Bong Sen Hotel Saigon is a mid-range property smack-bang in the middle of District 1, within walking distance of many major attractions. This 129-room hotel is known among tourists for its good value, clean rooms, and great freebies, and among locals for its buffet restaurant, which serves tasty regional cuisine. Most rooms have been renovated and feature modern decor and amenities, but others are a little dated and plain, and a few don’t have windows. The hotel is not fancy, but rates are reasonable and the location ideal for exploring the main sights.
Bong Sen Hotel Saigon is a mid-range property smack-bang in the middle of District 1, within walking distance of many major attractions. This 129-room hotel is known among tourists for its good value, clean rooms, and great freebies, and among locals for its buffet restaurant, which serves tasty regional cuisine. Most rooms have been renovated and feature modern decor and amenities, but others are a little dated and plain, and a few don’t have windows. The hotel is not fancy, but rates are reasonable and the location ideal for exploring the main 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.
Despite its name, the 20-room Elegant Inn is really just a basic budget hotel with a solid location just off the popular backpackers' street in District 1. Numerous shops, bars, and restaurants are a short walk away, and most major attractions can be reached via a short car ride. Rooms are simple, but well-equipped, with en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and air-conditioning. Breakfast is included in some rates -- both Western and Vietnamese options are well-liked -- and there's a computer in the lobby that guests can use. Another budget option in the area is the the Vy Khanh Guesthouse. It has similar rates, but only six rooms and breakfast is not served.
Despite its name, the 20-room Elegant Inn is really just a basic budget hotel with a solid location just off the popular backpackers' street in District 1. Numerous shops, bars, and restaurants are a short walk away, and most major attractions can be reached via a short car ride. Rooms are simple, but well-equipped, with en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and air-conditioning. Breakfast is included in some rates -- both Western and Vietnamese options are well-liked -- and there's a computer in the lobby that guests can use. Another budget option in the area is the the Vy Khanh Guesthouse. It has similar rates, but only six rooms and breakfast is not served.
The 388-room Hotel Nikko Saigon is an upscale property in Ho Chi Minh City's bustling District 1. It's connected to a shopping mall, and while there are shops and businesses nearby, the city's major sights will require a drive or shuttle ride to reach. Rooms are contemporary, with a Zen-like aesthetic. Features include large flat-screen TVs and marble bathrooms, and rooms on the 23rd floor have exceptional city views. Guests rave about the expansive breakfast buffet, and there's also a fine-dining restaurant and lobby lounge. The events space is popular for business gatherings, and the hotel has a pool, spa, and modern fitness center. As an alternative, Lotte Legend Hotel Saigon has similar features and is closer to tourist attractions, but its rooms are far less handsome.
The 388-room Hotel Nikko Saigon is an upscale property in Ho Chi Minh City's bustling District 1. It's connected to a shopping mall, and while there are shops and businesses nearby, the city's major sights will require a drive or shuttle ride to reach. Rooms are contemporary, with a Zen-like aesthetic. Features include large flat-screen TVs and marble bathrooms, and rooms on the 23rd floor have exceptional city views. Guests rave about the expansive breakfast buffet, and there's also a fine-dining restaurant and lobby lounge. The events space is popular for business gatherings, and the hotel has a pool, spa, and modern fitness center. As an alternative, Lotte Legend Hotel Saigon has similar features and is closer to tourist attractions, but its rooms are far less handsome.
The Sunland Saigon Riverside Hotel is a 99-room mid-range property in a quiet spot set back from Vo Van Kiet and the Ben Nghe Canal. It's next door to the Russian Market, and a 10-minute cab ride from the city's top attractions and shopping. There are great city views from the rooftop bar and outdoor pool, and the gym is a good size compared to similar hotels in the city. The cafe serves a varied menu, with both Asian and Mediterranean influences. Rooms are a little dated, but many have views of the river and -- with triple and connecting rooms available -- they're ideal for families and groups. Alternatively, the more central Anpha Boutique Hotel has similar rates and also has a rooftop bar, though it lacks a pool.
The Sunland Saigon Riverside Hotel is a 99-room mid-range property in a quiet spot set back from Vo Van Kiet and the Ben Nghe Canal. It's next door to the Russian Market, and a 10-minute cab ride from the city's top attractions and shopping. There are great city views from the rooftop bar and outdoor pool, and the gym is a good size compared to similar hotels in the city. The cafe serves a varied menu, with both Asian and Mediterranean influences. Rooms are a little dated, but many have views of the river and -- with triple and connecting rooms available -- they're ideal for families and groups. Alternatively, the more central Anpha Boutique Hotel has similar rates and also has a rooftop bar, though it lacks a pool.
The nine-room Cinnamon Hotel Saigon is a two-and-a-half-pearl budget hotel centrally located in Ho Chi Minh City's District 1, within walking distance of shops, cafes, and attractions. It's a spotless little property, with modern and spacious rooms with just a few local accents. Amenities include air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Rooms on the front of the hotel have balconies that look out onto the street and the city -- they're great for people-watching. This hotel is frequently sold out, so travelers looking to stay here will need to book well ahead. As an alternative, Cat Huy Hotel is a solid budget boutique option located close to major attractions. It doesn't have quite the same charm as the Cinnamon Hotel, but rates will be lower.
The nine-room Cinnamon Hotel Saigon is a two-and-a-half-pearl budget hotel centrally located in Ho Chi Minh City's District 1, within walking distance of shops, cafes, and attractions. It's a spotless little property, with modern and spacious rooms with just a few local accents. Amenities include air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Rooms on the front of the hotel have balconies that look out onto the street and the city -- they're great for people-watching. This hotel is frequently sold out, so travelers looking to stay here will need to book well ahead. As an alternative, Cat Huy Hotel is a solid budget boutique option located close to major attractions. It doesn't have quite the same charm as the Cinnamon Hotel, but rates will be lower.