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Hotel Indigo Saigon the City by IHG
A District 1 base combining Ba Son shipyard heritage with a rooftop pool and skyline views.
Exceptional · Solid coverage · read from 23 sources · 122 traveler insights
98
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Hotel Indigo Saigon the City sits on the edge of District 1, weaving Ba Son history into its design with vintage photographs and local artwork. Guests enjoy the comfortable beds, posh bathrooms, and a rooftop pool overlooking the city skyline. However, complaints point to steep rates by local standards, street traffic noise on lower floors, and an inconvenient elevator transfer on the seventh floor. 1916
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What travelers noticed
- The rooftop area earns consistent praise for its pool, gym, and 270 degree views across the city skyline. 16
- Bedrooms provide comfortable beds with soft pillows and large windows that let in ample daytime light. drawn from the full read
- Bathrooms stand out for their black and white tiles, lighted round mirrors, double sinks, and strong shower pressure. 16
- The dining options impress with a remarkable breakfast buffet and the Shipyard Ritual multi-course menu referencing local history. 4
The catch
- Some travelers consider the hotel reasonably priced for District 1, while others feel rates over $200 are expensive by Vietnam standards. 1
- Service impressions vary between guests praising the friendly, professional staff and those finding the team rough around the edges. 17
- Street noise can disturb lower-floor rooms during rush hour, whereas other guests find the rooms quiet. drawn from the full read
Who it's for
- — District 1 sightseers wanting rooftop pool views
- — Design fans interested in Ba Son shipyard history
- — Guests prioritizing comfortable beds and stylish bathrooms
Skip it if
- — Budget travelers sensitive to higher room rates in Vietnam
- — Light sleepers booking rooms on lower floors
- — Guests annoyed by transferring elevators on the seventh floor
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“All right, so here we are at the pool level. Wow, nice view up here, huh?”
youtube.com1:58“As far as this review of the Hotel Indigo, it is expensive by Vietnam standards. Over $200 every single night, at least…”
youtube.com5:31“November is considered more mild weather as far as the Indigo goes. Comfortable bed, nice room.”
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Score breakdown
How the 98/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
99read from 1 source · Solid coverage
Food
92read from 8 sources · Solid coverage
- “Breakfast this morning at Hotel Indigo downtown Los Angeles 10/10” 5
- “Crucially, breakfast was exceptional too. There was a huge spread to choose from, including western classics like sausages, bacon, hash browns, pancakes, croissants and waffles, nutritious choices like yoghurt, smoothies, nuts, seeds and fruit, eggs made to order, and lots of tasty delicacies from around the world, including tons of different types of dumplings.” 20
Location
98read from 1 source · Solid coverage
- “Should I take US dollars or EUR? Just stayed at the Mai House - outstanding location imho, great breakfast and I really enjoyed their indochina interior!” 11
- “Hotel Indigo in the Gaslamp District in San Diego is amazing with a view of padres stadium as well as being smack dab in the middle of the best neighborhood in one of my favorite cities.” 5
Noise
87read from 2 sources · Light coverage
Room
98read from 1 source · Solid coverage
Service
99read from 1 source · Solid coverage
- “The staff in the club lounge was exceptionally friendly and helpful, never have I seen such genuinely friendly service.” 18
- “The staff that works at the InterContinental is truly outstanding, we must say. They are always friendly and smiling, and always go out of their way to help you and make you feel comfortable.” 18
Bed & Sleep
97read from 1 source · Solid coverage
Value
96read from 1 source · Solid coverage
- “Just stayed at the Mai House - outstanding location imho, great breakfast and I really enjoyed their indochina interior! Overall outstanding cost-benefit ratio, would recommend” 11
- “You could try Fusion Suites or La Vela Saigon, both located in District 3. Good value for money, but you'll have to navigate with taxis or Grab cars if you want to get to the city center - that should take 15 minutes max.” 17
Where it is, how to reach it
9 - 11 Ly Tu Trong Street Saigon Ward
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
700000 Asia
Details checked 2026-08-26
Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
Punches above its peers
Beats what $ usually buys
Scores 11 points above the modest median of 87, across 197 hotels in the same bracket. In Ho Chi Minh City it sits 4 points above the local median of 94.
Price bracket
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Modest
- This hotel
- 98
- Bracket median
- 87
- Index median
- 90
Based on 197 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
What reviewers say about where to sleep inside this building — by room number where one is named, and otherwise by floor, wing, aspect and position. Every line opens onto the quotes behind it.
Ask for
- 1 mention
Avoid
No location within the hotel draws repeated complaints yet.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
Service
74
Value
62
Room
61
Noise
59
Food
42
Location
31
Bed & Sleep
15
Bathroom
4
View the 75 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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Food17 mentions
- “Whole place was clean, bed was super comfortable, service was fantastic, and the breakfast buffet was remarkable.” 5
- “The newest element to the restaurant here is the Shipyard Ritual, a multi-course menu designed around the storytelling of this Saigon neighborhood's address. It's a fun experience that is already drawing a wide range of interest.” 4
- “Breakfast this morning at Hotel Indigo downtown Los Angeles 10/10” 5
- “Crucially, breakfast was exceptional too. There was a huge spread to choose from, including western classics like sausages, bacon, hash browns, pancakes, croissants and waffles, nutritious choices like yoghurt, smoothies, nuts, seeds and fruit, eggs made to order, and lots of tasty delicacies from around the world, including tons of different types of dumplings.” 20
- “Stayed at the Hilton last month. Awesome views and buffet. Great staff.” 17
- “If you have kids, look at Staybridge Suites as well - much easier to get a room with a pullout plus it has a decent included breakfast (by US standards, at least).” 5
- “Great breakfast. They have the best seafood buffets in the city if you're staying over the weekend.” 11
- “Just stayed at the Mai House - outstanding location imho, great breakfast and I really enjoyed their indochina interior! Overall outstanding cost-benefit ratio, would recommend” 11
- “Here, discover daring twists on traditional recipes, like the Indigo Signature Bánh Mì with Wagyu Beef and Pan-Seared Sea Bass. The appropriately bold dishes pair perfectly with the ambience of the restaurant.” 12
- “Stayed 5 days at intercontinental. Perfect spot to all off the great food.” 11
- “And hey, don't forget to enjoy a refreshing coconut with your breakfast too! We also tried room service and the prices were reasonable and the quality good.” 16
- “The buffet is nothing to write home about but i usually go out to eat breakfast anyway so no big deal.” 17
- “Thoroughly enjoyed and looked forward to breakfast every morning and the staff were superb.” 16
- “would recommend hotel des arts. if you have amex plat you can also get 200$ hotel credit + 100$ in dining. They got the best ayce seafood brunch in town” 11
- “The breakfast buffet was amazing, with lots of western options, such as bread, pastries, cereals, egg station and cheese and cold cuts as well as a of Asian food options that included Dim Sum, fried rice and noodles, Vietnamese Pho soup and the selection changed every day.” 18
- “Nikko is ancient and used to be the best seafood buffet in town. No longer.” 17
- “Should I take US dollars or EUR? Just stayed at the Mai House - outstanding location imho, great breakfast and I really enjoyed their indochina interior!” 11
Service21 mentions
- “It all starts with the welcome as you arrive where the smiles are genuine and the staff eager to help with check-in, luggage and any other questions you may have.” 16
- “The staff in the club lounge was exceptionally friendly and helpful, never have I seen such genuinely friendly service.” 18
- “Guests love its exemplary guest experience, superior service levels and artful design inspired by Saigon's vibrant hẻm culture, which reflects the life that happens down Saigon's fascinating and lively alleyways and back streets, each of which evolves into a cherished centre of the community where friends, family and neighbours gather to eat, share stories and celebrate special occasions.” 12
- “The staff that works at the InterContinental is truly outstanding, we must say. They are always friendly and smiling, and always go out of their way to help you and make you feel comfortable.” 18
- “Hello, sir. This is the check-in area. Hi. Very nice check-in area. You've got a little lounge here with some refreshments.” 1
- “Stayed at the Hilton last month. Awesome views and buffet. Great staff.” 17
- “Once, we said that the cappuccino was too milky, so the barista came and asked us what exactly we wanted. We explained, and he made us new cappuccinos! Amazing service!” 18
- “Reverie is all lobby, ground level and maybe Cafe Cardinal. I've stayed there a couple of times and have been absolutely mortified by the condition of the room and at the same time the lack of empathy and support from the staff so I would say a hard no one that.” 17
- “Haven't stayed at the JW Caravelle is ancient. Wouldn't even hang out on the rooftop, but once in a while, glass of champagne over in the lobby lounge is fine, although they took away the champagne corner and basically service is a miss.” 17
- “The Park Hyatt Saigon is nice. I'd recommend it. The service is top notch and the hotel is well maintained.” 17
- “The lobby was stylish and bright with high ceilings and mismatched furniture, and there were always helpful and friendly staff on-hand - when it was raining, one kindly walked me to the taxi with an umbrella, which was v kind.” 20
- “Then you take the next elevator up. It's not really worth it for more than a couple of nights I would say. Staff there, rough around the edges.” 17
- “Staff is really nice and super quick with your request.” 17
- “The rooms were spotless and cleaned daily. Different types of pillows are available on request.” 16
- “As you enter, you are greeted by the friendliest smiles you will ever seen!” 18
- “Caravelle is ancient. Wouldn't even hang out on the rooftop, but once in a while, glass of champagne over in the lobby lounge is fine, although they took away the champagne corner and basically service is a miss.” 17
- “I've stayed there a couple of times and have been absolutely mortified by the condition of the room and at the same time the lack of empathy and support from the staff so I would say a hard no one that.” 17
- “I always enjoy staying at Nikko. Just a nice, well run, well maintained hotel with large 40sq rooms and a decent pool.” 17
- “Upon arrival, we were greeted very warmly by the reception, and the check-in process went very smoothly.” 18
- “Mai House and Sherwood Suites are sorta meh. Relatively new, but still feel like the service is lacking.” 17
- “The service staff is excellent and has a nice rooftop pool and bar.” 11
Bed & Sleep2 mentions
Noise2 mentions
Room13 mentions · 1 filmed
- “November is considered more mild weather as far as the Indigo goes. Comfortable bed, nice room.” On camera16:35
- “Another one is Signature by M Village. Their room is reallly nice, but definitely didnt have that luxurious feel that you looking for” 17
- “I've stayed there a couple of times and have been absolutely mortified by the condition of the room and at the same time the lack of empathy and support from the staff so I would say a hard no one that.” 17
- “Phòng mình ở là hạng có cửa sổ lớn, nhìn thẳng ra skyline thành phố. Ban ngày kéo rèm ra là ánh sáng tràn vào, tối ngồi sofa trong phòng nhìn xuống đường xe chạy cũng khá chill.” 3
- “Room is spacious, modern and quiet, bed is super comfortable (premium king).” 17
- “The essentials are well covered. Complimentary wifi is standard, bedding is plush and the room layout gives enough space for the usual business-travel tasks: clearing emails, taking a call, preparing notes or decompressing between appointments.” 19
- “Our suite was, well, not as huge as you might imagine a suite would be, but we had been kind of spoiled by the palatial villa we stayed in at the start of our honeymoon. But of course, we were in Vietnam's second city, so space is at a premium. The suite was still spacious and delightful.” 20
- “Those planning to work in-room for long stretches may want to be mindful of room category, but for a short stay the rooms are practical, comfortable and properly equipped.” 19
- “Comments Section DowCanup • 2y ago I've stayed in most of these but my favorite is the Myst Dong Khoi. It's a five star boutique hotel that's modern but done in an antique vintage Vietnam style. It's not just a cookie cutter hotel room-gives you a feel of old Vietnam.” 11
- “Inside, the look has decidedly more modern decor with hardwood floors topped with colorful area rugs beneath comfy beds.” 4
- “Reverie is all lobby, ground level and maybe Cafe Cardinal. I've stayed there a couple of times and have been absolutely mortified by the condition of the room and at the same time the lack of empathy and support from the staff so I would say a hard no one that.” 17
- “The rooms are stylish and tasteful and we had no complaints during our stay. We stayed in both a standard room and a suite.” 16
- “They feel more homely, cosy and personal. We love the modern decor of the lobby and floors at the Indigo. Exuding steampunk vibes with black piping and black and white tiles, it combines effortlessly with traditional accents in the furniture and artwork.” 16
Location12 mentions
- “Even though it's not super close to the touristy areas, it's near the train station and near some great food places.” 5
- “Gia vein, great 3 star, large rooms, great location near bui vein.” 11
- “Upstairs, The Shipyard Upper Deck offers a lighter, more contemplative setting, its layered fabric wall installation recalling the neighbourhood's textile trade and nearby markets.” 6
- “I didn't find it noisy. It is extremely walkable, although with the heat, we ended up just taking grab everywhere.” 11
- “Rob3112 • 2mo ago Just finished 9 nights at Mai House. Just finished 9 nights at Mai House. Nice hotel. We liked that it was in District 3. Out of the hustle and bustle of D1 but still easy enough to go in by Grab if/when you want to.” 17
- “Myst is another contender for close to River and D1 fun.” 17
- “That location makes the hotel a useful base for those who need access to District 1's offices but would rather stay somewhere with a little more texture than the standard corporate hotel.” 19
- “Should I take US dollars or EUR? Just stayed at the Mai House - outstanding location imho, great breakfast and I really enjoyed their indochina interior!” 11
- “The location is good and you could say it is on the north-eastern boundary of District 1 so not directly in the centre but close enough to walk or a short Grab ride away.” 16
- “Hotel Indigo in the Gaslamp District in San Diego is amazing with a view of padres stadium as well as being smack dab in the middle of the best neighborhood in one of my favorite cities.” 5
- “Just stayed at the Mai House - outstanding location imho, great breakfast and I really enjoyed their indochina interior! Overall outstanding cost-benefit ratio, would recommend” 11
- “You could try Fusion Suites or La Vela Saigon, both located in District 3. Good value for money, but you'll have to navigate with taxis or Grab cars if you want to get to the city center - that should take 15 minutes max.” 17
Value4 mentions · 1 filmed
- “You could try Fusion Suites or La Vela Saigon, both located in District 3. Good value for money, but you'll have to navigate with taxis or Grab cars if you want to get to the city center - that should take 15 minutes max.” 17
- “Just stayed at the Mai House - outstanding location imho, great breakfast and I really enjoyed their indochina interior! Overall outstanding cost-benefit ratio, would recommend” 11
- “As far as this review of the Hotel Indigo, it is expensive by Vietnam standards. Over $200 every single night, at least here it was in November 2025.” On camera15:31
- “And hey, don't forget to enjoy a refreshing coconut with your breakfast too! We also tried room service and the prices were reasonable and the quality good.” 16
Bathroom4 mentions
- “The couch was super comfy, the beds were just heavenly, the shower was amazing and we even used the kitchen to cook some dinner for a couple of evenings.” 18
- “The bed was HUGE and so comfortable, and I adored the tiles in the bathroom.” 20
- “The beds were super comfortable and the shower pressure excellent in both.” 16
- “The bathroom is super posh.” 11
What we still don't know
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- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- Nothing reliable said about view.
- Nothing reliable said about position on the floor.
- Noise rests on 2 sources — too thin to rely on.
- 23 sources carry no publication date, so we cannot tell how current they are.
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How much we read
Solid coverage · 57/100We read 23 sources for this property, and pulled 122 traveler insights worth knowing. Last checked 2026-08-28.
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Freshness
99
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- 1Hotel Indigo Saigon The City Review – Boutique Luxury in Ho ...youtube.comVideoDate not statedListened for quotes only5 quotes used
“November is considered more mild weather as far as the Indigo goes. Comfortable bed, nice room.”
Read originalyoutube.com - 2호치민의 새로운 핫플! 호텔 인디고 사이공 더 시티에서 ... - 블로그m.blog.naver.comReview siteDate not statedRead originalm.blog.naver.com
- 3Review Hotel Indigo Saigon The Citylemon8-app.comReview siteDate not stated7 quotes used
“Trên tường có tranh vẽ phác thảo kiến trúc thành phố nên cảm giác phòng vừa hiện đại vừa có chút nghệ thuật.”
Read originallemon8-app.com - 4Hotel Review: Hotel Indigo Saigon The Citypursuitist.comReview siteDate not stated2 quotes used
“The newest element to the restaurant here is the Shipyard Ritual, a multi-course menu designed around the storytelling of this Saigon neighborhood's address. It's a fun experience that is already drawing a wide range of…”
Read originalpursuitist.com - 5Your favorite holiday inn or hotel indigo? : r/ihghotelsresortsreddit.comForum threadDate not stated9 quotes used
“Whole place was clean, bed was super comfortable, service was fantastic, and the breakfast buffet was remarkable.”
Read originalreddit.com - 6Hotel Indigo Saigon the City: A Stay Within the Soul of Saigongrazia.myReview siteDate not stated4 quotes used
“The corridor's palette-saturated reds, yellows, blues, and greens-channels the exuberant chromatic confidence of Saigon's streetscapes.”
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