Travel Guide: Saigon Can Tho Hotel, Vinh Long

Introduction

Nestled in the heart of the Mekong Delta, Saigon Can Tho Hotel (西貢芹苴酒店) is a comfortable, convenient base for travelers exploring Vinh Long and the surrounding waterways. Whether you’re a first-time visitor chasing floating market sunrises, a family seeking spacious accommodations, or a business traveler needing reliable amenities, this mid-range hotel balances warm Vietnamese hospitality with practical modern comforts. Located just steps from Can Tho’s main commercial district, it puts the best of the delta within easy reach.

Hotel Overview

Saigon Can Tho Hotel is located at 55 Phan Dinh Phung, Can Tho, Vietnam, a short drive from downtown Vinh Long and the delta’s major river crossings. All 120 guest rooms are air-conditioned, with hardwood floors, flat-screen cable TVs, and private en-suite bathrooms outfitted with both bathtubs and separate showers, plus complimentary toiletries, towels, slippers, and hairdryers. The hotel caters to all travel styles: non-smoking rooms are standard, and spacious family rooms are available for groups traveling with children. Free Wi-Fi is available across the entire property, and 24-hour front desk staff speak both English and Vietnamese, offering quick check-in/out, private check-in services, currency exchange, and assistance with booking tickets or rental cars.

On-site amenities include a full bar serving local Mekong rum and tropical cocktails, a daily breakfast spread with both Vietnamese and Western dishes, and kid-friendly children’s menus for dining in. Additional services include paid private parking (34,222 VND per day, by reservation), paid laundry and ironing, a fully equipped business center, and paid meeting and banquet facilities for events. Every room includes a minibar and a personal safe for added convenience.

Attractions

Three of the Mekong Delta’s most iconic attractions are within an hour’s drive of the hotel:

• Cai Rang Floating Market: Just 30 minutes from the hotel, this is the delta’s largest and most vibrant floating market. Arrive at sunrise to watch vendors sell everything from fresh mangoes and coconut candy to steaming noodle soup directly from their wooden boats, and take a small tour boat to glide between stalls for a truly immersive experience.
• Vinh Long Ancient Town: A 20-minute drive north, this well-preserved 19th-century river town is lined with French colonial villas, traditional Buddhist pagodas, and family-run handicraft workshops selling hand-woven mats and coconut sugar. Wander the pedestrian-friendly riverfront to stop at local coffee shops for traditional Vietnamese iced coffee.
• Tra Su Cajeput Forest: A 45-minute drive from the hotel, this vast wetland forest is home to hundreds of species of migratory birds, water lilies, and mangroves. Take a rowboat tour through the narrow canals to spot kingfishers and storks, and stop at a local homestay for a home-cooked Mekong seafood lunch.

Travel Tips

Book parking in advance if you’re renting a car to explore the region, as spaces are limited. Ask the front desk to help you book a private boat tour to Cai Rang — they can often secure better rates than walk-in vendors, and arrange for an early pick-up straight from the hotel. If you’re visiting during monsoon season (May to November), pack waterproof shoes and a light rain jacket, as afternoon showers are common. For breakfast, don’t skip the local pho option, made with fresh herbs sourced from nearby delta farms.