HỘI AN — A new wellness resort, inspired by the rich heritage of the UNESCO-recognised ancient town of Hội An in Quảng Nam Province, has opened its doors to welcome guests.

Nestled on the Cồn Ba Xã Islet in Hội An, the Namia River Retreat has been crafted with with genuine cultural journeys and wellness-inclusive therapies inspired by Vietnamese herbology. At its soul, a tranquil oasis, the only five-star resort in the heart of Hội An which offers unique experiences that combine a luxury villa stay with traditional therapies and a culture inspired by the rich heritage of the ancient town. 

The charm of local Vietnamese philosophy is in every detail here, with the resort designed for all ages to create lasting memories. Guests can enjoy exclusive access to a picturesque islet, home to 60 pool villas. Each villa is inspired by the Nipa palm forest and features an open living room leading to an outdoor terrace with views of the forest or the Thu Bồn River.

The highlight is the main salt-water pool with 180-degree views of the Thu Bồn River complete with a waterfall, jets, foot reflexology, a bio-pond with fish and cozy lounge areas. The poolside restaurant and bar offer relaxed dining with fresh seafood and local herbs from Chàm Island.

The lounge leads to Mia Dining, showcasing Hội An's flavours, inspired by local arts, crafts, and spices, it offers a true taste of Việt Nam with farm-to-table ingredients. Guests can enjoy a riverboat dinner cruise or browse for local spices, coffee, and handicrafts.

Namia River Retreat focuses on guests' well-being, offering them a complete wellness journey, including a herbal hammam steam bath along with traditional therapies.

The spa experience includes visits to the apothecary, traditional practices and facial reflexology. Mindful rituals like meditation walks and lantern lighting are part of the daily programme.

For an authentic experience, daily mini-tours connect guests with local culture, including visits with artisans, bamboo bike trails and river cruises, allowing guests to enjoy all of Hội An's beauty.

“My vision is to create a resort that reflects our cultural essence in a modern way. I’ve shared my stories and childhood memories in the village with the team, which are now infused into design details and cultural experiences. To be proud of our culture of Vietnamese hospitality and that it can be amongst the best in the world”, said Trần Thanh Nam, CEO of the owner company HG Holdings. VNS