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Prostyle Hotel Ho Chi Minh

26 Thi Sach st, Ben Nghe ward, Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City

4.3/5Excellent! (82 reviews)

Cute hotel

"The lobby was amazing, it was very beautiful, I can tell before is a very old hotel, and they did some remodeling to the hotel, I think is a very nice and reasonable price for the room. recommend to everyone who wants to stay in Saigon."…"

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2020

Hotel Nikko Saigon

235 Nguyen Van Cu Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

4.6/5Exceptional! (999 reviews)

"Professional!! The staffs were nicely, smiling faces and good manner."…"

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2020

Park View Saigon Hotel

98R -100 Le Lai street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

4.1/5Very Good! (78 reviews)

great for budget travelers

"ok hotel. great location with good food court across the road and very busy night life only 100mtr walk. and very easy walk into city centre and main attractions"…"

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2020

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What Is a Hostel?

If you're in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Ho Chi Minh City, one of the 131 hostels here could be a great choice for you. No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature the following:

Shared rooms (though many have private options too)
Budget prices
A social setting

Hostels are a great way to stay in Ho Chi Minh City for a good value, so you can save your money for going out. You can check out cultural highlights like the museums in this destination, or enjoy the local tours and other activities.

Hostels in Ho Chi Minh City

Ready to book a hostel in town? These options have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start:

WillHome Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and a rooftop terrace. Rooms come with showers and lockers.

New Saigon Hostel - Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. You'll find showers and free toiletries in all rooms.

Phan Anh Backpackers Hostel - You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find showers, free toiletries, and desks in all rooms.

Town House 23 Saigon Hotel - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance. You'll find towels, lockers, and desks in all rooms.

9 Hostel and Bar - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as tour/ticket assistance. You'll find showers and lockers in all rooms.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Ho Chi Minh City?

The weather can be a big factor when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful:

The hottest months are typically April and March, while January and December are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 94° F and nighttime temperatures average 70° F
April-June: 95° F is the daytime average and 75° F is the nighttime average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 89° F and nighttime averages are around 74° F
October-December: The average temperatures are 88° F during the day and 71° F at night
Average rainfall is 0 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Ho Chi Minh City?

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate these places:

Natural Features

Saigon River
Riverside
30-4 Park

Cultural Attractions

Opera House
Museum of Ho Chi Minh City
Ton Duc Thang Museum

Landmarks

Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
Independence Palace
Temple of Mariamman

Overall, Ho Chi Minh City is known for its:

Shopping
Cafés
Flowers
Restaurants
Museums
Temples
Tours
Bars

How to Get to Ho Chi Minh City and Around the Area

You can search for flights to the nearest airport in Ho Chi Minh City (SGN-Tan Son Nhat Intl.), located 3.8 mi (6.1 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Vung Tau (VTG), situated 38.5 mi (61.9 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transit during your trip. If you're hoping to explore more of the surrounding area, head over to Saigon Railway Station to catch a train.

Frequently asked questions

By going with a hostel you can reduce your spending on lodging and save more of your budget for sightseeing during your stay. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the flowers create an appealing natural setting.

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices, and a social atmosphere.

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our travelers and could be a good place to start looking: SPOT ON 676 Jimmy House - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Pham Ngu Lao Backpacker Area and Bui Vien Walking Street. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free toiletries. Home4all - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and multilingual staff. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free toiletries. Dakao House - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Vietnam National Museum of History and Saigon River. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free toiletries. SPOT ON 748 Amber Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Pham Ngu Lao Backpacker Area and Bui Vien Walking Street. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as laundry facilities. You’ll find showers and free toiletries in all rooms. Justay Bui Vien - Located within a 5-minute walk of Pham Ngu Lao Backpacker Area and Bui Vien Walking Street. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers.

If you’re in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Ho Chi Minh City, one of Expedia’s 172 hostels could be a great option for you.

Good weather’s always better when you’re discovering new places, so here’s some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually April and March with an average temp of 83°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Ho Chi Minh City are September, June, July, and August, with each month seeing an average of 12 inches of rainfall.

Overall, Ho Chi Minh City is known for its cafés, flowers, and restaurants. Major attractions include Saigon Square, Ben Thanh Market, and Pham Ngu Lao Backpacker Area. Get out into nature with places like Saigon River, Tao Dan Park, and Vinhomes Central Park. Cultural attractions include Opera House, Museum of Ho Chi Minh City, and Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Ho Chi Minh City in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN), 3.8 mi (6.1 km) away. An alternative is Vung Tau (VTG), which is 38.5 mi (61.9 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. If you’re eager to see more of the area, make your way to Saigon Railway Station to catch a train.

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