Azerai unveils immersive experiences at boutique resorts

Azerai, the new story and brand of resorts, is inviting its discerning, lifestyle-seeking clientele to enjoy immersive escapes in Vietnam with a series of authentic experiences about the essence of life and culture in the S-shaped country.

The move comes as part of the unveiling of three boutique hotels and resorts in Ke Ga Bay, Can Tho, and Hue.

Azerai offers guests a genuine life and cultural experience in Vietnam, including authentic attractions like the Cai Rang floating market. Photo courtesy of Azerai

First is Azerai Ke Ga Bay, nestled on Vietnam’s scenic southeast coast, just 2.5 hours from Ho Chi Minh City.

Guests can take part in a choice of uplifting activities or simply unwind amid 4.5 hectares of tropical gardens: stroll along the 5 km-long sandy beach, visit local attractions such as Ke Ga Lighthouse, and unwind in the comfort of this boutique retreat, including its chic suites and shimmering seafront pool.

A dragon fruit farm at Azerai Ke Ga Bay in Binh Thuan Province. Photo courtesy of Azerai

Tourists can head out and discover the natural and cultural wonders of Binh Thuan with a fulfilling four-hour tour. The trip will take you to explore the area’s rich Buddhist heritage at enchanting monasteries, temples, and pagodas, then to sustainable fruit farms where you help pick fresh produce such as sweet and succulent dragon fruit.

Azerai Ke Gay Bay is an organic oasis where chefs grow fresh fruit, herbs, and vegetables to craft flavorful local dishes.

The hotel’s culinary experts will help you learn the art of Vietnamese cuisine, including timeless recipes such as fresh rice paper rolls, caramelized fish, and chicken with lemongrass and chili.

Gazing out across the endless ocean, guests can revive the seafaring spirit of this historic region with authentic maritime crafts such as basket boating and net fishing – or they can feel the splash of the waves with a choice of exhilarating water sports such as bodyboarding, windsurfing, and kayaking.

Nestled on a private island in the lush Mekong Delta, Azerai Can Tho is only accessible by boat. Photo courtesy of Azerai

Azerai Can Tho, the enchanting natural retreat nestled on a private islet in the Hau River, has revealed a series of experiences that connect guests with the culture of the Mekong Delta.

Accessible only by boat, this verdant retreat promises complete seclusion and serenity, surrounded by lush gardens and dramatic banyan trees. With 60 rooms and five pool villas, this is an oasis of pure tranquility.

Guests can take a boat ride deep into the Mekong Delta and discover the remote village of Phu Ly, the gateway to a hidden Khmer temple that is over 350 years old.

After that, you can visit Ang Kuli, which means "fingers" in English – a temple built by hand in 1672. Once inside, you will be blessed by a Khmer monk.

Guests can also discover the art of Vietnamese chocolate making with this one-of-a-kind boat trip to an organic cacao farm; witness this time-honored process, from picking and harvesting the cacao beans to creating the chocolate, then return to the resort for a hands-on dessert-making class with Azerai Can Tho’s talented chef.

The Cai Rang floating market is a thriving hub of trade and commerce in the Mekong Delta. Board a wooden boat for a 45-minute voyage along the Hau River, passing traditional fishing villages, before reaching the market, where you can barter with local traders for a wide range of goods, including fresh tropical fruit.

Learn more about all the original experiences now available at Azerai Can Tho here.

At Azerai La Residence, Hue, experience-seeking couples can embark on private sunset cruises along the Perfume River. Photo courtesy of Azerai

Azerai La Residence, Hue, the restored Art Deco-style mansion on the banks of the Perfume River, puts guests in the heart of Vietnam’s imperial capital city.

First constructed in the 1930s as a French colonial residence, this impressive property features a collection of elegant rooms with river views, a lush tropical garden, a soothing saltwater swimming pool, a bar, and a brasserie restaurant.

Tourists can head out to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) and explore some iconic wartime sites, including the ancient town of Quang Tri, Hien Luong Bridge, Doc Mieu Firebase, and the Vinh Moc Tunnels.

For an exclusive and enchanting experience, you can take a private cruise down the Perfume River on the hotel’s traditional wooden boat.

Locally built, this 55-foot (17-meter) craft can accommodate up to 12 passengers for a series of serene voyages: afternoon tea cruise, a sunset cocktail cruise, and a dinner cruise.

Transport your taste buds on a multi-sensory adventure with our chef’s six-course degustation menu.

This is a unique opportunity to savor exquisite Vietnamese fusion cuisine, artfully presented and paired with fine wines. Available at Le Parfum restaurant, this is one of Hue’s most exclusive epicurean experiences.

Learn more about the inspiring experiences at Azerai La Residence, Hue, here.

Azerai is a new story and brand of resorts offering guests simple elegance, refined design, and discreet and attentive service in places of unique beauty and cultural interest.

The brand was formed by hotelier Adrian Zecha, and the name is derived from Zecha’s initials and the latter part of a Persian word, caravanserai, which references the storied old inns of the Middle East.

Azerai Ke Ga Bay marks the brand’s first beach resort and follows Azerai La Residence, Hue, a historic city resort overlooking the Perfume River in Vietnam’s former imperial capital, and Azerai Can Tho, a peaceful retreat set on a lush islet in the Mekong Delta.

Rates at Azerai’s hotels and resorts in Vietnam start at just US$250 net per night. For more information and to book an activity-packed adventure in Ke Ga Bay, Can Tho, or Hue, visit here.