Renaissance Riverside Hotel SaigonvsHotel Grand Saigon
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon ranks slightly higher than Grand Hotel Saigon. Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon comes in at #9 in Ho Chi Minh City with accolades from 7 sources such as Frommer's, Oyster and Afar Magazine.
Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon
8 - 15 Ton Duc Thang Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
From $78/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Managed by Marriott, the Renaissance Riverside is a convenient downtown address." Full review
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Be sure to ask for nonsmoking and ask to see it before checking in.
Rough Guide
"This smart hotel in a modern building down by the river offers a challenge to other top-line hotels in the vicinity with its immaculate rooms and personalized, friendly service."
Star Service
"This 21-story structure is situated at the intersection of Ton Duc Thang Street and Hai Ba Trung Boulevard, with some of the best views over the Saigon River in the entire city." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A towering riverside skyscraper with smart rooms and slick service. The cinematic river views are worth the extra dollars." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"This massive, upscale hotel sits in a central location on the banks of the Saigon River, with 336 rooms and suites spread over 21 floors." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Elegant 21-story Hotel situated in the business district, overlooking Saigon River." Full review
Fodor's
"Part of the Marriott group, the Renaissance Riverside offers comfortable elegance in a central location and its relaxing pool area, on the 21st floor, has panoramic views of the city." Full review
Hotel Grand Saigon
8 Dong Khoi St Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
From $75/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The notable amenities, of many here, are the quiet sitting areas and bar, and the central courtyard's small but peaceful pool area, which offers a unique escape from busy Ho Chi Minh City." Full review
Lonely Planet
"With the Majestic and the Continental, the Grand Hotel is the third member of Saigon's classic old hotels club."
Travel + Leisure
"The historic Hotel Majestic dates back to 1925 and provides travelers with an elegant retreat amidst the hustle and bustle of downtown Vietnam." Full review
Rough Guide
"The large, comfortable suites in the old wing are charming with comfortable furnishings and polished wooden floors."
Oyster
Upscale
"With its beautiful colonial façade, classic European decor, and gleaming marble interior, the upscale Grand Hotel Saigon has a strong Old-World atmosphere." Full review
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Just make sure to book a room on a higher floor, as some rooms can get traffic noise.
Afar Magazine
"An ideal choice if you want prime location, classic architecture and generous helping of local flavor for your business trip, vacation and extended stay." Full review
Fodor's
"The rooms are light and airy, with wooden floorboards giving them some old worlde charm and the higher floors have lovely views of the river." Full review