Following a decade in operations, the five-star Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa in Vietnam has completed several refurbishments and is ready to offer corporate and leisure guests an improved experience
Rooms
In total, the hotel houses 198 rooms and suites, 144 one- to three-bedroom residences, and 18 three-bedroom villas. Currently, the villas are being progressively refurbished with new interiors and furniture.
I stayed in the King Bed Ocean View room that came with a sofa area (which doubled up as my working space), a walk-in closet, and separate toilet and bathing areas. Overlooking a portion of the main swimming pool, I enjoyed watching the sunrise over the ocean from my balcony, framed by the mountains in the distance.
I barely spent any time on the balcony itself as it was scorching hot during the day, but it was pleasant to laze on the daybed in the breezy evenings. I also enjoyed lounging in the hammocks strung between coconut trees on Non Nuoc Beach, and even dozed off in one listening to the waves crash on the beach. Speaking of the beach, Hyatt Regency Danang & Spa is truly on the beachfront, with direct access to a 700m-long stretch of Non Nuoc Beach.
MICE facilities
The Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa has a standalone event building which has a dedicated entrance so that the arrival of a large group of delegates will not be disruptive to guests. The event building will be getting an uplift in the near future, but details have not been released.
As of now, the property features 900m2 of event and meeting facilities, where conferences and receptions for up to 250 guests can be held in the 500m2 Regency Ballroom on the first level. Seven breakout rooms are available on the second level.
Other event spaces include five outdoor lawns, apt for gala dinners and outdoor barbecue dinners in the evenings. The property also has five swimming pools, two of which are located in a quieter portion of the resort, which allows for the sectioning for private events.
A number of the Pool Villas are also available for event hire, which would work for small-sized corporate groups that would like to meet while looking out to the soft sands of Non Nuoc Beach and the ocean.
Other facilities
Refurbishments include the expanded kids’ club, Camp Hyatt, which boasts four indoor and outdoor play zones equipped with toddler play pits, ball pools, canopy swings, climbing nets, and a climbing wall. There is even a water obstacle course, as well as daily activities to keep the young ones entertained – perfect for corporates travelling with their families.
Other recreational facilities include a 24-hour access fitness centre, aerobics room, cold plunge pool, hot tub, steam room and sauna. A variety of water activities such as bodyboarding, paddle boarding and kayaking, are complimentary during the day.
Meanwhile, Vie Spa offers two double treatment rooms, and eight single treatment rooms set in a garden, where each calming space has been designed in the concept of a separated villa, which means there is also an outdoor bathtub, bathroom, steam room and changing room.
For nourishment, there are six F&B options on-site, two of which have been rebranded and revamped – Italian Osteria Al Mare and lounge space Terrasse.
During my stay, I was able to try Osteria Al Mare’s new menu, and I really enjoyed the Agnolotti Di Funghi E Capesante (seared scallops and agnolotti filled with wild mushroom, and parmesan cream), and Casereccia Al Pesto Genovese (casereccia with Italian basil pesto, potato, green beans, and pecorino cheese). My most memorable dish, however, was the sweet note at the end of the meal – my Panna Cotta which was presented beautifully with a scoop of milk ice cream and pistachios, and topped with a honeycomb-shaped biscuit.
The Vive Océane beach club is also a brand-new option for beachside cocktail evenings, and can be booked out for team dinners. The menu covers a range of casual bites ranging from Lemon Crab Cakes and Pork Bahn Mi to Soft Shell Crab Bao Buns and Pomelo Salad & Squid. When not booked out, Vive Océane will offer regular entertainment shows, spinning DJs, or live bands to create an upbeat atmosphere.
There is also a new art gallery that features both local and visiting artists, and when I visited, French photographer Réhahn’s work was on show.
Service
Every staff member I encountered was always ready to greet guests with a smile, and if so needed, hand guests a cold towel and a drink to beat the heat.
Verdict
I enjoyed my stay at the Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa, and would definitely consider the sprawling property again should the winds take me to Danang in the future.
I also feel that Danang is a great option for companies that would like to take their employees out from bustling cities to a more relaxed setting. Danang did not feel crowded, had an easy, unhurried vibe, and is certainly a value-for-money destination.
Contact details
hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/vietnam/hyatt-regency-danang-resort-and-spa/danhr
