Caravelle SaigonvsCatina Hotel
Both Caravelle Saigon and Catina Hotel are rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Caravelle Saigon scores significantly higher than Catina Hotel. Caravelle Saigon comes in at 91 with recommendations from 9 reviewers including Insight Guides, concierge.com and Fodor's.
Caravelle Saigon Show All Reviews
19 Lam Son Square, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
From $135/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"An extremely attractive, efficient, and well-appointed place." Full review
Concierge
"In the heart of Ho Chi Minh, the Caravelle is one of the best-value luxury hotels in the city."
Insight Guides
"The five-star Caravelle is one of the city’s most celebrated hotels. A glitzy 24-floor edifice, the original low-rise wing was famously home to foreign press corps during the American War."
Rough Guide
Star
"The city’s most prestigious hotel is steeped in history, and since its opening in 1959 its fortunes have echoed those of the country."
DK Eyewitness
"The soaring tower of the historic Caravelle Hotel dominates Lam Son Square, and the interior is just as impressive."
Oyster
Luxury
"The Caravelle is one of Ho Chi Minh’s most iconic hotels. It is known among locals and tourists for its historic rooftop bar." Full review
Star Service
"The Caravelle Hotel, set opposite the Saigon Opera House on Lam Son Square, is one of the leading luxury properties in Ho Chi Minh City." Full review
Afar Magazine
"This family-friendly Ho Chi Minh City hotel is located in the entertainment district, steps from Opera House, Saigon Tax Trade Center, and Ho Chi Minh City Hall Square." Full review
Fodor's
"When Saigon was the capital of South Vietnam in the 1960s, the Caravelle was filled with embassy staff and journalists." Full review
Jetsetter
"An iconic hotel in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, with charming French and Vietnamese architecture." Full review
Catina Hotel
109 Dong Khoi Street,, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
From $64/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
"This is a newish upmarket hotel right at the heart of Dong Khoi."
Frommer's
"Rates are a bit cheaper than the top 5-star hotels, but rooms are equipped with everything you might need, such as work desk, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and Wi-Fi." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This smart five-floor, 43-room boutique hotel at the heart of town is a good choice, with attractive discounts... consider opting for premium deluxe." Full review