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Hotel Continental SaigonvsLe Meridien Saigon
Hotel Continental Saigon and Le Meridien Saigon are both recommended by expert writers. On balance, Hotel Continental Saigon ranks significantly better than Le Meridien Saigon. Hotel Continental Saigon comes in at 84 with endorsements from 9 reviews like Concierge, Lonely Planet and Rough Guide.
Hotel Continental Saigon
Concierge
Insight Guides
Rough Guide
DK Eyewitness
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Oyster
Afar Magazine
Fodor's Frommer's
132-134 Dong Khoi Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
From $77/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Concierge "Famed-but-faded gem... However, there are mitigating factors: a central location... a helpful front desk—and a history that begs for a private-sector makeover."
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Request third-floor deluxe rooms overlooking the Municipal Theater, which have terrific views from the narrow, New Orleansstyle wrought iron balconies.
Insight Guides "The antithesis of Ho Chi Minh City’s slick and modern downtown hotels, the charming, historic Continental has a to-die-for location."
Rough Guide "The grandly carpeted staircases, marbled floors and dark-wood doors of this venerable address’s halls and corridors convey a colonial splendour that doesn’t quite extend to its rooms."
DK Eyewitness "One of the most atmospheric hotels in Vietnam, the Continental Hotel is a sight in its own right, featuring classic French-colonial architecture, with arched windows and terraces."
Frommer's "If you want to stay here, you are most likely paying homage to the historical significance of the hotel." Full review
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Request to stay in room no. 210, the corner suite where Greene resided for almost 2 years.
Lonely Planet "A classic Saigon landmark, the Continental provided the backdrop for much of the action in Graham Greene’s novel The Quiet American." Full review
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"Housed in a gorgeous colonial building, the Continental oozes history and Old-World charm." Full review
Afar Magazine "Hotel Continental Saigon is conveniently located in central Ho Chi Minh City, a short walk from the main attractions." Full review
Fodor's "The unique outdoor courtyard garden and dining area dates from the late 19th century—a delightful place to relax with a drink beneath frangipani trees." Full review
Frommer's "If you're looking for a taste of historic Saigon, this is an ideal spot, as its faded grandeur fits the part perfectly...it's much cheaper than other central hotels" Full review
Le Meridien Saigon Afar Magazine Oyster
The Telegraph Fodor's Lonely Planet
3C Ton Duc Thang Street | District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
From $118/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Afar Magazine "Parkson is 600 metres from Le Meridien Saigon and Vincom Center B respectively." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"Le Meridien Saigon is a four-and-a-half-pearl hotel with a great riverfront location in the heart of the city." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Le Méridien is a comfortable, design-minded hotel for discerning travellers." Full review
Fodor's "Le Méridien has been wowing guests with its superior service, excellent club lounge facilities on the 22nd floor, ninth-floor pool deck, and comfortable rooms. " Full review
Lonely Planet "Stellar facilities include a pool, spa, and five different bars, cafes and restaurants. Location-wise, many rooms have excellent river views." Full review
