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Hotel Continental SaigonvsLiberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel
Both properties are praised by writers. Overall, Hotel Continental Saigon ranks slightly better than Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel. Hotel Continental Saigon scores 84 with recommendations from 9 publications including Afar Magazine, Oyster and Concierge.
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
Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel Frommer's Oyster Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
17 Ton Duc Thang Street, Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City 7000, Vietnam
From $39/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Wedged into an old colonial storefront area between the hulking Renaissance Riverside and the wedding-cake Majestic, the Riverside is a standard budget stop." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"This modern city hotel offers an upscale stay in a central riverside location within walking distance of major attractions and corporate offices." Full review
Afar Magazine "Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel places you in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, within steps of Bach Dang Wharf and a short 10-minute stroll of Ton Duc Thang Museum and Saigon Skydeck." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"This tall tower with spacious, modern and business-like rooms couldn’t be better situated." Full review
