This December, Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai in Hoi An marks 10 years of evolving its interpretation of locally rooted luxury in Central Vietnam. Set across 86 acres along Ha My Beach, the resort has continued to refine its villas, dining, wellness and cultural experiences while maintaining a design language shaped by Vietnamese traditions. Recent villa renovations introduce lighter, contemporary interiors while retaining elements inspired by Hue garden houses, including timber roofs, feng shui layouts, elevated sleeping platforms and views toward the sea.

The resort’s evolution also extends to its culinary and cultural offerings. Lá Sen draws on the foodways of Central Vietnam, while NAYUU brings Japanese omakase to the region and beachfront Sol & Sao moves from morning coffee to Vietnamese tapas and evening cocktails. Beyond the resort, guests can explore Hoi An Ancient Town, the Imperial City of Hue and My Son Sanctuary, as well as fishing villages, artisan workshops and family kitchens. At the Heart of the Earth Spa, wellness is influenced by Vietnamese Zen traditions, with meditation, yoga and retreats complementing the resort’s broader emphasis on slowing down and connecting with place. The Nam Hai has maintained a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating for eight consecutive years and holds two MICHELIN Keys in 2026.

The Curated Take: A decade is particularly meaningful for a resort whose identity depends on place. The Nam Hai’s evolution has not been about continually adding more, but about finding new ways to interpret Central Vietnam through design, food, wellness and experiences. That balance between refinement and regional character is what gives the resort staying power beyond the conventional luxury-resort model.