Arriving from the sultry shores of the Seychelles, Marcel Oostenbrink brings a breath of fresh air and a wealth of luxury resort expertise to the cultural heart of Vietnam. Recently appointed General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Hoi An (The Nam Hai) Marcel is excited about the new chapter to unfold at the picturesque beachfront property.
Born on the enchanting island of Saint Lucia and raised in the Netherlands, Marcel decided early on to follow in his father’s footsteps and build a career in the world of luxury hospitality. After completing a degree in hospitality management from Hotelschool The Hague, he cut his teeth at leading hotels in Amsterdam, Dubai and Trinidad and Tobago, before going on to earn an MBA from Rotterdam’s Erasmus University.
He then spent several years with a chain of luxury hotels in key destinations such as the Maldives, Seychelles and the United Arab Emirates, with his talent and diligence quickly pushing him up the ladder from Food and Beverage Manager to Resort Manager. Along the way, he spent four wonderful months in Vietnam as part of a task force – “I’ve wanted to come back and work here ever since!”
In 2014, Marcel joined the Four Seasons family, starting at the brand’s resort in Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt, followed by an assignment in a working group in Mauritius, before returning to the Seychelles where he was promoted to General Manager at 2018. During his tenure at Four Seasons Resort Seychelles, he led a comprehensive soft renovation of the property and firmly established it as a premier destination for distinguished global travelers.
In all these years, the glamor of life as a hotelier has never dimmed for Marseille.
Now, in his current role, Marcel is excited to take the already popular Resort to new heights.
Marcel has made the move to Vietnam with his wife and three sons, all of whom are excited to make their home by the ocean again and discover the country’s vibrant traditions.
