7 Best Hotels in Can Tho, Mekong Delta

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

A city escape 11 km (7 miles) from Can Tho, this family-friendly lodge offers a rustic feel without sacrificing on comfort: the air-conditioned bungalows, which include triple and family rooms, are solidly made of brick, wood, and bamboo, and are set in a lush tropical garden. Overall, it is a great base to explore the Mekong Delta countryside on the property's bicycles or with the tours offered.