Sustainability Meets Luxury at Auko Eco-Wellness Lodges

Auko Eco-Wellness Lodges recently opened, located on the banks of the Son River within the Phong Nha-Ke Bang UNESCO World Heritage area. As Vietnam’s first EDGE Advanced-certified eco-wellness lodge, Auko delivers regenerative hospitality and sustainable luxury. The property, developed by Van Phu Real Estate Development JSC, offers 30 elevated climate-resilient tented lodges made from renewable bamboo and reclaimed timber. By staying at Auko Eco-Wellness Lodges, guests can immerse themselves in nature and enjoy traditional Vietnamese wellness practices without trading luxury for sustainability.

The property, managed by Lumina Wellbeing, is located at the gateway to the world’s largest cave system, which includes Son Doong Cave. Auko Eco-Wellness Lodges invites guests to explore at their own pace with its signature “Open Way” philosophy, which prioritizes personal wellbeing over fixed itineraries. The all-inclusive experience includes: 

  • Forest-to-table dining
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Yoga
  • Sound healing
  • Vietnamese-inspired wellness rituals
  • Jungle trekking
  • River adventures
  • Cultural encounters 
Photo Courtesy of Auko

Auko is easily accessible via many transportation methods, including flights, rail services, private road transfers and even motorbike. Options include: 

  • Flights from Ho Chi Minh City or Ha Noi to Dong Hoi Airport (roughly one-hour private transfer)
  • Flights from Ho Chi Minh City or Ha Noi to Hue Airport (roughly three-hour private transfer)
  • Rail services from Da Nang or Ha Noi to Dong Hoi Railway Station (roughly one-hour private transfer)
  • Private road transfers from Da Nang (roughly five hours)
  • Multi-day motorbike journeys from Ha Noi via Vinh or Cua Lo Beach

In celebration of its official opening, guests booking through the website receive an exclusive 20% savings on stays through December 20, 2026. As an additional thank you, travelers can receive complimentary homemade cookies, a private destination dinner or private return airport transfer when booking stays between 3-7 nights.

For more information about Vietnam’s Auko Eco-Wellness Lodges, visit https://aukoways.com/. 

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