Riverside Hotel In Saigon

This hotel is really old, so the windows aren't double-glazed, which means rooms facing the street are incredibly noisy. If you don't want a street-facing room, your only option is one without a window. But then, those are in a completely different building, and you can't even use the regular guest elevators – you have to take the service elevator. Today, when I was checking out, the staff member moving linens monopolized the service elevator for over ten minutes. I had no choice but to carry my big suitcase down three flights of stairs myself. On top of that, my room had a very strong renovation smell. The breakfast options were also extremely limited; honestly, there was hardly anything to eat. I'd say there were no more than 15 items in total, including fruit, and only three drink options: water, apple juice, and 'watermelon juice,' which was basically just a bucket of water with a few pieces of watermelon floating in it. Most importantly, I found the hotel staff to be very cold. The front desk staff, both at check-in and check-out, barely cracked a smile. Forget a friendly welcome; it felt like I owed them money. I don't know what this hotel is so arrogant about. I barely saw any other guests at breakfast this morning. With business like that and this kind of service, it's no wonder their business is getting worse and worse. All I can say is, I wish them success, Na Ying!

There are actually two Riverside hotels, so make sure to clarify which one you're going to when taking a taxi, as the other is the Renaissance Riverside. Although this is a 3-star hotel, it truly exceeded my expectations. I've stayed at several 4-star hotels in Ho Chi Minh City, and none of them compare to this Riverside. There's no need to pay extra for the Renaissance next door; it's an older hotel too. When choosing a hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, the width of the entrance is often a good indicator. The hotel's amenities are high quality, the breakfast is plentiful, and the service is excellent. The doorman was also very friendly; I tipped him as a thank you. All in all, this is a historic and well-maintained hotel, proving that a Ferrari is still a Ferrari, even when it's old.

The facilities are classic, and the cleanliness is the best I've ever seen – truly spotless. It's convenient for getting around, with the Saigon River right outside the window, and plenty of dining options nearby. Many attractions are within walking distance.

Facilities: The hotel has a more vintage decor. While the facilities aren't new, they're all perfectly functional. Cleanliness: It was very clean, and there were no strange odors in the room. Location: The hotel is situated by the Saigon River. Cross the road and a 5-minute walk brings you to Saigon Bridge. It's in the absolute heart of Ho Chi Minh City, like being on the Bund in Shanghai in China. Service: The front desk and staff were very friendly. My luggage was delivered directly to my room. The breakfast was also excellent, and the value for money is unbeatable! Overall, my stay at this hotel was incredibly impressive!