What's it like in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City?

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City is a vibrant neighborhood known for its bar scene and major shopping area. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown Ho Chi Minh City? Consider a visit to Ben Thanh Market while you're in the neighborhood.

What's a favorite place to stay in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City?

Based on our traveler data, Rex Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. This hotel is steps from Dong Khoi Street, and offers a casino and 4 restaurants. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon and Fusion Original Saigon Centre .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Ho Chi Minh City area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Ho Chi Minh Municipality, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 740 Downtown Ho Chi Minh City hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Ho Chi Minh City?

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What can I see and do in this Ho Chi Minh Municipality neighborhood?

Looking for a little shopping break? A shopping trip to Ben Thanh Market, Benthanh Street Food Market, and Saigon Square might be just the ticket while you're in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Takashimaya Vietnam and Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts are some other places worth a visit. Galaxy Nguyen Du, Taka Plaza, and Takashimaya Ho Chi Minh City are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Ho Chi Minh City Museum and Bến Thành Street Food Market are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Ho Chi Minh Municipality.

How can I get around Downtown Ho Chi Minh City and the greater Ho Chi Minh Municipality area?

Looking for a quick way to explore more of the city? Catch a ride on metro transit at Ben Thanh Station and Opera House Station.

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1. Caravelle Saigon

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

EUNTAEK

AED 684 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

A high-rise building with a panoramic view of a cityscape, including a prominent bridge and skyscrapers.

2. Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Asad

AED 886 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A modern building with the sign "LIBERTY CENTRAL" indicating a hotel or similar establishment.

3. Liberty Central Saigon Citypoint

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Huyen

AED 433 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, outdoor seating, and a clear view of the street.

4. GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Austin

AED 498 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A multi-story hotel with a prominent illuminated sign, a modern glass building in the background, and a well-lit entrance area.

5. M Hotel Saigon

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Minh

AED 392 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel with a rooftop pool, outdoor seating, and a city view.

6. La Siesta Premium Saigon

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Zion

AED 604 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Dec - 12 Dec

A modern hotel with a prominent Rex Hotel sign, multiple floors, and a Chanel store on the ground level.

7. Rex Hotel

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Keith

AED 519 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of tall buildings.

8. Palace Hotel Saigon

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Minh

AED 270 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A balcony with a city view at night, including illuminated buildings and fireworks.

9. Bon Ami Boutique Hotel

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Sonny

AED 180 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Dec - 16 Dec

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.

10. Fusion Original Saigon Centre

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

TRINIDAD

AED 736 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Dec - 16 Dec

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a river in the background, and a busy street with cars.

11. Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

CLARENCE CHI MIN

AED 644 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a dark facade and multiple windows.

12. The Hammock Hotel Ben Thanh

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

"The room was more than serviceable. I am not such a fan of a pedestal bed, but that’s what they do, the breakfast was top notch and the ability to grab a cold water or a beer anytime you like is great. And the laundry worked wonderfully. The only things I would work on was the water getting hot, not such a bad thing n this climate and isolating the smokers at breakfast. It seems a smoking quarter away from the eating and the ash trays would be good"

Charles

AED 258 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

An infinity pool with lounge chairs and a glass railing overlooking a cityscape.

13. Liberty Central Saigon Riverside

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Christina

AED 370 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and modern architecture.

14. Silverland Yen Hotel

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Ariel

AED 487 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Dec - 17 Dec

A grand hallway with ornate decorations, a chandelier, and a marble floor.

15. The Reverie Saigon - The Leading Hotels of the World

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

sinh

AED 1,005 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A person sitting at a table with a vase of flowers, a plate of food, and a drink, overlooking a tall skyscraper.

16. Hato Saigon Boutique Hotel & Rooftop

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Mike

AED 192 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A tall, multi-story hotel with a grand entrance, large windows, and a prominent digital display.

17. Hotel Grand Saigon

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Vinaychandra

AED 559 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A historic hotel with a classical facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent entrance.

18. Hotel Continental Saigon

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

irene

AED 405 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A bustling restaurant with a sign reading 'The Rice Hotel Restaurant 131.'

19. The Rice Hotel 121 Bui Vien

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Karen

AED 65 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a modern chandelier.

20. New World Saigon Hotel

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Lisa

AED 811 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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Where to stay in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Find the best Downtown Ho Chi Minh City areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Vung Tau

Vung Tau is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Front Beach and Vung Tau Lighthouse while you're in town.

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Ben Thanh

While you're in Ben Thanh, take in top sights like Ben Thanh Market and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station to see more of the city.

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Dong Khoi

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travelers love about Dong Khoi. Check out Union Square or Vincom Center Shopping Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Opera House Station to get around town.

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Traditional architecture with ornate roofs, a stone monument, and lush greenery.

Little Japan

Visitors often come to Little Japan for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Opera House Station.

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Nguyen Hue Walking Street

Nguyen Hue Walking Street is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nguyen Hue Walking Street and Ho Chi Minh City Hall Square while in the area.

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Top Downtown Ho Chi Minh City Hotel Reviews

Caravelle Saigon

10/10 Excellent

"Great great location!!! Clean room and very helpful team. A casino inside the hotel for those who like to try their luck."

La Siesta Premium Saigon

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is very helpful (they all speak fluent English which is very helpful being that I am canadian) and the property is very clean, has everyone you could want from a hotel (restraunt, sky bar, spa, 2x daily turndown service, laundry services,). Highly recommend, will always by my first stop when I visit Ho Chi Minh city."

Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Location is ideal right around the corner from Opera House and Nguyen Hue walking street with coffee shops and classic sit on a stool excellent street food. Bui Vien walking street and Ben Thanh market are steps away. The Old Post office and War Museum and Reunification Palace ate nearby as well. Breakfast is superb with a great view and afternoon tea for light refreshments a nice touch. Smaller rooftop pool and bar were never crowded and well kept. Theres also a decent gym in the basement. Rooms are large with all the amenities. Highly recommend."

Au Lac Charner Hotel

8/10 Good

"The location is great. Walkable to many places. Staffs were helpful. I want to list out these employees that were very helpful and very nice. However, Expedia doesn't allow name listed. From the young lady at the breakfast room, who was very nice and always wanted to help ensuring that we had a great comfortable stay. She went the extra mile to address any issues we had. the clean lady did a great job of cleaning and helping us. All the belt men were very courteous and helpful. I mainly have issues with the hotel facilities. The shower door had space between the tub resulted in a lot of water leaking after shower. The room I booked were Vanity Twin rooms and supposedly have city view. However, I could only viewed the broken, dirty roofs from the next door building on the second floor. On top, if you have a group or family that want to stay in the same floor, I was told that they only have that 1 room type per floor. Therefore, especially when you have a family, you have to use the elevator running back and forth."

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Our top choices for Downtown Ho Chi Minh City hotels

1. Caravelle Saigon

2. Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel

3. Liberty Central Saigon Citypoint

4. GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon

5. M Hotel Saigon

6. La Siesta Premium Saigon

7. Rex Hotel

8. Palace Hotel Saigon

9. Bon Ami Boutique Hotel

10. Fusion Original Saigon Centre

11. Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon

12. The Hammock Hotel Ben Thanh

13. Liberty Central Saigon Riverside

14. Silverland Yen Hotel

15. The Reverie Saigon - The Leading Hotels of the World

16. Hato Saigon Boutique Hotel & Rooftop

17. Hotel Grand Saigon

18. Hotel Continental Saigon

19. The Rice Hotel 121 Bui Vien

20. New World Saigon Hotel

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Where to stay in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Vung Tau

Ben Thanh

Dong Khoi

Little Japan

Nguyen Hue Walking Street

Top Downtown Ho Chi Minh City Hotel Reviews

Caravelle Saigon

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