Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City — pick the right hotel, book in 3 clicks
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is Vietnam's most vibrant and modern metropolis — skyscrapers beside French colonial buildings, the Notre-Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office, Ben Thanh Market, the backpacker hub of Pham Ngu Lao, and a gateway to the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta.
Why stay in Ho Chi Minh City
Colonial heritage
Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office, and the old French-era opera house
Shopping and markets
Ben Thanh Market, modern malls, and Vietnamese souvenirs
Lively Pham Ngu Lao
The backpacker district, with bars, restaurants and nightlife
History trips
The Cu Chi Tunnels and the War Remnants Museum, plus the Mekong Delta
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Local dishes to try in Ho Chi Minh City
- 1🍜
Pho & southern noodles
Southern-style pho, sweeter than the north, and a range of other noodle dishes
📍 Citywide - 2🥖
Banh mi
A packed Vietnamese sandwich, with famous shops all over town
📍 Citywide - 3☕
Vietnamese coffee
Condensed-milk coffee and coconut coffee, in a buzzing cafe culture
📍 Citywide - 4🍲
Hu tieu & southern fare
Bold southern Vietnamese cooking, with street food on every corner
📍 Citywide
- 1⛪
Notre-Dame Saigon
A red-brick French-era cathedral, paired with the classically beautiful Central Post Office
📍 District 1 - 2🛍️
Ben Thanh Market
The iconic market for food, gifts and souvenirs
📍 District 1 - 3🏛️
War Remnants Museum
A museum chronicling the Vietnam War with an intense, powerful display
📍 District 3 - 4🕳️
Cu Chi Tunnels
A network of underground wartime tunnels — a half-day trip from the city
📍 Out of town - 5🏙️
Bitexco Tower
A skyscraper with a viewpoint over the city and the Saigon River
📍 District 1
Things to do in Ho Chi Minh City
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3 Ho Chi Minh City hotels our team picked for you
Selected from real reviews — one per budget tier, each with a score and instant 3-site price comparison
★ 9.3Upper-midSilverland Yen Hotel
#3 4-star boutique · highest score on the list
★ 9.2LuxuryNew World Saigon Hotel
#1 luxury 5-star · landmark in central District 1
★ 9.0LuxuryHotel Nikko Saigon
#6 luxury 5-star · Japanese-run Okura Nikko tower
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Alagon D'antique Hotel & Spa
#4 boutique hotel · central District 1 with a rooftop pool
Chotel Pham Ngu Lao
#1 Boutique 2022 · Rooftop bar · 3 min to Bui Vien
AP Home Saigon
#9 apartment-hotel · 2023 build near SGN airport
Paradise Saigon Boutique Hotel & Spa
#8 4-star boutique · Non-smoking with a rooftop pool
Saigon Smile Hostel
#2 hostel · free breakfast · open since 2010
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🚆 Getting around Ho Chi Minh City
Grab Bike/Car
The easiest way to get around — the streets are full of motorbikes, and Grab is safer than driving yourself
Metro (new line)
The first metro line is partly open and links through the city center
Cu Chi / Mekong tours
Tour buses leave the city for the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta
Tan Son Nhat Airport
Close to the city — reach District 1 by Grab or taxi in about 30 minutes
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Da NangA modern beach city — My Khe Beach, the Dragon Bridge, Ba Na Hills' Golden Bridge, and the gateway to Hoi An and Hue
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Hoi AnA World Heritage old town on the river — colorful lanterns, tailor shops, and a romantic night market
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Ha Long BayA World Heritage site of thousands of limestone islands — overnight cruises, caves, and emerald seas
See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City
How many days do I need in Ho Chi Minh City?+
2–3 days for the city, museums and markets, plus a day trip to the Cu Chi Tunnels or the Mekong Delta.
Which area should I stay in Ho Chi Minh City?+
District 1 in the city center is the most convenient, while Pham Ngu Lao suits backpackers and nightlife seekers and offers good value.
How do I cross the street in Ho Chi Minh City?+
There are tons of motorbikes — walk slowly and steadily, don't stop suddenly, and the traffic will flow around you.
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