ibis Saigon Airport
A modern transit hotel opposite the airport featuring a rooftop pool with plane-spotting runway views.
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Located directly opposite the airport, ibis Saigon Airport is an ultra-modern base geared toward travelers on short layovers. Guests appreciate the rooftop pool overlooking the runway, comfortable beds, and reliable shuttle service. However, the property is roughly a half-hour drive from central city sights, and several reviewers report tiny bathrooms with sewer odors. 592113
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What travelers noticed
- Reviewers praise the rooftop deck and swimming pool, which offer clear views of planes taking off and landing. 594
- Rooms feature ultra-modern travel motifs, fast free WiFi, and plush, comfortable beds. 94
- Guests frequently commend the powerful showers and the convenient, swift airport shuttle. 17134
The catch
- While soundproofing effectively blocks plane noise from the runway, some guests note that street-level traffic honking still filters in. 9
- Opinions on breakfast vary; several visitors praise the buffet selection as excellent, while others find the morning meal overpriced. drawn from the full read
Who it's for
- — Short airport layovers
- — Plane spotters enjoying rooftop pool views
- — Business travelers needing quick terminal access
Skip it if
- — Sightseers wanting walkable access to downtown Ho Chi Minh City
- — Guests sensitive to compact bathrooms
Seen on camera
20 moments · 2 videos · ibis Saigon Airport
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“The rooftop pool was a wonderful surprise with great views overlooking the airport.”
youtube.com0:11“The staff were amazing, the beds were comfortable and the location was perfect.”
youtube.com0:17“The complimentary shuttle bus to the international airport which runs every 30 minutes was a huge bonus.”
youtube.com0:25“Everything, great location to airport, comfortable rooms, great rooftop bar with amazing views and also appreciated the…”
youtube.com0:39“Clean, nice staff, good location, good shuttle service to airport.”
youtube.com1:27“Close to the airport, clean, tidy and spacious rooms. They were nice and the breakfast was good as well.”
youtube.com1:39“I chose this hotel because of its convenient proximity to the airport as I had an early morning flight and I greatly app…”
youtube.com2:18“My room was cozy, well maintained, and very comfortable.”
youtube.com2:29“The bedding was especially soft, which made for a restful night's sleep.”
youtube.com2:33“so here it is the one big mirror the head dryer powerful enough and then the toil B with the bate”
youtube.com5:08“I had a very good sleep what about you yes the bit is really very comfortable yeah it's very soft”
youtube.com5:59“like they have a sensor on the lighting so it's like you don't have to worry that when you the door open it's like compl…”
youtube.com11:47“The bathroom was spotless and stocked with all the necessary amenities.”
youtube.com2:38“Above all, I was extremely impressed by the customer service. The staff were consistently attentive, welcoming, and resp…”
youtube.com2:49“The room was spacious and more than I really needed for my overnight stay with early morning flight.”
youtube.com3:16“Two air conditioning units, one in the bedroom and one in the living room, and they were very quiet.”
youtube.com3:28“Rooms are super clean and I love design.”
youtube.com3:53“Great value on a special.”
youtube.com4:18“Staff were very friendly and helpful.”
youtube.com4:22“and soundproof is good and the tower is clean also hair dryer is strong very strong yes”
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Score breakdown
How the 86/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
92Food
90Location
93- “Everything, great location to airport, comfortable rooms, great rooftop bar with amazing views and also appreciated the free early morning shuttle bus to international departure at airport.” 130:39
- “One service that I missed for my work was a dedicated business center where I could quickly access printing and other office facilities to prepare for my meeting. We loved how close the hotel was to the airport and the free shuttle service was a great bonus.” 4
Noise
90Room
86Service
86Bed & Sleep
89Where it is, how to reach it
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.
On par with what $ usually buys
Scores 1 point below the modest median of 87, across 197 hotels in the same bracket. In Ho Chi Minh City it sits 8 points below the local median of 94.
- This hotel
- 86
- 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.
Nothing is yet praised often enough to recommend.
- 1 mention
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.
View the 84 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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- “The free shuttle service was very convenient and took us straight to the airport.” 4
- “Check-in was swift, property was clean, bed was comfortable, the shower was powerful, what more could one want on a short layover.” 17
- “Convenient location for air travel, friendly and helpful staff, and clean facilities.” 4
- “Every detail was fabulous, including staff and facilities, I loved how fairly clean the hotel was.” 20
- “Clean, nice staff, good location, good shuttle service to airport.” On camera131:27
- “The staff was helpful in arranging the meeting room and provided excellent service throughout.” 4
- “The staff were always friendly and welcoming and we were able to communicate with most of them well.” 9
- “I chose this hotel because of its convenient proximity to the airport as I had an early morning flight and I greatly appreciated the complimentary shuttle service.” On camera132:18
- “The cleanliness was fantastic and the staff was very friendly and accommodating.” 4
- “Staff were very friendly and helpful.” On camera134:22
- “Always choose this place. Staff helped me print documents.” 4
- “Fine base for overnight stay, felt like home. We liked the very attentive staff and the location was super!” 20
- “The staff were amazing, the beds were comfortable and the location was perfect.” On camera130:17
- “Above all, I was extremely impressed by the customer service. The staff were consistently attentive, welcoming, and responsive throughout my stay, making the overall experience even more enjoyable.” On camera132:49
- “One service that I missed for my work was a dedicated business center where I could quickly access printing and other office facilities to prepare for my meeting. We loved how close the hotel was to the airport and the free shuttle service was a great bonus.” 4
- “While she was friendly and tried to be helpful, the language barrier meant communicating with her was hard. I couldn't understand what she was saying and she couldn't understand what I was saying, unfortunately.” 9
- “The free shuttle service to and from the airport is a major plus.” 4
- “The staff was sooo friendly!” 4
- “The bed was comfortable and the check-in staff were competent and helpful.” 4
- “Room service was efficient and helpful.” 4
- “The room was well-equipped with two toilets, showers, televisions, and fridges.” 4
- “My room was cozy, well maintained, and very comfortable.” On camera132:29
- “Check-in was swift, property was clean, bed was comfortable, the shower was powerful, what more could one want on a short layover.” 17
- “The room was small but not cramped, with an aviation theme. It was advertised as 18 m2 (194 ft2), which sounded a little generous to me.” 21
- “The room was spacious and more than I really needed for my overnight stay with early morning flight.” On camera133:16
- “While the room isn't huge, it utilised the space well so it didn't feel too cramped.” 9
- “Lots of options, tasty food. Our room was bright, good size and great.” 20
- “Both bathrooms have identical layout. It's pretty compact but it's functional. The furniture and tiles are quite modern. It's just that they have unpleasant sewer smell inside the bathroom! We turned on the ventilation and after a while, the smell became more bearable.” 5
- “The 24-hour room service and free WiFi were a huge plus for staying connected and comfortable.” 4
- “Two air conditioning units, one in the bedroom and one in the living room, and they were very quiet.” On camera133:28
- “The room was clean and comfortable with all the amenities we needed, including free wi-fi.” 4
- “The room was spacious and well-equipped with a kitchenette and dining area, making it convenient for my needs.” 4
- “The room was spacious and had great facilities like a microwave and a big refrigerator.” 4
- “The view wasn't exciting. We had no problem with the noise from the airport with planes coming and going, thanks to the room's soundproofing. However, there was some road noise including honking going on. Take some earplugs if you like to sleep quietly.” 9
- “like they have a sensor on the lighting so it's like you don't have to worry that when you the door open it's like completely dark and soundproof is good” On camera2211:47
- “Nevertheless, the shuttle bus operated like clockwork despite the horrendous Vietnamese traffic.” 17
- “Luckily, the noise wasn't much of a problem. There was more noise from the cars on the neighbouring streets than there was from planes arriving and departing.” 9
- “Check-in was swift, property was clean, bed was comfortable, the shower was powerful, what more could one want on a short layover.” 17
- “While I loved the bathroom's look and feel, it was tiny! Some may also find it dark.” 9
- “Like the room, the bathroom was small but functional.” 21
- “The bathroom was also gorgeous, seamlessly continuing the slick contemporary vibe of the room. It also had Hollywood lighting and a 3-way-use rain/handheld shower and tap.” 9
- “The bathroom was spotless and stocked with all the necessary amenities.” On camera132:38
- “I appreciate that the hot water is really hot and the shower head has strong pressure.” 5
- “I personally found the basic toiletries in the en suite bathroom somewhat limited.” 4
- “Water pressure and temperature pressure were excellent, although the drain was a little slow.” 21
- “and soundproof is good and the tower is clean also hair dryer is strong very strong yes” On camera2211:54
- “Easy shuttle transportation to and from the airport.” 4
- “Everything, great location to airport, comfortable rooms, great rooftop bar with amazing views and also appreciated the free early morning shuttle bus to international departure at airport.” On camera130:39
- “One service that I missed for my work was a dedicated business center where I could quickly access printing and other office facilities to prepare for my meeting. We loved how close the hotel was to the airport and the free shuttle service was a great bonus.” 4
- “The infinity swimming pool is located at the rooftop of the hotel and it's definitely one of the main highlights of the hotel. Here, you get a splendid view of the airport's runway where you can watch airplanes taking off and landing.” 5
- “I think ibis Saigon Airport is a decent hotel if you want to be near the airport.” 5
- “was gorgeous, and checking in was a breeze. They have an in-house Starbucks with vegan options, which is great for travellers looking for a bite to eat before heading to the airport or coming from it.” 9
- “The complimentary shuttle bus to the international airport which runs every 30 minutes was a huge bonus.” On camera130:25
- “Located in extremely close proximity to the airport, this hotel is perfect for those looking for a quick stopover.” 4
- “The hotel was conveniently located near the airport, with a shuttle service available.” 4
- “Extremely close to the airport, like a couple of minutes drive (if you were keen, you could walk there), perfect for late-night arrivals or early-morning departures.” 9
- “Although the location is half an hour from the city center, it's perfect if you're not planning on exploring the city and just need a place to sleep near the airport.” 21
- “I chose this hotel because of its convenient proximity to the airport as I had an early morning flight and I greatly appreciated the complimentary shuttle service.” On camera132:18
- “The location was convenient for the airport and there were plenty of local cuisine choices nearby.” 4
- “The hotel itself is of the usual Ibis standard, and rooms on the upper floors facing the airport in the *18-*26 range have views of aircraft landing and departing, similar to the rooftop. Lower floors suffer from obstruction by the airport and neighbouring buildings.” 18
- “We stayed at this hotel for a layover and it was perfect for our needs. It is so close to the airport which made travelling very easy for us.” 4
- “The staff were amazing, the beds were comfortable and the location was perfect.” On camera130:17
- “I personally found the basic toiletries in the en suite bathroom somewhat limited. We loved the hotel's location, just a few minutes away from the airport with a free shuttle service, made things so much easier.” 4
- “Perfect location, efficient services and comfortable bed.” 20
- “Comfy bed, they offered free transfers and airport shuttles.” 20
- “The bedding was especially soft, which made for a restful night's sleep.” On camera132:33
- “Check-in was swift, property was clean, bed was comfortable, the shower was powerful, what more could one want on a short layover.” 17
- “I had a very good sleep what about you yes the bit is really very comfortable yeah it's very soft” On camera225:59
- “Perfect location, efficient services and comfortable bed.” 20
- “Lots of options, tasty food.” 20
- “Below is the in-room food menu. Most items are priced within VND 100k-200k range. It's definitely on the higher side if you compare with street food.” 5
- “The only communication problem was with the lady who was working the front of the restaurant as neither of us could understand what the other was saying.” 9
- “Try delicious dishes served at the 24-hour restaurant.” 20
- “My room came with a free buffet breakfast, which was excellent.” 21
- “The hotel lacks 24-hour services like a restaurant and breakfast options, making it challenging for guests arriving late or departing early.” 4
- “The bread and pastry section are quite nice. Toast, croissant, pancake, baguette, mini burger and muffin with various jams, like strawberry jam, pineapple jam, maple syrup, butter and peanut butter.” 5
- “The restaurant continued that edgy design and was a bright and welcoming space.” 9
- “The view wasn't exciting.” 9
- “Breakfast was ridiculously expensive and Starbucks had the audacity not to provide coffee in the rooms.” 4
- “Cost wise, it was so cheap to stay but maintained a higher quality standard, too.” 9
- “Great value on a special.” On camera134:18
- “Yes! This hotel is exceptional value for money.” 9
- “Ibis is just a few blocks away clean and well maintained. Worth the cost.” 15
- “Looking back, it was a good decision. I feel that the food at the breakfast was pretty decent. There were so many variety and the food was worth the price and convenience.” 5
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 3 sources — too thin to rely on.
- 22 sources carry no publication date, so we cannot tell how current they are.
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Deep coverage · 57/100We read 22 sources for this property, and pulled 126 traveler insights worth knowing. Last checked 2026-08-28.
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- 1Ibis Saigon Airport- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Hotelstravelweekly.comReview siteDate not statedRead originaltravelweekly.com
- 2Closest hotel from Ho Chi Minh City airport? : r/VietNamreddit.comForum threadDate not stated1 quote used
“If you want close, ibis Saigon Airport Hotel is across the street from SGN airport and offers free shuttles.”
Read originalreddit.com - 3IBIS SAIGON AIRPORT - Ho Chi Minh City 2 Hong Ha ...hotelplanner.comReview siteDate not statedRead originalhotelplanner.com
- 4Ibis Saigon Airport Ho Chi Minh City | Free Shuttle from $43ibis-saigon-airport.ho-chi-minh-city-hotels.comReview siteDate not stated33 quotes used
“The free shuttle service was very convenient and took us straight to the airport.”
Read originalibis-saigon-airport.ho-chi-minh-city-hotels.com - 5ibis Saigon Airport Hotel at Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnamtrevallog.comReview siteDate not stated10 quotes used
“The infinity swimming pool is located at the rooftop of the hotel and it's definitely one of the main highlights of the hotel. Here, you get a splendid view of the airport's runway where you can watch airplanes taking of…”
Read originaltrevallog.com - 6Ibis Saigon Airport Hotel Ho Chi Minh Cityhochiminh-cityhotels.comReview siteDate not statedRead originalhochiminh-cityhotels.com
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