Construction of the four-star Novotel Imperial Hoi An resort began Wednesday in at a cost of VND280 billion (US$17.3 million).Located near Hoi An town’s Cua Dai beach, the resort will have 200 rooms, restaurants and bars, tennis courts, a spa, and swimming pool. Hotel group Accor will manage the 4.3ha property owned by the IOC Supporting Services and Investment Development Joint Stock Company. GP Bank, Chi Linh Start Golf JSC, and Ocean Bank are also key shareholders.