Project Overview
The SOJO Lao Cai Hotel, a 4-star “contactless” smart hotel, is located on An Duong Vuong Street, Coc Leu Ward, in the heart of Lao Cai City. This strategic location offers convenient access to the city’s key landmarks and tourist destinations. Designed by IBSTAC Architects & Planners, the project is part of Vietnam’s first chain of smart hotels applying 4.0 technology across all services, bringing guests a modern, safe, and digitally connected hospitality experience.
Project Information
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Project Name: SOJO Lao Cai Hotel
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Location: Lao Cai City, Vietnam
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Client: TNG Holdings Vietnam JSC
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Total Area: 7,262 m²
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Scale: 12 floors above ground, 1 basement
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Design Unit: IBSTAC Architects & Planners
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Scope of Work: Architectural design, construction documentation, and interior design for the condotel area
“Contactless” Hotel Experience
SOJO Lao Cai offers a fully digitalized stay, where guests can manage every aspect of their experience through a single mobile application:
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Smart check-in and access: Check-in, open doors, and send luggage using the SOJO App.
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Personalized environment: Adjust lighting, temperature, sound, and curtains via smartphone.
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Smart travel solution: Ideal for business travelers and young guests seeking convenience and safety.
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Technology-driven comfort: Ensures hygiene, security, and flexibility in the era of digital tourism.
Architectural Concept
Designed by IBSTAC, the hotel embodies modern minimalism, with open, dynamic spaces reflecting the SOJO brand’s youthful spirit and technology-driven identity.
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Modern façade: Clean geometry and glass surfaces emphasizing transparency and lightness.
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Functional efficiency: Compact yet flexible layouts for modern hospitality operations.
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Sustainability: Energy-efficient systems and eco-friendly materials in both architecture and interiors.
SOJO Lao Cai Hotel represents a new generation of hospitality architecture in Vietnam — where design meets digital innovation, and every guest enjoys a seamless “contactless” experience powered by smart technology.
About IBSTAC Architects & Planners
With over 20 years of experience, IBSTAC Architects & Planners has consistently pursued the mission of creating unique, innovative, and comprehensive design solutions that meet international standards.
Notable projects include:
In 2020, IBSTAC was honored among the Top 10 Architecture Firms in Vietnam at the BCI Asia Awards, reaffirming its reputation in the regional architectural industry.
Proudly operated and developed by 100% Vietnamese architects and experts, IBSTAC continues to realize its vision:
“Design for a Better Life.”
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