Riverside villa haven
Guests step off the private speedboat onto a quiet riverbank, entering a whitewashed French-colonial mansion framed by palms.
“Take a seat on the banks of the Saigon River at Villa Sông's Bistro Sông Vie for a rare moment of tranquility...”
What it’s good at
Notable
Private speedboat transfers along the Saigon River connect leafy Thao Dien to downtown.
Listed
Whitewashed French-colonial verandas look out over dark timber floors and courtyard gardens.
Listed
Individually styled suites overlook the water with deep soaking tubs and private balconies.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
They’re all unique, and come in varying sizes and layouts; the higher-end ones are spacious, and some offer beautiful four-poster canopy beds, romantic balconies, or views of the river.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
The quiet residential lanes of Thao Dien offer leafy boutique cafes, connected to central District 1 by private riverboat.
The rooms
Four-poster canopy beds, soaking tubs, and wrought-iron balconies overlook the slow-moving river or quiet inner courtyards.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Round daybeds and parasols line the saltwater pool, tucked among palm trees and tropical greenery in the courtyard.
The spa and gym
Thai massages and sea salt body scrubs fill the spa menu. Next door, exercise machines face the garden.
Restaurant
Bistro Sông Vie
Tables spread across an open-air terrace beside the river, serving traditional Vietnamese dishes, fresh seafood, and cocktails.
At the table
Guests gather on cushioned daybeds across the riverside terrace for tropical cocktails and light snacks at dusk.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.