5 Best Hotels in Mekong Delta, Vietnam

Each of the lodge's spacious thatched-roof air-conditioned bungalows, which are set in lush tropical gardens, has a large patio overlooking the canal, perfect for a lazy breakfast or slowing down to the Mekong Delta pace. The warm, friendly staff can help organize bicycle rental and tours, boat tours, cooking classes, and other activities. Coco Riverside Lodge is 44 km (27 miles) from Vinh Long and 27 km (17 miles) from Tra Vinh. Though it is technically on the Vinh Long side of the river, it is closer to Tra Vinh.

The family-run Green Village Mekong offers insight into local delta life (and relaxation time in hammocks) at its two sites with simple bamboo bungalows and lush gardens: Green Village 1 is surrounded by rice paddies and banana trees, while Green Village 2 is on a canal. Guests having access to free bicycles, boats, cooking classes, and traditional fishing equipment, with a housekeeper available to demonstrate how to actually catch fish. Each bungalow has a private bathroom, free Wi-Fi, and a minibar.

This small and charming family-run guesthouse has 10 cute brick and wood bungalows set in an incredible garden, well off the tourist trail, and is an ideal rural retreat for those seeking a glimpse of local life and excellent home cooking. Make the most of the guesthouse's bicycles to explore the area or just lie back in a hammock and enjoy the lush tropical gardens. The homestay is about three hours by local bus from Ho Chi Minh City and only one hour from My Tho by taking the quick Pha Tan Phu ferry.

A boutique hotel on the banks of the Ham Luong River, Mango Home Riverside has comfortable air-conditioned thatch-roof bungalows with en suite open-air bathrooms set in a beautiful tropical garden. There are free bikes for exploring, and the hotel has its own boat for tours and sunset cruises. They can also arrange for pick-up from Ben Tre bus station.

Expect to be welcomed like visiting family at this friendly homestay, which for generations was a working fruit farm; it may be called rustic, but the bungalows and rooms with shared bathroom all have solid walls. It still has a bountiful orchard, as well as chickens, cats, and dogs. For budget travelers, the rooms with shared bathroom are fine, but the cozy brick bungalows are much more comfortable and private. Spend your time relaxing and soaking up the rustic vibes, exploring the countryside by bicycle, going on a boat tour, and enjoying Vietnamese home cooking.