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Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City vs Hotel Grand Saigon

Both Hotel Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City and Grand Hotel Saigon are rated highly by professional travelers. On balance, Grand Hotel Saigon ranks slightly higher than Hotel Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City. Grand Hotel Saigon ranks #12 in Ho Chi Minh City with approval from 7 publications including Afar Magazine, Oyster and Fodor's.

Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City
Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City
7 / 10
242 Tran Binh Trong, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
From $83 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This large edifice is a good distance from tourist Saigon... but the Equatorial has long been a popular business address for regional and international conventioneers." Full review
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For the exec on the go, be sure to upgrade to enjoy their snazzy two-story executive lounge -- connected by a chic winding stair.
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"This palatial hotel offers very comfortable rooms with the full gamut of facilities. It has a pool on the fourth floor as well as a gym, sauna and beauty salon, plus an excellent restaurant."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"On the cusp of Districts 1 and 5, the luxurious Equatorial is easily accessible to both Chinatown and Pham Ngu Lao."
Oyster Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"The 333-room Hotel Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City is a solid luxury pick for business travelers, families, and couples alike." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"A 20-minute ride from Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Hotel Equatorial Saigon offers world-class lodging for the discerning business or leisure traveler." Full review
Hotel Grand Saigon
Hotel Grand Saigon
7 / 10
8 Dong Khoi St Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
From $75 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The notable amenities, of many here, are the quiet sitting areas and bar, and the central courtyard's small but peaceful pool area, which offers a unique escape from busy Ho Chi Minh City." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"With the Majestic and the Continental, the Grand Hotel is the third member of Saigon's classic old hotels club."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The historic Hotel Majestic dates back to 1925 and provides travelers with an elegant retreat amidst the hustle and bustle of downtown Vietnam." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"The large, comfortable suites in the old wing are charming with comfortable furnishings and polished wooden floors."
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"With its beautiful colonial façade, classic European decor, and gleaming marble interior, the upscale Grand Hotel Saigon has a strong Old-World atmosphere." Full review
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Just make sure to book a room on a higher floor, as some rooms can get traffic noise.
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