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Back in 2019, plans were announced for an exciting new Park Hyatt resort in Vietnam. The property has been massively behind schedule on its planned 2022 opening. However, there’s finally some positive news, as the hotel has opened for bookings… only time will tell if that timeline sticks, though (thanks to Christophe for flagging this).
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Basics of the new Park Hyatt Phu Quoc, Vietnam
The Park Hyatt Phu Quoc is now accepting reservations for stays as of March 1, 2027. The delays on this property have been endless, so it’ll be interesting to see if this timeline actually sticks, or if we see further delays.
For those not familiar with Phu Quoc, it’s Vietnam’s largest island, and half of the island is in a national park and UNESCO site. The Park Hyatt Phu Quoc is expected to feature a total of 168 keys, including 114 rooms and suites, and 54 private pool villas. This is Park Hyatt’s first resort in Vietnam, and second property in the country, after the Park Hyatt Saigon.
The resort is located on the southwestern tip of Phu Quoc Island, and is developed on 160 acres of land, bordered by a mile-long white sand beach on one side, and lush hills on the other side. The Park Hyatt is a 30-minute drive from Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC).
Details about the property are fairly limited, though here are some things we do know:
- In terms of accommodations, entry level rooms are 861 square feet (80 square meters), suites start at 1,776 square feet (165 square meters), and villas start at 3,013 square feet (280 square meters); while I suspect these sizes include outdoor space, they’re absolutely massive across the board
- The resort features a variety of dining outlets, including Fisherman’s (offering a Vietnamese seafood experience), Pepper Grill (an open fire cooking restaurant), Herbs & Spices (serving Vietnamese comfort cuisine), La Maisonette (serving Vietnamese food with a French influence), Pool House & Bar (serving Italian food), the Living Room (the lobby bar), and more
- The property has two swimming pools, a lakeside spa, a gym house with a lap pool, a kids club, event space, and more
- The Park Hyatt Phu Quoc also has The Manor, which is an eight bedroom oceanfront villa, designed for up to 24 guests; this retails for $25,000+ per night
Below are some renderings of the Park Hyatt Phu Quoc. Given that we’ve had the same renderings for years and the property has been delayed year after year, I can’t help but wonder if the actual property looks anything like the renderings.
Park Hyatt Phu Quoc cash & points rates
With the Park Hyatt Phu Quoc now bookable, what are rates like?
If you’re looking to redeem World of Hyatt points, this is a Category 7 property, meaning that a free night redemption will cost anywhere from 25,000 to 55,000 points per night, assuming a standard room is available. I value World of Hyatt points at around 1.5 cents each, so that puts the “cost” of a redemption at $375-825 per night.
When it comes to cash rates, they seem to start at just over $700 per night, and that’s before the 13.4% in taxes and service charges, so we’re talking about entry level rates of over $800 per night all-in.
If you are looking to book a cash stay here, I’d recommend doing so through the Hyatt Privé program, which offers extra perks like room upgrades, a hotel credit, and more. Ford and his team can help, can be reached at [email protected].
Depending on the award pricing for the nights you’re looking at, redeeming points here could potentially be a very good value.
Is Phu Quoc, Vietnam, worth a visit?
While I’ve visited major cities in Vietnam several times before, I’ve never gone there for a beach vacation, so I’m intrigued by this property, especially given the value of World of Hyatt points, plus of World of Hyatt Globalist status.
Based on what I’ve heard, currently the top properties on the island are the JW Marriott Phu Quoc and Regent Phu Quoc. Many people have told me that the JW Marriott, in particular, is fantastic, much better than you’d expect based on the branding.
I’m curious, though, for those who have been to Phu Quoc, is it worth a trek from the United States? I’m sure it’s gorgeous and I’ll certainly take Vietnamese food over Caribbean food, but is it otherwise worth traveling that far out of the way?
It’s funny how my preferences in that regard have changed over the years. 15 years ago, I’d almost exclusively take beach vacations in Southeast Asia, given the generally higher standard of everything (service, hotels, etc.), plus the more reasonable prices.
However, as I’ve gotten older, my opinion has changed. For one, the jet lag becomes more challenging the older I get, and can take away from relaxation. Furthermore, flight award options just aren’t as exciting as they were over a decade ago. Like, easily being able to always snag Cathay Pacific first class awards was a great reason to vacation in Asia, as far as I’m concerned. 😉 But that’s no longer so easy.
Bottom line
A Park Hyatt property is expected to open in Phu Quoc, Vietnam, and it’s now accepting reservations for stays as of March 2027. This property has been under development for eons, and it’s about five years behind schedule on opening. Here’s to hoping that the current March 2027 timeline sticks, as I know this is a resort that many people have been looking forward to.
Do you plan on checking out the Park Hyatt Phu Quoc?
Been to Phu Quoc and stayed at the Regent. The resort itself is absolutely beautiful, food was excellent and the service was impeccable. If I ever return, it would be for the Regent experience rather than the island itself. I personally found there wasn’t a whole lot on the island that really interested me beyond relaxing at the resort. That said, I’d love to try PH Phu Quoc one day. But after seeing the rates, I think I’ll wait a bit...
As for Vietnam, I've done the Capella Hanoi, which was absolutely outstanding, and the Four Seasons Nam Hai (Da Nang), which was nice despite the mediocre beach. On Phu Quoc, I'm still a bit torn. Some of it just sounds like a somewhat tacky mass tourism, theme park type setup, which just isn't my thing. For resort holidays, I do prefer quiet luxury rather than that, so I generally gravitate more towards Thailand, where on...
As for Vietnam, I've done the Capella Hanoi, which was absolutely outstanding, and the Four Seasons Nam Hai (Da Nang), which was nice despite the mediocre beach. On Phu Quoc, I'm still a bit torn. Some of it just sounds like a somewhat tacky mass tourism, theme park type setup, which just isn't my thing. For resort holidays, I do prefer quiet luxury rather than that, so I generally gravitate more towards Thailand, where on top of the beach resorts, I even appreciate BKK for its city resort options.
I'd even favor Bali, despite its (no less tacky) pockets of mass tourism, given the fact that it does have amazing options (e.g., Alila Villas, Raffles Bali) that are rather secluded and quiet.
I do agree though that I've heard good things about the JW in Phu Quoc, and I'm definitely interested in the PH there. So I might just give it a try eventually.
Phu Quoc used to be such a beautiful place 20 years ago with only a few local properties and la Veranda (Accor) then all brands came and the coasts now look with any other place in the caribbeans, hotels all the way long, full of concrete, what a shame
Phu Quoc is a development being developed. A lot of Vietnam is headed in that direction. It’s Florida for the Chinese. Which is fine. But I have no desire to go there anymore. Not that I matter, and I don’t. Love the food though!
I definitely enjoyed my time in Phu Quoc - the Intercontinental there, although mass produced, has one of the best club lounges I have been to with incredible service. As to whether Phu Quoc is worth visiting, the level of development by the Sun Group has turned southern Phu Quoc into something akin to Vegas, with its own Colosseum! Clearly catering to Chinese tourists, there are also hundreds of identical villa/condo/properties built for Chinese and...
I definitely enjoyed my time in Phu Quoc - the Intercontinental there, although mass produced, has one of the best club lounges I have been to with incredible service. As to whether Phu Quoc is worth visiting, the level of development by the Sun Group has turned southern Phu Quoc into something akin to Vegas, with its own Colosseum! Clearly catering to Chinese tourists, there are also hundreds of identical villa/condo/properties built for Chinese and Russians which when I visited in 2022 lay empty and abandoned! I would certainly visit again as part of a wider trip in the region, but I wouldn’t travel great distances just to visit Phu Quoc!
My personal opinion is that if you're going to stay on-property you might as well go to the Caribbean. Hotels don't look that different from country to country
You can always take "Philippines Airlines" via Alaska/Atmos . lol!
I was at the JW Marriott when it was a Sheraton (I think) which I booked with Marriott category 5 certificates (it was a while ago) and it was AMAZING. The breakfast was absolutely outstanding and the grounds were fairytale-like. I'd highly recommend visiting it after/before PH Phu Quoc. Hint, hint ;)
Speaking of “Finally,” it seems the FAA just approved the 737 Max 7, today (August 3)…
@ 1990 -- Hah, you're reading my mind, that's the post I'm working on...
It’s a pleasant surprise!
sounds like a perfect excuse for a Vietnam visit in 2027: Capella Hanoi, Park Hyatt Phu Quoc, and maybe one of the six senses properties in the region? let's make it happen :)
@ Harold -- I do need to check out the Capella Hanoi!
Ben I love the Capella Hanoi and it is the best city hotel that I've stay at. And I have been to many Park Hyatt, Waldorf, St Regis and Ritz. No lounge but both breakfast and HH in the Living Room are outstanding. I will take that more than any club lounges.
If you are there, you gotta do Regent Phu Quoc (it blows the JW out of the water, especially if you get...
Ben I love the Capella Hanoi and it is the best city hotel that I've stay at. And I have been to many Park Hyatt, Waldorf, St Regis and Ritz. No lounge but both breakfast and HH in the Living Room are outstanding. I will take that more than any club lounges.
If you are there, you gotta do Regent Phu Quoc (it blows the JW out of the water, especially if you get lounge access) and IC Danang (I very much prefer that view vs the four season Da Nang view). Those are my fav point resorts in Vietnam (I was born there). Amanoi is on my list but I heard so many great thing as well. I've also tried the Six Senses Ninh Van Bay in Nha Trang, also a lovely property. Make a stop in Saigon for the Park Hyatt/Reverie as well to round up your trip.