Opening on 21st June, 2018, InterContinental® Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort is the latest addition to the InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts brand in Vietnam, and the 1000th IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) property to open within the Europe, Middle East, Asia and Africa (EMEAA) region. It is located on the pristine Phu Quoc Island, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve off the southwest coast of Vietnam.

THE IDEAL LOCATION TO SOAK UP THE SUN AND ENJOY BREATHTAKING SUNSETS

One of the most captivating features of the resort is its position on Long Beach, one of Vietnam’s most stunning white-sand beaches, enjoying glorious sunset views. It is an easy 15-minute drive from Phu Quoc International Airport, and only 20 minutes from the cultural attractions of Duong Dong town.

Thoughtfully designed for families, couples and individuals alike, as well as both leisure travellers and meeting delegates, InterContinental® Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort features an exclusive beachfront, six restaurants and bars, 459 luxuriously appointed rooms, suites, and villas, as well as state-of-the-art meeting facilities, whilst seamlessly combining the sophisticated and cosmopolitan essence of the InterContinental® heritage with the heartfelt rustic charm of the resort’s surrounding local area and culture.

Resort guests are offered exclusive access to a secluded stretch of Long Beach, the perfect location to swim in shimmering waters, soak up the sun, and experience ocean sunsets. In each of the elegant rooms, suites, and villas, the deep bathtubs, walk-in rain showers, floor-to-ceiling windows and spacious balconies ensure a luxurious and inviting space for the ultimate escape in comfort and relaxation.

A CULINARY JOURNEY THROUGH LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL GASTRONOMY 

When it comes to dining, InterContinental® Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort offers a tempting array of contemporary and stylish experiences, including the highest bar in Phu Quoc, INK 360, boasting breathtaking panoramic ocean and mountain views. Created by award-winning Australian designer Ashley Sutton, the bar is the perfect venue for a welcome toast or celebratory drinks, where guests can sip on a signature cocktail while watching a magnificent sunset and nibbling on tapas-style seafood, caviar and oysters.

Additional dining venues include Lava, a fine-dining seafood and specialty imported meats restaurant using the freshest produce cooked on charcoal grills and lava stone enhanced with a selection of locally produced aromatic peppers such as black, white, red and Tay Giang. Sora & Umi serves authentic Japanese and Vietnamese cuisine with the focus on the restaurant’s numerous live cooking stations, including robatayaki, teppanyaki and sushi. By the pool, Ombra serves home-made Italian cuisine and gelato alongside fresh juices and healthy bites. Beachfront restaurant Sea Shack serves comfort food, tapas, barbecue and grilled dishes such as the signature lobster roll, while beers and ciders are served in the Library area stocked with books about food, cocktails, Vietnamese culture, art, interior design and travel. Mercado is the place for coffee, tea and pastries, as well as themed picnic baskets including Traditional Vietnamese Delicacies, Mediterranean and Healthy.

RELAXATION AND ACTIVITIES

Guests are able to indulge in serene spa treatments at the award winning HARNN Heritage Spa, designed by Vietnamese architect Vo Trong Nghia, and inspired by traditional Asian medicine and naturopathy. In addition to full-body wellness and relaxation treatments, the resort offers holistic and adventurous activities including Yoga, Pilates, and water sports, as well as bespoke cultural experiences including local produce tours to the island’s renowned pepper and pearl farms, hiking in nature, and night markets.

A MYRIAD OF EXPERIENCES FOR THE LITTLE ONES

With captivating activities and thoughtful attention tailored for younger VIPs, InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort is an entertainment paradise for children. The 250 sqm Planet Trekkers children’s club arranges numerous recreational activities and enriching excursions designed to both entertain as well as broaden the horizons of children of all ages. Providing a safe and engaging space where parents can feel comfortable leaving their children in the hands of the well trained staff, all of whom are certified teachers, the children’s club offers an array of activities that include children’s yoga, arts and crafts, beach volleyball and magic classes. The resort also boasts the dedicated Kids Can Cook cooking school where younger guests can learn how to make their favourite dishes under the guidance of the resort’s professional team of chefs.

THE IDEAL LOCATION FOR UNFORGETTABLE BUSINESS MEETINGS

The resort’s Conference Centre features over 2,000sqm of indoor event venues, offering privacy whilst being conveniently located in the main resort complex. The 870 sqm Grand Ballroom hosts up to 600 guests for banquets, a purpose built auditorium seats 130 delegates, and multiple break out rooms all offer state of the art audio-visual equipment. The Conference Centre provides a wealth of pre-function space for breaks, displays or trade exhibitions, while the al fresco Beachfront Garden is ideal for banqueting in beautiful natural surroundings.

“We are absolutely thrilled to bring the glamour of the InterContinental life to Phu Quoc” said Piero Bellizzi, General Manager of InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort. “With exceptional facilities for families, couples and business travellers, underpinned by genuine, heartfelt service, the resort promises to offer truly memorable experiences for all our guests. The island itself is a hidden gem, and the opening of InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort helps to put the destination on the map for discerning international travellers.”

Source: wanderlusttips.com