Launched in late 2022, Hispania Nha Trang – the first restaurant in the city led by a Michelin-starred chef, Executive Chef Marcos Morán – marks the brand’s collaboration with the ultra-luxury beachfront residence complex Gran Meliá Nha Trang (Bãi Tiên, Nha Trang City). The partnership pioneers a new standard of refined, high-end gastronomy in Vietnam.

A Luxurious Journey into the Finest Spanish Cuisine

Founded in 2013 by renowned Spanish chef Marcos Morán who previously earned a Michelin star for his own restaurant and received the prestigious Chef de l’Avenir award from the International Academy of Gastronomy—Hispania has become a distinguished brand managing a collection of 5-star restaurants dedicated to showcasing the finest culinary and cultural heritage of Spain.

The brand currently operates in London (UK) and Brussels (Belgium), with Hispania Brussels listed in The Michelin Guide. This reputation promises exceptional experiences for culinary enthusiasts visiting Nha Trang. For decades, the Michelin distinction has been considered the highest honor in global gastronomy—a mark of quality, creativity, and excellence, updated annually through rigorous evaluations by experts. As a result, any restaurant awarded a Michelin star or led by a Michelin-starred chef naturally attracts discerning diners from around the world.

In early April, Hispania officially signed a partnership with Villa Le Corail A Gran Meliá Nha Trang, bringing the brand directly into the “billionaire beachfront estates” of this ultra-exclusive enclave. According to Hispania’s representative, the collaboration aims to recreate an authentic world of traditional Spanish haute cuisine. Guests will be able to savor signature dishes such as charcoal-roasted suckling pig, paella, and premium Iberico ham priced from thousands to tens of thousands of euros, alongside wines imported from the Southern Mediterranean, the celebrated sparkling wine Cava, fresh craft beers, and classic beverages cherished by Catalonians.

Villa Le Corail, at A Gran Meliá Nha Trang, sits on a prime “diamond position,” embracing the million-dollar sunsets of one of Vietnam’s most beautiful bays.

A Breath of Spain on the Shores of Nha Trang Bay

Inheriting the exclusive design privileges of its London and Brussels counterparts, Hispania Nha Trang’s interior is crafted by Lorenzo Castillo, hailed as one of the world’s most influential interior designers in 2017. Castillo, winner of “The Best Designer in Spain” in 2014 and featured in Architectural Digest, infuses his creations with Mediterranean warmth vibrant tropical hues paired with rich textures that reflect the depth of Spanish cultural history.

At Hispania Nha Trang, the entire interior space is adorned with refined medieval motifs, seamlessly paired with an ultra-luxury furniture collection by Minotti, renowned for its contemporary sophistication. Castillo adds special flair by incorporating wall panels made of Talavera ceramics a precious material imported directly from Europe, historically favored by generations of Spanish royalty and originating from the famed 16th-century ceramic center Talavera de la Reina.

Cultural Values that Elevate Lifestyle and Indulgence

Hispania Nha Trang and Villa Le Corail, A Gran Meliá Nha Trang, share a common spirit: honoring the rich, centuries-old culture of Spain. As a signature masterpiece of the heritage Spanish brand Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, Gran Meliá Nha Trang represents an exquisite fusion of Eastern and Western influences—merging the warmth of Spanish culture with the legendary spirit of Vietnam’s “dragon and fairy” origin.

For the first time in Nha Trang, the presence of a Michelin-led restaurant is set to elevate the province’s ultra-luxury tourism scene, marking a milestone in the pursuit of world-class quality that every major travel destination strives for.

A representative of KDI Holdings, the developer behind the billionaire-level Gran Meliá Nha Trang mansions, shared that choosing Nha Trang as Hispania’s first destination in Asia is expected to establish a new benchmark of refined, international-standard experiences in the region.

Located within the super-luxury villa resort designed for the elite, Hispania Nha Trang is expected to become an iconic symbol celebrating the artistry of Spanish gastronomy. Beyond Hispania, Gran Meliá Nha Trang also offers its owners a collection of lavish experiences under the exclusive RedLevel standard Gran Meliá’s ultra-premium service system—and a range of unmatched amenities including a 4,000 m² hot mineral pool, a coral park, cave-inspired spa, a world-class marina, and more.

In April, the project also unveiled its Signature oceanfront mansion, boasting a tri-element feng shui position “mountain at the back – sea at the front – city at the center,” with terraced elevation ensuring 100% unobstructed sea views. The sprawling rooftop space provides sweeping vistas of the million-dollar sunsets over Nha Trang Bay, enriching the portfolio of ultra-luxury real estate for the global elite and introducing a new echelon of distinguished living experiences.