# Vietnam Vietnam is a vibrant Southeast Asian country known for its stunning landscapes, rich history, and delicious cuisine. From the bustling streets of Hanoi to the serene beauty of Ha Long Bay, Vietnam offers a diverse range of experiences for travelers. The country boasts lush rice terraces, pristine beaches, and ancient temples, alongside modern cities and a rapidly developing economy. **Key facts** - Currency: VND - Languages: Vietnamese - Timezone: Indochina Time (GMT+7) - Best known for: Pho, Ha Long Bay, Motorbike culture, War history, Lantern-lit Hoi An ## Cities - [Cam Ranh](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/south-east-asia/vietnam/cam-ranh.md) — 1 hotel - [Con Dao](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/south-east-asia/vietnam/con-dao.md) — 1 hotel - [Da Nang](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/south-east-asia/vietnam/da-nang.md) — 1 hotel - [Danang](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/south-east-asia/vietnam/danang.md) — 4 hotels - Ha Long — 1 hotel - [Hanoi](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/south-east-asia/vietnam/hanoi.md) — 4 hotels - [Ho Chi Minh City](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/south-east-asia/vietnam/ho-chi-minh-city.md) — 8 hotels - [Hoi An](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/south-east-asia/vietnam/hoi-an.md) — 3 hotels - [Lang Co](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/south-east-asia/vietnam/lang-co.md) — 1 hotel - [Nha Trang](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/south-east-asia/vietnam/nha-trang.md) — 3 hotels - [Ninh Van Bay](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/south-east-asia/vietnam/ninh-van-bay.md) — 1 hotel - [Phú Quốc](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/south-east-asia/vietnam/ph-u-quc.md) — 5 hotels - [Sapa](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/south-east-asia/vietnam/sapa.md) — 1 hotel - [Uông Bí](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/south-east-asia/vietnam/u-ong-b-i.md) — 1 hotel - [Vinh Hai](https://firstrowtravel.com/destinations/south-east-asia/vietnam/vinh-hai.md) — 1 hotel ## Hotels in Vietnam - [Conrad Phu Quoc](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/phu-quoc/conrad-phu-quoc.md) (5-star, Phú Quốc, not yet open) — Conrad Phu Quoc opens in 2027 on Phu Quoc, Vietnam. The hotel has 250 contemporary guest rooms within a major hospitality and event precinct created for the 2027 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting. The rooms take their cues from the island's… - [LXR Hotels & Resorts Da Nang](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/da-nang/lxr-hotels-resorts-da-nang.md) (5-star, Da Nang, not yet open) — LXR Hotels & Resorts Da Nang opens in 2028 as an 80-room retreat on Dao Xanh, a tranquil island in the Han River. The hotel sits in central Da Nang and brings LXR Hotels & Resorts to Vietnam for the first time, with locally inspired… - [Waldorf Astoria Hanoi](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/hanoi/waldorf-astoria-hanoi.md) (5-star, Hanoi, not yet open) — Waldorf Astoria Hanoi opens in 2027 in the historic centre of Hanoi, bringing the Waldorf Astoria name to Vietnam for the first time. The hotel occupies the former Hilton Hanoi Opera at 1 Le Thanh Tong Street, steps from the Old Quarter… - [Sheraton Nha Trang Hotel & Spa](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/nha-trang/sheraton-nha-trang-hotel-spa.md) (5-star, Nha Trang) — Beachfront 5-star hotel on Tran Phu Street with a 6th-floor infinity pool, sea-view rooms, Shine Spa, and home to Vietnam's first cooking school. - [JW Marriott Hotel & Suites Saigon](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/ho-chi-minh-city/jw-marriott-hotel-and-suites-saigon.md) (5-star, Ho Chi Minh City) — A polished 5-star hotel in downtown Ho Chi Minh City, steps from Notre Dame Cathedral and Ben Thanh Market, with a rooftop pool, full-service spa, and floor-to-ceiling views of the city skyline. - [The Reverie Saigon](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/ho-chi-minh-city/the-reverie-saigon.md) (5-star, Ho Chi Minh City) — A landmark luxury hotel in the heart of District 1, steps from the Opera House and Tax Trade Center, with a rooftop pool, full-service spa, and airport transfers included. - [InterContinental Halong Bay Resort by IHG](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/ha-long/intercontinental-halong-bay-resort-by-ihg.md) (5-star, Ha Long) — A beachfront 5-star resort on Ha Long Bay with an outdoor pool, spa, and restaurants serving French, Japanese, and seafood, plus free bikes, parking, and WiFi — ideal for families and couples alike. - [The Westin Resort & Spa Cam Ranh](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/cam-ranh/the-westin-resort-spa-cam-ranh.md) (5-star, Cam Ranh) — The 5-star Westin Resort & Spa Cam Ranh offers beachfront luxury with a rooftop pool, spa, and diverse dining options. Just minutes from Bai Dai Beach, it combines seaside relaxation with modern amenities for all guests. - [Le Méridien Saigon](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/ho-chi-minh-city/le-m-eridien-saigon.md) (5-star, Ho Chi Minh City) — Le Méridien Saigon, a 5-star hotel in Ho Chi Minh City's District 1, offers river views, contemporary rooms, and an infinity pool, with easy metro access to city attractions. - [Amanoi](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/vinh-hai/amanoi.md) (5-star, Vinh Hai) — Nestled between Núi Chúa National Park and a pristine bay, Amanoi is a 5-star sanctuary in Vinh Hai, offering luxurious wellness experiences, adventure activities, and exquisite Vietnamese cuisine with breathtaking coastal views. - [Gran Meliá Nha Trang](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/nha-trang/gran-meli-a-nha-trang.md) (5-star, Nha Trang) — Villa Le Corail, a luxurious 5-star beachfront resort in Nha Trang, offers private beach access, multiple dining options, and well-appointed rooms with sea views, blending Vietnamese charm with Gran Melia's renowned hospitality. - [Nha Trang Marriott Resort & Spa, Hon Tre Island](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/nha-trang/nha-trang-marriott-resort-spa-hon-tre-island.md) (5-star, Nha Trang) — This 5-star Marriott resort on Hon Tre Island offers a private beach, sea-view rooms, multiple dining options, and extensive leisure facilities, just minutes from Nha Trang's attractions. - [Danang Marriott Resort & Spa, Non Nuoc Beach Villas](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/danang/danang-marriott-resort-spa-non-nuoc-beach-villas.md) (5-star, Danang) — This 5-star beachfront resort in Danang offers 122 spacious villas set in lush gardens, combining privacy with easy access to city attractions and stunning beaches, just 25 minutes from the airport. - [Vinpearl Landmark 81, Autograph Collection](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/ho-chi-minh-city/vinpearl-landmark-81-autograph-collection.md) (5-star, Ho Chi Minh City) — Luxurious 5-star hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, Vinpearl Landmark 81 offers stunning city views, an outdoor pool, spa, and excellent dining, all within a modern skyscraper setting. - [Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/ho-chi-minh-city/renaissance-riverside-hotel-saigon.md) (5-star, Ho Chi Minh City) — This sleek 5-star hotel on the Saigon River offers stunning city views, a rooftop pool, and easy access to Ho Chi Minh City's attractions, blending modern luxury with a prime downtown location. - [JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/ph-u-quc/jw-marriott-phu-quoc-emerald-bay-resort-spa.md) (5-star, Phú Quốc) — This whimsical 5-star JW Marriott on Phu Quoc's Khem Beach offers a private shoreline, outdoor pool, spa, and eclectic dining, all wrapped in Bill Bensley's imaginative design. - [Danang Marriott Resort & Spa](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/danang/danang-marriott-resort-spa.md) (5-star, Danang) — The 5-star Danang Marriott Resort & Spa offers luxurious beachfront accommodation with stunning views, five outdoor pools, and a full-service spa, just 15 minutes from Da Nang International Airport. - [Renaissance Hoi An Resort & Spa](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/hoi-an/renaissance-hoi-an-resort-spa.md) (5-star, Hoi An) — This 5-star beachfront resort in Hoi An boasts Hoi An's largest infinity pool, Mediterranean-inspired architecture, and diverse Eurasian cuisine, offering a luxurious blend of romance and relaxation with stunning sea views. - [JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/hanoi/jw-marriott-hotel-hanoi.md) (5-star, Hanoi) — This sleek 5-star hotel in Hanoi offers luxurious rooms, lake views, and diverse dining options. With its modern design and prime location near the National Convention Center, it's ideal for both business and leisure travelers. - [Six Senses Ninh Van Bay](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/ninh-van-bay/six-senses-ninh-van-bay.md) (5-star, Ninh Van Bay) — This secluded 5-star resort in Ninh Van Bay offers luxurious villas with private pools, stunning sea and mountain views, a world-class spa, and exceptional dining experiences, all accessible by speedboat. - [Six Senses Con Dao](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/con-dao/six-senses-con-dao.md) (5-star, Con Dao) — This luxurious 5-star beachfront resort on Con Dao offers private villas with infinity pools, Vietnamese cuisine, and unique experiences like turtle hatchling releases, all set against stunning ocean views. - [Moire Hoi An, Vignette Collection](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/hoi-an/moire-hoi-an-vignette-collection.md) (5-star, Hoi An) — This 5-star Hoi An retreat offers an infinity pool, spa, and diverse dining options, just a short walk from historic attractions, blending modern luxury with easy access to local culture. - [InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/ph-u-quc/intercontinental-phu-quoc-long-beach-resort.md) (5-star, Phú Quốc) — This 5-star resort on Phu Quoc's Long Beach offers elegant rooms, a spa, sky bar, and diverse dining options, blending luxury with Vietnam's tropical beauty just 15 minutes from the airport. - [InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/danang/intercontinental-danang-sun-peninsula-resort.md) (5-star, Danang) — This 5-star beachfront resort in Danang offers luxurious rooms with ocean views, fine dining options, two large pools, a spa, and easy access to UNESCO World Heritage sites. - [Regent Phu Quoc](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/ph-u-quc/regent-phu-quoc.md) (5-star, Phú Quốc) — The luxurious 5-star Regent Phu Quoc on Long Beach offers six pools, a spa, multiple dining options, and a private yacht, blending Vietnamese charm with world-class amenities for an unforgettable island retreat. - [Hyatt Regency Danang Resort And Spa](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/danang/hyatt-regency-danang-resort-and-spa.md) (5-star, Danang) — Luxurious 5-star beachfront resort in Danang, offering stunning East Sea views, infinity pools, a world-class spa, and exquisite dining options, just minutes from Marble Mountains and the city center. - [Park Hyatt Saigon](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/ho-chi-minh-city/park-hyatt-saigon.md) (5-star, Ho Chi Minh City) — Luxurious 5-star French colonial-style hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City, offering elegant rooms, a spa, and outdoor pool, steps from the Opera House and Dong Khoi Shopping Street. - [Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An, Vietnam](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/hoi-an/four-seasons-resort-the-nam-hai-hoi-an-vietnam.md) (5-star, Hoi An) — Nestled on Hoi An Beach, this 5-star Four Seasons resort boasts luxurious villas, three infinity pools, and a serene spa, offering a perfect blend of Vietnamese charm and world-class amenities just minutes from historic Hoi An Town. - [La Veranda Resort Phu Quoc - MGallery](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/ph-u-quc/la-veranda-resort-phu-quoc-mgallery.md) (5-star, Phú Quốc) — Nestled on Phu Quoc Island, this 5-star MGallery resort blends 1920s French colonial charm with modern luxury, offering elegant accommodations, stunning Gulf of Thailand views, and a perfect balance of relaxation and adventure. - [Legacy Yen Tu - MGallery](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/u-ong-b-i/legacy-yen-tu-mgallery.md) (5-star, Uông Bí) — Nestled in Uông Bí, the 5-star Legacy Yen Tu - MGallery offers a luxurious retreat with stunning mountain views, a tranquil spa, and exceptional dining, blending modern comfort with the serene beauty of its natural surroundings. - [Hôtel de la Coupole](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/sapa/h-otel-de-la-coupole.md) (5-star, Sapa) — Nestled in Sapa, the 5-star Hotel de la Coupole - MGallery blends French haute couture with local tribal influences, offering luxurious rooms, a heated indoor pool, spa, and exquisite dining options just steps from key attractions. - [Banyan Tree Lang Co Vietnam](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/lang-co/banyan-tree-lang-co-vietnam.md) (5-star, Lang Co) — Nestled on Vietnam's south-central coast, the 5-star Banyan Tree Lang Co offers luxurious villas with private pools, blending royal Vietnamese architecture with modern amenities amid stunning beach and mountain views. - [Hôtel des Arts Saigon - MGallery](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/ho-chi-minh-city/h-otel-des-arts-saigon-mgallery.md) (5-star, Ho Chi Minh City) — In the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, the 5-star Hotel Des Arts Saigon Mgallery Collection offers a luxurious retreat with elegant rooms, an outdoor pool, and gourmet dining, all within walking distance of iconic landmarks. - [Hotel de l'Opera Hanoi - MGallery](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/hanoi/hotel-de-l-opera-hanoi-mgallery.md) (5-star, Hanoi) — Immerse yourself in 19th-century French elegance at the 5-star Hotel de l'Opera Hanoi - MGallery, just steps from Hanoi Opera House, offering luxurious rooms, an indoor pool, and exquisite dining options in the heart of Vietnam's capital. - [Sofitel Saigon Plaza](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/ho-chi-minh-city/sofitel-saigon-plaza.md) (5-star, Ho Chi Minh City) — Experience 5-star luxury at Sofitel Saigon Plaza, boasting a rooftop pool, spa, and city views in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, steps from iconic attractions and premier shopping destinations. - [Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi](https://firstrowtravel.com/hotels/vietnam/hanoi/sofitel-legend-metropole-hanoi.md) (5-star, Hanoi) — Immerse yourself in colonial elegance at the 5-star Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, a historic landmark offering luxurious amenities, spa services, and gourmet dining in the heart of Vietnam's capital, steps from the Old Quarter. ## Common questions **Do I need a visa to visit Vietnam?** Most visitors need a visa. Many nationalities can apply for an e-visa online, while others may need to obtain a visa on arrival or from a Vietnamese embassy. **What's the best time to visit Vietnam?** The best time to visit depends on the region, but generally, February to April and August to October offer pleasant weather throughout most of the country. **Is it safe to eat street food in Vietnam?** Street food is a big part of Vietnamese culture and is generally safe to eat. Look for busy stalls with high turnover and you'll likely have a delicious, authentic experience. **How do I get around in Vietnamese cities?** Motorbikes are ubiquitous, but for tourists, taxis, ride-hailing apps, and walking are safer options. In some cities, you can also use buses or metros. **What are some must-visit places in Vietnam?** Popular destinations include Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Sapa, and the Mekong Delta. **Is English widely spoken in Vietnam?** English is increasingly common in tourist areas and larger cities, but less so in rural areas. Learning a few basic Vietnamese phrases can be helpful. **What's the local currency and can I use credit cards?** The currency is the Vietnamese Dong (VND). Credit cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas, but cash is preferred in smaller towns and markets. **Are there any cultural etiquette tips I should know?** Remove your shoes when entering homes or temples, dress modestly when visiting religious sites, and always ask before taking photos of people, especially in rural areas. ## How to book - WhatsApp: https://wa.me/19453939299 - Email: advisor@firstrowtravel.com - Include the hotel page URL and your travel dates; booking through First Row Travel costs the same as booking direct — no booking fees.