Published date: October 30, 2024
Excellent Lounge Service! A Hotel Great for Sightseeing in Ho Chi Minh City
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Experience of the stay
I stayed at "Novotel Saigon Center" through HafH!
Novotel Saigon Center is a well-equipped hotel that's close to the center of Ho Chi Minh City.
It's conveniently located within walking distance to the popular pink church "Tan Dinh Church" and the colonial architecture post office.
When staying at Novotel Saigon Center for the first time, you might be curious about how the hotel is..... (we felt the same way)
The conclusion is that it’s a perfect base for your travel with high-quality breakfast buffet and excellent lounge service!
【Booking Details】
We booked an Executive King Size Bed With Late Check-Out, Premier Lounge Access through HafH.
【Premier Lounge】
The Premier Lounge is located on the 19th floor and is open from 6:00 to 22:00.
In addition to check-in, breakfast, afternoon tea, and happy hour, there is also a drink service.
We could also enjoy the breakfast buffet at the restaurant aside from the lounge.
There is a meeting room that can be used for free for up to two hours, making it a good option for business use.
The afternoon tea (14:00-16:00) has a limited menu, but it's sufficient for a break.
Happy hour (17:30-19:30) offers a great selection of food options alongside drinks that can substitute for dinner.
I was delighted to be able to order cocktails like daiquiris among the available alcohol options.
The wine was also delicious Australian wine!
【Breakfast Buffet】
Breakfast is served at the restaurant Food Exchange on the 2nd floor.
This breakfast buffet was amazing with a wide variety of dishes and delicious taste!
We enjoyed freshly made pho, roasted chicken, beef stew, croissant pudding,
and even unique ostrich pho along with a corner of Vietnamese local dishes!
We stayed for two nights, and there were many items that changed daily, which kept things enjoyable without getting monotonous.
Breakfast hours are from 6:00 to 10:00, and there are plenty of seats, so it seems unlikely that you'd have to wait in line at any time.
【Room】
We were assigned a room on the 16th floor, which had big windows letting in lots of light, making for a pleasant room to stay in.
The interior was a natural wood tone that is quite relaxing.
As for the view from the window, we enjoyed a view of Ho Chi Minh city, which was lovely at night as well!
The bathroom was separate from the toilet and did not have a bathtub, only a shower.
Thanks to the benefits of the executive room, we appreciated the complimentary laundry service for two items a day (excluding dry cleaning).
【Amenities】
Amenities were already provided in the room.
The soaps were in bottles from the natural brand "DEEP NATURE SPA", and I loved the scent.
The hair dryer was fixed to the wall, making it a bit difficult to use, so it might be a good idea to bring your own.
You also receive bottled water for free, two bottles a day.
【Overall Evaluation】
Novotel Saigon Center offers delicious food and is really good! It's conveniently located in the downtown area of Ho Chi Minh City, making it easy to go anywhere.
I didn't have high expectations of the lounge because the reviews on accommodation booking sites weren't very positive, but it exceeded my expectations and I ended up spending much longer in the lounge than I anticipated.
Since it's within walking distance to tourist attractions and shopping malls, I recommend booking it for the middle of your trip. If you're not a fan of taxis and want to relax in the lounge, this is definitely the place for you.
Experiences during the trip
I stayed at Novotel Saigon Center for the second and third nights of my 5-day trip to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (I stayed at The Mist Dong Khoi for the first night and Ibis Saigon Airport for the fourth night).
This Vietnam-Ho Chi Minh trip was all booked through the travel subscription service HafH!
We arrived at Novotel Saigon Center by taxi from the hotel we stayed at before at around 13:40.
After afternoon tea at the lounge, we went to the popular pink church "Tan Dinh Church" that has been trending on social media.
The church with its pink walls makes a big impact! It really pops against the blue sky of Vietnam.
It's an 11-minute walk from the hotel to Tan Dinh Church, and there is a large park along the way, making it great for a stroll.
The next day, we explored the Book Street, where books from all over the world gather.
Book Street is a pedestrian-only lane with bookshops and cafes, about an 8-minute walk from the hotel.
There was a photo booth featuring Japanese manga and Harry Potter that really got us excited!
There's also a beautiful post office with an arched ceiling nearby, which is a recommended stop to pair with your visit.
On the way back, we went to the shopping mall "Vincom Center" to look for souvenirs.
Although it's a bit far at a 16-minute walk from the hotel, it is very convenient with a food court and supermarket.
We enjoyed coconut coffee at the food court and purchased lotus tea and snacks at the supermarket.
The vegan cosmetics "Cocoon", which I fell in love with during this trip, were abundantly stocked at the local drugstore and it was fun to try various products.
On the last day, we also visited the War Remnants Museum, which is a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
Novotel Saigon Center is a hotel that's close to tourist attractions and offers a lot of freedom during your travels.
Access to the club lounge is rare with HafH, so definitely consider booking it!
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