Furama Resort Da Nang Review

When it comes to choosing the most suitable hotel for travellers, Da Nang has a lot to offer. But it can also be time-consuming reading multiple hotel reviews. So Hidden aims to make your life easier! In this article, we help you discover one of the radiating gems of the East Coast of Vietnam, the Furama Resort Da Nang. 

The Furama is very well-known for its culinary traditions and high levels of international cuisine, particularly Italian. As a result the resort has been nicknamed the “culinary resort”. 

Hidden Hint: The Furama’s restaurant – Don Cipriani’s – has an Italian chef hailing from a 3-star Michelin restaurant in Italy. 

Hidden Quick Facts – Furama Resort Da Nang

Location: 103 – 105 Vo Nguyen Giap Street, Da Nang 

Price: Prices start at 4,500,000VND (200 USD) per night for a Studio Suite with Ocean View.  Ranging to 23,200,000VND (1,000 USD) per night for a Presidential Suite overlooking the beach. 

Unique selling point: The Furama Resort has the biggest convention centre for international M.I.C.E. (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions) events in Vietnam.  Therefore it is the preferred choice amongst high-level key players of the world.  Consequently the biggest ballroom accommodates up to 1,000 people. 

Furama Resort Da Nang

The Furama is an incredibly laid back but luxurious resort with amazing views of the wide white sand of Da Nang’s Beaches. The spectacular views of the infinity pool and the long runaway reaching to the beach grabbed our attention. It really felt like being on a stage. 

The Furama was the first international resort in Da Nang in 1997. Subsequently it is now a complete high-level resort with a unique approach to meet customers’ satisfaction. Its buildings are organised into three main areas.  The resort, low and high rise private villas, and the international convention centre.  The latter situated in the middle of an attractive, tropical green park.  

Hidden Hint: The Furama received multiple awards in 2018, including the most popular MICE resort by VITA Award. Therefore making it the perfect choice for business travellers. 

In addition, the Furama Resort also create packages to meet any customers’ specific needs.  Check out their special offers page here. 

Reviews and Visitor Opinions

Comments by Furama’s guests create an image of a true oasis in between the many concrete style buildings around. Perfectly located along the coast and next to Da Nang city, with plenty of brilliant facilities to use. Guests enjoy the impressive style of the infinity pool overlooking the beach and the sea. In addition to the immense park where the resort is tactfully situated. 

Guests choosing to stay at the Furama Resort, choose it for the right balance between nature, relaxation and business. Consequently we noticed that many of the reviews were from loyal customers, returning to the resort every year, both with family and/or for business purposes. 

Location

The Furama Resort Da Nang enjoys a prime position as one of the closest resorts to the city. But at the same time, it has its own, huge space.   In other words it lets guests take pleasure in relaxing away from the busy streets. 

Hidden Hint: Take a dive into the sea at sunrise if staying at the Furama Resort during the summer season. It’s the perfect way to start the day feeling connected with nature.

The Furama Resort Da Nang is a gateway to three World Heritage Sites.  For instance Hoi An (20 minutes), My Son (90 minutes) and Hue (2 hours).  It is also just seven km away from Da Nang International Airport. 

The beaches of Da Nang are known to be among the top crystalline beaches in the world. Therefore Hidden highly recommends visiting this area!  The beachside, food and adventure vibes are the epitome of what a combination of fun and relaxation looks like. 

Hidden Hint: The Furama Resort provides a free shuttle bus to the Ancient Town of Hoi An every day. 

Hotel Rooms – Furama Resort Da Nang

There are 196 rooms and suites plus 70 two to four-bedroom pool villas. They all feature tasteful décor, designed in traditional Vietnamese style with a touch of French colonial architecture. Together with all the facilities, they make the resort appealing to the most prestigious international audience.  

Hidden Hint: Presidents, movie stars and international business leaders are among the Furama’s celebrity guests.

Ocean Deluxe Room

Consisting of one king bed and large balcony or patio with Bac My An sea view. 44 square metres (474 square feet). Decorated with Asian-inspired décor, polished wooden floors, walk-in closet and marble bathroom. There is also a separate sitting area with loveseat, coffee table and armchair.

Lagoon Superior

This charming room overlooks the delightful tropical garden and landscaped lagoon pool. 

Guests enjoy the view from their room over the palm trees, plants and flowers in all kinds of shapes and colours. At night, the pool and garden are romantically illuminated. The room features timber floors, an attractive sitting area, walk-in closet, twin or king-size bed and a generous marble bathroom with oversized shower.

Garden Superior

Similar in style and size to the Lagoon Room, but with a garden view. Enjoying the sunset from the spacious balcony or terrace of this superior room is a must. Similarly, everything you need to feel comfortable is here.  We are talking elegant furniture, twin-sized beds, polished timber floors, walk-in closet, ceiling fan complete with a generous marble bathroom with luxury shower.

Ocean Studio Suite

The new Ocean Studio Suites are decorated in muted cool colours featuring local Cham artifacts and decorative handicrafts. The L-shape soft supple sofa on the lower level of the “Split Floor Level” Suite, visually separates the living and sleeping areas of the suite.  This all combines to create an elegant, lavishly appointed, yet homely atmosphere.

In addition, silk cushions and sumptuous bed linen and pillows make this suite even more plush and seductive.

Ocean Suite

French colonial style blends charmingly with traditional Vietnamese interior design. Listen to the sound of the waves and watch the fishermen in their basket boats, while you relax on one of the two outside sofas on the 24 sqm balcony. The suites are adorned with arched ceilings offering separate living room and bedroom, two marble bathrooms, two closets, TV for each room, VCR and fax machine. Shiny, polished timber floors compliment the elegant and comfortable furniture.

Furthermore, their setting and location on the 4th floor overlook the unique and untouched Bac My An Beach.

Hidden Hint: You can access the Ocean Suite by private elevator. 

Presidential Suite

Complete with 130 sqm plus 36 sqm of balcony in royal style. The Presidential Suite with sea view offers an oversized living room, large screen TV, bedroom with king bed, marble bathroom with bathtub and electric bidet.  In other words – fit for a king!

Pool Villas

Firstly – we love villas with private pools! The living space is adorned with natural sunlight and the sophistication of traditional and contemporary design. Floor to ceiling windows covered with beautiful mahogany wooden shutters, completely flank the ground floor.  The kitchen, modern and beautiful, opens to the deck and cobalt tiled pool.  It is fitted with sleek and modern appliances, complete with marble counter surfaces and a rich mahogany dining area.

The two main bedrooms are on the second floor. Therefore making the additional bedroom on the third floor is an ideal place for children. All the rooms are designed with simplistic luxury in mind, open to the sun and lush garden.

Beachfront Villas

With 900sqm of space: this is the most luxurious villa at Furama Resort Da Nang. The villa has four bedrooms, two on each floor, all own a broad view of the ocean. There’s a large private swimming pool by the grass garden on the beach where you can gather with friends and family for a cocktail reception or BBQ.

Furama Resort Da Nang – Facilities

Restaurants & Bars

Above all the Furama Da Nang Resort is the place where many cultures and culinary traditions come together. Therefore the resort’s culinary experience features a mixture of authentic and locally inspired Vietnamese, Asian, Italian and other European cuisines plus the best-imported steaks.

Don Cipriani’s Restaurant

Opening hours: 11.30.a.m – 2.p.m / 6.p.m – 10:30.p.m 

Don Cipriani’s Restaurant offers great views over the pool. However most importantly the Italian chef comes from a 3-star Michelin restaurant in Italy.  Consequently all ingredients used at the restaurant are imported from Italy.

Danaksara Restaurant

Opening hours: 6:30.a.m – 10:30.a.m / 6:30.p.m – 11.p.m

This restaurant is the latest addition to the culinary experience at the Furama Da Nang. It is centrally located in the heart of the Furama Da Nang Villas offering authentic tastes of Central Vietnam. 

Café Indochine

Opening hours: 6.30 a.m. to 10.00 p.m

This is the Furama Resort’s very first restaurant, however it is frequented mostly by local people from the area outside the hotel.  It offers a good range of European, Asian and Vietnamese dishes. The food is served in fine ceramic plates reminiscent of earlier times. 

The Fan – Steakhouse

Opening hours: 6:30.p.m – 11.p.m.

The Fan Restaurant is only open in the evening.  Guests love the steak from this restaurant.  Most importantly the meat originates from the USA and Japan.

Hidden Hint: Customers can enjoy local Cham dance performances here every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. 

Hai Van Lounge

Opening hours: 2:30.p.m – 5.p.m.

The Hai Van Lounge is the ideal place to gather in the afternoon and enjoy the amazing selection of teas on offer. They have green tea, voi tea, lingzhi tea and more. It’s virtually impossible not to drink tea while in Asia.  As the ancient proverb says: If a man has no tea in him, he is incapable of understanding truth and beauty.

The Ocean Terrace

Opening hours: 9.a.m to 11.p.m 

Finally last but not least, this lovely bar with knowledgeable staff are ready to serve you with your favourite cocktail. 

Hidden Hint: An Indian restaurant is due to open soon, complete with an Indian chef.

Spa & Fitness Centre

The Furama Spa is a great choice for respite and revitalisation. The spa itself is not that large compared to the hotel.  However the service and quality of the massages are of a high standard. 

In addition the Furama offers packages to rejuvenate your skin and feel lighter after an adventurous day outside in the city. These packages include back and shoulder massages, facial treatments, manicures, pedicures, foot therapy, salt body scrubs and much more. 

On the other hand, for those who like to work out on their holidays check out the fitness centre at Furama’s Health Club.  It is open from 6.a.m to 11.p.m daily. Also while at the beach don’t miss out on the daily Tai Chi lessons.  In addition there are numerous other activities that change daily. These include yoga lessons, organised volleyball, football and badminton competitions.

Helicopter

Above all, for the most exciting vacation ever, the Furama Da Nang provides exhilarating helicopter tours along Da Nang’s beautiful coastline. They run a daily tour for up to five people.  Or alternatively book the entire helicopter for a private flight over the major tourist spots. 

Hidden Hint: The Furama hosts wedding events complete with a helicopter, bringing the bride to the resort to celebrate their union. 

Hidden’s Thoughts

Honestly, this resort has everything for all different types of travellers. So we don’t have specific recommendations on which traveller is more suited to stay here, as everyone is! 

Consequently, this is not the cheapest hotel in the area.  However that shouldn’t come as a surprise after our glowing review! Because what you are prepared to pay depends on the type of vacation experience you get. So, if you are looking for a mix of relaxation, adventure and business, along with extremely warm hospitality, without focusing on cost… Well, this simply is indeed the best choice you can make!