Where to Stay: new hotels in Vietnam, China and Australia

Fusion Resort Phu Quoc

Location: Cua Can Bay in the north of southern Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 97 pool villas with up to five bedrooms
Facilities: Several F&B options including a tapas bar and seafood restaurant, plus extensive spa facilities, fitness centre and activities
Meeting space: Unspecified
They say: “It’s extremely exciting to bring the concept of a wellness resort to Phu Quoc. We believe that vacations are the perfect opportunity to get fit, get healthy, and create some positive habits in your day-to-day routine”
We say: The resort’s luxury villas and spa-inclusive rates are likely to attract well-heeled wellness seekers
Opening: Already open

Dusit Thani Hot Springs Resort Wanfo Lake

Location: On the shores of Wanfo Lake, near Hefei in eastern China’s Anhui province
Grade: Upper-upscale
Keys: 150 rooms and villas
Facilities: International and Chinese restaurants, including private dining rooms, plus a gym, indoor swimming pool, kids’ club and spa
Meeting space: Conference facilities available
They say: “With its luxury wellness concept, we believe that Dusit Thani Hot Springs Resort Wanfo Lake will set a benchmark in guest experience in the local hospitality industry”
We say: Lakeside setting and wellness facilities will be key selling points. The hotel could also become an interesting new option for domestic events and incentives
Opening: 2019

Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Danang

Location: On the banks of the Han River in central Danang
Grade: Upscale
Keys: 150 hotel rooms and 354 residences
Facilities: Restaurants, lobby lounge, rooftop bar, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa and kids’ club
Meeting space: Ballroom and meeting rooms available
They say: “The property is specifically being designed to serve Vietnam’s rapidly developing tourism and business and MICE sector while also meeting emerging demand for extended and long-term stays”
We say: Tourism arrivals to Danang and Vietnam’s Central Coast are booming, and this new project is well-placed to cater to several different traveller segments
Opening: 2019

Mandarin Oriental Melbourne

Location: In a new 185-metre-high tower Collins Street, central Melbourne
Grade: Luxury
Keys: 196 rooms & suite plus 148 residences
Facilities: Restaurant, bar, roof terrace, club lounge, spa, fitness centre, indoor swimming pool
Meeting space: Unspecified
They say: “The building’s innovative and distinctive design, created by the late award-winning architect, Dame Zaha Hadid, will become a landmark in the city”
We say: The plans for Mandarin Oriental’s Australian debut follow the recent announcement of the new Shangri-La Melbourne, bringing two of Asia’s most prestigious hotel brands to the city
Opening: 2023