Faifo merchant townhouse
A quiet fusion of Portuguese trade-port elegance and Hoi An gentility sets a contemplative tone moments from the riverfront.
What it’s good at
Listed
Patterned encaustic floor tiles, arched doorways, and dark timber furniture across seven floors.
Listed
Complimentary cruiser bicycles for riding to the night market and ancient pedestrian streets.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set in Cam Pho, the hotel sits a short stroll from the vibrant stalls of Hoi An Night Market and Song Hoai Square.
The rooms
Select suites open to private balconies with town views, complemented by dark timber furnishings and walk-in rain showers.
The indoor pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Turquoise mosaic tiles sit beneath an exposed-brick vaulted ceiling and stone pillars in the heated indoor pool.
The spa and gym
Wooden soaking tubs anchor foot reflexology at Little Ozone Spa, and the fitness room provides cardio equipment and weights.
The Dishes Restaurant
Morning buffets and regional Hoi An specialties are served in a dining room lined with decorative lattice screens.
At the table
The bar pours fresh juices and evening cocktails beside plush banquette seating and a painted coffered ceiling.
How it began
The design draws from the 19th-century story of local resident Lieu An and a Portuguese trader planning their joint residence.
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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.