Azerai Can Tho Mekong

Azerai Can Tho Hotel - Mekong Vietnam

Azerai Can Tho is the incredible island oasis, the calm, relaxing and wonderful base perfect for exploring one of the number one attractions of the country the Mekong Delta known for its floating markets.

The first thought that came to my mind with I arrived at this beautiful place was that this must be the Garden of Eden. There is special energy at this hotel and it staying here exceeded every expectation I had in terms of service, design and overall experience.

• LOCATION

A three-hour drive south of Ho Chi Minh City, the hotel is in Can Tho, the largest city in the Mekong Delta. The resort is built on a small island on the Hay River, connected with the Mekong and can only be reached by boat. You will first arrive in a pavilion style boathouse where small speedboats will take you to and from the property. The location is unique and very calm with views to the garden, the river and to a lake. Old Bunyan trees add a magical charm to the location and since the Azerai is on private property and remote, the hotel feels very special. The hotel is a destination in and of itself.

• CHARM & STYLE

The design is inspired by traditional architecture. The interior is minimalistic and cool, with oak wood accents, light earth shades and a walk-in rain shower. The resort is designed to blend in with the nature and surroundings. The staff went above and beyond every single day, they were so friendly.

• ROOMS

The rooms are tastefully appointed with natural finishes, they are spacious and very comfortable. The bed table lamps look exactly like the Vietnamese hats, one of the many unique details I found. Azerai Can Tho features a design that combines aesthetic with function.

• SERVICE & FACILITIES

A quiet afternoon spent by this pool and shady banyan trees is a unique treat. The garden is wonderful and there are birds, squirrels, monkeys and a family of ducks. A great speedboat takes guest from and back to Can Tho and the same boat is available 24 hours a day. Azerai has a fitness room, a beautiful spa, a tennis court and bikes you can borrow to ride around on the property.

• FOOD & DRINKS

The food, Vietnamese and International, was fresh, enjoyable and delightful. The food is very tasty and delicate served. I am not the expert when it comes to Vietnamese food, since this is my first trip, but I heard from another well travelled guest that the traditional Vietnamese Pho - the rice noodle soup at The Azerai, is the best he had tasted in the Southeast Asia area.

The staff is as great as the resort itself, whether it´s the boat service, the checking in and out, ordering drinks by the pool, having a delicious meal or the cleaning, the staff made me feel both welcome and special.