Hoi An Riverfront Hotel Wins Vietnam's Top Award for 2026
Hoi An – September 30, 2026 -- Hotel Royal Hoi An – The Legacy By The River has been named Vietnam's Leading Riverfront Hotel 2026 at the World Travel Awards 2026.
The hotel sits along the Thu Bon River in the heart of Hoi An
The property was recognised for its riverside setting, distinctive sense of place and commitment to creating meaningful guest experiences in the central Vietnamese destination. Art-inspired interiors and design details throughout the hotel connect directly to Hoi An's cultural heritage.
The hotel's design draws on a real Vietnam-Japan love story
The property's narrative is built around the historic relationship between Vietnam and Japan, told through the story of Vietnamese Princess Ngoc Hoa and Japanese merchant Sotaro Araki. This heritage theme runs through the hotel's history, art and architecture.