Hue, Vietnam
Azerai La Residence Hue
Art Deco riverside mansion
Hue, Vietnam
Renovated
2019
Price
$$$
Rated for
Heritage Design LuxeOutside the door
The house
AzeraiArt Deco riverside mansion
The former French residency runs like a quiet riverside estate, with days drifting between the open lawns and Le Gouverneur bar.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A 1930 governor's mansion anchors the estate, preserving original Streamline Moderne curves.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
On the banks of the Perfume River, in the old imperial city of Hue, is a restored classic, an Art Deco–style boutique hotel: La Résidence.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The walled Imperial Citadel sits directly across the Perfume River, and the city's historic tombs lie just upstream.
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The rooms
Selected rooms in the wings open onto balconies, while the original 1930s mansion holds ten quarters with ceiling fans and dark timber.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A 40-meter saltwater pool runs along the Perfume River, bordered by shaded loungers and frangipani trees.
The spa and gym
Treatments draw on Vietnamese herbal compresses and hot stones, and the gym looks out across the gardens.
At the table
Le Parfum serves imperial Hue dishes in the colonnaded hall, and tables spill onto the river terrace under the palms.
How it began
The 1930 mansion was built for the French colonial administration, then served as a provincial government guest house until 2005.
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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.