeless sophistication and charm.
Rooms are tastefully decorated in a neoclassical style, featuring plush bedding, polished wooden floors, and marble bathrooms with rain showers or soaking tubs. Many offer lake or city views from large windows or private balconies. Each includes fast Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a minibar, smart TV, and premium amenities, ensuring both comfort and convenience.
Dining at Apricot Hotel is a highlight. L’Artiste serves contemporary Vietnamese and international cuisine prepared in an open kitchen, while Palette offers a more casual setting for breakfast and all-day dining. The rooftop bar, One36, provides panoramic views of Hoan Kiem Lake—a perfect spot for sunset cocktails or evening relaxation.
Guests can enjoy the hotel’s facilities, including a rooftop infinity pool, a fully equipped fitness centre, and Spa L’Art for massages and wellness treatments that blend Eastern and Western techniques.
Location is exceptional—just steps from Hoan Kiem Lake, the Old Quarter, and key attractions such as the Hanoi Opera House and St Joseph’s Cathedral, placing guests at the heart of the city’s vibrant life.
Reviews frequently praise the attentive staff, artful interiors, and tranquil ambience despite the hotel’s central setting, with many calling it a “peaceful sanctuary” amid the energy of Hanoi.
Bottom Line: Apricot Hotel combines artistic elegance, boutique charm, and a superb lakeside location, offering travellers an intimate and stylish stay that captures the essence of Hanoi’s cultural sophistication.
2 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
1x Sketch
5 Stars
Hotel
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 123
Special Interests: Gourmet, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Relaxation
Sailing through the breathtaking seascape of Halong Bay, Paradise Luxury Cruise offers an elegant and intimate journey aboard a beautifully appointed traditional-style junk, combining refined comfort, personalised service, and the timeless allure of Vietnam’s most iconic destination.
Crafted from rich wood with graceful lines and contemporary touches, the vessel exudes classic Indochinese charm. Expansive decks, polished interiors, and panoramic windows allow guests to fully immerse themselves in the bay’s limestone karsts and emerald waters.
Cabins are tastefully furnished with polished timber, soft lighting, and large windows framing stunning views. Each features plush bedding, ensuite bathrooms with rain showers, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and thoughtful amenities, providing a sanctuary of comfort and privacy. Some suites include private balconies or terraces for uninterrupted bay views.
Dining aboard is a highlight, with the restaurant serving beautifully presented Vietnamese and international cuisine using fresh, local ingredients. Guests can savour a romantic dinner under the stars or enjoy breakfast on the sundeck as mist rises from the bay. The bar offers fine wines and cocktails in a relaxed setting, ideal for unwinding after a day of exploration.
The cruise’s facilities include a sundeck with loungers, a small spa for traditional massages, and onboard cooking demonstrations. Excursions to Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island, and kayaking through tranquil lagoons or floating villages provide a rich sense of place and adventure.
Reviews consistently praise the attentive staff, luxurious yet intimate atmosphere, and well-paced itinerary that balances relaxation with discovery.
Bottom Line: Paradise Luxury Cruise delivers a refined Halong Bay experience where comfort, cuisine, and captivating scenery come together seamlessly, perfect for travellers seeking elegance, authenticity, and a touch of indulgence on the water.
1 Night
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
1x Suite
Cruise Ship
Overlooking the tranquil Thu Bon River, Hotel Royal Hoi An – MGallery is an elegant riverside sanctuary that combines Art Nouveau sophistication with the romantic heritage of Hoi An’s trading past. Part of Accor’s boutique MGallery collection, it offers refined comfort within walking distance of the Ancient Town’s lantern-lined streets and riverside cafés.
The hotel’s design draws inspiration from a 17th-century love story between a Japanese merchant and a Vietnamese princess, reflected in its graceful East-meets-West architecture and decorative motifs. Inside, polished marble floors, ornate lanterns, and delicate detailing create a refined yet welcoming atmosphere that feels both luxurious and deeply rooted in local culture.
Rooms are beautifully styled, blending contemporary design with Indochine flourishes. Expect plush bedding, elegant bathrooms with freestanding tubs or rain showers, and balconies offering river or city views. All rooms include air conditioning, Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and coffee machines. The Grand Deluxe and Royal Suites provide generous space, refined décor, and private balconies that make the most of the riverside setting.
Dining is a highlight, with two restaurants offering diverse flavours. Wakaku serves authentic Japanese cuisine in an intimate, refined setting, while Faifo Café features international and Vietnamese dishes, including a popular breakfast buffet. The Art Nouveau-inspired rooftop bar, The Deck, is renowned for its panoramic sunset views and creative cocktails - a perfect spot to end the day.
Location is excellent, just a 10-minute stroll from Hoi An Ancient Town, with easy access to the Japanese Bridge, riverside markets, and tailor shops. Anjuna Beach Club, operated by the hotel, provides a complimentary shuttle to An Bang Beach for guests seeking a seaside escape.
Leisure facilities include a large outdoor pool, a smaller infinity pool on the rooftop, a full-service spa with local treatments, and a well-equipped fitness centre.
Reviews highlight the friendly, professional service, spacious rooms, and superb breakfast, with guests often praising the romantic riverside setting and rooftop views.
Bottom Line: Hotel Royal Hoi An – MGallery delivers polished riverside luxury in an enchanting location, combining history, style, and exceptional service — perfect for couples and travellers seeking elegance in the heart of Hoi An.
2 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
1x Deluxe Room
Hotel
Opened in 1925 on the curve of the Saigon River, Hotel Majestic Saigon is a grand dame of the city: white-shuttered windows, wrought-iron balconies and marble-flecked lobbies that echo the romance of old Indochina. Step inside from Đồng Khởi Street and the pace softens - ceiling fans turn lazily, polished timber glows under soft light, and fresh flowers scent the air. It’s a heritage stay with genuine sense of place, perfectly suited to travellers who appreciate history without sacrificing comfort.
Rooms retain classic character - parquet floors, period furnishings, tall windows and generous bathrooms with separate tubs and showers - balanced by modern touches such as efficient air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, minibars and kettles. Many rooms feature petite balconies; river-facing categories are worth the premium for sunrise over the water. The Colonial Deluxe and Colonial Pool rooms suit shorter stays, while the suites add living space and larger terraces for evening drinks.
Dining is a pleasure, starting with breakfast on the breezy rooftop where the river unwraps below. All-day venues serve a mix of Vietnamese staples and international favourites — think fragrant phở, fresh tropical fruit and well-executed Western classics - while the signature rooftop bar pours cocktails with glittering skyline views. Downstairs, a café-bar provides a quiet corner for coffee and a light bite between outings.
Location is superb for District 1: moments from the riverside promenade and an easy stroll to the Saigon Opera House, Nguyen Hue Walking Street and the boutiques of Đồng Khởi. Ben Thanh Market and the Independence Palace are a short taxi away, and the hotel’s frontage makes pick-ups for tours and transfers straightforward.
Leisure facilities include a sheltered outdoor pool ringed by greenery, a small but capable fitness room and a spa offering Vietnamese therapies - ideal after a day in the heat. Concierge staff can arrange dining reservations, AO Show tickets and private guides to the city’s key sights.
Reviews consistently praise the old-world atmosphere, warm service, rooftop outlook and central address. Some note that heritage rooms can feel traditional rather than flashy - part of the charm for most, but worth bearing in mind if you prefer a contemporary aesthetic.
Bottom Line: A storied riverside icon with unmistakable Saigon soul - classic rooms, rooftop views and a prime District 1 address make Hotel Majestic a refined base for exploring the city.
3 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
1x Colonial Deluxe Room
Hotel
MGallery La Veranda Resort Phu Quoc is a French-colonial style luxury boutique resort, facing the sunsets on Phu Quoc Island’s Duong Don Beach.
Phu Quoc is one of Vietnam’s most picturesque islands and the 70-room MGallery La Veranda Phu Quoc is designed to reflect the ambience of a seaside colonial style mansion, set amidst a tropical garden along a beautiful white sandy beach.
La Veranda Phu Quoc is ideal for those looking for a tranquil and characterful island beach resort in Vietnam for a stand-alone beach holiday in Vietnam, or for those looking to add on a few days in a boutique beach retreat after a tour of Vietnam.
Several flights a day connect Saigon with Phu Quoc (a 45-minute flight).
Rooms are lovely – very spacious, with private terraces and interiors, which continue the colonial theme and create a homely ambience.
Phu Quoc International Airport has opened the island to more international flights, so now is the time to go to Phu Quoc, before it's really 'discovered'.
The relaxing chug of a fishing boat, the distant sound of a cows bell, the call of circling Sea Eagles – some of the sounds which may lull you to sleep at La Veranda Resort Phu Quoc.
La Veranda Resort Phu Quoc has a real colonial-era ambience, with sepia prints, louvered shutters, whirring ceiling fans, cane armchairs and potted palm plants giving the resort a really tropical French-colonial feel.
Jasmine and frangipani scent the air and bird of paradise plants add their distinctive profile to lush tropical gardens, attracting birds and butterflies in equal measure.
The restaurant almost next door to La Veranda has a huge menu and is great value.
Phu Quoc has developed quite a bit in recent years from a very low-key destination to something of a boom island. La Veranda is a place to escape to however - it's not a place for nightlife and endless diversions.
4 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
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