Tourists prioritize choosing destinations that ensure responsibility to the environment and community.

Sustainable tourism is no longer a trend, but a priority for most travelers. As awareness of the impact of tourism on the environment grows, many destinations in Vietnam are making efforts to provide memorable experiences while ensuring responsibility to the environment and local communities.

Chau Doc - An Giang

According to Booking.com’s Travel and Sustainability 2025* report, 99% of Vietnamese travelers want to make more sustainable travel choices when traveling; 83% of them have actively changed their travel habits to realize this goal. These figures show that sustainable travel is no longer a trend, but a priority for the majority of travelers. As awareness of the impact of tourism on the environment increases, many destinations in Vietnam are making efforts to provide memorable experiences while ensuring responsibility to the environment and local communities.

In order to contribute to spreading the spirit of responsible tourism, Booking.com introduces some destinations in Vietnam with many accommodations certified by independent organizations. From the peaceful fishing villages and poetic scenery of Song Cau ( Phu Yen ) to the quiet, romantic beauty of the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An, these are all places with the highest percentage of accommodations certified by sustainable development on the Booking.com platform in Vietnam.

Chau Doc, An Giang

Chau Doc’s identity is vividly revealed through its diverse cultural exchange. Life here is in harmony with the Hau River, with rustic stilt houses, colorful floating markets and a long-standing spiritual life associated with sacred sites such as Sam Mountain or Ba Chua Xu Temple. On the two islands of Chau Phong and Chau Giang, the Cham community still preserves and promotes the traditional weaving craft that has existed for centuries. For visitors who care about the environment, Tra Su Melaleuca Forest – a preserved flooded forest located not far from the center – offers a unique experience when wandering among the lush green vegetation, past duckweed, ancient Melaleuca trees and lotus ponds in full bloom.

Situated on the slopes of the sacred Sam Mountain, Victoria Nui Sam Lodge offers a peaceful, eco-friendly retreat with panoramic views of the Mekong Delta, with its vast fields, rivers and pagodas. The stone villas blend in with the surrounding nature, using indigenous wood and handmade fabrics in the interior design, contributing to the cultural heritage of An Giang. Guests can relax by the infinity pool overlooking the fields, or take part in low-impact, low-impact exploration activities, such as visiting a Cham weaving village, floating fish farms and an ecological reserve.

Ha Tinh

Ha Tinh

The harmony of nature and culture creates a Ha Tinh where every experience is sustainable. From the peaceful Thien Cam beach to the lush green forests of Vu Quang National Park (recognized as an ASEAN Heritage Park), Ha Tinh is gradually becoming a model of sustainable tourism thanks to its natural beauty and traditional values, as well as initiatives to restore rural areas, develop community-based tourism models and focus on nature conservation. Visitors can stroll through the flower-filled village roads, explore traditional craft villages, or visit historical sites such as Nguyen Du Memorial Site to clearly feel a Ha Tinh where community life and nature are always closely connected and in harmony.

Just a few minutes’ drive from Thien Cam Beach, Meliá Vinpearl Ha Tinh offers a relaxing beachside retreat while demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability. The resort has installed 546 solar panels to generate clean energy, helping to reduce carbon emissions. With eco-friendly initiatives such as energy-efficient operations and the elimination of single-use plastics, the resort not only provides guests with a relaxing stay but also minimizes its negative impact on the climate.

Phu Ly, Ha Nam

From a small residential area along the river, Phu Ly today has developed into a bustling urban area but still retains the charm of a city from its long-standing historical values. From the poetic alleys in Chau Cau to the peaceful and quiet Bau pagoda complex and heritage streets, the city offers a rare blend of traditional values ​​and modern life.

Phu Ly is actively preserving and conserving its rich heritage while promoting sustainable tourism. The city incorporates cultural preservation into its urban planning, while supporting local artisans and traditional craft village businesses. As a gateway to Ha Nam’s larger cultural ecosystem, Phu Ly brings visitors to festivals, temples and traditional craft villages such as Doi Tam drum village and Nha Xa silk village – all of which contribute to the growing trend of sustainable tourism based on the criteria of conservation and development.

Muong Thanh Luxury Ha Nam is an outstanding choice for visitors to Phu Ly. Not only complying with the sustainable development standards of Muong Thanh Group, the hotel also applies practical green solutions such as eliminating single-use plastics, saving energy and water, and supporting sustainable development initiatives associated with the local community. Staying here is also convenient for visitors to visit nearby attractions such as the thousand-year-old Bau Pagoda, the poetic Day River or join specially designed tours to explore the temple complex, craft villages and experience the unique culinary culture in Ha Nam, all promising to bring a complete and meaningful journey.

Song Cau, Phu Yen

Nestled between the bustling cities of Quy Nhon and Tuy Hoa, this peaceful central coastal town offers visitors a gentle invitation to slow down and experience the local lifestyle through its pristine natural beauty and rich traditional values. Here, sustainability has become a way of life shaped by generations of local communities. From improving aquaculture models to encouraging tourism activities associated with cultural identity and limiting environmental impacts, Song Cau is famous as a destination where sustainability is a reality rather than just a “promise”. Visitors can experience a day as a coastal resident with activities such as rowing traditional basket boats, learning the traditional craft of weaving fishing balls, or enjoying the famous handmade rice paper made from coconut at local houses.

Zannier Hotels Bai San Ho is a tranquil resort set on the hillsides of a private bay. The resort recreates traditional local architecture and implements a range of plastic reduction, waste management and cultural preservation measures through community-led experiences. Guests can enjoy organic Vietnamese cuisine and traditional handicrafts in a space that is in harmony with nature.

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Tam Ky, Quang Nam

Famous for the colorful Tam Thanh Mural Village and the sacred Mother Thu Monument, Tam Ky possesses the charm of its harmonious combination of historical, cultural and natural beauty, creating a sustainable tourist destination that is increasingly gaining attention. The vast reed fields, the brilliant pink lotus ponds and the image of fishermen casting their traditional nets have painted a poetic picture of daily life here.

The city has been actively promoting green tourism with initiatives such as eco-friendly boat tours, community homestays, and seasonal cultural festivals such as the annual Sua Flower Festival in Huong Tra Village. These activities offer visitors the opportunity to connect more slowly and deeply with the land and its people.

Travelife Gold Award-winning, ROBINSON Nam Hoi An is a beachfront resort located on the pristine shores of Tam Tien, offering a peaceful retreat just south of Hoi An. Here, guests can explore the lush 4,000m² organic garden, take part in eco-friendly experiences such as zero-emission local tours by bike or boat, or get involved in hands-on activities such as tree planting and beach clean-ups.

Source: https://bvhttdl.gov.vn/du-khach-uu-tien-lua-chon-nhung-diem-den-dam-bao-trach-nhiem-voi-moi-truong-va-cong-dong-20250626104039958.htm