Welcome the summer solstice at the JW Marriott resort paradise in Vietnam

Inspired by founders J. Willard Marriott and his wife Alice, who often found solace and renewal in nature, JW Garden was created as a tranquil space to reconnect with both the natural world and the self. Whether visiting JW Marriott in Phu Quoc, Hanoi, or Saigon, the thread of nature runs throughout each experience from the herbal welcome drink to thoughtfully composed, minimalist meals featuring vegetables and fruits grown daily in the hotel’s own garden.

From the poetic shores of Pearl Island in Phu Quoc, to the cosmopolitan rhythms of Saigon and the refined grace of Hanoi, all three JW Marriott hotels share a distinct spirit: uniting people with nature, culture, and the quiet wisdom of a balanced life.

At JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay, where the enchanting story of Lamarck University shapes the guest experience, JW Garden lies at the heart of a philosophy of living each moment with intention. It is a living, breathing “lecture hall”, where every herb, tropical fruit, and edible bloom is cultivated with an eye towards sustainability and connection.

The summer solstice offers the perfect moment to explore the resort’s garden-to-table ethos: from Tempus Fugit, where herbs play a leading role, to Pink Pearl by Olivier E. where haute cuisine is elevated with garden-grown garnishes and organic produce harvested nearby.

Beyond the ingredients themselves, produce from JW Garden also becomes a medium for education. In the resort’s interactive cooking sessions, guests are invited to prepare local dishes right within the garden, forging a meaningful link between people, land, and cuisine, a series of immersive, nature-infused experiences to enrich the summer.

In the most vibrant city in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City, JW Garden at JW Marriott Hotel & Suites Saigon is a hidden retreat tucked among soaring buildings, offering a refreshing pocket of greenery and calm.

JW Garden here is like a ribbon of pure silk woven with nature’s green threads in every detail: from basil or mint in crafted cocktails to refined appetisers bursting with fresh flavour. The garden’s elegance is found not only in its ambience but also in its sustainable soul, drawing ingredients straight from the garden, from herbs to seasonal vegetables, to create garden-to-glass cocktails and menus built around eco-conscious themes. It’s a journey that blends culinary finesse with the spirit of green living.

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With its adaptable charm, JW Garden in Ho Chi Minh City is the perfect backdrop for all kinds of gatherings from private celebrations and weekend brunches to birthdays and serene wellness tea sessions. Each experience is curated by an expert culinary team, merging the vibrancy of the city with the quiet poetry of Vietnam’s landscape.

In Hanoi, JW Lakeside Gardens is a striking architectural feature at the heart of the capital. As the only hotel in the city to offer an expansive lakeside garden, it becomes a harmonious blend of green and grandeur. The JW Greenhouse and Herb Garden mark the beginning of a sensory journey, where refreshing welcome drinks, nourishing cuisine and detox spa rituals await. A place where each member of the family is invited to discover a different kind of happiness.

As the year’s longest day draws near, the vibrant spirit of the Summer Solstice begins to stir JW Gardens to life. At JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay and JW Marriott Hotel & Suites Saigon, summer is ushered in with sunset gatherings where nature, cuisine and music gently converge in uplifting spaces.

On 20 June, JW Marriott Hotel & Suites Saigon will host the Solstice Garden Party in the newly unveiled JW Garden, an event inspired by nature’s rhythms, extending a gentle call to pause, step outside, and savour the golden stretch of the year’s longest day.

The celebration will continue at JW Marriott Phu Quoc on 21 June in a poetic space shaped by Lamarckian charm, where nature meets art in harmonious expression.

At JW Marriott Hanoi, everything seems to pause, allowing space for a summer defined by ease and connection. Beside the tranquil lake, JW Lakeside Gardens nurtures shared moments in a setting where every family member can discover something they love. With the Family Summer Serenity package, guests are invited to slow down and savour time together through thoughtful activities: from learning to roll spring rolls with the chef, to playing with the resident white rabbit, strolling through an aromatic herb garden, or simply enjoying the lakeside breeze after a sun-dappled afternoon. Each moment lingers long enough, deep enough, and lovely enough to be felt by all the senses.

The summer highlight across the three JW Marriott hotels is an invitation to experience a slower, more conscious way of living. From the cuisine to the setting, every element is curated to tell a story rooted in nature, culture, and the spirit of local life. The Summer Solstice Garden Series does not urge you to rush in, but once you have lived it, no summer will feel complete without it.

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