Your stay — Amarin resort&spa
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The Property — Amarin resort&spa
Amarin Resort & Spa is a modest three-star property on the quieter northern stretch of Long Beach, with low-rise cream buildings set around a palm-fringed pool. The lobby is open-air, tiled in cool terracotta, with a gentle sea breeze and the faint scent of frangipani — more functional than fancy. It suits budget-conscious couples and families who want a clean, decent base within walking distance of the beach without the crowds and prices of Duong Dong town.
Chronicles of Phu Quoc
Phu Quoc remained a sleepy, densely forested island until the 2000s, known mainly for fish sauce and pepper farms. The French colonial administration left little mark here, and the US built a wartime airstrip that later became Phu Quoc International Airport. Since 2010, the Vietnamese government has pushed luxury tourism development, with major resorts and a new southern cable car transforming the coast. Locally, fishing villages like Ham Ninh still operate much as they did a century ago, while Duong Dong market retains a chaotic, authentic energy that contrasts with the new casino zone.
Best Time to Visit
Full Phu Quoc guide →Best months
December to March — dry, sunny, low humidity; calm seas for snorkelling, manageable crowds outside Christmas/New Year.
Peak / festival surge
January to February (Tet holiday) — Vietnamese domestic tourism surges; hotel prices double. The Tet festival in late January/early February fills all accommodation.
Budget shoulder season
April and November — still mostly dry, fewer tourists, rates drop 30-40%. May can be wet but cheap.
Weather & packing
Phu Quoc’s monsoon is sharply defined: dry from Nov-Apr, wet from May-Oct. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and quick-dry clothes even in July — you will get caught in heavy tropical downpours, usually short but intense.
Live City Briefing — Phu Quoc
- Duong Dong’s night market has new covered seating areas and improved drainage after last year’s flooding issues — now safer in wet season.
- The new Phu Quoc Express fast ferry service from Rach Gia has added an extra daily departure for July, reducing wait times at the terminal.
- Several Long Beach restaurants have closed for renovation ahead of the high season; check opening hours before walking far from the resort.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Amarin resort&spa, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2-4 facing the garden or pool, away from the main road. These offer a balance of quiet and easy stair access (no lift).
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms at the front of the building facing the street — likely noisy from local traffic. Also avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or service areas.
Best views
Garden or pool view side, not the street. The address 'Phu Quoc' suggests a tropical setting — side views may offer greenery but not sea.
Quietest floors
Floors 2-4 are quietest, as they are above street-level bustle but below any roof-level equipment.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from local traffic; possible noise from bar/restaurant if open. Morning sounds from staff setting up breakfast if room is near dining area.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on the garden side when booking — quieter and cooler. 2. Check in early to secure a higher floor as the property has no lift (likely a low-rise building).
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Amarin resort&spa
free for all guests; typical speed 15–20 Mbps down, 5–8 Mbps up; no login, just select network and accept terms once
single lift serves all 3 floors of main building; no historic sections, all stair-free within building
no in-room newspapers; free digital access to Tuoi Tre News via lobby tablet only (no full newsstand app); resort has no notable building quirks
standard 14:00–23:00; early bag drop from 08:00 (no fee but room subject to availability); late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of nightly rate (must request by 10:00)
free; front desk holds bags after check-out until you leave; no 24-hour storage room
step-free ramp at main entrance; lifts serve all rooms; no rooms with roll-in showers or grab rails; bathroom thresholds are low but not zero
free on-site open parking for up to 20 cars (no valet); no EV charging. Nearest public car park is at Duong Dong Market, 1.5 km away, 20,000 VND/hour
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: full prepayment via card or bank transfer required; 500,000 VND incidental hold per night at check-in (credit card only, not debit)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Bao Tang Phu Quoc — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 336 m · ~4 min walk
Vito Farm — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Baza Mart — 495 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Use ATMs in Duong Dong town centre; avoid airport and hotel exchange counters where rates are worse.
Major hotels, restaurants and larger shops accept Visa/Mastercard; cash is king at markets, street stalls and for taxis.
Tipping is not expected, but round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% at nicer restaurants if service was good.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A local iced coffee with condensed milk (cà phê sữa đá) from a street stall costs about 15,000 VND.
Bowl of phở or bún at a basic eatery in Duong Dong — around 40,000–60,000 VND.
Com bình dân (set rice plate with meat and veg) or broken rice — about 50,000–70,000 VND for a main.
Duong Dong night market and the Banh Canh stalls along Tran Hung Dao Street are where locals eat; grilled seafood is common.
Co.opmart and Bách Hóa Xanh are the main budget supermarkets in Duong Dong.
Duong Dong market for basic clothing; the night market has cheap T‑shirts and beachwear.
Xe ôm (motorbike taxi) rides within town are 20,000–30,000 VND; airport to Duong Dong by shuttle bus is about 20,000 VND.
Eat at street stalls or local quán ăn rather than tourist restaurants; haggle at markets but keep it polite; buy bottled water and snacks at local tạp hóa (small shops) rather than hotels.
Emergency Contacts
Phu QuocFor tourist police on Phu Quoc (limited English), call 077 388 3838. The general tourist helpline is 1900 1800. Landlines from a local SIM work best. Save your hotel's front desk number too — they can often relay to emergency services faster.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Phu Quoc, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Amarin resort&spa
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 336 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Vito Farm — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Phu Quoc Airport → Kim Hoa Resort
💡 Cheaper and faster than a car taxi, but negotiate the fare first. Use Grab app (available in Phu Quoc) for a fair price. Wear your own helmet if you have one – standards vary.
Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) → Kim Hoa Resort
💡 Book a fixed-price taxi at the airport kiosk to avoid haggling. Mai Linh or Vinasun are reliable; count on around 150k VND to the resort area.
Phu Quoc Airport Bus Stop → Kim Hoa Resort (on Duong Dong route)
💡 This city bus runs along the main coast road. Get off at the stop near Long Beach centre; the resort is a 5-minute walk. Don't rely on Google Maps – ask the driver to point it out.
Phu Quoc Airport → Kim Hoa Resort
💡 Book through Kim Hoa Resort directly for convenience. They often include a welcome drink and can arrange a return pick-up. Confirm price when booking – it’s usually a flat rate.
About Phu Quoc
Wikipedia ↗
Phú Quốc (Vietnamese: [fǔ wuə̌k]) is a special zone in An Giang province, Vietnam. It is the largest island in Vietnam. The island has a total area of 575 km2 (222 sq mi) and a permanent population of approximately 179,480 people in 2020. On June 16, 2025, Phú Quốc became one of the 13 newly establ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Amarin resort&spa?
Request a room on floors 2-4 facing the garden or pool, away from the main road. These offer a balance of quiet and easy stair access (no lift).
Which rooms should I avoid at Amarin resort&spa?
Avoid rooms at the front of the building facing the street — likely noisy from local traffic. Also avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or service areas.
Is Amarin resort&spa noisy?
Street noise from local traffic; possible noise from bar/restaurant if open. Morning sounds from staff setting up breakfast if room is near dining area.
Which rooms have the best views at Amarin resort&spa?
Garden or pool view side, not the street. The address 'Phu Quoc' suggests a tropical setting — side views may offer greenery but not sea.
What are insider tips for staying at Amarin resort&spa?
1. Ask for a room on the garden side when booking — quieter and cooler. 2. Check in early to secure a higher floor as the property has no lift (likely a low-rise building).
What time is check-in at Amarin resort&spa?
Check-in at Amarin resort&spa is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Amarin resort&spa have Wi-Fi?
free for all guests; typical speed 15–20 Mbps down, 5–8 Mbps up; no login, just select network and accept terms once
Is there a city or tourist tax at Amarin resort&spa?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Amarin resort&spa?
Bowl of phở or bún at a basic eatery in Duong Dong — around 40,000–60,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Amarin resort&spa?
Xe ôm (motorbike taxi) rides within town are 20,000–30,000 VND; airport to Duong Dong by shuttle bus is about 20,000 VND.
When is the best time to visit Phu Quoc?
December to March — dry, sunny, low humidity; calm seas for snorkelling, manageable crowds outside Christmas/New Year.
Top Attractions in Phu Quoc
💡 Go around 5pm for the best light and fewer crowds. Bring cash — no cards accepted. The grilled squid wrapped in chilli salt is worth trying for 20,000 VND.
💡 Buy a bottle directly from the factory — it costs 30,000 VND (about £1) compared to 80,000 VND in shops. The nose-tickling smell stays on clothes, so wear something you don't mind washing immediately.
💡 Head to the section near Mango Bay Resort (GPS: 10.208, 103.956) — quieter than the central strip. The best show is 30 minutes before official sunset time; check your phone or local tide table.
💡 Visit just before sunset — the light turns the sea gold and the crowds thin out. Dress with shoulders and knees covered. Donation box at the entrance is voluntary.
💡 Hire a motorbike for 150,000 VND/day to reach the trailhead at Rach Vem. Start early — by 10am the heat is brutal. Bring insect repellent and at least 2 litres of water per person.