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

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City is a metropolitan neighbourhood 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 neighbourhood.

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

Based on our traveller data, The Reverie Saigon - The Leading Hotels of the World is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Dong Khoi Street, and it offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Rex Hotel and GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon .

How many hotels are there 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 722 Downtown Ho Chi Minh City hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City.

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

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 neighbourhood, 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.

Top 10 Downtown Ho Chi Minh City Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Downtown Ho Chi Minh City hotels

A swimming pool with a bar area, surrounded by potted plants and a thatched-roof structure.

1. Caravelle Saigon

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Kathleen

RM683 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of the cityscape. There are several seating areas and a reception desk with two staff members.

2. Sedona Suites Ho Chi Minh City

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Troy

RM767 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a city skyline in the background.

3. Hotel Grand Saigon

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Amit

RM542 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a cityscape at sunset.

4. GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Timothy

RM448 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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

5. Fusion Original Saigon Centre

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Huong

RM674 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A pool area with a waterfall feature, surrounded by red architecture and greenery.

6. Me Saigon Boutique Hotel

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Brittany

RM340 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

7. Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

yim yuki

RM786 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern lobby with a central heated pool, seating areas, and a reception desk.

8. Liberty Central Saigon Citypoint

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Angelene Villanueva

RM369 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings and a clear sky.

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

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Daniel

RM995 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

10. La Siesta Premium Saigon

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

yolla

RM391 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

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

Lawrence

RM629 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

The exterior of the New World Saigon Hotel with a modern design, featuring a curved facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance sign.

12. New World Saigon Hotel

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Caroline

RM685 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A multi-level hotel atrium with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.

13. Rex Hotel

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

See Hiong

RM529 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the street.

14. Liberty Central Saigon Riverside

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Kutay

RM325 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

15. Silverland Yen Hotel

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Jacob

RM385 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

16. Liberty Central Saigon Centre

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

JEN

RM226 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A seafood display with various types of seafood including mussels, oysters, and shrimp, along with several condiments and utensils.

17. Saigon Prince Hotel

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Manh

RM324 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A buffet area with multiple food stations, hanging lanterns, and decorative plants.

18. Palace Hotel Saigon

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Minh

RM291 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A spacious room with a large open area, a bar with stools, and a view through a glass partition.

19. Park Hyatt Saigon

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Shahram

RM1,118 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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

20. Bon Ami Hotel - Thiên Xuân

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

RYAN RAFAEL

RM169 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Property	Property class	Guest rating
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 617 reviews	View
Rêve Ho Chi Minh City Vignette Collection by IHG	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Savvy by M Village Hai Ba Trung, a brand of Modern Village Lifestyle	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
M Village Hotel Nguyễn Du, a brand of Modern Village Lifestyle	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 12 reviews	View
Silverland Ben Thanh	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 403 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

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

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Thu Dau Mot

While there might not be top attractions in Thu Dau Mot, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Twin Doves Golf Club and Harmonie Golf Park.

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Dong Khoi

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

Take time in Little Japan to visit attractions like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Opera House Station to see more of the city.

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Tan Binh

Cafes and shopping are some things travellers note about Tan Binh. Check out Pico Plaza or AEON MALL Tan Phu Celadon while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

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