Best hotels in Vietnam

Fairmont Hanoi, perfectly situated within Hanoi's historic Old Quarter, is a luxury property with 241 well-appointed rooms and suites. Eight dining and bar venues are located within, making it an ideal choice for any traveler looking to explore Hanoi or make it a truly relaxing and indulgent vacation. After a day of sightseeing, head to the wellness floor and experience a luxurious spa and bathhouse, an inviting sanctuary in the heart of Hanoi. End the day with a calming dip in the rooftop pool.

Just steps from Hoan Kiem Lake, iconic landmarks and vibrant cafes, Fairmont Hanoi offers an unforgettable and serene experience amidst the colonial charm and cultural heartbeat of Hanoi. Immerse in Vietnamese tradition and make memories that last a lifetime.

At first glance, the triple-decker ship has the look of a hotel adrift on the Mekong Delta, water rippling like silk at the bow. Dressed in a coat of wood and metal, the Aqua departs from Ho Chi Minh City to meander past tiny villages and floating markets. Along the way, trace the country roads on a bicycle or birdwatch from the comfort of a rooftop lounger - photographers at the ready! Serene interiors create a relaxing place to rest after a busy day packed with activities. Evenings are spent watching a classic at the cinema or enjoy the sunset over a cocktail.

Vietnam's Mekong Delta is a mesmerising maze of waterways, floating markets and emerald-green palm groves – but most visitors only scratch the surface. These private sampans, sized to navigate the narrowest tributaries, take you somewhere entirely different: canals too slim for commercial boats, villages untouched by tourism, and encounters with rice paper makers, coconut farmers and brick artisans who've honed their crafts for generations. Recognised as a Lonely Planet 'Top Choice', the experience is refreshingly intimate – a dedicated crew of four or five looks after everything from five-course dinners to cycling excursions through the countryside. It's slow travel at its finest, drifting through Ben Tre's legendary 'Coconut Kingdom'.

In strolling distance of Ho Chi Minh City's sweeping boulevards and jam-packed markets, Fusion Suites is a finely-tuned home away from home, where the interiors are cosy and casual and the suites pristine and pretty. The in-house bakery provides cakes fresh out of the oven (flavours range from red artichoke flowers to rich chocolate - tell us more!), and after a day of exploring the city, a rooftop cocktail is the only way to top it off. Speaking of which, there are plenty of historic sights to discover and a whole lot of shopping to be done all in a stone's throw from the hotel.