Hotel Royal Hoi An Danang
Romantic, narrative-driven luxury. Think four-poster beds, silk brocade pillows, velvet sofas, and freestanding tubs — all tied to a real historical love story, not a decorator's whim.
Book a Wakaku wing Grand Deluxe for a river-view balcony at the more accessible end of the rate card
Why It Matters
The Michelin Guide-listed hotel holds a genuine design concept rooted in a real cross-cultural 17th-century romance, not a generic 'Asian inspiration.' It earned the Wine Spectator Restaurant Award in 2019 (first in Hoi An), and the Luxury Lifestyle Awards named it Best Luxury Honeymoon Hotel in Hoi An (2024). The Deck Bar is the highest rooftop bar in Hoi An.
Two hotel wings, one love story. Hotel Royal Hoi An Danang is built around the 17th-century romance of Sotaro Araki, a Japanese merchant from Nagasaki, and Princess Ngoc Hoa of Hue — whose marriage was regarded as the first between a Vietnamese citizen and a foreigner. That backstory isn't just marketing copy: it literally splits the property in two. The Sotaro wing goes dark and Japanese, with rich wood floors, glowing lanterns, and a rooftop pool bar. The Wakaku wing is all curved ceilings, lavish drapery, and an Art Nouveau-inspired ground-floor pool. Both wings sit right on the Hoai River, a short walk from Hoi An's ancient town, with 187 rooms across seven categories.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Deluxe King River View
30-34 sqm with plush bedding, elegant interiors, and direct views over the Thu Bon River. Good value entry point for a confirmed river view.
32 sqm
Deluxe Room
30-34 sqm, the entry-level category. Views of the town precinct. Note: some Wakaku wing Deluxe rooms have limited views — worth specifying at booking if views matter. Available as king (36 rooms) or twin (31 rooms).
32 sqm
Deluxe Suite
70 sqm of living space with a private balcony overlooking the Hoai River and Hoi An Ancient Town. Includes Executive Lounge access — good pick for couples or families who want the extra space without going full presidential.
70 sqm
Grand Deluxe
30-34 sqm with a balcony opening to local area views. Adds a balcony over the standard Deluxe, available in both wing styles — dark Sotaro Japanese or bright curved-ceiling Wakaku Vietnamese.
32 sqmPresidential Suite
Top-tier suite at 70 sqm. Bespoke services, stunning views, and the full gamut of indulgent amenities. Accommodates 2 adults and 1 child.
70 sqmRoyal Deluxe
The top non-suite room category at 40 sqm. Private balcony with a corner view of the Thu Bon River, plus Executive Lounge access. Available in the Sotaro wing with Japanese design notes: dark wood, bold colors, latticework.
40 sqmTwo-Bedroom Suite
The largest accommodation in the hotel at 110 sqm, this suite fits up to 4 adults and 2 children with a twin room plus a master bedroom. Bespoke services, unparalleled comfort, and indulgent amenities throughout.
110 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
6 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Free daily shuttle to Wyndham Hoi An Royal Beachfront Resort & Villas and Royal Beachfront Villas & Spa Danang. Departs hotel at 10am, returns at 4pm. Hotel Royal does not have a beach — this is how guests access one.
Free bicycles for guests to explore Hoi An Ancient Town and surrounding villages. The best way to get around.
Paint traditional Vietnamese paper fans on the hotel walkway. Scheduled on request.
Create silk lanterns and artistic masks in a hands-on craft session. Scheduled on request.
Live music every Friday evening 18:30-21:30 at The Deck rooftop bar. Heritage cocktails paired with sunset views over the Ancient Town.
Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 7am-10am on the hotel walkway. Master Luc from Hoi An Old Town demonstrates and teaches traditional calligraphy art.
Daily 3pm-4pm at Faifo Café. Learn traditional phin brewing using Central Highlands coffee beans. Guests take home a handcrafted coffee phin made by Hoi An artisans.
Daily class at Faifo Café (1pm-4:30pm). Chefs guide guests through making traditional dishes — bánh xèo (crispy sizzling cake), banana blossom salad, Mi Quang noodles and more. Three-course menu included, plus water/soft drink.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Property is wheelchair accessible.
3 meeting rooms total, including the Thu Bon Ballroom capable of hosting up to 200 guests. Configured for classroom, theatre, U-shape, and boardroom layouts.
Luggage storage available for early arrivals and late departures.
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout rooms, meeting spaces, and public areas.
In-room dining available around the clock.
Entire hotel is non-smoking.
Ground-level outdoor pool in the Sotaro Building (Level 1), inspired by Art Nouveau architecture. Open 6am-8pm daily.
Perched atop the Wakaku Building with panoramic views of Hoi An's ancient town and the river. Open 6am-8pm daily. Adjacent to the rooftop bar area.
Premium airport transfer and city transport in Mercedes S500, Mercedes GLC, BMW 7 Series, or similar. Available at additional charge.
Complimentary shuttle from Da Nang International Airport to the hotel, running at multiple times daily.
Free private parking available on site.
Located on Level 1 of the Sotaro Building. Open 24/7 with modern equipment.
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