Caravelle SaigonvsMa Maison Boutique Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Caravelle Saigon scores significantly higher than Ma Maison Boutique Hotel. Caravelle Saigon ranks #2 in Ho Chi Minh City with accolades from 12 reviews such as Jetsetter, Insight Guides and Star Service.
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
Ma Maison Boutique Hotel
656/52 Cach Mang Thang Tam Street, Ward 11, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City 0084, Vietnam
From $52/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"A small family-run boutique hotel outside the city center, Ma Maison is an affordable alternative to the city's international properties and a comfortable retreat from downtown that's ideal for solo travelers or couples." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Ma Maison is an elegant boutique guesthouse in a 'real' Saigon neighbourhood." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Down a peaceful lane off a busy arterial route, friendly Ma Maison is halfway between the airport and the city centre, and partly in the French countryside, decor-wise." Full review