Planet Saigon Hotel

283/19 Phạm Ngũ Lão, Phường Phạm Ngũ Lão, Quận 1, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam·View on map

Very good425 reviews
8.4
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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 11:00
Parking✕ Not available
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Planet Saigon Hotel is a homestay in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, with air-conditioned rooms that all have a private bathroom and city views. It is a practical choice for travellers who want a central base at affordable rates, with room sizes from 15 m² to 25 m².

The Deluxe Family Room and the Economy Double Room are the largest at 25 m², and the family room is the only one sleeping four guests on two large beds. The Superior Double Room is the smallest at 15 m², while the Deluxe King, Deluxe Twin and Deluxe Triple rooms are all 20 m². Every room has a flat-screen TV, a seating area, a wardrobe and free toiletries.

Free WiFi is available in all areas, and the front desk is staffed 24 hours. Guests can use private check-in and check-out, luggage storage and daily housekeeping, and an airport shuttle runs for a fee. The hotel is on Phạm Ngũ Lão street, with cafés and restaurants about 50 m away and the centre's markets and museums within walking distance.

Rooms

6 room types · 15–25 m²

Planet Saigon Hotel has six room types, from the 15 m² Superior Double Room to the 25 m² Deluxe Family Room, for two to four guests. All of them have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, city views, a private entrance and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bidet.

The Deluxe Family Room sleeps four on two large beds (King size), and the Economy Double Room offers the same 25 m² for two. The Deluxe King Room and Deluxe Twin Room are both 20 m², the first with one king-size bed and the second with two large beds. The Deluxe Triple Room, also 20 m², takes up to three guests, and the Superior Double Room, at 15 m², is the most compact option, with one large bed.

Deluxe Family Room — Planet Saigon Hotel

Deluxe Family Room

25 m² Max. 4 guests 2 Large bed (King size)
Private entranceSeating areaCity view

At 25 m², this is the largest room at Planet Saigon Hotel and the only one that sleeps four. It has two large beds (King size), a private entrance, a seating area, a wardrobe and a city view. The bathroom has a walk-in shower, a bidet and a hairdryer.

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Superior Double Room — Planet Saigon Hotel

Superior Double Room

15 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Seating areaWardrobeCity view

At 15 m², the Superior Double Room is the smallest room at Planet Saigon Hotel, with one large bed (King size) for two guests. It overlooks the city and has a seating area, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom has a walk-in shower and a bidet.

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Economy Double Room — Planet Saigon Hotel

Economy Double Room

25 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Private entranceBidetHairdryer

The Economy Double Room has the same 25 m² as the family room, but it is set up for two guests on one large bed (King size). It has a private entrance, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a city view. Compared with the Deluxe King Room, it gives 5 m² more floor space.

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Deluxe King Room — Planet Saigon Hotel

Deluxe King Room

20 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Seating areaFlat-screen TVCity view

The Deluxe King Room has 20 m² and a large king-size bed for two guests. It has a private entrance, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a city view. At 5 m² smaller than the Economy Double Room, it is the mid-sized double in the range.

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Deluxe Twin Room — Planet Saigon Hotel

Deluxe Twin Room

20 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Large bed (King size)
Private entranceWardrobeBidet

The Deluxe Twin Room has 20 m² and two large beds for two guests, where the Deluxe King Room of the same size has one. It has a private entrance, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a city view. The bathroom is fitted with a walk-in shower and a bidet.

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Deluxe Triple Room — Planet Saigon Hotel

Deluxe Triple Room

20 m² Max. 3 guests 2 Large bed (King size)
Seating areaWardrobeHairdryer

The Deluxe Triple Room is 20 m², with two large beds (King size) and room for up to three guests. It is the only room of its size that takes a third guest. It has a private entrance, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a city view, plus a hairdryer in the bathroom.

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Facilities

42 facilities
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Airport shuttle
Flat-screen TV
Non-smoking rooms
Shower
Luggage storage
Laundry

The 24-hour front desk handles private check-in and check-out, express check-in and check-out, and luggage storage. Daily housekeeping, an ironing service, dry cleaning and laundry are available, and bicycle parking is provided. An airport shuttle is offered for a fee, and the hotel is non-smoking throughout.

Free WiFi covers all areas. In the rooms, guests find air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, internet services, free toiletries, towels, slippers, a hairdryer, an electric kettle, a refrigerator, a wardrobe and a seating area. Family rooms are available, the rooms have hardwood or parquet floors, and hypoallergenic options are among the facilities.

General

  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • City view
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating area

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Internet services

Planet Saigon Hotel is on Phạm Ngũ Lão street in District 1, the centre of Ho Chi Minh City, in a neighbourhood of budget hostels, cafés and small restaurants. Lém Coffee, Annai Drink & Restaurant and Quán Nguyệt are all about 50 m away. The Bui Vien walking street, lined with bars and street food stalls, is a short walk from the hotel. Two temples, the Chùa Phước Hậu pagoda and the Đình Ông Quan Thánh temple, are each about 150 m away.

Tan Son Nhat International Airport is 5.4 km away, Saigon Railway Station 2.2 km and the Bến xe buýt Sài Gòn bus station 200 m. An airport shuttle is available for a fee. The hotel has no parking, so guests arriving by car or motorbike need to leave the vehicle elsewhere and walk the final stretch.

For markets and sights, Thai Binh Market is 250 m away, September 23 Park 400 m, Ben Thanh Market 950 m, roughly 12 minutes on foot, and the War Remnants Museum 1.3 km. Thai Binh Market is a local market for fresh food, fruit and household goods. Ben Thanh is a covered market known for souvenirs, clothing and street food, and the War Remnants Museum has outdoor displays of aircraft and tanks alongside its indoor exhibits on the Vietnam War.

  • Chùa Phước Hậu
    Small pagoda used for Buddhist worship and prayer
    150 m
  • Thai Binh Market
    Local market for fresh food, fruit and household goods
    250 m
  • September 23 Park
    City park with trees, a short break from the streets
    400 m
  • Tao Dan Park
    Large central park with lawns, paths and shade trees
    750 m
  • Ben Thanh Market
    Covered market known for souvenirs, clothing and street food
    950 m
  • War Remnants Museum
    Museum on the Vietnam War, with outdoor aircraft and tanks
    1.3 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want to stay in District 1, with Thai Binh Market 250 m away and Ben Thanh Market within 1 km on foot.
  • ✓you travel as a family of four: the Deluxe Family Room has two large beds (King size) and a private entrance.
  • ✓you need free WiFi in all areas and air conditioning in every room.
  • ✓you may arrive late or leave early: the front desk is staffed 24 hours and luggage storage is available.
  • ✓you want a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bidet and free toiletries in every room.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you travel by car or motorbike, as there is no parking available at the hotel.
  • ✕you expect a free airport transfer: the airport shuttle is available for a fee only.
  • ✕you are particular about bathroom condition: some guests report rust, wear and ageing fixtures.
  • ✕you are planning a hen, stag or similar party, which the hotel does not accommodate.

What guests say

425 verified reviews
8.4

Guests most often praise the setting on a quiet side street near restaurants and attractions, the friendly staff who help with luggage and tours, and rooms that are spacious and clean with effective air conditioning. A few guests find the bathroom fittings worn, with rust and ageing fixtures mentioned.

Free WiFi9.9
Staff9.3
Location9.3
Value for money8.8
Comfort8.6
Cleanliness8.5
Facilities8.4

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Planet Saigon Hotel cost?

Rates at Planet Saigon Hotel change with the season, the room type and the dates of your stay. You can check the current rate with our booking partners for the dates you need.

How do I get to Planet Saigon Hotel?

Planet Saigon Hotel is on Phạm Ngũ Lão street in District 1. The Bến xe buýt Sài Gòn bus station is 200 m away, Saigon Railway Station 2.2 km and Tan Son Nhat International Airport 5.4 km. An airport shuttle is available for a fee. The hotel has no parking, so guests arriving by car or motorbike need to leave the vehicle elsewhere and walk the final stretch. The front desk is staffed 24 hours, so late arrivals are handled.

What is near Planet Saigon Hotel?

The closest sights are the Chùa Phước Hậu pagoda, 150 m from the hotel, and Thai Binh Market, 250 m away. September 23 Park is 400 m away, Tao Dan Park 750 m and Ben Thanh Market 950 m. Thai Binh Market sells fresh food and household goods, while Ben Thanh is the covered market for souvenirs and clothing. The War Remnants Museum, which has outdoor displays of aircraft and tanks, is 1.3 km away.

Does Planet Saigon Hotel have family rooms?

Yes, Planet Saigon Hotel has a Deluxe Family Room of 25 m² that sleeps up to four guests on two large beds (King size). It has a private entrance, a seating area, a wardrobe and a city view, and it is the largest room in the range alongside the Economy Double Room. The Deluxe Triple Room is another option for three guests.

Is WiFi free at Planet Saigon Hotel?

Yes, WiFi at Planet Saigon Hotel is free of charge in all areas. Each room also has a flat-screen TV, and guests rate the free WiFi very highly.

Does Planet Saigon Hotel offer luggage storage and private check-in?

Yes, Planet Saigon Hotel offers luggage storage, private check-in and check-out, and express check-in and check-out. The 24-hour front desk handles arrivals at any hour. Check-in runs from 14:00 to 23:00, and check-out is by 11:00.

What are the bathrooms like at Planet Saigon Hotel?

Every room at Planet Saigon Hotel has a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and free toiletries, plus towels and slippers. Some guests report rust, wear and ageing fixtures in the bathrooms, while others find them modern and spacious.

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