Six Senses Ninh Van Bay

The illusion is that you’re on a remote island. The reality is that Six Senses Ninh Van Bay resort in Vietnam sits on a dramatic bay looking out to the East Vietnam Sea so it can only be approached by water. Impressive rock formations, a white sand beach, and a backdrop of towering mountains add to the fantasy. You can’t be more intimately at one with nature.

Just across from Nha Trang, the resort boasts beachfront and overwater villas, as well as villas nestled into the island’s rock formations. Go on an adventure or make use of the resort’s facilities and a wide variety of sporting equipment; this multi-award-winning Ninh Van Bay resort will have you pinching yourself to check you’re not dreaming.

Most times are excellent to visit Ninh Van Bay. Scuba divers find the best time is February to October when the visibility is the best. From March to November, the weather is ideal for sailing and hiking.

This is not only a private and relaxing hideaway; our proximity to Nha Trang and calm sheltered bay offers a host of land and water activities for an unforgettable stay. We have a troop of rare endangered monkeys that call the hills behind our Vietnam beach resort their home. They are quite shy, so should you encounter them during your stay it is a rare privilege.

Rooms & Suites
Six Senses private pool villas in Vietnam are spacious and comfortable, each with either a garden terrace or sundeck. Located on the beach, over the water, between the rocks, or perched on the mountainside, ocean views are ubiquitous. Each Ninh Van Bay villa type offers seclusion.

The Water Reserve
Set at the water’s edge on the rock formations of a private bay, the stunning new three-bedroom Water Reserve faces west to the setting sun. Access to the Reserve is by a walkway or a private speedboat. The private infinity pool blends naturally with the horizon and surrounding boulders.

There is a jetty for direct access to the sea. Housed in individual pavilions are a two-story living area with a dining room on the ground floor and the master and second bedrooms with en-suite bathroom, which offer a handmade bathtub and shower.

The upper floor of the living room pavilion can be converted to a third bedroom with a toilet and shower. There is also an outdoor cinema and wine fridge. A GEM (Guest Experience Maker) is on call 24 hours a day from our Ninh Van Bay hotel.

Hill Top Reserve
Set high on the hill with stunning panoramic views, this spacious villa crowns the resort and offers three full-sized bedrooms plus an infinity pool. The ultra-spacious villa blends beautifully with the pristine jungle and granite environment of Ninh Van Bay.

This premier Vietnam resort accommodation is ideal for families and small groups, providing privacy and unparalleled views of the bay, looking west towards Nha Trang city and the adjacent mountains. A cobblestone path leads to the villa, accessed by an off-road buggy.

The villa’s oversized infinity pool and sun deck are perfect for the many months of sunshine, while the air-conditioned common and gaming areas offer respite for those desiring some cooler times in their Vietnam vacation.

The Rock Retreat
The ultimate lifestyle villa set on dramatic rock formations in its own private bay accessible only by your own walkway or a speedboat. Set at the water’s edge on the rock formations of a private bay, this stunning cluster of pavilions faces west to the setting sun.

Access to the villa is by a speedboat or via a private wooden walkway set into the mountainside – a scenic twenty-minute walk from the main restaurant and bar of our Vietnam beach resort. The private plunge pool blends naturally with the horizon and surrounding boulders.

There are also wooden steps for direct sea access. Housed in the individual pavilions are the air-conditioned living area, which can be converted to a third bedroom with an en-suite, a dining sala, a spa treatment sala, and two master bedrooms with en-suite handmade bathtubs and showers. A dedicated GEM (Guest Experience Maker) is on call 24 hours a day.

Two-Bedroom Hill Top Pool Villa
An inspiring and very private location on the hill top with beautiful ocean views and a personal pool. Constructed of all-natural and sustainably sourced materials, the villas feature plunge pools and are facing the mountain ranges of Nha Trang whilst offering majestic views of the East Vietnam Sea.

The elevated, open-plan two-bedroom villas feature a walk-in closet area and an ensuite bathroom with separate vanity areas and a hand-crafted wooden bathtub. The villas are located on the mountainside above our Vietnam holiday resort, at either end of the bay, and accessible by private paths and stairs ensuring total privacy.

Water Pool Villa
As close to the water as you can get, set right at water’s edge and overlooking Ninh Van Bay’s coral formations. These villas are built on the edge of the water overlooking the bay’s coral, and with wooden steps leading directly to the sea they are an excellent launch pad for the snorkeling enthusiast.

They face the tropical sunset and feature a private deck for sunbathing, and a plunge pool. Their split-level layout is over water, with lovely open plan bathrooms and an outdoor shower. Located at the eastern end of the bay they can be accessed by a scenic, hillside staircase ensuring absolute privacy. A stay in these havens of serenity will leave you totally enthralled.

All our water villas are designed and built to enhance the beautiful, natural rock formations which Six Senses Ninh Van Bay is famous for. Each villa is unique and the current images are just a guide, we’ll be updating these as soon as we can.

Dining
It’s hard to choose what to eat and where to eat it thanks to the talents of our culinary team and destination dining options in Vietnam. From organic produce grown in temperate Dalat to lobsters, king prawn and fish straight from the sea, healthy juices or libations from the Wine Cave. You can even recline on a day bed with a sundowner and classic movie.

Dining by the Bay
Bubbly mood and Vietnamese influence. Dining by the Bay restaurant spans over two levels with views across the bay and is accompanied by a gentle sea breeze to refresh your senses. Serving Asian-Western flavors at breakfast and an international fusion dinner.

Dining by the Rocks
Showcasing local produce with prime meat and seafood in an intimate natural setting overlooking picturesque Ninh Van Bay and especially reserved for guests from 12 years to infinity.

Drinks by the Bay
Drinks by the Bay is the perfect place to enjoy an aperitif at sunset or after-dinner drinks. Furnished with comfortable daybeds and bar stools, the bar remains open each evening until the last guest departs.

Dining by the Pool
Lighter bites and casual dining throughout the day, washed down with a selection of cocktails and mocktails. Sit back, dream away and enjoy the great view over the beach and amazing Nha Trang Bay. There’s mini mi and little pho for the little ones too.

Dinner in the Wine Cave
Why serve meals when we can furnish memories? The Wine Cave is an authentic cavern setting for a very intimate dinner of beef fillet, grilled lobster or coconut chocolate mousse, perhaps paired with a plummy Malbec or citrusy Sauvignon Blanc.

Drinks by the Beach
Directly on the beachfront and adjacent to the arrival jetty, this is an idyllic spot to enjoy drinks during the day and spectacularly at sunset. Recline in comfort on catamaran-style day beds looking out to unparalleled views, sip a boozy Manhattan or non-alcoholic Shirley Temple through a bamboo straw and watch favorite classic movies showcased each evening.

Top of the rock
So special that it opens for just two hours at dusk each day, the bar offers 180-degree views of the bay from atop a huge rock formation. Sunsets and breathtaking mountain scenery are accompanied by shisha and wine pairing recommendations.

Romance with cool vibes and candlelight
The Wine Cave is an authentic hillside rock cavern; a unique setting for a very intimate dinner and wine pairing, as the ambient lighting and cozy atmosphere set the tone to make any occasion extra special.

Wellness & Spa
A sanctuary in the hilltops and reached via stepping stones, Six Senses Spa Ninh Van Bay treats you from top to toe. Bliss out with traditional Vietnamese therapies, local body treatments and rejuvenating journeys, while relaxing to the sound of the natural streams flowing by. Yoga, a jungle gym circuit and more serious wellness programs are on offer too.

Smart tech that’s all about you
We don’t follow fads. This is about combining our smart tech (and super smart experts!) with what we know about you to personalize a spa treatment or design a program to your particular needs (and your desire to stay horizontal or incorporate some get up and go).

Wellness Screening
This non-invasive analysis measures your key biomarkers and helps our experts understand what your body really needs. It’s simple, it’s quick and the readings along with a discussion about your lifestyle are used in design of a treatment or a bespoke multi-day program specific to your needs.

Spa Treatments
​​​​Surrender to the healing hands of our skilled therapists through specialty treatments and individual journeys that ensure your senses are balanced and your mind is blissful. At Six Senses spa resort in Vietnam, use natural and ethically-produced products together with traditional and locally-inspired practices to treat you from the inside out and outside in.

Green Coffee Body Treatment
Ideal for areas prone to cellulite, this treatment begins with dry body brushing to gently exfoliate the skin and stimulate the lymphatic circulation. It continues with the application of green coffee concentrate to specific areas to smooth lumpy-looking skin and a detoxifying green coffee wrap to hydrate and firm. This treatment completes with a relaxing detoxifying massage

Six Senses Signature Therapy – Deep Tissue
This treatment helps releases stress, eases muscle tension, boosts circulation and improves mobility, as well as muscle and skin tone. It targets the areas of concern specified by a guest and works therapeutically into deeper muscle layers, addressing trigger points with gentle pressure and release techniques. Silicone cups or warm compresses may be used in the treatment, depending on the individual’s need.

Fitness
If you can’t find time in a hectic home life to improve stamina, tone up or address specific movement related concerns, this program is for you. It focuses on movement, blending high and low intensity training with recovery treatments, meditation and sleep.

This program is ideal if you want to give yourself a kick start; need support to help you keep going when the body says stop; want to reach a goal that will make you feel happy, body confident and instill a sense of pride; challenge yourself; or simply want to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

If even the thought of fitness brings you out in a cold sweat, don’t worry. There are no shouty drill instructors: everything is done in steps you feel comfortable with. And you did click the link.

Discover Yoga
Immerse yourself in a daily practice of hatha yoga to maintain body and mind balance. Relieve stress, tension and muscle stiffness, and keep the body strong, centered, powerful and flexible, while learning to quiet the mind.

This program is ideal for complete yoga novices looking for an alternative and enjoyable body and mind practice who wish to develop an understanding of how the body engages in each posture and enhance the body’s natural intuition. The program can be adapted to more seasoned yoga practitioners.

Detox
Eliminate toxins, improve digestion, boost the immune system and clear your mind. Our non-invasive yogic cleanse helps your body detox in a safe, controlled manner, combined with low intensity training, detoxifying therapies and mind-body practices.

This program is ideal if you want to rid yourself of built up toxins or shake off fatigue that has taken up a regular spot in your daily life. It’s also worth considering if you find yourself lacking enthusiasm; you’re suffering from symptoms such as bloating, constipation and dull skin; or you simply want to give your digestive system a break and clean out clogged up organs in a natural way.

Vietnam adventures abound or lolling around?
Activities for all ages include hiking, cooking classes, and yoga or inactivities in the sanctuary of our spa. On-site, spend your time on, over, or under the water. Off-site starts with island-hopping and extends to soaking up the colorful coast and culture.

Reconnect With Family
Enjoy spending precious time with your loved ones by dedicating a day packed full of fun activities that will reignite your sense of discovery, get your tastebuds zinging and get your soul singing again! This day is a perfect way to recharge your energy as a family by going back to the basics of life, being in nature, having fun and not using technology to do so!

Make the most of your time together with minimal distractions and maximum memories. Each family will be offered a Polaroid camera and two films to use during the day to save the memories to treasure for the future.

We will also ask you all to place all devices in a wooden box which will be locked and kept for the day by the Experience team – don’t worry, we’ll deliver them back to your villa at the end of the day.

Rituals
Arrival spirit
It’s all about the gong! In ancient Vietnam, this is a timeless tradition and included in important celebrations to welcome guests to the local commune or village. In this case that VIP is you. As you step from the boat onto our jetty and strike the gong, we invite you to set an intention for your stay with a loud and satisfying clang.

Water ritual
All Six Senses properties bottle their own water on site, which avoids the transportation of almost 2 million plastic bottles a year. We also provide filtration drinking water systems to schools in the Van Ninh and Cam Lam districts.

So it’s fair to say that as a precious resource, and essence of all life, water is important to us! During our water ritual, we pour drinking water into a singing bowl to energize it. Refresh your senses with this positive energy as you drink the water and share the love by pouring it onto a nearby tree.

Fire ritual
Used in many ancient traditions, a fire ceremony can release unhappy memories, fears, negative emotions or anything you are holding onto that you just want to let go. It’s pretty simple.

Just use your sixth sense (your intuition) to ask your heart what is not serving you anymore than, using a twig from our forest to represent that emotion, transfer it onto the fire while breathing out. This will release the unwanted energy or emotion. Watch it burn! Then see how you feel over the coming days.

Departure spirit
It’s sad to think about it, but the time will come when you have to leave us (for now). Take a moment before you go to give thanks and help us sow some rice.

Rice farming is deeply rooted in Vietnamese culture, forming many customs, but rice seasons are completely dependent on the weather. Please take a few grains of rice seed and, as you plant them, make a wish for healthy rains so our communities have water to drink and crops to harvest.

Trekking
Set off directly from the resort on “back to nature trails” that have been prepared with minimal impact on our surroundings. Sturdy footwear is a must and we recommend comfortable clothing, sunglasses, hat and sun block. Why not prepare ahead and book a foot acupressure treatment to soothe tired toes in our Six Senses Spa?

Romantic Cruise
Toast the sun as it slips beyond the South Vietnam Sea, setting the ideal moment to pop the cork off the sparkling wine (or even pop the question) while enjoying an intimate moment together. Please advise us of any special request that will enhance your experience, such as your favorite wine, Champagne, surprise gifts, etc.

Vietnamese Cooking Class
Whether you are a total novice or an experienced cook, you’ll find our hands-on cooking class the fun way to become familiar with the wonderful local cuisine. Learn the finer art of preparing some of the most popular Vietnamese dishes with a chef from the region.

Kayaking Adventures
Take a kayak from our bay, along the breathtaking shoreline to our private beach. This scenic journey takes about 45 minutes and passes fishermen tending their nets. After reaching Bai Nho beach, enjoy a short rest on the shore before kayaking back to the resort. If you’d like to savor the sunshine or snorkel, you can stay longer and return via boat to the resort.

Fishing
Fishing trips for the whole family to enjoy as you cruise our beautiful bay. Remember your sunblock, hat and camera. Your guide will instruct you on which fish to keep or release to preserve the fish population. You can even combine your fishing trip with a visit to the local lobster farm, or book a Vietnamese cooking class and learn how to make traditional sweet and sour fish soup.

Afternoon Tea
Choose from an extensive selection of premium loose-leaf teas or wellness juices that are accompanied by delicious freshly baked cheese cake and cookies. Enjoy the picturesque views of Ninh Van Bay from Drinks by the Bay.

Alchemy Bar
Learn in-depth alchemy at this interactive wellness workshop. Make your own scrubs, hair shampoo and more at the spa’s Alchemy Bar, guided by a skilled therapist who will explain the healing properties of each of the ingredients.

A truly sensory experience, you’ll feel the textures and smell the wonderful aromas of the fresh, seasonal and 100 percent organic ingredients picked from the garden. Activities include making a body scrub, natural hair shampoo and mask and hand sanitizer.

Beach Barbecue
Enjoy a private barbecue dinner on the beach, just after sunset as the colors of the Ninh Van Bay sky are vibrant and slowly giving way to a starry night, our chefs prepare a variety of local seafood, including lobster, reef fish and beef. These are accompanied by refreshing salads and other organic ingredients produced from our own gardens.

Earth Lab Tour
It is named Earth to celebrate our home and source of all life, and Lab for experimentation, innovation and exploration. Join us in our activities and participate with us in reaching our sustainability goals.

We also communicate work happening off site, for example wildlife conservation and community development during one of your visits. All you have to do is make an appointment and drop by or refer to our weekly activities schedule.

Cinema Under the Stars
A true Six Senses experience is one that is unexpected. Relax on a sun lounger with the palms rustling in the breeze. Enjoy our state-of-the-art surround-sound system, along with homemade popcorn. Scheduled screenings take place twice a week, but should you wish to have a more private experience, screenings can also be arranged for couples, families or groups.

Just Kids
Six Senses Ninh Van Bay introduces an exciting kid’s adventure under Grow With Six Senses with no less than 58 arts, crafts, discovery, sports, ecology, and outdoor activities at the brand new Vooc Village club.

Kids will also receive a copy of Grow With Six Senses passport. It’s the gateway to your kid’s adventure that contains various challenges to accomplish, collect stamps and get a special reward upon completion. Suitable for children from 4 to 12 years old.

Island Hopping
First visit the marine protected area to see some of the most intact coral reefs in the region. Next head to the caves where swiflet birds make their nests. Afterward, see how the fishermen raise fish, lobster and squid and stop at a fishing village to experience local life.

Diving Trips
Our team and diving partners are committed to providing only the highest quality of dive instruction. The multi-national hosts ensure everyone has the opportunity to enjoy this fascinating and addictive sport.

The dive site is located at Mun Island Marine Park, accessible by a 40-minute speedboat ride from Six Senses Ninh Van Bay. You can discover various species of hard and soft corals, reef fish, starfish, moray eels and nudibranchs. Visibility is usually fantastic and extends up to 30 feet (10 m).

Website: www.sixsenses.com

Rooms: 62

Price: from 548 EUR per night