21 Best Hotels in Mekong Delta, Vietnam

Set on a private islet on the Hau River, Azerai Can Tho is a retreat only a 10-minute boat ride from the city center and is the Mekong Delta's superlative resort, featuring elegantly designed rooms in an exclusive, tranquil locale—without an over-the-top price tag. The peaceful resort has a large swimming pool, two restaurants, a gym, a spa, and beautiful lush gardens with paths to cycle around. Their boat delivers guests to their pier along the waterfront pathway, meaning you're only a short walk to the heart of the city's riverside.

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.

Only 2½ hours from Ho Chi Minh City airport (where pickup by private transport can be arranged), this boutique riverside resort is a special place to rest and recharge, with massages, pastries by the pool, drinks at the bar, or fishing off the pier. The lodge, run by a French couple and superfriendly local staff, is set in beautiful gardens on the western side of Thoi Son (Unicorn Island), 8 km (5 miles) from the Rach Mieu Bridge. Bicycles and electric bikes are available to explore the island. Wider-ranging tours (by car or boat) can be booked with the staff.

Reminiscent of a colonial seaside mansion, with its swaying palms and namesake wide verandas that catch the balmy sea breezes, this well-established resort is an immaculately maintained haven in the heart of Long Beach. Rooms have shutters, high ceilings, wicker armchairs, and four-poster beds with mosquito nets. The biggest dilemma you'll encounter at this MGallery resort, part of the Accor chain, is whether to relax in your room, on your balcony, by the pool, at the beach, or in one of La Veranda's two restaurants.

This relaxed, simple, secluded hideaway is one of the last places on Phu Quoc to find quaint, affordable beachfront bungalows mere steps from the ocean, now a rare find on rapidly developing island. There are enough creature comforts such as air-conditioning, an excellent in-house restaurant, and swimming pool to make a longer stay enjoyable in this remote hamlet, which is as far from the airport as possible. The resort makes small eco efforts such as no single use plastic toiletries, refillable water pitchers instead of plastic bottles, and using bamboo straws. The friendly, accommodating staff at this family-owned resort make it a true touch of paradise for those seeking a Phu Quoc experience from a bygone era. 

With a jaw-dropping central swimming pool, a rooftop adults-only infinity pool, beautiful lily-filled koi ponds, and a whopping 126 villas and 59 suites with a private pools, Phu Quoc's most luxurious resort is a literal oasis where guests are spoiled with top-notch amenities and services. Guests also love the elegant interiors, watersports, kids program, rooftop gin bar, and six memorable dining outlets, including a beachfront bistro and a stellar Japanese-French omakase.

Teak balustrades, hardwood floors, bougainvillea, and plenty more old world charm graces French-colonial-style Victoria Can Tho Resort, where spacious, well-appointed rooms have comfortable beds, sitting area, and balcony, and a generous buffet breakfast is included. The service is courteous and discreet. Best of all is its location at the river, meaning you are mere steps from embarking on your floating market tour or longer cruise, and are a pleasant 8-minute walk along the water to the city center.

With a prime riverfront position in the heart of Chau Doc, the French-colonial style hotel gives a charming taste of a bygone era, while delivering modern service and a good restaurant; watching the river traffic from your balcony or the pool terrace is a delight. Rooms are spacious, well-appointed, and have a heritage feel, with wood floors, sitting area, and views of the Bassac (Hau) River or Chau Doc's street life—double-glazing keeps it peaceful. The pool is a welcome respite from the Mekong Delta humidity. Bassac Restaurant makes the most of its river outlook and serves a selection of Western and Vietnamese dishes, as well as a fairly generous, varied buffet breakfast included in the stay. The hotel can book boat tours (it has its own pier) and has bicycles to take for a spin.

Halfway up Nui Sam (Sam Mountain), this collection of charming stone cottages is a relaxing getaway from the bustle of Mekong Delta towns, but close enough to take day trips in and around Chau Doc—and it has stunning views over brilliant green rice paddies and flood plains. The large rooms are decorated simply, allowing the views to take center stage, and each has a private terrace. The skypool and pool bar and La Giang Restaurant share the magnificent views. An on-site vegetable garden provides some of the produce for the hotel's restaurant and its cooking courses. Victoria Nui Sam Lodge provides a regular shuttle to Chau Doc, which is only 7 km (4 miles) away.

The first "off-the-grid" and solar-powered resort in Vietnam, Bamboo Cottages has evolved a bit but still maintains a simple, quiet vibe of bungalows set in a wild tropical garden with arguably one of the best views on Phu Quoc. Evolved from a family's holiday home, which still forms part of the property, the eco-minded lodge has a restaurant, daily yoga classes, beach barbecues, and activities available, including massages, kayaking, snorkeling, bicycle hire, cooking classes, and Vietnamese lessons.

This long-standing beachfront resort has a comfortable yet relaxing ambience with its pretty little brick cottages, a modern and roomy extension, manicured gardens, three swimming pools, and a charming garden restaurant, not to mention the helpful staff. The two-bedroom beach houses are a great option for families and the restaurant, Spice House, is a superb spot for sunset.

Bungalows and villas overlook a small private beach and the beautiful Gulf of Thailand, offering a serene escape; the 12 villas blend traditional Vietnamese with modern minimalism and some feature large terraces, Jacuzzis, or private pools.

As you would expect from a hotel interior designed by Bill Bensley, the resort is a bold, over-the-top, maximalist fantasy theme as a fictional French university from the 1890s, bursting with more than 5,000 European antiques and imaginative objets d'art. Various wings are named after academic departments, such as the Department of Agriculture, and every room within has a horticultural theme. Guests can relax at any of the three public pools, which includes an adults-only pool and kids' pool—or their own private pool if staying in a villa. Don't forget the pristine private white sand beach and the resort's cocktail bar. There's a kids club to keep ages 4 to 12 entertained while adults take classes or visit the spa.

Little sister to the Nam Bo Boutique Hotel, The Lighthouse is a restored heritage building with seven serviced apartments and long-stay guests in mind. The modern, comfortable apartments offer wonderful views of the river, park, and night market, and solid double glazing will keep out the noise. If you're basing yourself in Can Tho and want apartment comforts, then The Lighthouse may well be the best option in the city. The excellent restaurant on the ground floor and the attached "La Baguette" bakery/cafe adds to the convenience.

Phu Quoc's first true eco-resort is a collection of rammed-earth and wooden bungalows scattered through a wide, tree-filled property fronting Ong Lang Beach. The resort continues to practice sustainable, low-impact methods, and if lazing in a hammock gets boring, there are a slew of activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, volleyball, and movie nights. Staff can assist with bookings at the spa, tours, ticket bookings, and motorbike rental. The restaurant, perched on the rocks, has a stellar view over the ocean, but is so popular with outside visitors that reservations are strongly recommended for in-house guests. 

This pleasant, well-situated boutique resort boasts a wonderful vantage of the Mekong, with modern bungalows that partially sit over the river or the man-made pond, and also has a pool, spa, and riverside dining. The location makes it a great base for exploring the area with their fleet of free bicycles. There are activities on-site, including kayaking, billiards, badminton, cooking class, and, of course, boat trips can be arranged. Friendly staff round out this resort.

With only seven suites (the corner suites are particularly delightful), longstanding Nam Bo was the first boutique hotel in Can Tho, and it continues to be a good pick for its prime location, helpful staff, and simple but comfortable accommodation. The ground floor Nam Bo Restaurant and rooftop L'Escale Restaurant are convenient food options, and meals can be delivered to the room.

A large infinity pool overlooking the ocean, an enormously wide beachfront, pathways dripping with gorgeous pink bougainvillea, and a jetty restaurant are a few of the memorable details of Ocean Bay, which makes it good value for the price. The rooms, which are predominantly in two-story bungalows and have outdoor bathrooms, are constructed with wood, stone, and other natural materials.

Set on a hill surrounded by tropical jungle and with amazing ocean views, Eco Beach Resort is a small and friendly place, with Balinese-style decor, a breezy open-air restaurant, and a swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers and umbrellas. The resort offers free bicycle and kayak hire, and there's also an on-site spa, fitness facilities, and a billiard table.

It may look like a giant shoebox from the street, but inside it's surprisingly elegant, with an emphasis on incorporating natural elements, such as coconut husks, bamboo, lacquer, and wood, into the design. Rooms are spacious, each with its own balcony, and the grounds are immaculate, with water features, ponds, swaths of green grass, and a stunning infinity pool overlooking the ocean. As is expected in this price range, it has a kids' club, gym, business area, a small recreation area with pool tables, an inviting spa, and a selection of high-end dining options, including Pakka, which serves up some of the best Indian in Vietnam.

Formerly Vinpearl Can Tho, this 30-story hotel has been given a slick and professional refresh under the Sheraton brand, and guests can expect neat, comfortable city hotel rooms of international standard, great views from the upper floors, a large swimming pool, fitness center, spa, and Thai restaurant. The room rate includes breakfast and access to the sauna, steam room, and Jacuzzi.