Luxury and local: 15 unforgettable ways to experience Vietnam

There’s a moment, somewhere between the first sunrise swim and your second bowl of pho, when Vietnam starts to feel like home. Maybe it’s the warmth of the people, the calm of the landscape, or the way each stay feels as if it was made just for you. From rooftop cocktails in Hanoi to sound baths in Ha Long Bay, these five IHG properties reimagine luxury as connection, and invite you to feel instantly at ease.

InterContinental Halong Bay Resort: where calm meets culture

Ha Long Bay’s iconic limestone peaks and glassy waters are the stuff of postcards, but this new InterContinental brings the experience to life. A beachside sanctuary of style and serenity with lush green mountain island views, it pairs cultural immersion with soul-soothing wellness.

Find your flow at Hidden Lagoon Spa. Join Wellness in Motion, a program of sound baths, flow qi gong and skin workshops designed to balance mind, body and spirit.

Surrender to The Rejuvenation Escape. A serene escape designed to restore mind and body, this Sodashi-powered ritual at Hidden Lagoon Spa invites you to slow down, soften, and rediscover balance amid the beauty of Ha Long Bay.

Savour the art of flavour. Dine at La Baguette for elegant French-Vietnamese fusion, or savour Cantonese artistry at Yulong Mansion with a live-seafood signature, double-boiled soup or expertly carved Peking duck.

Regent Phu Quoc: art, flavour and barefoot elegance

On Vietnam’s western coast, Regent Phu Quoc redefines island luxury. This is where creativity, craftsmanship and calm coexist. From rooftop infinity pools, immersive art exhibitions, multisensory dining at Taste Studio and facial suites, every experience is designed to engage the senses.

Restore your inner balance. Experience Welnamis Vibroacoustic Therapy or a Crystal Energy Healing ritual at the Regent Spa.

Indulge in sensory theatre. Join Taste Studio’s “Spectrum of Contrasts” dining experience, a multi-sensory journey through light, movement and flavour.

Salute the sun. Breathe deep during morning yoga in a rooftop pavilion overlooking the Gulf of Thailand.

Immerse in Vietnamese art. Wander through “Pursuing Fantasia”, an exhibition showcasing lacquer sculptures and silk paintings.

Raise a glass to effortless indulgence. Retreat to the Regent Club for gourmet bites, champagne and sea views that stretch forever.

InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72: sky-high sophistication

From the highest hotel in Vietnam, the InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72 offers a fresh perspective on the capital, both literally and figuratively. Rising above the skyline, it balances big-city energy with refined calm.

Discover local life. Join a guided walk through Hanoi’s markets and hidden food stalls and experience a feast for the senses.

Unwind in style. Sip craft cocktails at Q Bar as the city lights and energy come alive below.

InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort: nature’s masterpiece

Where jungle meets sea on the Son Tra Peninsula, InterContinental Danang is a world unto itself. Designed by Bill Bensley, this resort is part modern art piece, part natural wonder — and entirely unforgettable.

Dine among the stars. Experience La Maison 1888, Central Vietnam’s only MICHELIN-starred restaurant by chef Christian Le Squer.

Tune into tranquility. At Mi Sol Spa, ancient sound frequencies and tuning forks create deep relaxation and balance.

Walk on the wild side. Join a Wildlife Expedition with the resort’s Nature Expert through Son Tra’s protected rainforest.

Explore nearby icons. Visit Hoi An, Hue or the ancient temples of My Son Sanctuary, all within easy reach.

InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort: tropical ease, redefined

Set where jungle meets sea, InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort is all about effortless indulgence and authentic island connection. Every day feels like a postcard — you just happen to be in it.

Sip and soar. Enjoy sunset from INK 360, the island’s highest rooftop bar designed by Ashley Sutton.

Savour seaside simplicity. Feast on grilled seafood and tiki cocktails at Sea Shack, inspired by local fishing villages.

Get back to nature. Hike through Phu Quoc National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve filled with rare flora and fauna.

Feeling at home, everywhere

Across Vietnam, IHG’s luxury stays are more than destinations — they’re invitations. To pause, to explore, to belong. Whether it’s sunrise yoga in Phu Quoc or sound therapy in Ha Long Bay, every experience is designed to help you feel instantly at home, and wherever your journey takes you next.

Looking to wind down in Vietnam? Book an unforgettable IHG stay here.

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