An Lam Retreats Ninh Van Bay

My girlfriend and I recently spent three nights at An Lam, and it was an experience we'll likely remember for a long time. The resort boasts a truly unique character, centered around a wood theme that made us feel as if we were actually living in a forest. Our tree top villa, just like its name suggests, nests beautifully in the trees. All in all An Lam is an ideal choice for anyone seeking a relaxing retreat immersed in nature.||The breakfast and the food in general were consistently delicious and refined. The Vietnamese dishes, in particular, were so authentic and satisfying that we felt no need to go back to the mainland Nha Trang, though that would be significantly cheaper of course. My girlfriend did, however, wish for a greater variety of sweet pastries for breakfast dessert.||While the beach itself wasn't stunning due to small rocks and muddy waters (perhaps due to weather conditions), a nearby raft provided a fun spot for kayaking and swimming. The swimming pool, with gracefully leaning coconut trees, was also very romantic.||The resort's activities were both fun and engaging. We enjoyed a hike up the mountain right next to the resort, and the descent along a stream was particularly pleasant.||The staff were friendly, lovely, enthusiastic, and humorous. A big shout-out to our butler bạn Khánh, our hiking guide anh Dũng, bạn Hòa at the restaurant, and all the staff – you truly made our vacation possible!||I'm giving An Lam a temporary 4-star rating, reserving one star for a few areas where small improvements could be made:||- Arrival Experience: First impressions are crucial, and the airport and speedboat transfers could be smoother. Upon arrival at the airport, we had to contact the resort to locate our shuttle and receptionist. While our delayed flight and a change in baggage claim carousel might have contributed to this, a more proactive and seamless pickup process would be appreciated. Additionally, the speedboat appeared somewhat old and worn.||- In-Room policy: We accidentally dropped and broke a bottle of lotion in our room because the cap was loose, causing it to fall when picked up. We were charged a fee for this. While I understand it's resort policy, a bit more consideration and flexibility for such accidental breakages, especially when potentially due to a product defect, would be a welcome gesture.||- Sports Facilities: Adding more sports facilities, such as a tennis, badminton, or pickleball court, would be a nice enhancement for guests who enjoy active recreation.||p.s: I was somewhat "forced" by my girlfriend to write this review because she felt so appreciative and believed it was the right and deserving thing to do for the staff at An Lam.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️½ (4.5/5) I had a lovely stay at this unique resort tucked away in a quiet bay. To get there, you’ll need to take a short canoe ride, which adds a nice sense of escape and adventure right from the start. The resort offers plenty of activities—though naturally, being in the bay, it’s not quite the same as being on the mainland, and there’s no sandy beach. Still, it has its own charm. I stayed in a treetop villa, which was beautifully secluded and offered stunning views and complete privacy—something I really appreciated. Being so close to nature, I did encounter a few unexpected visitors like birds, squirrels, mosquitoes, and even a cockroach or two. That said, I want to emphasize that the villa was spotlessly clean—it’s just part of the experience of being surrounded by the natural environment. A special shout-out to our butler, Quyen, who was incredibly kind and helpful throughout our stay—she really made a difference in our overall experience. All in all, everything was well taken care of, and while it’s not a perfect 5 stars for my personal preferences, I truly enjoyed my time there and would absolutely love to return someday!

I had the most wonderful experience attending a yoga session led by Hue, who is truly an amazing instructor. From the moment the session began, her calm energy and warm presence made me feel completely at ease. She guided us with such clarity and grace, making every movement feel intentional and deeply connected to the breath.||Hue has a beautiful way of creating a safe, welcoming space that allows you to relax, release, and truly be present. Her voice is soothing, her instructions are easy to follow, and she offers just the right amount of encouragement without ever making you feel pressured. Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced, Hue makes everyone feel seen and supported.||What stood out most to me was how healing the entire session felt. It wasn’t just physical movement—it was emotional release, mental clarity, and spiritual grounding all rolled into one. I left the class feeling lighter, calmer, and more in tune with myself.||If you ever get the chance to join one of Hue’s classes, I can’t recommend it enough. She is a rare and gifted teacher, and I feel incredibly lucky to have experienced her practice. Thank you, Hue, for such a heartwarming and healing session 🩷🥰

The shared amenities at this resort were excellent. All of the food—including the buffet breakfast, surprisingly was amazing. Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The spa was expensive for Vietnam but worth it for me. Hue did my massage and also led the free yoga and meditation sessions. She was absolutely fantastic and a real highlight of the stay. Other activities were on the pricey side, but I guess that’s expected at a 5-star resort. I can’t speak for all the villas, but ours was definitely showing signs of wear. All fittings were loose, the pool had a few green (mould?) patches and chipped tiles, and the filter stopped working briefly. The bathroom had chipped tiles and missing grout, the shower pressure was low, and hot water was inconsistent. The deck needed oiling, stair and balustrades could use some attention, and the sunbeds were a bit rusty. None of this was major, but the small issues added up and made the villa feel a little neglected. The resort didn’t seem at full capacity, so it might be worth taking certain villas offline temporarily for maintenance one by one (assuming the other were in a similar state) That said, the setting was peaceful, with beautiful views, a comfortable bed, and fresh water always available. Overall, we really enjoyed the experience.

I had a great time! Beautiful quiet resort for those looking to get away from busy city life. I specifically recommend taking the sunset cruise aboard the Catamaran with Dung who is charismatic and well versed on facts on the area.

I booked this resort for my birthday vacation, It was a great choice when I stayed here. The resort was nice and quite, good breakfast, good services and the butler Quyen was nice, she was professional and friendly. I got the birthday cake when I arrived. It was such sweet memories. I recommend this resort for people who loves the nature, quite, services.

We have had the most amazing time at An Lam! Thom helped make us feel extremely welcome and was so helpful throughout all of our stay. The activities at A Lam are definitely worth doing! We did snorkelling on the massive private catamaran with Phong and Hai where we saw some amazing marine life, with a BBQ lunch. Hiking with Nhan was such a great adventure past the waterfalls. We also definitely recommend doing meditation with Vy which was so serene and relaxing right by the beach! The food is wonderful and we definitely left feeling completely relaxed and content!

My husband and I stayed here for 3 nights in celebration of our 30th year anniversary and it was sheer perfection! Our butler Thom was a true gem that took great care of us during our stay. The breakfast is excellent with many options and different varieties daily. Dinner was so beautiful everynight at the restaurant overlooking the beach at sunset. The resort is small enough to feel safe walking everywhere on foot but had enough grounds that we got a very very good workout during our hiking self expedition. There are soooo many pleasant discoveries around every nook and cranny of the island. On our hike, discovered a beautiful flowing downhill stream atop beautiful boulders. It wasn't until we reached the top that we turned around and withnessed a most serene beautiful view among the treetops. The resort is very quiet, ideal for couples/families that want privacy, peace, and respice. There were other excursions offered to us as well, however, we simply took the time well spent laying on the beach, walking the beachfront, and just enjoying eachother's company. If you are looking for a place to rest and rejuvenate, this is the place. The photos and videos thaken at this resort our my favorites ever. All we had to do was point and click and it all turned out amazing!!!