27 Best Hotels in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

The most luxurious hotel in Sunset Town, the design-led La Festa Phu Quoc is tastefully inspired by the Amalfi Coast. Graceful arches punctuate the public spaces while rooms and suites have a decidedly Mediterranean beach feel with their vibrant colors and spa-inspired bathrooms. The pool overlooking the ocean is especially picturesque.

A stay at Mai House Saigon feels like stepping back into a more elegant age of travel. Old-world charm meets modern comfort and convenience in sleek lines and glass-enclosed bathrooms with claw-foot bathtubs. The rooftop lounge and outdoor swimming pool are lovely ways to beat the Saigon heat. Accommodation options include rooms, suites, and one- and two-bedroom apartments.

Arguably one of the top international luxury hotels in Ho Chi Minh City, the Park Hyatt Saigon has a hard-to-beat location close to the major downtown attractions. French colonial–inspired interiors, high teas under the soaring ceiling of the Park Lounge, a lush tropical pool area, stunning floral arrangements, and a world-class spa—all of these amenities, and the excellent restaurants and bar, provide guests with a soothing escape from the bustle outside. The Opera House is right next door, Dong Khoi Street is a block away, and it's a short walk to Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Ben Thanh Market.

One of the best value properties directly on Khem Beach and arguably the island's prettiest, this large property has great, family-friendly amenities at a rate that won't break the bank. Kids will absolutely love splashing around in one of the island's longest freeform swimming pools with three water slides and an adjacent Kids' Club while the adults can happily lounge on the beach.

Serviced one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments with fully equipped kitchens and on-site recreation amenities, all only a short walk from the zoo, make this a great choice for families. The resort-style pool, barbecue area, landscaped grounds, children's playground, daily housekeeping, and 24-hour reception all make for a great alternative to a hotel room, especially during the rainy season when a heavy downpour can mean staying indoors for hours on end.

Channeling the elegance of the French-colonial era with soaring ceilings and wooden floorboards, the three-story Villa Song is an ode to art and interior design and is a favorite with discerning travelers. Each room is unique and features classic wooden furniture, art from the owner's private collection, unusual light fixtures, and graceful bathrooms.

This is a great, value-priced option if you're looking for a bit of vintage elegance slap-bang in the middle of local life, and a stylish alternative to the big downtown hotels. It's a cute boutique hotel with compact rooms, an artsy black-and-white color scheme, friendly staff, and a huge bookcase in the lobby—hence the name. Rooms are comfortable and bathrooms have rain showers.

Opened to the public on Christmas Eve 1959, the Caravelle has entertained VIPs from around the globe throughout its storied history. When Saigon was the capital of South Vietnam in the 1960s, the hotel was filled with embassy staff and journalists, many of whom would gather at the hotel's famed Saigon Saigon Bar to share information and rumors. Today the Caravelle's original 10-story building has been joined by a newer 24-story building, all overlooking the iconic Opera House. The freeform swimming pool on the 7th floor is ideal for cooling off from the Saigon heat.

With its minimalist contemporary design, attentive staff, and an "anywhere, anytime" breakfast policy, this all-suites hotel is something quite unique in Ho Chi Minh City. The suites are spacious and stylish. Opt for premium rates to enjoy daily spa treatments for a touch of decadence.

Directly across from the Opera House, history buffs will want to head to this French-colonial-style hotel, where Graham Greene's classic The Quiet American was set and the author himself stayed, in room 214; it was also the meeting place of journalists and diplomats during the Vietnam War. The outdoor courtyard and dining area date from the late 19th century—a delightful place to relax with a drink beneath frangipani trees, some of which were planted in 1880. In this setting, it's not hard to envision the way the hotel must have looked in its heyday.

Located on the border of Districts 1 and 5 (Chinatown), the Equatorial has spacious rooms, an excellent Pan-Asian restaurant, and impeccable service. Public areas include a cozy café, a sophisticated lounge with great cocktail offers, and a bar alongside the inviting outdoor saltwater pool, which is lit up at night (do try the swim-up bar). The spa and health club are among Ho Chi Minh City's best, and the weekend seafood buffets are very popular.

Although more modest than the Majestic or the Continental hotels, this old colonial establishment evokes a bygone era of Francophone Saigon in the heart of the old Rue Catinat, where it's been since 1930. While the outdoor pool is nice, unfortunately, the Grand is state-owned and suffers accordingly compared to some of the international chains when it comes to maintenance. The rooms are light and airy, with wooden floorboards giving them some old-world charm, and the higher floors have lovely views of the river.

On the waterfront overlooking the Saigon River, this is one of Vietnam's truly great colonial hotels, steeped with nostalgia and old-world charm that has been accumulating since 1925. Rooms, with their high ceilings, Art Deco touches, and marble bathrooms, strike a delicate balance between airy and intimate, while the pool offers a great vantage point to lie back and soak in the tropical colonial vibe. Be sure to sip a drink at the rooftop bar at night when the city lights sparkle below.

Minimalist Japanese elegance and attentive service are the hallmarks of this hotel, right on the border of District 1 and District 5. Rooms are stylish and comfortable, the pool is a welcome oasis from the chaos outside, and the excellent Chinese/Taiwanese restaurant does some of Ho Chi Minh City's best dim sum. The hotel provides a regular free shuttle bus service to downtown areas, including the Reunification Palace and the Opera House.

This luxe hotel wows with a flashy lobby and world-class amenities, but the rooms are warm and inviting, with understated elegance in neutral tones and floor-to-ceiling windows. Amenities include a spa, restaurants, and a 30-meter outdoor swimming pool that puts you at eye-level with the spires of the Notre Dame Cathedral. Fresh orchids and stunning photography feature through the hotel. The weekend brunches at the InterContinental's Market 39 restaurant are among the best in town, with all-you-can-eat seafood and free-flowing Champagne.

Part of the Marriott family, the well-located Le Méridien ticks all the boxes with its superior service, excellent club lounge facilities on the 22nd floor, ninth-floor pool deck, and comfortable rooms. Thoughtful design touches are evident throughout the hotel, from the window art displays and the 24-hour soundtrack curated by French new wave band Nouvelle. Regular activities are scheduled for children, such as eclair-making classes.

Pleasant and luxurious, this riverfront business-centric hotel, part of the giant Korean-owned Lotte chain, has fancy marble bathrooms and spacious rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows for great views. The contemporary lobby atrium is opulent, with a stained-glass ceiling, marble from top to bottom, and two huge bronze horse statues. This urban oasis also has a range of on-site restaurants including Japanese, Italian, Chinese, and a seafood buffet. The ground-floor outdoor pool is one of Saigon's largest.

The eclectic design of this hotel is almost as mysterious as its name; everything here is a tribute to Saigon—its past and its secrets—from the stained-glass details to the antique furnishings and knickknacks throughout, and the scent of ylang ylang that fills the lobby. The rooms are comfortable, spacious, and full of character, with recycled wooden flooring and many objects d'art.

The first modern high-rise hotel in Ho Chi Minh City received an extensive renovation in 2020. The central location, business amenities, gym, tennis court, and pool make it a good choice for business travelers. The lobby is glitzy and the rooms are more spacious than average with high ceilings.

The Pullman Saigon Centre has large, comfortable, and stylish rooms with great views, well-trained staff, and a convenient location close to the central business district and tourist sights. The on-site restaurant, Mad Cow Wine & Grill, is well worth a visit.

Part of the Marriott group, the Renaissance Riverside offers comfortable elegance in a prime location looking out over the Saigon River. Its relaxing pool area on the 21st floor has panoramic views of the city. The rooms are welcoming, and have spacious bathrooms and all the modern conveniences you could need.

Depending on your point of view, The Reverie's Italianate design is sumptuously ornate or completely over-the-top; nevertheless, the hotel, inside the landmark Times Square building, is bedazzling, and each of the spacious and comfortable rooms has glamorous bathrooms and stunning views of Saigon. The on-site spa and restaurants are, as you would expect, as decadent as the design.

If it's history you're after, the Rex has it in spades: it played a major role in the Vietnam War, hosting the American Information Service's daily "five o'clock follies" press briefings, and the 1976 unification of North and South Vietnam was announced in the same room. Nowadays it's an upscale and slightly kitsch state-run hotel that has a uniquely quirky charm. Even if you don't stay here, stop by for a drink at the rooftop bar, with its view of downtown, decorative lights, and the "five o'clock follies" cocktail containing Bacardi, cucumber, and lemon.

True to its name, these one- to five-bedroom riverside apartments house a mix of long-term expat residences and short-term visitors, and can be a great deal for families. The complex has a pool, children's playground, expansive grassed areas, tennis courts, a café, a convenience store, and a fitness center on-site. There are regular shuttle boats and buses to District 1. The views of the Saigon River from the river-fronting apartments are great, and the complex manages to maintain the feel of a boutique resort while maintaining home-away-from-home comforts.

In this luxurious, peaceful, and private complex on Thanh Da Island (considered one of Ho Chi Minh City's last green vestiges), apartments with one to four bedrooms come with a full kitchen and a washing machine. There's also a range of resort-style, family-friendly amenities including a swimming pool, children's play areas, a library, and a gym. There are regular minibus shuttles into District 1, and apartments can be rented on a nightly or monthly basis.

An older, but still lovely hotel in one of Ho Chi Minh City's premier streets, the Sheraton Saigon has all the amenities and standards of service you'd expect from a top international chain. Most of the rooms were renovated in late 2019 and there's an excellent pool on the fifth floor. You can enjoy exquisite yum cha (dim sum and tea) at Li Bai Chinese restaurant. Best of all, a host of the city's best shops, sights, and restaurants are within walking distance.

This superstylish hotel has elegant French and Vietnamese influences throughout, from the imposing lobby to the tasteful rooms to the sultry Boudoir Lounge on the ground floor. The views of the city from the pool (and club lounge) on the 18th floor are spectacular, and the hotel's fitness center is one of the city's best. As you would expect from a Sofitel property, the service is five-star, as are the dining options.