A magical riverside sanctuary near Hoi An

On a quiet islet lined with nipa palms, where the Thu Bon River bends toward the sea, Namia River Retreat appears like a hidden world. The shift is immediate: softer light, slower air, gardens that move gently with the breeze. What begins as a short ride from Hoi An becomes an arrival into calm.

Private pool villas rest among tropical greenery, shaped by natural textures, thatched ceilings and sliding doors opening to peaceful terraces. Some sit along the river, others tucked into lush gardens, each one offering quiet rhythms of sunrise, warm evenings and uninterrupted space.

Life here unfolds slowly. The lagoon-like pool blends into the landscape, framed by palms and wooden walkways. Wellness drifts through the day with herbal hammams, breathwork, yoga, cold plunges and traditional Vietnamese therapies. Lanterns glow at dusk, marking the river’s transition into night.