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Posted on Jun 29, 2026
Guest User
I had a wonderful stay at APEC Mandala Hotel. The facilities were excellent, the room was beautiful, and every aspect of the hotel exceeded my expectations. However, what truly made this stay unforgettable was my butler, Dương.
I arrived at the hotel feeling very unwell, and from the moment I checked in, Dương went above and beyond to make sure I was as comfortable as possible. He anticipated my needs before I even had to ask and genuinely cared about how I was feeling. His kindness, warmth, and attentiveness were unlike anything I’ve experienced at a hotel before.
Not only was he incredibly professional, but he was also so friendly and funny. We were constantly laughing together, and he made me feel completely at ease despite travelling alone in a country where I didn’t speak the language. He never made me feel isolated. instead, he made me feel looked after like family.
When I needed to withdraw cash, Dương personally took me to the ATM. Then, when I realised I’d need more than I’d originally withdrawn, he happily came back with me without hesitation. It was such a simple gesture, but it perfectly summed up his willingness to help with absolutely anything.
The moment that really showed how exceptional he is was when he messaged to ask if I needed anything. I had fallen asleep and didn’t reply. Rather than assuming everything was fine, he actually came to my room to check on me because he was genuinely worried about my wellbeing. That level of care is incredibly rare and meant so much, especially when I wasn’t feeling my best.
Dương didn’t just provide excellent service, he showed genuine compassion. His kindness, patience, and generosity transformed what could have been a difficult trip into one I’ll always remember for the right reasons. He is a true credit to APEC Mandala Hotel, and I sincerely hope the management recognises what an extraordinary employee they have. Thank you, Dương, for taking such wonderful care of me. You didn’t just make my stay better
you made it unforgettable.
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Price per night from:AU$20
Posted on Nov 11, 2025
Guest User
Das Hotel macht einen im öffentlichen Bereich insgesamt guten Eindruck. Erwähnenswert sind insbesondere der schöne tropische Garten und der große Swimmingpool. Der zum Hotel gehörende Strandabschnitt wird regelmäßig gesäubert, jedoch ist der Sandstrand außerhalb des Hotels völlig zugemüllt. Schwimmen im Meer war wegen des starken Wellengangs fast die ganze Zeit über (11 Nächte) verboten. Die abgelegene Lage des Resorts bringt es mit sich, dass es in der Nähe keine Restaurants oder Einkaufsmöglichkeiten gibt. Dafür gibt es mehrmals täglich einen kostenlosen Shuttleservice, u.a. zum Coopmart. Die späten Rückfahrzeiten von dort sind allerdings ungünstig. Von diesem Einkaufszentrum aus kann man fußläufig Teile der Innenstadt von Phan Thiet erreichen. Interessant ist dort der Fischereihafen. Rings um das Hotel finden sich zahlreiche Bauruinen. Außer am verschmutzten Strand kann man keine Spaziergänge unternehmen.
Unser Zimmer: Im mehrstöckigen Hauptgebäude mit Aufzug. Ausreichend groß mit kleinem Balkon. Das Bad hätte dringend eine Generalreinigung (Dusche verkalkt, Holzteile vergammelt) und Renovierung nötig, das Möbel ist in die Jahre gekommen.
Restaurant: Große Auswahl an Speisen und Getränken zu relativ günstigen Preisen. Qualität und Größe der Portionen variieren stark. Das Frühstücksbüfett ist ausbaufähig und vorwiegend asiatisch, die angebotenen Getränke sind billig.
Service: Alles wird schnell erledigt, das Personal ist hilfsbereit und freundlich.
Publikum: Vorwiegend russisch. Viel Umtrieb an Wochenenden durch Vietnamesen.
Zusammenfassung: Aufgrund verschiedener Einschränkungen würde ich trotz des überwiegend positiven Gesamteindrucks das Hotel vermutlich nicht wieder buchen.
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Price per night from:AU$51
Guest User
We loved everything, especially the hotel grounds and the pool. The rooms were clean. However, it's clear the hotel is due for a renovation. Otherwise, everything was great.
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Price per night from:AU$291
Posted on Apr 11, 2026
Guest User
This hotel exceeded our expectations! It wasn't overrun by tour groups, mostly frequented by locals on vacation and a few foreign guests (including us). It's a shame there's only one restaurant, but the menu is quite comprehensive, offering both Vietnamese specialties and Western dishes. Since we were with my parents, we all opted for the local Vietnamese cuisine, which was both generous in portion and delicious. The beach was immaculately clean, and the staff were very diligent.
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Price per night from:AU$62
Posted on Sep 6, 2026|Deluxe Garden View Room
Yury TsaplinI really loved this hotel! We booked the most basic room, so we didn't have high expectations, but when we walked in, it was just 'wow'. A huge room, a huge bed, separate bath, shower, and toilet – the room turned out to be much better than we expected.
The hotel grounds are simply enormous, green, and very beautiful: flowers, trees, palm trees, a long private beach – you could walk forever. There are two swimming pools, one of them an infinity pool with a magnificent sea view. There's even a unique self-guided tour – the old abandoned building of the former Takalau Resort by the sea. It's a very atmospheric place for those who enjoy that kind of thing.
The breakfasts are excellent, and it's especially pleasant to have breakfast with a sea view. The staff deserves a special mention: absolutely everyone smiles and greets you when you meet them on the grounds. The lady from Guest Relations immediately shared her WhatsApp, which turned out to be incredibly convenient. You can write in your own language, order a buggy, ask for something to be brought to your room, or ask any question – the message will be translated, everything will be understood, and quickly arranged. She also constantly invited us to hotel events. For example, there was a very heartwarming event at the infinity pool with grilled corn.
And I also really liked a wonderful tradition: around six in the evening, they bring a small bedtime story in English and a little compliment from the hotel – a pastry – to your room. It's a small detail, but it's these little things that create a lasting impression and show how guests are valued.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. A beautiful room, vast grounds, the sea, pools, excellent breakfast, and wonderful staff. We definitely recommend Victoria Phan Thiet and will certainly return ourselves!
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Price per night from:AU$91
Posted on Mar 26, 2026
Robinson Crusoe
Upon arrival, check-in was completed efficiently at Reception and I was helped to my room with my bags.
During the walk to the room I noticed that the grounds had a distinctly uncared for appearance. This impression was reinforced when I arrived in my room, which was old, tired and in need of full refurbishment. There were signs everywhere of years of poor quality maintenance.
The view over the small beach from the room's balcony was nice but the balcony itself needed refurbishment and painting too.
Looking around the grounds, I couldn't see any other guests - it was like the Marie Celeste.
The common areas, such as the restaurant didn't look very in inviting and also seemed in need of refurbishment. It seems management has not invested in the upkeep of this place.
I decided to go for a walk and, approaching Reception from the beach area, next to a water feature, I encountered two rats! On return from my walk I saw another large rat to the right of Reception. More rats than guests?
By this time I had decided that I did not want to stay in this hotel (despite having pre-paid for the room, hence no refund) so I packed my bags, checked out and moved to a much nicer hotel I'd found to too far away.
The hotel could be nice but would need substantial investment and refurbishment before I'd consider staying here. I can't see how guests rated this place as 10. For me it's a 6 at best.
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Price per night from:AU$88
Posted on Apr 16, 2026
Vbao03
Privacy: Very poor. The glass front means anyone walking by can see inside. You have to close the curtains all day, which ruins the view.
Amenities: The hotel lacks activities. It needs things like outdoor movies or social events to give guests a reason to stay.
Dining: Disappointing. Food quality is low, and the service is unprofessional—they served my main dishes before the starter.
Beach: Extremely dirty and full of trash. Unacceptable for a beach resort.
If you just want photos or content video for social media, it’s fine. But for a real retreat, it’s not worth the price. 3-star quality at best. I won’t be returning. Useful feedback for the owner to improve.
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Price per night from:AU$99
Guest User
Hotel Review: Sea Lion Beach Resort & Spa – Mũi Né Our stay at Sea Lion Beach Resort & Spa was absolutely wonderful. This is by far one of the hotels with the best amenities we’ve experienced in Vietnam. Things We Loved: Excellent resort amenities – two swimming pools, direct beach access, and free breakfast. Beachfront relaxation – sunbeds are available for guests to relax and chill by the beach. Great location – walking distance to convenience stores and nearby restaurants. Spotless housekeeping – rooms are cleaned daily, and towels are changed without needing to request or remind staff. Very helpful reception staff – the receptionist assisted us in booking our sleeper bus to Đà Lạt, which made our trip so much easier. Friendly and attentive staff – everyone was welcoming, polite, and professional. Well-maintained resort – amenities, pools, and common areas are consistently clean and well taken care of throughout the entire resort
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Price per night from:AU$53
Posted on May 15, 2019
颜值担当少女2号This hotel is very nice. The style is very holiday-like. The view is good. Breakfast is not a buffet. You can order a staple food and drinks. I live in a view room and the surrounding area is very convenient. There are seafood places along the road.
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Price per night from:AU$61
Posted on Jan 18, 2026
gebstone
Far but we liked the chill vibes, there were just too many people in that place, making us unable to enjoy the facilities fully. but price is very reasonable and is good if there are objectives to travelling there.
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Price per night from:AU$38