Guide to Saigon & Hotels Vietnam’s largest city, Saigon (also called Ho Chi Minh City), is fast catching up with Asia’s other cities in terms of development, yet it still retails a French colonial flavour and a timeless quality. Alongside its colonial buildings and bustling street markets you’ll find sleek new bars, pavement cafés and some of the most delicious food in Asia with a good choice of restaurants.

Travel Saigon is served by scheduled services from most Asian cities, with onwards connections from London. There are no direct flights from the UK. The airport is 4 miles north of the city, a 20-minute drive. We can arrange for you to be met on arrival and transferred privately to your hotel. From £8 per person. Attractions Visit the Reunification Palace; a symbol of the war and scene of the fall of Saigon in 1975. The French-style Central Post Office is interesting as it has changed very little over the decades. See the Notre Dame Cathedral, very much a landmark in Saigon. A cyclo ride through the streets at night is an experience, and a drink from a rooftop bar overlooking the Saigon River is recommended. Further afield consider a cruise in the Mekong and a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, used during the war by the Vietcong. When to go The driest period of the year for Saigon tends to be December through to March. The rainy season is usually May to October and tropical storms do occur. Saigon is hot and humid all year round with an average temperature of between 31°C and 35°C CONTACT US »

Saigon Hotels

Park Hyatt The luxurious Park Hyatt Saigon is one of the finest hotels in the city, located right in the heart of this bustling metropolis on Larn Son Square. Overlooking the elegant Opera House this nine-storey hotel is within walking distance to the cultural and historical sites of Saigon. The spacious, colonial style rooms offer either a city or stunning pool view. Facilities include a 20-metre outdoor pool set in pretty gardens, a spa, fitness centre, bar and a restaurant. Live Jazz in the lounge most evenings. Offer: Receive a 5% discount when staying 5 nights, year round. Prices from £173 per person per night, including breakfast daily. CONTACT US »	Caravelle Hotel The Caravelle has been at the centre of Saigon society since the hotel was opened in 1959. In 1998, an elegant 24-storey tower was built as a complement to the original 10-storey building. With commanding views of the city and an enviable location opposite the Opera House, this landmark hotel is at the heart of the city. 335 rooms with city or river views. Facilities include an outdoor pool, fitness centre, Jacuzzi, spa and wide range of bars and restaurants. Offer: Receive a 5% discount for stays of 5 nights or more. Year round. Prices from £74 per person per night, including breakfast daily. CONTACT US »	Renaissance Riverside Hotel The Renaissance Riverside Hotel offers a superb central location with panoramic views of the Saigon River together with easy access to museums, galleries and shops, and famous landmarks such as the Opera House, Reunification Palace and the Notre Dame Cathedral. The 319 modern guest rooms offer a choice of city or river views. Enjoy a swim in the impressive rooftop swimming pool. Other hotel facilities include a poolside bar, gym, spa, coffee shop, a riverside cafe and a restaurant. Offer: Receive a 5% discount when staying 5 nights or more, year round. Prices from £68 per person per night, including breakfast daily. CONTACT US »
Liberty Central Hotel A new hotel located right in the heart of Saigon's vibrant city, close to Ben Thanh market and a short stroll from shopping arcades, entertainment and famous landmarks such as the City Opera House, Central Post Office, Cathedral, Unification Palace and the Walk (Dong Khoi street). This modern hotel has 139 rooms which offer superb views of Saigon. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, coffee lounge, fitness centre, outdoor swimming pool and pool bar and massage parlour. Offer: Receive a 5% discount for stays of 5 nights or more. Year round. Prices from £38 per person per night, including breakfast daily. CONTACT US »