4 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.

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.