What it is

A 92-room riverside respite with cruises departing from their private jetty, a heated al fresco pool, locally inspired spa, and six unforgettable restaurants.

What it isn't

Ho-hum. Guests can choose from practically bottomless planned activities, whether you’d like to try your hand at Vietnamese cooking with the chef, bike ride through rice paddies, make your own hanging lantern, and so much more.

What we think

Prepare to be wowed. Even the most basic room option here—a 387 square foot Deluxe Balcony Room—is anything but “basic”, with its panorama over leafy gardens from your private terrace, rain shower, and local art-stocked interiors. But if you need more room to roam, we recommend the 904 square foot Anantara Garden View Suite; it has a corner balcony that peers out on a garden courtyard, a fully separate living room, and even a walk-in wardrobe so you can live your best life. While you’re here, be sure to hit the spa for at least one treatment; we particularly love the Vietnamese herbal bath (complete with lemongrass, mint, and cloves).

You're here because

Anantara maintains an ultra-luxe train that you can ride from city to city, complete with “pinch me” moments like local caviar-topped dishes during afternoon tea.

The Moment

From your candlelit waterfront table at Hoi An Riverside, every dish is divine. You’re not sure what’s better: the warm breeze rustling your hair or this green mango salad studded with soft shell crab. Aaah.

Restaurants & Bars

- Lanterns - Vietnamese specialties and an impressive wine list

- Hoi An Riverside Restaurant - Modern Vietnamese cuisine

- The Pub - hearty Western dishes and local craft beers

- Reflections - a pool bar

Location

The Cẩm Châu district, two blocks from Precious Heritage Art Gallery Museum—where indigenous art and craft is on display—and a 49 minute drive from Da Nang International Airport.