VIETNAM’S main attractions are its vibrant cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh. Located halfway between the north and south cities sits the lesser-known Danang, an equally gorgeous coastal city with breathtaking natural landscapes.
Characterised by a 30km-long coastline, it has some of the country’s most beautiful beaches like Lang Co Beach, Non Nuoc Beach, and My Khe Beach.
If you’re looking for a sanctuary to stay at over there, we’ve sourced out five of the best luxury resorts in Danang you can pick from.
01: Intercontinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort
The design language of famed architect Bill Bensley embraces Vietnam’s vivid natural landscapes — from the sea, to jungle, rainforest, and mountains — at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort.
With a total of 200 rooms including 16 penthouses and villas, the resort has a beautiful freeform pool close to the coast, littered with loungers and shady palm trees.
Above the Lounge Bar is the lap pool and jacuzzi, where you can sit and enjoy the best view of the alluring peninsula.
Its 700-metre beach is also privately owned in a sheltered bay., so you can also spend the day soaking up Vitamin D in peace and quiet.
Intercontinental Danang Sun Penisula Resort, Bai Bac, SonTra Peninsula, Vietnam, +84 236 3938 888
02: Vinpearl Luxury Danang
Retreat into plush comforts at Vinpearl Luxury Danang, a hotel in close proximity to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hoi An.
This intimate property has 39 luxurious villas alongside the popular Non Nuoc Beach, which is consistently praised to be one of the world’s most beautiful.
Each individual villa is intricately designed, combining contemporary design and 20th-century Indochinese architecture, along with a touch of classic French. Its rooms range from suites to three- or four-bedroom garden villas, with the option of sea views and private pools.
Vinpearl Luxury Danang, No 7 Truong Sa Street Hoa Hai Ward Ngu Hanh Son Dist, Đà Nẵng, Vietnam, +84 236 393 8220
03: The Ocean Villas Danang
The Ocean Villas Danang is no doubt one of the city’s most luxurious accommodations: A lush sanctuary overlooking Vietnam’s East Sea and only 20 minutes from Danang Airport.
This award-winning property is not short of noteworthy credentials, namely being one of the largest integrated resort developments on Vietnam’s Central Coast, with 114 luxuriously appointed villas and 116 suites, a world-class golf course and more to fawn over during your stay.
The Ocean Villas Danang, Trường Sa, Hoà Hải, Ngũ Hành Sơn, Đà Nẵng 550000, Vietnam, +84 236 3967 094
04: Hyatt Regency Danang Resort and Spa
The Hyatt Regency Danang Resort and Spa is situated between the Marble Mountains and the beach of Non Nuoc. Just 15 minutes from Danang International Airport, there is no better chance to explore the exotic charms of Central Vietnam.
It comprises of 198 guest rooms and suites, 160 one-to-three bedroom residences and 22 three-bedroom villas, all promising gorgeous sea views. Other amenities include the resort’s five pools (including a water slide), a fully equipped fitness centre, resort centre and the beautiful Vie Spa.
05: Pullman Danang Beach Resort
The Pullman Danang Beach Resort, nestled on a peaceful stretch of white sand, is the ultimate getaway and gateway to the vibrant Vietnamese city.
With a prime location just 10 minutes from downtown and the international airport, it offers 186 spacious rooms and cottages with private balconies, an infinity pool, as well as sublime spa and water sports amenities.
Pullman Danang Beach Resort, 101 Nguyen Giap street, Khuê Mỹ, Ngũ Hành Sơn, Đà Nẵng 055000, Vietnam, +84 236 395 8888
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This article was first published on Lifestyle Asia.