MGallery · PremiumH
Hotel des Arts Saigon - MGallery Collection
Ho Chi Minh City · District 3
A 168-room Art Deco-inspired boutique hotel in District 3, with a rooftop infinity pool offering a 270-degree city view and a Sky Lounge for elite members.
Novotel · Premium
Novotel Saigon Centre
District 1
80
Guest sentiment
A 247-room hotel on Hai Ba Trung Street in downtown District 1, walking distance to major sights, with a rooftop bar overlooking the city.
Last updated August 8, 2026
Novotel Saigon Centre sits on Hai Ba Trung Street in downtown District 1, within walking distance of many of Ho Chi Minh City's main sights. The 247 contemporary rooms offer city views, and the rooftop bar, pool, and gym give guests a place to unwind above the city's traffic and heat. Guests consistently praise the central, walkable location, friendly and professional staff, and a large breakfast selection spanning Western and Eastern dishes, making it a popular mid-range pick for both business and leisure travelers.
How guests rate it
- Location90
- Service86
- Rooms76
- Food & breakfast84
- Value78
| Address | 167 Hai Ba Trung Street, Xuan Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Brand Sub Brand | Novotel |
| Neighborhood | District 1 |
What ALL – Accor Live Limitless status gets you here
- Complimentary breakfast or lounge access for ALL Diamond members at participating hotels, per ALL - Accor Live Limitless program terms
- Room upgrades for Platinum and Diamond members, subject to availability
- Late check-out until 4pm for Diamond members, subject to availability
Pros
- Downtown District 1 location on Hai Ba Trung Street, walking distance to major sights
- 247 contemporary rooms with city views
- Rooftop bar, pool, and gym above the city's traffic and heat
- Staff consistently described as friendly and professional
- Large breakfast selection spanning Western and Eastern dishes
Cons
- As a mid-range business hotel, the design leans functional rather than boutique or design-led
- Rooms facing busy streets can pick up some traffic noise
The research view
What the research keeps finding
Themes that came up again and again across independent reviews — not a single opinion, but the patterns that repeat.
Consistently praised
- The central, walkable District 1 location is consistently praised
- The rooftop bar and pool with city views draw repeated, positive mentions
- Breakfast variety and staff friendliness are recurring highlights
Worth knowing before you book
- Some street-facing rooms pick up traffic noise typical of downtown Ho Chi Minh City
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Video reviews
Where to stay in Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City, Novotel Saigon Center, Should you stay here?
FOOD AND TRAVEL - THE ROCKIT EXPERIENCE · Dec 2023
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Frequently asked questions
Is Novotel Saigon Centre in a good location?
Yes -- it's on Hai Ba Trung Street in downtown District 1, within walking distance of many of Ho Chi Minh City's main sights, making it a convenient base without needing a taxi for most central attractions.
Does Novotel Saigon Centre have a rooftop pool?
Yes -- the rooftop area includes a bar, pool, and gym with views over the city, giving guests a place to unwind above Ho Chi Minh City's street-level traffic and heat.
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