La Vela Saigon Hotel features 280 rooms across 27 floors at 280 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street, Ward 8, District 3. Booking.com 8.9/10 from 9,522 verified reviews, Trip.com 765 reviews. Spectacular rooftop infinity pool 48 metres long P-shape panoramic city views, plane-spotting, sunset cocktails, palm trees. MERMAID Restaurant breakfast, rooftop bar, fitness center level 4, outdoor pool, sauna, steam room, public bath, wellness packages, casino, lounge. Couples rate location 8.8/10. Free WiFi and parking. Within 5-minute drive Ben Thanh Market/Consulate Area, 1.8 miles city centre. 24-hour room service, air conditioning, safes all rooms. Spacious rooms, excellent breakfast buffet, friendly attentive staff. From $45/night (KAYAK), typically $82-$113. Free breakfast popular. Airport transportation available. Cleanliness well-maintained praised.
Nam Ky Khoi Nghia: District 3 Location 1.8 Miles City Centre
La Vela Saigon Hotel occupies 280 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street in Ward 8, District 3 (also addressed Vo Thi Sau Ward), positioned 1.8 miles from Ho Chi Minh City centre. Within 5-minute drive reaches Ben Thanh Market and Consulate Area connecting to major attractions and diplomatic district. Booking.com awards 8.9 out of 10 rating from 9,522 verified reviews demonstrating strong consistent guest satisfaction. Trip.com features 765 verified reviews providing additional feedback. Couples particularly appreciate location rating it 8.8 out of 10 for two-person trips indicating romantic appeal. Guest reviews highlight cleanliness with rooms and facilities praised for being well-maintained. Many guests appreciate central location though some mention road noise from busy Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street suggesting request for higher floors or quieter rooms. The District 3 positioning provides slightly more residential character compared to District 1 while maintaining proximity to commercial and tourist areas.
280 Rooms: 27-Floor Tower with City Views
The five-star property features 280 rooms over 27 floors creating substantial vertical accommodation tower. All 280 rooms offer 24-hour room service, air conditioning, safes, free WiFi and thoughtful touches supporting comfortable stays. Guest reviews consistently praise spacious rooms providing generous space compared to typical city hotel standards. The 27-floor height creates panoramic city perspectives with higher floors offering extended views. Room cleanliness earns positive feedback with well-maintained facilities noted across reviews. The substantial 280-room inventory ensures availability while 27-floor tower design maximizes views and differentiates La Vela from lower-rise District 3 properties. Guest satisfaction with room spaciousness represents frequent praise point contributing to overall 8.9/10 rating.
48-Metre Rooftop Infinity Pool: P-Shape Panoramic Views
La Vela Saigon Hotel's showpiece is spectacular rooftop infinity pool measuring 48 metres long forming P-shape running along entire length and breadth of building's rooftop. Situated atop 27-floor tower, the scenic pool offers panoramic views of city creating perfect setting for plane-spotting or watching sunset while nursing cocktails. Palm trees deck pool area creating tropical resort atmosphere despite urban District 3 location. The rooftop positioning delivers breathtaking city views extending across Ho Chi Minh City skyline. Guest reviews frequently highlight rooftop infinity pool as standout amenity with travelers loving great service, breakfast, infinity pool, facilities and location. The P-shape design creates distinctive visual signature visible from surrounding areas. Sun loungers and poolside service support all-day relaxation. The combination of 48-metre length, infinity edge design, panoramic views and palm tree landscaping creates Vietnam's most impressive hotel rooftop pool experience particularly for couples (8.8/10 location rating).
MERMAID Restaurant & Rooftop Bar: Breakfast Buffet Excellence
MERMAID Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with on-site dining convenience. Guest reviews highlight excellent breakfast buffet earning consistent praise for quality and variety. Free breakfast represents popular amenity frequently mentioned in positive feedback. The rooftop bar delivers cocktails and beverages with panoramic city views matching pool's elevated perspective. Sunset cocktails at rooftop bar while enjoying city vistas create romantic evening experiences. Some reviews mention crowded breakfast areas during busy periods suggesting early or late breakfast timing for optimal experience. The combination of MERMAID Restaurant breakfast excellence and rooftop bar sunset views creates comprehensive F&B program focused on guest-favorite amenities.
Level 4 Fitness Center, Sauna & Wellness Facilities
The swanky fitness center on level 4 provides modern exercise equipment for maintaining workout routines. Outdoor pool, sauna and steam room complement rooftop infinity pool creating comprehensive aquatic and wellness options. Public bath facilities support relaxation. Wellness packages available for spa treatments and rejuvenation programs. Lounge areas provide comfortable spaces for relaxation. Casino operates for entertainment options. The combination of fitness center, multiple pools (rooftop infinity and outdoor), sauna, steam, public bath and wellness packages creates extensive leisure and recreation program unusual for District 3 properties. Guest feedback notes well-maintained facilities contributing to overall property appeal.
Free WiFi, Parking & Airport Transportation
Free WiFi operates throughout property supporting connectivity needs. Free parking plus paid private parking on-site accommodate guests with vehicles addressing District 3's more vehicle-friendly character compared to congested District 1. Airport transportation available for guests with advance booking facilitating Tan Son Nhat access. Complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services and wedding services support diverse guest needs. Dry cleaning and laundry services maintain wardrobe during extended stays. The combination of free WiFi and parking represents significant value adds particularly for business travelers and guests with rental vehicles.
Guest Reviews: Booking.com 8.9/10 & 9,522 Verified Reviews
Booking.com awards exceptional 8.9 out of 10 rating from 9,522 verified reviews demonstrating strong consistent guest satisfaction across substantial feedback volume. Trip.com features 765 verified reviews providing additional validation. Couples rate location 8.8/10 for two-person trips indicating romantic appeal. Positive highlights include spacious rooms consistently praised, excellent breakfast buffet at MERMAID Restaurant earning frequent mention, spectacular 48-metre rooftop infinity pool with panoramic city views and palm trees, friendly attentive staff noted across reviews, and cleanliness with rooms and facilities well-maintained. Many guests love great service, breakfast, infinity pool, facilities and location. Some reviews mention challenges including road noise from busy Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street (request higher floors), elevator wait times during peak periods, and crowded breakfast areas when busy. The overwhelmingly positive 8.9/10 rating from 9,522 reviews demonstrates majority guest satisfaction with rooftop pool, breakfast quality, spacious rooms and service standards outweighing minor operational concerns. The substantial 9,522 verified review count provides reliable assessment of property performance.
Pricing & Ben Thanh Market Access: From $45/Night
KAYAK shows rates starting from $45 per night with typical pricing $82-$113 in recent two-week bookings representing excellent value for five-star rooftop pool experience. Free breakfast included contributes to value proposition. The 280 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street location in Ward 8, District 3, positions guests 1.8 miles from city centre with 5-minute drive to Ben Thanh Market and Consulate Area. The District 3 address provides more residential character with easier parking compared to District 1 while maintaining proximity to major attractions. Free WiFi and parking enhance value. Airport transportation available. The combination of $45+ starting rates (typically $82-$113), exceptional Booking.com 8.9/10 from 9,522 reviews, 280 spacious rooms across 27 floors, spectacular 48-metre P-shape rooftop infinity pool with panoramic views, excellent MERMAID breakfast buffet, level 4 fitness center, sauna/steam/wellness facilities, free breakfast/WiFi/parking, couples-friendly location (8.8/10), friendly attentive staff and well-maintained cleanliness creates compelling five-star District 3 value proposition particularly for travelers seeking rooftop pool excellence at accessible pricing.
Why Stay at La Vela Saigon Hotel
La Vela Saigon Hotel delivers exceptional five-star rooftop pool experience with 280 spacious rooms across 27 floors at 280 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street in Ward 8, District 3, positioned 1.8 miles from Ho Chi Minh City centre with 5-minute drive to Ben Thanh Market and Consulate Area. Booking.com awards exceptional 8.9/10 from 9,522 verified reviews with Trip.com 765 verified reviews. Couples rate location 8.8/10 for two-person trips. The property's showpiece is spectacular rooftop infinity pool measuring 48 metres long forming P-shape running along entire length and breadth of 27-floor tower's rooftop offering panoramic city views perfect for plane-spotting and sunset cocktails with palm trees creating tropical atmosphere. All 280 rooms include 24-hour room service, air conditioning, safes and free WiFi with guest reviews consistently praising spacious rooms and cleanliness noting well-maintained facilities. MERMAID Restaurant serves excellent breakfast buffet earning frequent praise with free breakfast included. Rooftop bar delivers sunset cocktails with city views. Swanky fitness center on level 4, outdoor pool, sauna, steam room, public bath, wellness packages, lounge and casino create comprehensive leisure facilities. Free WiFi and parking (plus paid private parking) with airport transportation available. Friendly attentive staff earn consistent praise. Some reviews note road noise from busy Nam Ky Khoi Nghia (request higher floors), elevator wait times during peaks, and crowded breakfast when busy. From $45/night (KAYAK) with typical $82-$113 representing excellent value for five-star rooftop pool experience. Perfect for travelers seeking Vietnam's most impressive 48-metre P-shape rooftop infinity pool with panoramic views, excellent breakfast buffet at MERMAID Restaurant, exceptional value ($45+ starting rates), spacious well-maintained rooms, couples-friendly location (8.8/10), friendly attentive service, comprehensive wellness facilities (fitness/sauna/steam/spa), free breakfast/WiFi/parking, District 3 residential character with easier parking than District 1, 5-minute Ben Thanh Market access, and exceptional 8.9/10 rating from 9,522 verified reviews demonstrating consistent guest satisfaction with rooftop pool excellence, breakfast quality and service standards creating compelling District 3 luxury hotel choice.
