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Rex HotelvsCaravelle Saigon
Both properties are recommended by expert writers. Overall, Caravelle Saigon is preferred by most writers compared to Rex Hotel. Caravelle Saigon comes in at 90 with endorsements from 12 reviews including Afar Magazine, Fodor's and DK Eyewitness.
Rex Hotel
Frommer's
Concierge
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
Star Service
DK Eyewitness
Afar Magazine
Oyster
Fodor's
141 Nguyen Hue Blvd, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
From $100/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The hotel is in a great downtown location, across from a square that has a lively carnival atmosphere at night." Full review
Concierge "The best of Saigontourist's holdings, this business traveler's favorite offers solid, albeit small, rooms with less kitsch than the Majestic."
Lonely Planet "The Rex has recently had an overhaul, propelling it into the five-star bracket, although this may be in part down to generosity towards the government owners Saigon Tourist." Full review
Rough Guide "A recent makeover has re-established the Rex as one of the most appealing options in Ho Chi Minh City, with plush, comfortable rooms and an excellent central location."
Star Service "One of Ho Chi Minh City's best-known hotels, the venerable Rex Hotel, set on the corner of Nguyen Hue and Le Loi Boulevards, is a rambling affair dating back to the 1960s." Full review
DK Eyewitness "One of the city's major landmarks, Rex Hotel appears to be lost in time in terms of style and decor. The rooms are not very large, but the standard of service is high."
Afar Magazine "The crowd is a mix of local and international; surprisingly casual and unpretentious." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"The Rex Hotel is one of Ho Chi Minh City's landmark hotels, known for its iconic Rooftop Garden restaurant, with scenic city views." Full review
Fodor's "An upscale and slightly kitsch state-run hotel that has a uniquely quirky charm." Full review
Caravelle Saigon Frommer's Concierge
Insight Guides Rough Guide DK Eyewitness Oyster Star Service Afar Magazine Fodor's
Jetsetter 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
