What do you want from a hotel?
An escape from the stress and commotion of your daily routine? Opportunities to hear birds sing, smell fresh air, and see flowers bloom? Fun, relaxing activities? Clean and quiet rooms along with warm and inviting staff that allow you to unwind fully?
Everyone has different needs and expectations that compel them to select a resort, and Đà Nẵng certainly has many options. For those searching for calm and elegant accommodations with charming hosts and a pervading sense of responsible stewardship of nature, Danang Marriott Resort & Spa is an ideal choice.
First impressions go a long way in the hospitality industry, and after a smooth and simple drive in from the international airport, the resort’s staff checks in guests with a smile. On the way to your room, you may hear the traditional Đàn Tranh music being played by a skilled musician, a peaceful representation of the care and attention the resort pays to create an atmosphere of authentic relaxation.
After putting your bags down and freshening up, you will likely feel compelled to wander towards the expansive beach. Đà Nẵng’s calm waters and soft sand are a major reason the area is such a prized destination and Non Nước Beach exemplifies this pristinity. On your stroll to the meticulously maintained beachfront, you’ll pass blooming flowers and are encouraged to take off your shoes and feel the soft grass under your feet.
In your exploration of the landscaped grounds, you’ll enjoy the shade of very many coconut trees. The resort is home to more than 1,000 of them! While they certainly contribute to the tropical vibe, they are more than mere decoration. Every weekend guests are invited to watch a professional coconut harvester shimmy up a tall trunk to cut down a cluster of coconuts and offer up the freshest coconut you’ll likely ever taste.
Landscape as a source of entertainment extends to the garden as well. Carefully tended peppers, cucumbers, heirloom tomatoes, bittermelon, lettuce, ginger, soursop, mandarin, and other fruits, herbs, and vegetables are all grown for use in the kitchen as well as a complimentary cooking class. The resort’s chef can teach you how to make a classic dish that reveals Central Vietnam’s beloved flavors and freshness. The garden also reveals the resorts’ sustainability efforts. For example, leftover food from the kitchen is used to produce natural compost as part of the “farm to table to soil” concept.
In addition to enjoying the beach and soaking in the natural landscape, a visit to the Quan Spa should be included in every guest’s itinerary. Behind a lovely display of metal lotuses, it beckons you to release your stress by pampering your senses with a panoply of sensations. Opting for a traditional massage includes selecting which scent oil you’d like. Coconut is an obvious choice, as the tree has no doubt been occupying your subconscious since you arrived. But there are also light flowers, rich herbs, and quixotic blends for you to choose from. Smooth tiles and bubbling water features impart the feel of an ancient Roman bath as you walk to the room where the expert therapist will work their magic.
Marriott places a priority on having charming hosts and one of the most important roles of any hosts to help guests understand their surroundings. The majority of the staff hails from Central Vietnam and the members are proud to share the beauty and bounty of their home. This desire is particularly true for the restaurant. While much more can and will be written about Madame Son, one key point for the restaurant is its utilization of local ingredients and central Vietnamese aesthetics.
Walking past large Cham reliefs like those found in the nearby Mỹ Sơn ruins, one will instantly notice the colorful lanterns associated with Hội An’s UNESCO Heritage Old Town. It’s beneath these that you can start your evening with a cocktail made using the small-batch gin from a local distillery and honey produced by bees pollinating Vietnamese flowers. When the gin trolly pulls up to your table and the mixologist explains how the drink balances international preparation with Vietnamese ingredients you’ll have a much better understanding of the difference made by a good host.
Whether walking to the kids club to keep your rugrats occupied with games; striking a few backhands on the tennis courts; or reclining beside the infinity pool with a gloomy tome of transatlantic fiction in hand, one of Danang Marriott Resort & Spa’s most unique elements is never far from sight: the Marble Mountains. The ancient geological formation rises proudly over the placid landscape, attracting tourists from far and wide. But what they travel great distances to see, you can observe from the comforts of the resort. Of course, traveling there to take in the views and witness its historical and spiritual significance is also incredibly convenient. Similarly, Hội An and Đà Nẵng are within easy access for day trips or the next stops on your vacation.
At the end of the day, resorts don’t differ much in their basics. They all have rooms and beds, restaurants, lobbies, and grounds. So what truly makes a resort stand out and provide guests with lasting memories is how much attention it pays to these elements and who you’ll interact with. Danang Marriott Resort & Spa considers every space, activity and object, as an opportunity to share care as well as infuse some local charm to ensure memorable moments. Similarly, the warm and cheerful staff approach every interaction as a means to serve as a charming host. These seemingly small actions all add up to provide a refreshing and thoroughly satisfying stay.
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Danang Marriott Resort & Spa|7 Truong Sa Street, Hoa Hai Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District, Da Nang, Vietnam, 55000
