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Rex Hotel vs Catina Hotel

Rex Hotel and Catina Hotel are both highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Rex Hotel ranks significantly better than Catina Hotel. Rex Hotel ranks #5 in Ho Chi Minh City with accolades from 8 publications like Frommer's, Fodor's and Rough Guide.

Rex Hotel
Rex Hotel
8 / 10
141 Nguyen Hue Blvd, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
From $100 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The hotel is in a great downtown location, across from a square that has a lively carnival atmosphere at night." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"The best of Saigontourist's holdings, this business traveler's favorite offers solid, albeit small, rooms with less kitsch than the Majestic."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The Rex has recently had an overhaul, propelling it into the five-star bracket, although this may be in part down to generosity towards the government owners Saigon Tourist." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"A recent makeover has re-established the Rex as one of the most appealing options in Ho Chi Minh City, with plush, comfortable rooms and an excellent central location."
Star Service Star Service
"One of Ho Chi Minh City's best-known hotels, the venerable Rex Hotel, set on the corner of Nguyen Hue and Le Loi Boulevards, is a rambling affair dating back to the 1960s." Full review
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Catina Hotel
Catina Hotel
7 / 10
109 Dong Khoi Street,, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
From $64 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"This is a newish upmarket hotel right at the heart of Dong Khoi."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Rates are a bit cheaper than the top 5-star hotels, but rooms are equipped with everything you might need, such as work desk, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and Wi-Fi." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This smart five-floor, 43-room boutique hotel at the heart of town is a good choice, with attractive discounts... consider opting for premium deluxe." Full review