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Lumina Spa at Namia River Retreat: Vogue's 100 Best Spas

other · 2026-04-24

Vogue's third global spa guide features Lumina Spa at Namia River Retreat in Hoi An, Vietnam, as one of the 100 best spas. The retreat opened at the end of 2024 on a previously barren islet, now lush with native plants. The spa offers complimentary 90-minute treatments per night booked. It blends southern Vietnamese herbology and traditional medicine, inspired by the owner's grandmother. Treatments begin with a yin-yang assessment to customize herbal remedies from 10 powders and 20 fresh/dried herbs, sourced from on-site gardens or local communities. The spa has 10 treatment suites, hydrotherapy facilities, and resident herbalists. Activities include duong sinh, yoga, bike rides, and sunset cruises. The spa is exclusive to hotel guests.

Key facts

  • Lumina Spa is part of Namia River Retreat in Hoi An, Vietnam.
  • The retreat opened at the end of 2024.
  • Every night booked includes a complimentary 90-minute treatment.
  • The spa uses southern Vietnamese herbology and traditional medicine.
  • Treatments are customized based on a yin-yang assessment.
  • The spa has 10 treatment suites, six of which are doubles.
  • Herbs are grown on-site or sourced from the local community.
  • The spa is only available to hotel guests.

Entities

Institutions

  • Vogue
  • Namia River Retreat
  • Lumina Spa

Locations

  • Hoi An
  • Vietnam
  • Thu Bon River
  • Da Nang City
  • 232 Tran Nhon Tong Street

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