There are quite a few hotels and homestays in Soc Trang province. Cons: not yet massively developed tourism so not many high-class hotels. Pros: Thanks to the lack of tourism development, Soc Trang still retains many local values, which are very attractive to many visitors who are passionate about discovering and conquering new things.
By Thomas Vietnam at vemekong.com | Official Soc Trang Visitor Guide
1. Phu Qui hotel
The hotel is centrally located and very close to the market and the streets which have convenience stores and a lot of local specialties. Pros: main road and prettier than other hotels. Cons: Soc Trang is a developing province, there is still a lot of noise from the buildings under construction in the center. It’s better to sleep on the upper floors than on the lower floors.
2. Satraco Royal hotel
Opposite Bat pagoda, Satraco Royal hotel is a comfortable, quite large and quiet hotel with interior decoration combined with wood to make visitors feel better sleeping. Pros: nice and near city location, beautiful canals and peaceful hotel, near the village and is one of best hotels in Soc Trang. Cons: Quiet at night!
3. Pro tips:
Soc Trang Khmer pagodas are solemn places, so you should choose beautiful clothes that are still polite and discreet. In the temple grounds, there are many animal statues such as elephants, snakes, etc. If you go with the children, please remind them not to climb because these are sacred symbols of the Khmer people.
The monks don’t ask for money, although donations won’t hurt.
Bring your hat, sunglasses, and sunblock, scarf to wear when visiting temples, pagodas, and the cathedral.
If you plan to extend your tour to Soc Trang homestay, do not forget to bring mosquito repellent cream.
When visiting the Soc Trang or doing any customized tours, choose reputable providers with boat trips equipped with lifebuoys, jackets, motorcycle and cycling tours with the helmets. Safety is a priority!
Soc Trang tourist attractions are magnificent itself, but if you have enough time, don’t forget to put other places onto your bucket lists such as Bat pagoda, Chen Kieu (Bowl) pagoda, Dung islet, Ghe Ngo boat race festival, pink trumpet tree road, Clay pagoda (Chua Dat Set), Khleang pagoda, Nga Nam floating market, Phat Hoc 2 pagoda, Soc Trang central market, Soc Trang museum, Som Rong pagoda, popular and clean homestays and hotels in Soc Trang…
Soc Trang food & drink guide ranges from street food, authentic, fancy to fusion foods. As a tropical land of many fresh vegetables and homegrown gardens, which always make Soc Trang cuisines fresh, close to nature and very traditional. If you are a food lover, don’t hesitate to put other bites onto your food lists such as Cong Cake, Pia Cake, Bun Nuoc Leo Soc Trang’s Noodle Soup…
Bring the raincoat if you travel to Soc Trang in the rainy season, as Soc Trang always looks fantastic in the full rain and full sun.
Hopefully, the above tips will help you to come up with a great plan for your adventure in Soc Trang, Mekong Delta, Vietnam. Have a safe trip!
“Sleep less, travel more, respect more” – Thomas Vietnam – Local travel expert.
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