Although there are more luxurious hotels in Ho Chi Minh, stately Villa Sông Saigon is second to none in charm, elegance, and style. With beautiful French colonial architecture, top-notch service, gorgeous rooms, candlelit dinners by the river, and an exclusive vibe, this boutique is a wonderful pick for a romantic getaway. Its location across the river of central HCMC is secluded and tranquil, but a little out of the way for those who want to explore the sights; fortunately, the hotel offers a free shuttle bus to and from the city center.
Although there are more luxurious hotels in Ho Chi Minh, stately Villa Sông Saigon is second to none in charm, elegance, and style. With beautiful French colonial architecture, top-notch service, gorgeous rooms, candlelit dinners by the river, and an exclusive vibe, this boutique is a wonderful pick for a romantic getaway. Its location across the river of central HCMC is secluded and tranquil, but a little out of the way for those who want to explore the sights; fortunately, the hotel offers a free shuttle bus to and from the city center.
With its beautiful colonial façade, classic European decor, and gleaming marble interior, the upscale Grand Hotel Saigon has a strong Old-World atmosphere. Rooms have stately decor and modern amenities -- including flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and water purification systems -- and some have expansive city and river views. Antique touches like rotary phones, heavy drapes, and glass chandeliers abound. Guests that find the rooms fussy might prefer staying in the Luxury Wing, a more recent addition where the decor is a bit more contemporary. The panoramic rooftop bar and restaurant is probably the most popular feature, but there’s also a tranquil pool in the courtyard; several dining options; a spa, and fitness center. Just make sure to book a room on a higher floor, as some rooms can get traffic noise.
With its beautiful colonial façade, classic European decor, and gleaming marble interior, the upscale Grand Hotel Saigon has a strong Old-World atmosphere. Rooms have stately decor and modern amenities -- including flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and water purification systems -- and some have expansive city and river views. Antique touches like rotary phones, heavy drapes, and glass chandeliers abound. Guests that find the rooms fussy might prefer staying in the Luxury Wing, a more recent addition where the decor is a bit more contemporary. The panoramic rooftop bar and restaurant is probably the most popular feature, but there’s also a tranquil pool in the courtyard; several dining options; a spa, and fitness center. Just make sure to book a room on a higher floor, as some rooms can get traffic noise.
The 333-room Hotel Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City is a solid luxury pick for business travelers, families, and couples alike. Rooms are large, bright, and contemporary, with up-to-date amenities including minibars and electric kettles plus king beds -- but some are tired and in need of an update. With a serene outdoor pool, a well-equipped fitness center, an acclaimed restaurant, and great services, this property is on par with other high-end hotels in town. Its location in District 5 may not be the most convenient for those interested in visiting the main sights, but the hotel offers free shuttle service to District 1 several times a day. Wi-Fi is free throughout.
The 333-room Hotel Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City is a solid luxury pick for business travelers, families, and couples alike. Rooms are large, bright, and contemporary, with up-to-date amenities including minibars and electric kettles plus king beds -- but some are tired and in need of an update. With a serene outdoor pool, a well-equipped fitness center, an acclaimed restaurant, and great services, this property is on par with other high-end hotels in town. Its location in District 5 may not be the most convenient for those interested in visiting the main sights, but the hotel offers free shuttle service to District 1 several times a day. Wi-Fi is free throughout.
Formerly the Mövenpick Hotel Saigon, the stylish Eastin is a solid pick for luxury in Ho Chi Minh. Dark wood furniture, crisp white linens, and Chesterfield armchairs make rooms elegant and classic -- but glass-enclosed bathrooms and high-tech amenities add a modern twist. With a large outdoor pool, three tasty restaurants, a well-equipped fitness center, and upscale services, the hotel draws all kinds of travelers. However, although there is free shuttle service to the city center, the hotel’s location near the airport makes it more convenient for business travelers than those interested in seeing the sights.
Formerly the Mövenpick Hotel Saigon, the stylish Eastin is a solid pick for luxury in Ho Chi Minh. Dark wood furniture, crisp white linens, and Chesterfield armchairs make rooms elegant and classic -- but glass-enclosed bathrooms and high-tech amenities add a modern twist. With a large outdoor pool, three tasty restaurants, a well-equipped fitness center, and upscale services, the hotel draws all kinds of travelers. However, although there is free shuttle service to the city center, the hotel’s location near the airport makes it more convenient for business travelers than those interested in seeing the sights.
The Palace is a medium-sized business hotel located near the Saigon River, within walking distance of most major attractions in Ho Chi Minh. Rooms are a little basic, but are spacious (although a few are smallish and dark), and feature LCD TVs, air-conditioning, electric kettles, and free Wi-Fi. A few rooms have balconies, but they are unfurnished, and some guests may feel the upgrade is not worth the extra money. There is a tiny fitness center, an upscale spa, and three decent restaurants -- including one on the top floor with panoramic views -- but the highlights here are the cute outdoor pool and nice freebies, such as free breakfast buffet and free purified water in the rooms.
The Palace is a medium-sized business hotel located near the Saigon River, within walking distance of most major attractions in Ho Chi Minh. Rooms are a little basic, but are spacious (although a few are smallish and dark), and feature LCD TVs, air-conditioning, electric kettles, and free Wi-Fi. A few rooms have balconies, but they are unfurnished, and some guests may feel the upgrade is not worth the extra money. There is a tiny fitness center, an upscale spa, and three decent restaurants -- including one on the top floor with panoramic views -- but the highlights here are the cute outdoor pool and nice freebies, such as free breakfast buffet and free purified water in the rooms.
Located on Thanh Da Island, the Saigon Domaine offers a luxurious, peaceful stay away from the hustle and bustle of central Ho Chi Minh. This property has 48 one- to four-bedroom apartments with full kitchens and an elegant mix of colonial and contemporary decor. Some kitchen appliances could use an update, but units all include DVD players, sound systems, flat-screen TVs, and washer/dryers. There are two average pools, a well-equipped fitness center, a kids’ club, and great freebies -- such as Wi-Fi and breakfast (served daily on a floating terrace on the river) -- but there is no full spa on-site. The hotel is a 15- to 20-minute drive from most major attractions, but there is free shuttle service daily to District 1.
Located on Thanh Da Island, the Saigon Domaine offers a luxurious, peaceful stay away from the hustle and bustle of central Ho Chi Minh. This property has 48 one- to four-bedroom apartments with full kitchens and an elegant mix of colonial and contemporary decor. Some kitchen appliances could use an update, but units all include DVD players, sound systems, flat-screen TVs, and washer/dryers. There are two average pools, a well-equipped fitness center, a kids’ club, and great freebies -- such as Wi-Fi and breakfast (served daily on a floating terrace on the river) -- but there is no full spa on-site. The hotel is a 15- to 20-minute drive from most major attractions, but there is free shuttle service daily to District 1.
Located on a busy, tree-dotted street in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, very near Ben Tranh Market, this mid-range boutique hotel has 53 rooms spread over 10 floors. Opened in 2009 and renovated in 2014, these tasteful accommodations meld modern amenities (including flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi) with traditional-looking embellishments (like bamboo blinds and fun little fruit baskets). Given the hotel's size, it has a fair number of on-site features, too: a lobby-level restaurant, small workout room, and meeting spaces among them. Depending on your priority list, though, the nearby Anpha Boutique Hotel -- another three-pearl property -- might be a better alternative. It has a rooftop terrace and on-site tour desk but no fitness or conferencing facilities.
Located on a busy, tree-dotted street in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, very near Ben Tranh Market, this mid-range boutique hotel has 53 rooms spread over 10 floors. Opened in 2009 and renovated in 2014, these tasteful accommodations meld modern amenities (including flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi) with traditional-looking embellishments (like bamboo blinds and fun little fruit baskets). Given the hotel's size, it has a fair number of on-site features, too: a lobby-level restaurant, small workout room, and meeting spaces among them. Depending on your priority list, though, the nearby Anpha Boutique Hotel -- another three-pearl property -- might be a better alternative. It has a rooftop terrace and on-site tour desk but no fitness or conferencing facilities.
Cat Huy Hotel is a solid budget option located right in the heart of the backpackers’ area, within walking distance of many major attractions. Its 10 rooms are spacious and feature great amenities for a hotel in this price range, including air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. There is little in the way of property features, but with ultra-low rates, clean rooms, and free breakfast, those looking for cheap, central accommodation in Ho Chi Minh may find this to be one of the best values around.
Cat Huy Hotel is a solid budget option located right in the heart of the backpackers’ area, within walking distance of many major attractions. Its 10 rooms are spacious and feature great amenities for a hotel in this price range, including air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. There is little in the way of property features, but with ultra-low rates, clean rooms, and free breakfast, those looking for cheap, central accommodation in Ho Chi Minh may find this to be one of the best values around.