Surrounded by unbounded magical scenery, Six Senses in Vietnam combines sublime serenity and barefoot luxury with effortless ease and the slow-paced rhythm of an exquisite island. Sitting amidst the collection of 16 islands in the southeast of Vietnam, nestled in a national and marine park, Six Senses Con Dao is protected by lush, forest-clad mountains on a long stretch of sand. The secluded luxury resort in Vietnam is the epitome of relaxed luxury and absolute privacy, making it the perfect place for a paradisiacal escape. Designed to resemble a Vietnamese fishing village, 50 private pool villas and residences built from reclaimed teakwood and sustainable materials, showcase contemporary flair. The luxury resort in Vietnam is set just a few steps away from a pristine stretch of beach. Further draws is a fabulous array of dining areas, the award-winning spa, and the tempting eco-adventures.
Epitomising the quintessential idyllic island hideaway experience, Six Senses Con Dao Vietnam is pure paradise – a place that delivers sophisticated simplicity, spectacular sustainable luxury, immense natural beauty and carefree living. Merging stunning design, an unrivalled location, flawless personalised service and the highest environmental principles, it is a truly remarkable hotel set in an area of outstanding natural splendour in the unspoilt Con Dao archipelago – a protected National and Marine Park. Six Senses in Vietnam is delightfully remote yet only a 45-minute flight from Ho Chi Minh City.
The resort’s eco-modern design pays full homage to its pristine location. Boasting a jaw-droppingly stunning setting surrounded by outstanding natural beauty, Six Senses in Vietnam is contemporary in design, yet draws on the essence of a traditional Vietnamese fishing village.
The award-winning luxury resort in Vietnam consists of 50 villas, each featuring spacious indoor-outdoor living areas, a private infinity pool and dreamy vistas.
Experience a world away from the everyday with great dining, outstanding wine, indulgent spa treatments, a private beach, watersports, a kid’s club and much more.
Nestled into the dunes along a 1.6-kilometre crescent-shaped beach with the turquoise waters and the Elephant Head Mountain as a backdrop, this beachfront retreat is an escapist’s paradise. Six Senses Con Dao remains a natural draw for those who want to experience something far beyond the ordinary – something so unique, so memorable, so extraordinary.
Accommodation at Six Senses luxury resort in Vietnam
From single-level to duplex, and offering one, two, three or four bedrooms, the 50 villas at the luxury resort in Vietnam boast space and privacy, along with an uncompromising standard of luxury.
All villas have private infinity pools overlooking the ocean – go for Ocean View villas for privacy and Oceanfront villas to wake up with your feet (almost) in the sparkling sea.
The beautiful villas’ architecture reflects the same philosophy as the boutique hotel, achieving a unique environment whilst allowing the amazing natural setting to take centre stage. With a high degree of privacy, the villas’ stylized, natural simplicity is the perfect complement to the dramatic views outside.
The concept of the villas is to enhance the natural beauty of the site by having the design, layout, scale and texture of all the buildings and features fit within the existing environment and provide endless, breathtaking views.
Set sensitively within the natural slope of the dunes for the best views to the sea, each villa combines contemporary architecture with a timber frame structure. The use of a roof overhang creates shaded outdoor spaces. Designed for maximum use of natural ventilation, the villas have large openings and fluid layouts to encourage cross‐flow ventilation and catch balmy sea breezes. Only the bedrooms are air-conditioned.
The light-filled layout of expansive volumes embraces luxury with sustainability. With this superb interplay of light and space, the timber frame villas feel indigenous with airy interiors lined in teak. Four-poster beds hung with mosquito netting complete the look of upscale tropical paradise.
The 3- and 4-bedroom villas are created as pavilions with separate bedroom and living room buildings. Terraces and pathways connect the buildings.
Six Senses in Vietnam offers seven villa categories, ranging from 150m2 of pure bliss to 671m2 of indulgent luxury.
Ocean View Duplex Pool Villa, 1-Bedroom Villa (194m2): Enjoy this very spacious split-level villa with stunning panoramic ocean vistas and a private infinity pool. This is a generously scaled two-level villa with one bedroom located on the upper floor featuring magnificent ocean views. There is also a large open-plan bathroom on the ground floor with double vanity basins, bathtub and outdoor shower. The private infinity-edge swimming pool has a terrace with sun loungers.
Oceanfront Duplex Pool Villa, 1-Bedroom Villa (194m2): Benefiting from a privileged beachfront setting, this over-sized two-level lifestyle villa boasts direct access to the beach and panoramic ocean views. The bedroom is located on the upper level and boasts stunning ocean views. A generous open-plan bathroom – complete with double vanity basins, a bathtub and outdoor shower – is on the ground floor. The duplex villa enjoys a private infinity-edge swimming pool with a terrace and sun loungers.
Oceanfront Deluxe Pool Villa, 1-Bedroom Villa (150m2): Is a beautiful beachfront villa with direct beach access, spectacular ocean views, private pool and terrace. Located on the beachfront, this spacious, one-level, 1-bedroom villa boasts breathtaking ocean views. It is an open-plan villa with a large bathroom with double vanity basins, bathtub and outdoor shower. The private pool has a terrace with sun loungers.
Ocean View 3-Bedroom Pool Villa (542m2): Pure paradise, this luxury villa for families captivates with panoramic ocean views and an expansive private pool. Consisting of three separate pavilions, it features a spacious living area, dining room and kitchenette for in-villa dining, prepared by Six Senses’ chef. Two master bedrooms offer lovely ocean views and feature large open-plan bathrooms with double vanity basins, bathtub and outdoor shower. The twin room enjoys garden views and is located in the middle pavilion. The luxury pool villa enjoys a private pool plus a lap pool and a sun terrace.
Oceanfront 3-Bedroom Pool Villa (542m2): Blessed with direct beach access and glorious ocean views, this generously proportioned beachfront villa offers impressively scaled living zones with three pavilions, a living room and a dining room. Set on the beachfront this vast 3-bedroom villa ranges over three pavilions and offers stunning ocean views. It features a spacious living area, dining room and kitchenette for in-villa dining, prepared by Six Senses’ chef. Two master bedrooms provide lovely ocean views and large open-plan bathrooms with double vanity basins, bathtub and outdoor shower. The twin room has a garden view and is located in the middle pavilion. There is a private pool plus a lap pool and a sun terrace.
Ocean View 4-Bedroom Pool Villa (671m2): Each elegant villa is an oasis of exclusivity and luxury, where guests soak in the incomparable beauty of nature and the infinite ocean views. The 4-bedroom Residences are perfectly positioned to take advantage of the stunning backdrop of the Lo Voi Mountain and the verdant tropical forest. Each vast villa features a spacious living area, a dining room and kitchenette for in-villa dining, prepared by Six Senses’ chef. With four bedrooms – one bedroom located on the top floor, while the other three bedrooms are found on the ground floor – this in an idyllic villa for a large family or a retreat for those who simply enjoy their space and privacy. Offering an abundance of relaxed outdoor enjoyment, there is an extra-large infinity-edge pool complete with an expansive terrace and sun-loungers. This is your private playground where long relaxing days merge seamlessly into evenings spent enjoying spectacular dinners under the stars.
Oceanfront 4-Bedroom Pool Villa (671m2): Escape to the ultimate retreat – one of pure luxury, total indulgence and coveted privacy – with this oceanfront 4-bedroom pool villa in Con Dao. With a privileged location in a protected corner of the beach, the exclusive private beachfront Residence offers sumptuous ocean views in a sublime setting. This one-and-only enormous Residence comprises three beachfront pavilions with a master bedroom located on the top floor and the remaining bedrooms on the ground floor. The three king bedrooms are supplemented with large open plan bathrooms and double vanity basins, bathtubs and showers while the twin room overlooks the garden. The Residence also features a spacious living area, dining room and kitchenette for in-villa dining, prepared by Six Senses’ chef. Made for the sheer enjoyment, the outdoor area boasts an extra-large infinity-edge pool with terrace and spacious manicured garden.
All the seven villa categories come with impressive amenities such as on-call guest experience maker (GEM) service; unlimited WiFi; LCD television; Bose sound system; private infinity-edge pool; tea- and coffee-making facilities including espresso machine; and minibar and wine cabinet. Also, the 3- and 4-bedroom villas have a double-door refrigerator and a washing machine.
As a getaway retreat, the exclusive villas are ideal for entertainment or relaxation with friends and family.
Culinary
When it comes to dining, guests are spoilt for choice at Six Senses in Vietnam. The luxury resort in Vietnam offers a wonderful array of dining areas, ranging from traditional street food to beachside international, modern cuisine and romantic private dining. There is simply something for everyone, whatever the occasion.
By the Beach Restaurant: Outdoor and indoor seating feature breathtaking ocean views. Here guests will find bountiful buffet breakfasts featuring a Vietnamese street food section. Lunches consist of delicately-flavoured dishes, ocean views and gentle sea breezes. For dinner, guests will feast on contemporary international cuisine that bursts with flavours, all backdropped by magical atmosphere under the stars.
Vietnamese By The Market: For an unforgettable dining experience, authentic traditional Vietnamese favourites are being prepared by Chef No and her team.
Eat Lab offers a mouth-watering selection of relaxed dining options; from tapas-style plates to delightful homemade ice creams and infusions.
Elephant Bar: Located by The Market place, it offers guests light, casual dining throughout the day. It also has a great selection of wines and an incredible East-meets-West cocktail menu.
Splash Bar is situated by the main pool overlooking the beach, where guests can enjoy a daytime cocktail or sundowner. Light snacks are also served during the day.
Destination Dining allows guests to indulge in a private, customised dining experience at a location of their choice. Design your bespoke culinary adventure, whether it is a romantic candlelight dinner with a loved one or a family barbecue in the privacy of your villa.
Picnic on the beach: An intimate and private experience on a near-deserted tropical beach for two (or more) is the perfect end to another stellar day of relaxing. Choose from a feet-in-the-sand barbecue or a bespoke menu from the kitchen, accompanied by Six Senses’ carefully curated wine list and inventive cocktails. Savour it all as waves gently crash nearby, and the sun sets over the view of Lo Voi mountain.
By the Cellar – Wine Cellar: Is an ideal location for private dining, wine pairing and exploration, or a communal meal to celebrate with friends or family. Guest will be seated around a large central table, next to Six Senses’ comprehensive stock of wines.
By the Kitchen – Chef’s Table: Positioned next to the main kitchen, the Chef’s Table is an immersive experience like no other, presenting an intimate and unique setting for up to eight people to sample the restaurant’s fine cuisine. The beautifully crafted menu is specially designed for the table and paired with the extensive wine list.
Plant-to-Plate Cooking at Sense of Gardening: Join the Six Senses’ Chef on a tour of the Sense of Gardening – the resort’s organic garden – and learn how the delicious herbs and veggies are grown before a cooking class in the Garden kitchen. Guests will not only understand more about quintessential Vietnamese flavours, but they will taste them.
“Be a Farmer” for a day with the resort hosts, and get to feed the chickens and learn traditional harvesting methods. Hand-pick your eggs from the Chicken Villa in the morning and bring them to By the Beach restaurant where the Chef will cook a deliciously healthy breakfast, just the way you want it.
Six Senses Spa
The Six Senses brand is renowned for its superlative spas around the world, and Six Senses Spa Con Dao is no different. Discover a blissful world of deluxe pampering surrounded by incredible natural surroundings at at the luxury resort in Vietnam.
Set before the dramatic backdrop of the Lo Voi Mountains and surrounded by tropical gardens, Six Senses Spa Con Dao offers personalised sensory spa journeys, wellness activities, detox and lifestyle programs to enhance the well-being of all ages.
It features three treatment rooms, outdoor yoga and meditation pavilion, a nail bar and a coconut oil workshop studio. Alternatively, head outside for a morning run, yoga or a few fitness exercises against the backdrop of the spectacular scenery. There is also a well-equipped fitness centre.
Six Senses Spas are globally renowned for its signature treatments and use of natural and sustainable products and ingredients – this is what they do best. Providing a relaxing and rejuvenating experience, Six Senses Spa Con Dao is designed for pampering and healing therapies that focus on health, relaxation, beauty, stress reduction and recuperation.
Skilled therapists offer Vietnam’s speciality treatments together with a menu of rejuvenating therapies for balancing the senses. Some of the spa treatment highlights include:
Vietnamese Massage: Improve circulation and rejuvenate the body with this decadent, traditional massage incorporating pressure point techniques with invigorating movements to warm and relax muscles. Heated suction cups are placed on the back to aid this process, while pure coconut oil infused with essential oils enhances the overall benefits.
Natural Vietnamese Facial: Rejuvenate the skin with this natural facial, combining fresh ingredients such as milk, honey, yoghurt and almond powder with a facial massage. It focuses on Vietnamese pressure points to induce a sense of relaxation.
Island Coffee Treatment: A detoxifying body scrub using Vietnamese Buon Ma Thuot coffee and local sea salt mixed with carrot and coconut oil to exfoliate and remove dead skin cells. A fresh coffee mask with citrus is then applied to detox and purify the body.
There is also a selection of various wellness programmes, where Six Senses Con Dao uses a mix of pioneering science and ancient techniques to address guests’ modern-day concerns. Achieve a healthy, balanced body and mind while staying at Six Senses in VIetnam and sustain it once you return home.
There is a Discover Yoga programme, which includes private sessions of hatha yoga, guided meditation and breathing exercise with signature massages and energy treatments. The Yogic Detox programme combines different hatha yoga cleansing techniques with breathing exercises, detoxifying treatments and nurturing activities.
Six Senses Spas developed the original eco-spa benchmark with Green Globe and has received several international awards.
Facilities & services at Six Senses luxury resort in Vietnam
With a secluded beachfront setting, guests are welcome to enjoy an array of luxury resort facilities across 12.3 expansive hectares.
With its immersive and adventurous kids programmes, finely crafted luxury amenities and experiences for adults, and plenty of activities to enjoy together, every vacation becomes unforgettable. From water sports and beach activities to nature hikes and turtle watching, the luxury resort in Vietnam has something special for everyone.
Besides the resort’s fabulous dining options and world-class spa, Six Senses in Vietnam offers its guests a private beach, which is nothing short of an unmatched privilege. The private Dat Doc Beach stretches over 1.6 kilometres with crystal-blue water and a dramatic backdrop of Lo Voi Mountains.
Both novice and experienced water sports enthusiasts have a range of fun activities on offer. Non-motorised water sports are available such as kayaking, paddleboarding, snorkelling and more.
The large central swimming pool is the ideal place to unwind in the glorious sunshine while savouring a selection of snacks and refreshments from the poolside bar service.
There is a Kids Club – Grow With Six Senses – that is available for younger guests from four to twelve years old. Paint statues, make sandcastles, explore the beach and jungle, decorate cookies, learn how to create exciting things or what to do with recycled paper or play by the pool – the possibilities are endless. There are also movie nights in the jungle, complete with loungers and a movie screen among the palm fronds – a truly out-of-the-ordinary experience.
Services include airport transfer service; meet and greet airport arrival assistance; and 24-hour GEM (Guest Experience Maker) butler service.
Experiences & activities
Six Senses luxury resort in Vietnam offers sensational views, protected tropical forests, and pristine white beaches, with some of the country’s best diving spots amidst stunning coral reefs. A perfect paradise for nature lovers, the luxury resort in Vietnam presents an opportunity for residents to enjoy the ultimate in immersive escapism – every day.
The Experiences Department provides a wide range of activities within the resort along with interesting excursions to local attractions and adventure trails. Some of the exciting activities include:
Hiking and trekking: Con Dao is a haven for hikers and for those who enjoy the great outdoors. There are numerous hiking options; you can hike up the archipelago’s highest mountain, hike through Con Dao National Park, or hike along the coast to reach a desert beach. Hike and trek through the mangroves and magnificent jungle forests, exploring the area’s diverse flora and fauna, including indigenous species of monkeys and black squirrels.
Bicycle rides through Con Dao Island: Discover the main town, the market, the historical sites and meet the welcoming locals. This is an opportunity to appreciate the slow-paced life of Vietnam’s Con Dao fully.
Join the local fishing community: Spend the early morning on a traditional local fishing boat with Captain Thien who has been cruising the waters around Con Dao for over 30 years.
Trekking to the Lighthouse: An adventure on the beautiful island of Bay Canh to discover one of Con Dao’s most important historical landmark, the Lighthouse.
Con Son Marine discovery: Go island-hopping to discover the underwater life surrounding Vietnam’s premier Marine Protected Area.
Two wheels and the road: Approximately five kilometres away is the main town, the market, historical sites, beautiful scenery and friendly locals; why not join in the bustle of everyday life while riding along the main road?
Con Dao historical tour: Travel back in time and discover a little of Con Dao’s history.
Snorkelling: Head to the archipelago’s islands and discover their best-kept secrets.
Scuba diving: With depths ranging from five to 30 meters, Con Dao offers divers a unique opportunity to explore the amazing variety of underwater life; from green and hawksbill turtles, curious cobia and batfish, to a scattering of rays, lionfish, scorpionfish, nudibranchs (adorable sea slugs), giant cuttlefish, and some of the best coral coverage around Vietnam. Scuba dive trips are taught and led by dive professionals.
Island hopping: Go island-hopping with a picnic, secluded beaches and great snorkelling opportunities.
Private sunset getaway: Witness the most mesmerising sunsets whilst cruising on the water. Probably some of the most beautiful sunsets you will ever see.
Sustainability at Six Senses in Vietnam
True to its philosophy, the Six Senses Con Dao takes a sustainable approach to luxury.
Six Senses’ passion for supporting and protecting the environment has been recognised by National Geographic Traveler magazine, who rates the luxury resort in Vietnam one of the world’s top eco-lodges. Initiatives include:
Sea turtle incubation and research: Six Senses Con Dao has restored the resort’s beach to optimise egg-laying for green turtles and decrease the mortality rate of turtle hatchings. This ambitious project in cooperation with Con Dao National Park authorities includes a safe incubation enclosure to protect eggs from threats such as poaching. Guests are encouraged to participate in ethical hatchling releases. If lucky enough guests will get to watch a mama sea turtle laying her eggs right on the resort premises.
Community education: This is key in making lasting impacts, which has motivated Six Senses Con Dao to organise a wide range of activities, from teaching English to raising environmental awareness for school children. English classes are conducted three times each week, with enthusiastic guests invited to share their English-speaking skills.
Setting & location
Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty within a protected National and Marine Park, Six Senses in Vietnam is blissfully located within one of the most scenic locations on Con Dao Island.
The resort’s private beach, a 1.6-kilometre stretch of golden sand with sloping dunes abreast turquoise waters, is enclosed in a secluded bay with Elephant Head Mountain as a backdrop. The beautiful area has been a designated nature and marine reserve for decades. Its unspoilt beauty is home to many endangered and indigenous species. Six Senses chose this particular site on Con Dao for those very factors, which deliver ecological exceptionality.
Con Son Island, which hosts the luxury resort in Vietnam, is around 230 kilometres from Ho Chi Minh City. It takes 45-minute domestic flight from Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City to Con Dao Airport (VCS), then a 10-minute drive to the resort.
The luxury island getaway can be reached by chartered private planes in just 45 minutes from Ho Chi Minh City or two hours from Ha Noi, Hai Phong and Vinh. A unique experience is travelling to Con Dao by high-speed boat departing from Can Tho or Vung Tau city with travelling time from two hours and a half to four hours.
Con Dao – Vietnam’s must-visit destination
Resting in the quiet waters off the coast of Vietnam, the Con Dao archipelago remains a pristine gem – one of the very few natural spots still untouched by the modern world. This archipelago is one of Southeast Asia’s most breathtaking getaways.
The unspoilt archipelago of 16 islets is a protected Marine and National Park. It is reputed for its immense natural beauty, the country’s best diving spots with stunning coral reefs, its protected tropical forests and pristine beaches.
Discover deserted beaches, magnificent jungle forests, plus rare wildlife and marine life. Con Dao’s natural splendour is home to many endangered and indigenous species. The mountainous jungle-clad interior is home to monkeys and black squirrels, while the surrounding sea is filled with more than 340 kinds of hard and soft coral and 1,400 marine species – not just reef fish, but a thriving population of hawksbill and green turtles. Dugongs, a rare and endangered relative of the manatee, have occasionally been spotted at high tide from the promontory that marks the southernmost edge of the Six Senses beach. The archipelago is considered as the best diving spot in Vietnam.
Con Dao is truly a gem and is included in the list of “Areas of highest regional priority” in the World Bank Global System of Marine Protected Areas.
Situated 230 kilometres south from Ho Chi Minh City, Con Dao is just a 45-minute flight from Ho Chi Minh City,
Why book Six Senses in Con Dao Vietnam
Six Senses Con Dao will appeal to sybarites with its privacy and luxury, set in the most idyllic location imaginable.
At the crossroads of incomparable luxury and unspoilt beauty lies Six Senses Vietnam, which offers an enchanting escape into the magnificence of the archipelago’s pastoral charm and pristine scenery.
Six Senses Con Dao is a blissful sanctuary where guests may succumb to total exclusivity, indulgent relaxation and that desirable premium island vacation. The luxury resort in Vietnam not only manages to give you the feeling of remoteness, seclusion, and privacy but also offers supreme levels of luxury.
