Right in the heart of lively Ð De Tham and the backpacker area, Art Hotel is cheap and simple but has something many around here don't - character. The entrance is through Pham Ngoc Dai's tiny art studio-cum-shop, crammed with skilful reproductions spanning Monet, Dali, Warhol an… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

With broadband Internet connections in the attractively designed rooms, the Canadian offers the business traveller or just anyone who wants a computer in their room a good reason to stay. The prices, too, make plenty of sense no matter how tech-savvy you are. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

It's only a couple of minutes from Ð De Tham and the heart of the Pham Ngu Lao backpacking area, but the Giang Son's position in a quiet alley feels much further away. And if you like the location, you'll love the prices. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The intimate Guest House California is a relatively recent addition to the Co Giang landscape, and a welcome one at that. The rooms are clean, comfortable and surprisingly inoffensive in design, and the welcome is warm. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Located a few minutes walk from the busiest part of the Pham Ngu Lao backpacker area, the Ha Vy is a family-run minihotel that has been getting good reviews from travellers for 10 years. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

On Ð De Tham, in the very heart of the Pham Ngu Lao backpacker area, Hotel 265 has a location and a sort of friendly aunty service that has made it a popular choice for years. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

A newish addition to the plethora of lower mid-range places rising like rice in a paddy from the Pham Ngu Lao landscape, the Huynh Anh stands out for the quality of its rooms, enthusiastic service and fair prices. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Long a favourite in Saigon's Pham Ngu Lao backpacker heartland because of its location smack bang in the middle of Ð De Tham, the Lan Anh offers a bit more luxury than some of its competitors and has a lift! Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Madame Cuc and her simple hotels have become something of an institution in Saigon. The family atmosphere, friendly service and non-stop drinks make the comfortable rooms worth the little extra you pay compared with some other budget places in the Pham Ngu Lao backpacking mecca. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Michael Caine stayed here. Seriously, he did! With director Phillip Noyce during the shoot for The Quiet American in 2001. They heard on the Saigon grapevine that Madame Cuc's was a family-run, friendly place in the backpacking quarter, and over they came from the Caravelle. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

In an alley about 10 minutes' walk from Ð De Tham and the main Pham Ngu Lao backpacking area, laid-back Miss Loi's has become a favourite among budget travellers looking for something quiet, comfortable and family run. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Ngoc Son stands out among Saigon's budget places because it's run by family who make you feel genuinely welcome. The eight rooms are relatively large for the money, but it's the smiles and overall good vibe that you'll stay for. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The location near the airport and reliable business services make the Novotel a popular choice among business travellers. But this is not your average boring business hotel - it has a tasteful, classy feel well beyond its price- range. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

You might not find the sort of peace that will have you walking in the steps of the Buddha, but the Peace Hotel does offer you a room at the core of the Pham Ngu Lao backpacker district within stumbling distance of most of the bars, restaurants and travel cafes. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The owners may never have even heard the word, but the kitsch here is difficult to top. It begins in the ground-floor souvenir shop and extends to the rooms upstairs, but the beauty is that it's totally unaffected. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Since soon after it was built in 1960, the Rex has been part of the folklore of Ho Chi Minh City (nee Saigon). These days its ambience of bamboo kitsch is stunning in its totality - there is barely a surface, vertical or horizontal, not adorned with rattan. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Saigon's first attempt at 'boutique' accommodation is stylish, personal and good value for money. The spacious rooms have become popular, especially with business people. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Originally built to house US Army officers during the 1960s, the Saigon Star today is a solid mid-range hotel in a great location, opposite Cong Vien Van Hoa Park and within easy walking distance of the city centre. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

A couple of blocks north of Lam Son Square in the centre of Saigon, the Spring Hotel is one of the better options for mid-range travellers who want to stay within easy walking distance of the historic sites and business area. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The Spring House offers a surprising amount of style for a Saigon hotel at the lower end of the mid-range. The tasteful rattan decor lends the place a light, bright almost Japanese ambience that is well complemented by efficient, easygoing service. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Tucked away in a winding ally off Ð Pham Ngu Lao in the heart of the budget travellers area, Thuan Duc was opened in early 2005 and offers simple-but-great-value rooms. Full Lonely Planet Review ›