Vietnam’s Stunning Eco-Resorts with Jungle Views

Vietnam’s lush jungles and expansive mountain ranges are home to some of Asia’s most luxurious eco-friendly resorts and getaways.

Based on visitor reviews, we introduce the best of these beguiling properties, where you can immerse yourself in the rhythms and cultures of the local people, while pampering and treating yourself to a memorable vacation.

Topas Ecolodge, Sapa

• Rooms from $360 per night (Premium Executive Bungalow)
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Open since 2005 and the creation of Danish firm Topas Travel, Topas Ecolodge features Scandi design in the heart of Hoang Lien National Park, 45 minutes outside of Sapa in Northern Vietnam. While not on the typical tourist trail, Topas is worth diverting for.

This isolated village is set on a private mountaintop, around 18 km from Sapa, and offers unspoiled views across some of Indochina’s highest peaks.

There are 50 artfully designed minimalist mountain bungalows and villas, some with garden or mountain views, and others with a private pool. While the Premium Executive Bungalow is stunning, the Pool Villas are worth splurging on. At the top of the hill with the best views, a private swimming spot, and a butler for your stay, these villas start at $540 per night.

The company’s eco principles are evident in the property’s design. Eco-friendly saltwater infinity pools, a nearby wetland for wastewater treatment, and a unique eco-token recycling scheme help Topas live out its sustainable ethos.

There are five dining options on site, but Restaurant 360-Degrees is the pick of the bunch. The views of the surrounding Hoang Lien National Park will keep you occupied throughout your meal, but the locally sourced steak is the main reason to eat here. The Bo Ne Sizzling Beef is the signature dish, with prices ranging from $10 to $40 for main meals. A set menu is also offered at 360, starting at $20 per head.

“A dream stay. We booked the villa with a private pool, and waking up every morning to that view and having a swim felt magical. The butler service was outstanding – always available, attentive, and made our stay even more special. Caroline C, TripAdvisor.

Mai Chau Ecolodge, Mai Chau

• Rooms from $180 per night (Junior Deluxe Double Room with Mountain View)
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Situated above Na Phon village in Northern Vietnam, Mai Chau Ecolodge opened in 2012 and is a wonderful place to slow down your pace of life while exploring the Vietnamese countryside.

Accommodations are within 43 stilted bungalows surrounded by rice fields, with panoramic jungle and mountain views in every direction. These lodgings were built with locally sourced materials, including bamboo, stone, and thatch. Details include the stand-alone wooden bathtubs and outdoor rainwater showers, which help you connect with nature while bathing.

The property runs on solar and biomass energy, with rainwater systems used to collect and harvest water for guests.

If you want the best accommodation, go for the suite with a valley view. It has its own swimming pool and sweeping views across the surrounding plantations. Prices start at $300 for the suites.

The on-site restaurant, Orchid, serves a fusion of Vietnamese and Thai cuisine. Its dishes are created using locally available produce, including river fish and fresh mountain chicken. The Mai Chau rice wine receives rave reviews and is worth sampling during your evening meal.

You may also eat in the nearby village during your stay, something the hotel can arrange for a unique and immersive cultural experience.

“Love this hotel in Mai Chau. This ecolodge is in an excellent location for exploring the mountainous area of Vietnam. They have attractive and comfortable air-conditioned rooms. Just a short walk or bicycle ride on flat paved roads to small local villages where you can experience the culture and lifestyle of very friendly people.” Nil Schmid, Hawaii, TripAdvisor.

Amanoi, Ninh Thuan

• Rooms from $1,317 per night (Lake Pavilion)
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Amanoi in Ninh Thuan was the first Aman property in Vietnam when it opened in 2013. As the 26^th property in the group’s collection, it was designed by Jean-Michel Gathy, inspired by traditional Vietnamese hospitality but with a modern, contemporary flair.

The property is situated in Vinh Hy Village within the Nui Chua National Park and Marine Reserve, offering ocean views to one side and jungle panoramas to the other.

Accommodations include 36 pavilions and villas across the sprawling property, each feeling private and distinct from the rest. The lake and mountain pavilion rooms are spacious, luxurious, and beautifully put together, but the most luxurious lodgings are the ocean pool residences, ranging from $3,000 to $8,000 per night for the ultimate in Vietnamese hospitality and refinement.

There’s a significant focus on wellness here, with a Lotus and Mountain Spa offering Vietnamese massages and Ayurvedic treatments, many of which are included in the package price per room.

For something a little more active, Amanoi is the perfect base for exploring the nearby national park, with daily mountain and waterfall treks organized by the hotel. You can also participate in water sports on the property’s private beach, or a private catamaran cruise can be arranged to explore the coastal waters surrounding this ultra-luxurious hotel.

“Serene luxury in nature. We stayed in a private pool villa with a view that was absolutely breath-taking – one of the best we’ve experienced. The space was peaceful, secluded, and designed with understated elegance. It’s the kind of place that instantly slows your pace and resets your mind.” Peaceful Journeys NZ, TripAdvisor.

Avana Retreat, Mai Chau

• Rooms from $270 per night (Junior Suite with Balcony)
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Of all the Vietnamese hotels we’ve researched, Avana Retreat boasts the best reviews from verified travelers, with near-perfect scores across Google, Booking.com, and TripAdvisor from over 885 visitors. All those people can’t be wrong, can they?

Opened in 2021, this eco retreat isn’t far from Mai Chau Ecolodge, situated on a 15-hectare hilltop site in Mai Chau, Northern Vietnam. Accommodations are in 36 individually designed and handcrafted villas, reflecting the traditional H’mong architectural style of the region.

The Green Chilli Restaurant champions a farm-to-table approach, with most produce grown a stone’s throw from the property itself.

The local signature dishes celebrate the fiery flavors of Northern Vietnam, including Phở, Hanoi’s best-loved creation. Simmered for eight hours with beef, pork, or fish, this culinary delight is the best seller at Green Chilli, with dishes going for around 350,000 VND ($13-$14).

The cloud pool here is a major highlight, a three-level infinity pool with sweeping panoramic views across Mai Chau. You can also reserve treatments at the on-site Orchid Spa.

We highly recommend the 90-minute Avana Signature Soothing Treatment, which uses warm Vietnamese herbal packs to revitalize your mind, body, and soul after a long journey on North Vietnam’s rugged roads. Treatments cost 2,600,000 VND ($100 for 1.5 hours).

“Paradise Found. We spent four wonderful nights at Avana, soaking in the peaceful views, waking to rooster crows in the valley, walking past waterfalls to our daily massages, and enjoying the excellent food, the team is fantastic and rooms are well-appointed.” HaveBoots, Seattle, Washington, TripAdvisor.

Loving It: Vietnamese Jungle in Luxury

Escape to Vietnam’s finest eco-resorts, where unrivalled mountain and jungle views await. Whether you opt for Mai Chau, Sapa, or Ninh Thuan, traditional Vietnamese hospitality and luxury combine in some of the country’s most refined eco-friendly properties.