Chen Sea Resort & Spa Phu Quoc

It was a piece of heaven on earth! We loved everything – the bungalow-style houses, the comfortable king-size bed, the high-quality bathroom amenities, and the luxurious shower with a huge mirror :). The breakfast was varied and delicious. The restaurant was good, but quite pricey. We were very pleased with the happy hours. The street leading to the hotel, within walking distance, offers countless restaurants with delicious, high-quality food. A nice bonus was the free rental of canoes, paddleboards, and snorkeling masks... The highlight of the hotel is its heavenly grounds, immersed in greenery and flowers, the pristine golden sand beach, the attentive staff, and the peace and quiet! We truly rested our bodies and souls. On our last evening, as always, we enjoyed the gorgeous sunset while listening to live music – a violinist played on the lawn near the restaurant. It was wonderful! It's details like these that make a vacation unforgettable and magical! A special thank you to the girl who leads the morning yoga.

We stayed nearly a month here in December which was our 3rd or 4th stay over 8 years. Some changes I personally didn’t prefer as much as in the past like breakfast - I wish the hot bar had western protein foods again like scrambled eggs, better sausages and bacon ready to eat instead of having to wait a very very long time at the egg station on line or unpleasantly pick at old cold bacon and what looks like sausages premade and sitting on toast. Fresh Egg station should still be there as always but option to eat warm western protein staples quickly would be preferred as the layout of the restaurant isn’t conducive to waiting or coming back up and down stairs. This may not bother those staying one or two days but more starts to sink in. Hot stations aren’t right for starch dishes like delicate Vietnamese rice, noodle or dumplings which became overdried and stuck to each other. Wasn’t fresh and taste also was meh. The Vietnamese cold station could use more diversity of well assembled tastes over large scattering of random salad ingredients. I remember prawn pomelo salads and mango seaweed salads in sesame dressings in the past. And what happened to the abundance of beautiful delicious overripe fruits? At breakfast and service plate for the room(nice gesture) - fruits “looked” nice but taste wasn’t fresh, weren’t ripe and sweet. Sometimes mangos were ripe, sometimes not, pomelo was sawdust dry, jackfruit was dry and only a handful, papaya was gone after few minutes. In past there was always abundance of ripe mangos, ripe papayas, fruity juicy jackfruit, passionfruit -every day that would start the day with the feeling “I am in a beautiful tropical paradise.” This time I just felt there was a lack or limit of good fruit I can take which felt disappointing. Assortment of room fruits look nice but taste was dry, not all that great. While on the restaurant, dinner and especially bbq was entirely disappointing for the price - and this was unanimously the number one comment and concern of every guest that spoke to us over the month. But my husband loved the lunch sandwiches, I thought the burger was the best on the island. We just wish there was more consistency to the level of tastiness and execution of Vietnamese dishes, at a more reasonable price that didn’t easily drive us to go elsewhere to find. Over the years there’s been general management by Swiss, Italian, now Viet- and the resto has some major identity crisis as it seems. All the Guests that spoke to us want diversity of simple, tasty, well executed staple foods both Viet and western at a reasonable price. Not try too hard menu not executed well for pretentiously high price. Other than this, Chen Sea is EXCELLENT. I love the grounds that seem to be more beautiful than before. I love the rooms. I still feel staff can’t do enough for you, from the gardeners to sports team to cleaning staff(outstanding) are confident, well trained, professional with the quiet elegance that sets Chen Sea apart from the rest and for this alone we will be back to its immaculate grounds again next year for sure. I really hope the hotel can keep the sand from disappearing more into the rising waters which seems to be a test for many on the island. Thank you!!

Such an amazing place located along side of a beautiful beach. Accommodation is chalet stye and each one is very well laid out and modern facilities. Staff are pleasant and everything was well maintained and clean. Food from the restaurant was lovely and very satisfying/ The pool is large and allows views of the beach and sea, both of which are clean and perfect for morning or evening walks. There is also a jetty where you can relax and enjoy the lovely sunsets.

I had a lovely time at Chen Sea resort with my boyfriend! The staff were friendly and accommodating and we never felt so relaxed. The breakfast bar had a large variety of food and I particularly enjoyed the noodle bar. The private beach was quite clean and quiet and you can easily spend the whole afternoon there. The room has a rustic vibe and a lovely patio with a outdoor bathtub. We joined the private speed boat tour and cooking class with Chef Hung during our stay. The speed boat was great and they brought us to lovely spots to snorkel and fish and we even tried seawalking. The cooking class was such a special experience. It is clear that Chef Hung loves cooking and we went with him to the wet market to pick up seafood. We cooked and ate in the secret garden. We did not plan to visit the secret garden during our stay, so it was a lovely surprise seeing all the fresh produce grown there.

Very nice hotel. Direct access to private beach and driving distance to all main attractions of the island. Breakfast was good quality and sufficient 😁 Rooms are nice and spacious but could use a small refresher to be 2025 proof. Staff were all friendly but level of English should be better. Overall great stay and would be happy to go back

The Vietnamese Island of Phu Quoc is rapidly developing. If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle and just want to relax – consider coming to the Chen Sea Resort. The main town is about 20 min away if you want to go to the night market or do some shopping. The Chen Sea is a lovely well set out small resort with its own private beach, infinity pool, water sports equipment, massage facilities and spacious grounds. Transfers to and from the Airport and the hotel were part of our deal and very convenient. The staff are friendly and attentive. We stayed in a beach fronting sea view villa. It was private, spacious, well-appointed and homely. We enjoyed some snorkelling directly in front of the beach and there are plenty of small fish and crabs to look at. Unfortunately, like much of the oceans and waterways in the region, there is a lot of soft plastic waste floating around in the water. The hotel had staff dedicated to constantly removing as much as they could. We also went out for a paddle on a 2 person kayak which was fun. Our package included breakfast. The buffet had a lovely selection of local fruits, pastries, fresh pressed juices, and a large variety of warm and cold western and Asian foods. We had no space for lunch after the delicious breakfast and Vietnamese coffee. The Italian restaurant provided the inhouse lunch and dinner options which we did not try. However, if you want to eat authentic Vietnamese local food in a very relaxed beach front environment on the sand, there is a little hidden gem. Just a short walk down the beach is the Bamboo Restaurant. It’s hard to find if you go inland but it’s a straight 2 minute stroll on the beach from the hotel. The Bamboo is not a fancy place, is run by a hard working family who dish up some amazing freshly cooked food at very good prices. Their fruit smoothies, spring rolls and fresh seafood are great. If you love tuna, they have a signature dish that you need to order in advance. The Chen Sea resort is ideal for couples or families with older kids who just want to take it easy and de-stress in a quiet location – away from the mass tourism and mega hotels and attractions found on the other parts of Phu Quoc.

The hotel was absolutely amazing! The service was exceptional – the staff went above and beyond in every possible way, always with a smile and a genuine desire to help. They assisted us with everything, from booking tours outside the hotel to contacting the airline – we truly felt cared for at every moment. The hotel restaurant was excellent, with delicious and varied food that could be ordered directly to the pool, the beach, or the room – ultimate comfort without compromising on quality. The entire property is spotless and beautifully maintained, with attention to every detail. The rooms are large, spacious, and comfortable, offering a real sense of peace and privacy. The beach is gorgeous – clean, calm, and well-equipped. Guests can use snorkeling gear, kayaks, SUP boards, and more, all in a relaxing and luxurious atmosphere. This is truly one of those hotels where the service and overall quality exceed expectations. Every request was handled quickly and kindly. A truly outstanding experience – highly recommended!

We had a wonderful time staying at Chen Sea Resort and Spa. We stayed in a pool villa which was absolutely stunning. Staff were so friendly and polite. Prior to check-in, we were greeted with welcoming drinks and fruits upon arrival. Swimming pool was clean and overlook to the sea. Very quiet, peaceful resort and worth every penny. We felt like home away from home. Thank you Chen Sea.