Stop for picnics in the valley, discover hidden waterfalls and meet members of the Red Dao tribe. Topas is an ideal starting point for Sapa’s many beautiful hiking trails including the summit of Mount Fansipan – the highest peak in South East Asia. Wonderfully simple in its style, every space was built to frame the stirring, mist-enveloped mountain views, whether it’s from the saltwater infinity pool that seems to reflect the wide-open sky or over a cup of Vietnamese coffee on your private veranda. Except for the glass-sided restaurant, which sits in two reconstructed Tay houses, most of the lodge is built using white mountain granite. Dubbed by National Geographic as one of the best eco lodges in the world, Topas was built to scarcely leave a footprint on the emerald landscape and works closely with the local community – most of its staff grew up in the nearby village. Leave your worries in the rear view mirror as you follow an ancient trail into the ‘Tonkinese Alps’. You’ll have ample opportunity to explore the city, taking in the poignant history at the War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace, the glamour of the Saigon Opera House and the tantalising stalls at Ben Thanh Street Food Market. High above these historic streets, the suites are plush with furniture hand-crafted by Vietnamese artisans, cloudlike beds draped in Egyptian cotton and clawfoot bathtubs. Set in the pulsing heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Hotel des Arts is 24 floors of high-rise heaven with photogenic lounges where a grand piano tinkles and High Tea is served under bird cage chandeliers, hallways lined with the owner’s private collection of art and antiques, and a rooftop bar where you can watch the electric nightlife of the city play out over a signature ‘Saigon by Night’ cocktail. From mega-watt hotels and island oases to bona fide eco resorts hidden deep in the countryside, Vietnam has a plethora of top-tier accommodation – it made it hard to choose our favourites! If a trip to this next-level destination has been in your drafts for a while, take a look at our guide to the best hotels in Vietnam and get planning. In the upper echelon of many a bucket list, Vietnam has long been known as a country of deep history and tradition, astounding natural beauty and lip-smacking cuisine.
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