Hoi An, VietnamOld Town
Atlas Hotel
Plant-draped sandstone inn
Plant-draped sandstone inn
The hotel lifts four sandstone blocks on concrete pillars, letting breezes circulate through open courtyards sheltered by hanging vines.
What it’s good at
Notable
Cantilevered planters draped in greenery line sandstone walls around central courtyards.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The Japanese Covered Bridge is a short walk away, and the hotel provides bicycles for pedaling through the Old Town.
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The rooms
Perforated sandstone walls filter daylight, and each room looks out onto cascading greenery from both the bedroom and the bathroom.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A 60-square-meter swimming pool sits in the central courtyard, flanked by cushioned wooden loungers under hanging vines.
The spa & gym
Botanic Restaurant
The dining room opens toward the courtyard pool through glass panels, serving Vietnamese dishes beneath slatted timber ceilings.
At the table
Botanic Bar pours cocktails and wine on a semi-open terrace lined with wicker chairs and hanging greenery.
How it began
VTN Architects completed the project in 2016, reviving the breezy courtyard layout traditional to historic townhouses.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.