Green Bay Phu Quoc Resort

Rooms

The 79 villas are sprinkled throughout the forest and spill all the way onto the private white-sand beach. They delicately tread the line between rustic and contemporary: handcrafted wooden furnishings, bright white walls, slate floors and indoor-outdoor bathrooms, all tied together with pops of the hotel's signature matcha-green hue. Kingsize beds, air-con, TVs and WiFi come as standard, and all villas have either an ocean or forest view.

The Garden Villas are the smallest but still generously sized (75 sqm); you get the least outdoor space, but they are the cheapest. The Green Villas and Beachfront Villas are the same in size and layout (95 sqm), the difference being a forest or beach setting respectively. We stayed in the latter and thought it was the perfect size for two. We also loved going from bed to beach in seconds - the shorefront location definitely takes the crown.

The Hillside Pool Villas and Ocean Pool Villas (162 sqm) are set slightly higher, each with a private infinity pool and a cool treehouse feel.

The Family Villa (162 sqm) has two bedrooms (one king, one twin) and a sitting room, nestled in the gardens - a good choice for discerning families but it lacks a view. If a sea view is a must, choose the Beachfront Sharing Pool Villa (335 sqm) which sleeps up to six in three double/twin bedrooms. It has an open-plan living area and shares an infinity pool with the villa next door. Big groups should book both to have exclusive run of the outdoor space.

For ultimate privacy, the vast Ocean Premium Pool Villa (535 sqm) is top-drawer. The modern two-storey villa is set slightly apart from the rest of the resort, with three big bedrooms, a private pool and garden, plenty of terraces and killer coastal scenery.

Bathrooms across the board are spacious and clean, featuring walk-in rainfall showers and sunken tiled bathtubs. Some have alfresco tubs or showers, which look particularly romantic in the villas surrounded by forest.

Features include:

• Air conditioning
• Bathrobes
• Coffee / tea making
• Cots available
• Fan
• Hairdryer
• Minibar
• Safe box
• Satellite TV
• Terrace/balcony
• Toiletries
• WiFi

Eating

With two restaurants and a waterfront bar, it's hard to bore your tastebuds here. The buffet breakfast laid out each morning in the circular Green Bay Restaurant pavilion is something to behold: a mammoth feast of exotic fruits, yoghurts, cheese and cold cuts, cereal, a bakery's worth of bread and pastries, plus a whole room for salads and stations for eggs, noodles and banh mi. The selection of noodle soups and hot dishes (like steamed seafood hakao or braised pork ribs with white beans) change from one day to the next. If you have any space left come the afternoon, a spread of cakes, fruit, tea and coffee appears here a few hours later (both included in the rate).

Lunch and dinner at the main restaurant is an international affair, with the likes of seafood risotto, beef tenderloin, pizzas and burgers on the all-day menu. We were pleasantly surprised by our pan-fried fish (seabass for myself, snapper for my sister), it was melt-in-your-mouth delicious and the mashed potato was some of the best I've had. Our desserts, slightly unusual takes on the classics tiramisu and apple crumble, weren't as much of a hit but still tasty.

Alternatively, head to Gio Restaurant, where traditional Vietnamese dishes like seafood hotpot, stir-fried beef and crispy squid are served in a romantic open-sided dining pavilion that juts out over the water. We got to try one of their barbecue buffet nights, where a selection of grilled meats and fresh seafood were cooked on an open flame, then laid out along with some noodle dishes and Asian accompaniments.

Be sure to swing by the Coral Lounge in time for sunset, as the beachside bar has glorious golden hour vibes. Sip a well-crafted cocktail or a local beer on the deck, play a game of pool, sometimes there's even a spot of live music.

Features include:

• Bar
• Breakfast
• Dinner
• Kids' meals
• Lunch
• Restaurant

Activities

• Ready, set, lounge: pick a sunbed beside one of the pools or on the private beach, and soak up the rays
  
• If the turquoise water beckons, grab a snorkel - there's plenty of colourful underwater life to see, and surprisingly close to the shore
  
• Take out a kayak to explore more of the coastline; there are bays on either side of the resort that are easier to access by boat than by bike or car
  
• Unwind at the Green Bay Spa, spoiling yourself with massages and treatments at either their forest or beach-side rooms; for a more exclusive experience, book an in-room treatment
  
• Join a yoga session (Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday morning) set amidst the atmospheric jungle
  
• Super-early risers can head out first-thing with a fisherman to try their hand at net fishing
  
• Hone your kitchen skills with a cooking class and wow your friends with traditional Vietnamese cuisine when you get home; you can also help out in the organic gardens
  
• There's a tennis court, gym and beach games for the restless
  
• Borrow one of the free bicycles to discover the island at your own pace - the north is known for its dense forest and spectacular nature; hire a moped to explore further afield
  
• In addition to its own private beach, the hotel sits between two beautiful bays: Cua Can (approx. 6 minutes drive) and Vung Bau (approx. 15 minutes drive) are typically quiet and see spectacular sunsets
  
• Embark on a boat trip to one of the neighbouring islands; Gam Gi is best for snorkelling, May Rut for long white-sand beaches
  
• The hotel can help arrange tours to points of interest down south, including pearl farms, Ho Quoc Pagoda, Coconut Prison war museum and Sim Wine Factory

Activities on site or nearby include:

• Birdwatching
• Cooking classes
• Cycling
• Kayaking
• Plantlife / flora
• Snorkelling
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Watersports
• Well being
• Wildlife
• Yoga

Kids

Green Bay is a great choice for families. There are two pools (both with a shallower section for youngsters) and the beach is safe for swimming. Lots of activities come free of charge, like kayaking and snorkelling. The kids' club is complimentary and suits children of all ages, offering arts & crafts, outdoor games and educational programs. Several villas have two-three bedrooms, and some have private pools.

Best for:

All ages

Family friendly accommodation:

The Family Villas have two bedrooms (a double and a twin) and can sleep up to six. The Beachfront Sharing Pool Villa; have three double/twin bedrooms, a spacious living/dining area, and a large pool shared with the neighbouring villa - ideal if travelling with extended/another family. The Ocean Premier Pool Villa is an ideal family hideaway with three bedrooms, lots of living space and a private pool, in a quiet corner of the resort. There are three pairs of Garden Villas which can connect, as can two pairs of Green Villas.

Cots Available, Extra Beds Available, Family Rooms

Distances:

• Airport: 45 minutes (Phu Quoc)
• Hospital: 15km (Duong Dong)
• Shops: 1km

For more family-friendly places, see our Kids Collection

Location

Green Bay Resort is situated on the west coast of Phu Quoc Island, about 50km off the southwest coast of mainland Vietnam.

By Air:
Daily flights to Phu Quoc depart from Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi with various carriers.

From the Airport
The resort is a 45-minute drive (30km) from the airport. Guests staying one night receive a complimentary one-way transfer from either the airport or the ferry port; stays of two nights or more receive a two-way airport or ferry transfer.

By Boat:
Quite a few ferry companies operate hydrofoils between Rach Gia on the mainland and Duong Dong on Phu Quoc. The journey takes about two and a half hours.

Detailed directions will be sent to you when you book through i-escape.