Accommodation - Saigon Life

In the years that I have been living in Ho Chi Minh City I have stayed in Five Star Hotels, $7 Budget Hotels and everything in between. I rented a Luxury Apartment in Thao Dien and later a room in a family home in District 3. In all of the Hotels, Rooms and Apartments I have to say that my favourite stay in Ho Chi Minh City without doubt is The Hotel Majestic Saigon.

Majestic Hotel

It is the top end of the market and it is as the name says, Majestic. The building dates back to 1925 and the rooms are elegantly decorated highlighting the original polished timber. You can check the current room rates now by clicking on Hotel Majestic Saigon. It is also well worth reading some of the reviews. You will be surprised at the affordability and you can treat yourself to an unforgettable experience. And you can book online right here.

I first discovered Hotel Majestic Saigon in 2009 when I was in Ho Chi Minh City on business and now that I live here I can’t resist a poolside room for a weekend on the odd occasion. I love the history of this Hotel and if you take a walk around the ground floor, Foyer and Coffee Shop you will see many photographs dating back to the Hotel’s beginnings in 1925. It is also worth noting that most Hotels will have a Tourism Desk where you can pick up brochures or book a Tour.

Hotel Continental

There are thousands of Hotels in Ho Chi Minh City and one for every budget. So if you are on a family holiday or you are a backpacking around I would recommend a hotel in District 1. D1 is the central area of Ho Chi Minh City and offers a huge variety of restaurants, cafes, markets and souvenir shops. It is also the place for walking tours.

Dong Khoi area in District 1 is home to many 4 and 5 Star Hotels such as Hotel Majestic Saigon, Hotel Continental, Duxton hotel Saigon, The Caravelle Hotel, Oscar Saigon Hotel, New World Hotel, The Rex Hotel, Sheraton Saigon Hotel and the Renaissance Saigon Riverside Hotel. Also in close walking distance is the Sofitel Saigon Plaza Hotel.

Dat Huy Mini Hotel

“Pham Ngu Lao” (pronounced: Fam-oo-lao) is popular with backpackers and you will be amazed at the number of Mini Hotels and restaurants in this area. One of the best places to stay is “Dat Huy” at 185/18 Pham Ngu Lao St, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Tel: 08 3837 2850. Dat Huy is a Mini Hotel with a Hair Dressing Shop on the ground floor. It is owned by Ms Ha who charges budget rates and keeps spotlessly clean rooms. Miss Ha speaks good English and can give you reliable advice on the local area. She can also give you a fair exchange rate on Major Currencies should you arrive back from a tour after bank hours.

Use the search button to find a Hotel here too. You can find 2 to 5 Star all through District 1 but if you are looking for a low-cost budget hotel in the hustle bustle of Ho Chi Minh City’s streets you need to be in the Pham Ngu Lao – Bui Vien area.

Pham Ngu Lao and Bui Vien are streets that run parallel to each other and border a maze of tiny streets packed with Mini Hotels, Restaurants, Bars and much more. This area offers rooms from $12. Most are clean, some are not. These rooms are great for budget travelling but many tourists choose to stay in Pham Ngu Lao because it is in the heart of the Night Club and Bar area. No matter where you stay in Ho Chi Minh City, you really must take a walk down Bui Vien Street after dark and stay for dinner and a beer. This is Ho Chi Minh City.

Rex Hotel

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