The 5 Best Luxury Hotels in Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam's vibrant Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), still often called Saigon, is an electric destination, a thriving metropolis bursting with energy. Among the luxury hotels in Ho Chi Minh City, below 5 are the top hotels.

Park Hyatt Saigon
2 Lam Son Square, District 1 Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon),  Vietnam 

Situated at Lam Son Square in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) centre, the 5 star Park Hyatt Saigon is walking distance from the elegant Opera House, Notre Dame Cathedral, Reunification Palace, Ben Thanh Market, and other Saigon main tourist attractions. The hotel is also very near the business district in Ho Chi Minh City and will also appeal to business travelers. The hotel has an Italian Restaurant, a Vietnamese Restaurant and also houses 2 Lam Son martini bar, one of the Saigon's top nightlife destinations. Hyatt’s 244 rooms & suites redefine urban luxury, blending sophisticated design and décor with the latest modern comforts as the leading Ho Chi Minh hotel. Honoured by Business Traveller Asia Pacific as the Best Business Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, Park Hyatt Saigon is a prestigious destination for corporate conventions and weddings.

Hotel Sofitel Plaza Saigon
17 Lê Duẩn, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Sofitel Saigon Plaza is located on peaceful tree-lined Le Duan Boulevard just a moment from the citys commercial centre with its fabulous shopping dining and landmark attractions like Notre Dame Cathedral and Reunification Palace. Newly renovated rooms and suites offer guests contemporary 5-star hotel style with a blend of modern French design and Vietnamese influences. Each room features spacious elegance while the Imperial Suite is the largest in Saigon. Situated in the business district and offering a full range of expert services the hotel is ideal for business as well as leisure travellers to Ho Chi Minh. Its fabulous conference facilities make it a preferred host for magnifique weddings and events.

Hotel Sofitel Plaza Saigon

Hotel Nikko Saigon
235 Nguyen Van Cu Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Hotel Nikko Saigon is a five star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and offers business and leisure travelers relaxation in attractive hotel accommodations, cuisine that will please even the most demanding gourmet, and staff that gives top priority to ensure that guests enjoy a relaxing stay. Hotel Nikko Saigon has 334 rooms, suites and 53 apartments in 23-storey building. With an average room size of 40sqm, the main guestrooms are among the most spacious rooms in Ho Chi Minh City. Earth tone color theme with minimalist design is characteristics of Japanese, relaxing and brand new rooms promise all guests a comfortable and pleasant stay.

Caravelle Hotel
19-23 Lam Son Square, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Caravelle Hotel is one of Ho Chi Minh City’s leading international 5-star hotel – in the Heart of Saigon and in the centre of the business, shopping and entertainment district, 8 km from Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Caravelle Hotel has 335 superbly appointed rooms, suites, exclusive Signature Floors, Signature Lounge, non-smoking floors, specially equipped room for the disabled. Amenities include satellite television channel, facsimile, mini-bar, tea and coffee-makers, coffee and espresso machine and in-room safe. Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet in-room & throughout the hotel.

Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon is on Saigon's riverside.

Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon
8-15 Ton Duc Thang Street, District 1  Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam 

Located in the heart of Saigon's business district, the Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon offers first-class amenities and hospitality. Choose a deluxe room or suite with large desk and ample lighting, luxurious bedding, in-room coffee and tea service, high-speed Internet, safe and well-stocked mini-bar. After a day of meetings or sightseeing, relax at our poolside terrace or enjoy a leisurely dinner at Kabin, known as one of the finest Chinese restaurants in the city. Free wifi offered at Atrium Lounge. Take a dip in our rooftop pool and visit our Health Club for an invigorating workout. When planning a conference or social event, our upscale business hotel in Saigon features event planning and culinary delights to make every event unforgettable. Whether your travels to Ho Chi Minh City are for business or leisure, you'll find ultimate luxury at the Renaissance.

New Year deals to Vietnam’s Tet Festival

Vietnamese New Year, more commonly known by its shortened name Tết, is by far the most important celebration in the Vietnamese year. Tet is a national holiday that marks the arrival of spring, traditionally seen as a time of renewal and preparation for the year ahead. Although there are many general customs and traditions that everyone follows, an interesting aspect of the holiday is that it is celebrated differently in various regions throughout the country. Some regions celebrate longer, some observe customs that others do not, while others prefer certain types of food not eaten elsewhere.

But no matter where in Vietnam one ends up, Tet is a time of high spirits and active communities. Temples and houses are decorated with trees, flowers, and calligraphy, many to welcome those that have sometimes traveled great distances to see their families.

Generally speaking, Tet celebrations start ramping up a few weeks before the holiday, as people run around shopping, cooking, cleaning, and taking care of errands so they can enjoy the holiday stress-free. The night before the first day – February 9th this year – streets and courtyards around the country will be full of furnaces and fires of all sizes where celebrants will burn paper money and other objects as a symbolic offering to their ancestors. February 10 will see many people visiting relatives on their father’s side, and February 11 is time to visit relatives on their mother’s side. The final day, February 12, is reserved for visits to teachers, who are held in high regard in Asian cultures.

There are plenty of other customs and traditions that one can see during Tet – offerings of fruit and plants are made on family altars, gifts of all kinds are given to friends and neighbors, special snacks and meals are prepared, and money is given to children. There are also plenty of things one should not do, such as clean house (as it represents sweeping away good luck), eat duck or shrimp, say or do negative things, or refuse any gifts offered. Be careful!

Visiting Vietnam during Tet is an amazing experience in a distinctive country. The hotel deals below allow travelers to participate in the celebrations in some of Vietnam’s most notable, colorful, noisy and enjoyable Tet destinations. And remember: Chúc mừng năm mới! (Happy New Year!)

Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City)
Majestic Hotel Saigon 5*
Enjoy 59% off your stay. Expires December 31, 2013.

Saigon Tan Son Nhat Hotel 5*
Enjoy 52% off your stay. Expires February 28, 2013.

Royal Lotus Hotel Saigon 4*
Enjoy 50% off your stay. Expires March 17, 2013.

Da Nang

Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa 5*
Enjoy 33% off your stay. Expires February 28, 2013.

Star Hotel Danang 3*
Enjoy 50% off your stay. Expires February 28, 2013.

Hoi An

Hoi An Marina Resort & Spa 4*
Enjoy 45% off your stay. Expires March 31, 2013.

Hoi An Garden Villas 3*
Enjoy 20% off your stay. Expires April 30, 2013.

Hanoi

Ngoc Diep Asia Hotel 1.5*
Enjoy 15% off your stay. Expires February 15, 2013.

Senses Hotel 3*
Enjoy 50% off your hotel. Expires April 30, 2013.

Hotel in Saigon - Majestic Hotel Saigon

Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City? Since I visit this city a lot, many ask me this question. I think I can recommend more than one place depending on your budget but if you can extend it a little bit you should definitely try Majestic Hotel Saigon on the Riverside. I have stayed  in this 5-star hotel in one of my business trips to Ho Chi Minh City, The hotel is one of the most popular 5 star hotel in Saigon and is housed in a large and beautiful French colonial era building constructed in 1925. It is in the city center on the riverside so many attractions of Saigon are within walking distance. The 7 km taxi ride from airport to the hotel costed around 160,000 Vietnam Dong which is less than 8 USD.

Before we have rushed to our meeting, we had a chance to have breakfast on the hotel's roof which has a very nice view of Saigon river. In the evening, the rooftop bar, M. Bar (Majestic Bar) on the 8th floor  is worth a visit and has I think the best view of Saigon River. But since the hotel is in the center, it is better to head to the Saigon night life instead of closing yourself into hotel facilities.

Majestic Hotel Saigon well deserves the "Magestic" in its name. The building is gorgeous both from outside and inside. And since it is built well before the tiny hotel room ages, it offers very nice and comfortable rooms which worth the money. The building went through many usages and owners and the hotel was the 1st Vietnamese managed Hotel to be promoted to 5 star on February 29th 2007. I have paid, sorry my company has paid, 160 USD per night for a five star night in this hotel's colonial superior rooms which worth the money.

Majestic Hotel Saigon is one of the most popular 5 star  hotel in Saigon.

The hotel has a very nice One half of the building offers a stunning view of the Saigon River, while the other half overlooks the swimming pool. There are eight food, drink, and entertainment establishments, offering everything from European and Asian cuisine to cocktails at a piano bar. Throughout its rich history, the hotel has been host to famous authors, heads of state, the Japanese Imperial Army, and espionage agents.

The hotels main feature which makes it ideal to stay is its location. Just walk out in the night and Saigon's beautiful nights are within the reach of your walk. And the staff is very helpful and always smiling people which makes the service quite well in the hotel. You can and should go out and discover the city and its fantastic Vietnamese Cuisine but Cyclo Restaurant on the ground floor offers traditional Vietnamese Cuisine with amazing Prices and serenade restaurant on 7th floor serving European Cuisine has the view.