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Hotel Majestic Saigon vs May Hotel

Both hotels are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Hotel Majestic Saigon scores significantly better than May Hotel. Hotel Majestic Saigon has a TripExpert Score of 90 with accolades from 8 reviewers such as Time Out, Frommer's and Afar Magazine.

Hotel Majestic Saigon
Hotel Majestic Saigon
8 / 10
01 Dong Khoi St, Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City 8, Vietnam
From $117 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Insight Guides Insight Guides
"State-run, it still radiates an old-world charm, with dapper bellboys, violinists serenading at afternoon tea and a grand marbled lobby with chandeliers and stained-glass skylights."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
Star
"A historic 1920s riverfront hotel that oozes character. All the rooms are charming (especially those with a river view) and the staff fall over themselves to be helpful."
Time Out Time Out
"Opened in 1925 as the city’s finest abode, the Majestic has gone through several reincarnations over the years, changes that reflect the tumultuous history of Vietnam." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Built in 1925, the Hotel Majestic Saigon sits on the busy corner of Dong Khoi and Ton Duc Thang streets." Full review
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DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Overlooking the Saigon River, the Majestic dates back to the early 20th century, and is a gorgeous piece of French-colonial architecture, with an Art Deco interior."
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May Hotel
May Hotel
7 / 10
28-30 Thi Sach Street,Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
From $70 /night
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The May is probably the best of a clutch of hotels on Thi Sach, one of the best locations in terms of easy access to the city's sights and several top-class restaurants and bars" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Rooms, all with bathtub and flat-screen TV, are clean and inviting. Staff are dignified, but it's the top-floor pool (rare at this price) with its fine views that steals the show." Full review