Thao Nhi Hotel

185/20 Pham Ngu Lao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam·View on map

Very good412 reviews
8.5
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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 12:00
Parking✕ Not available
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Thao Nhi Hotel is a one-star hotel on Pham Ngu Lao street in District 1, the central district of Ho Chi Minh City, with air-conditioned rooms and a terrace. It suits travellers who want an inexpensive base in the middle of the city, with a 24-hour front desk, private check-in and check-out, and luggage storage. Guests often praise the friendly, family-run team, which accommodates requests such as an early check-in.

The three room types are all air-conditioned and have a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. The Double Room is 15 m² with one large king-size bed, the Twin Room is 18 m² with two single beds and a sofa, and the Twin Room with Balcony is the largest at 20 m², with a balcony and a view. Room service is available, and the hotel offers an airport shuttle, which is paid.

Free WiFi is provided in the rooms, and there is no parking, so guests arriving by car should plan a drop-off nearby. For a stay focused on sightseeing on foot, the hotel's position in District 1 keeps the main markets and museums within a short walk.

Rooms

3 room types · 15–20 m²

Thao Nhi Hotel has three room types, and all of them have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. The smallest is the Double Room at 15 m², built around one large king-size bed with a seating area. Each room sleeps two guests, and one child can be added, so the range suits couples, solo travellers and families with a child who are happy to share a room.

The two twin rooms each have two single beds, which suits two friends or colleagues who want separate beds. The Twin Room is 18 m² and adds a sofa and a safety deposit box. The Twin Room with Balcony is the largest at 20 m², with a balcony, a terrace, a view and a separate bath and shower, so it is the choice if you want an outdoor space from your room.

Double Room — Thao Nhi Hotel

Double Room

15 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Seating areaMinibarFlat-screen TV

The smallest room in the range, at 15 m², this double room is built around one large king-size bed and is the only room with that bed type. It has a seating area, a flat-screen cable TV and a minibar. The private bathroom has a bath or shower and tiled floors.

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Twin Room — Thao Nhi Hotel

Twin Room

18 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed
SofaSafety deposit boxMinibar

At 18 m², this twin room is larger than the Double Room and has two single beds plus a sofa, a feature the other rooms do not share. It also has air conditioning, a minibar, a flat-screen cable TV and a safety deposit box. The private bathroom offers toiletries and a bath or shower.

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Twin Room with Balcony — Thao Nhi Hotel

Twin Room with Balcony

20 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed
BalconyViewTerrace

The largest room at 20 m², this twin room has two single beds, a balcony with a view and a terrace, which sets it apart from the other two. It is the only room with a separate bath and shower. Guests also get a flat-screen TV, a minibar and a desk.

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Facilities

49 facilities
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Airport shuttle
Room service
Flat-screen TV
Non-smoking rooms
Shower
Minibar

The facilities focus on the services that make a short city stay easier. Guests have a 24-hour front desk, private check-in and check-out, luggage storage, room service, ironing and laundry, and the hotel has a 24-hour security service and a safety deposit box. A lift serves the upper floors, and there is a terrace on site.

Free WiFi is available in public areas, and the rooms also have free WiFi. The hotel has no parking, but it offers an airport shuttle, which is paid. Non-smoking rooms and a designated smoking area are available, and family rooms are offered.

In the rooms, guests find air conditioning, toiletries, towels, slippers, an electric kettle, a refrigerator, a wardrobe and a dining table, while a flat-screen TV offers cable and satellite channels.

General

  • Terrace
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
  • Shuttle service
  • Wake-up service
  • Lift
  • Room service
  • Child safety socket covers
  • Designated smoking area

Food & drink

  • Kids' meals
  • Minibar

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Socket near the bed

Media & technology

  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet services

Thao Nhi Hotel sits in a quiet alley off Pham Ngu Lao street in District 1, the central district of Ho Chi Minh City. Chùa An Lạc, a working pagoda, is 50 m away, and September 23 Park is 100 m away. Guests describe the position as quiet for such a central address, with the central market, the bus stations and the backpacker area around Bui Vien street all close by. The Pham Ngu Lao area is the budget-travel quarter of the district, with many guest houses and simple eateries.

Tan Son Nhat International Airport is 5.5 km away, and Saigon Railway Station, the main rail station for trains from other parts of the country, is 2.3 km away. Ben Thanh Station and the Bến xe buýt Sài Gòn bus station are each 500 m from the hotel. The hotel has no parking, so guests arriving by car need to arrange a drop-off nearby, and the hotel runs a paid airport shuttle.

For sightseeing on foot, the Ho Chi Minh City Fine Arts Museum and Ben Thanh Market are both 600 m away, and Independence Palace is 900 m away. Tao Dan Park, 650 m away, is a green place to rest between visits, and Bach Tung Diep Park is 1 km away. The Museum of Ho Chi Minh City is also about 1 km away. Several cafés and restaurants lie 50 m from the hotel, including Hương Vy and Siam Juice Bar, so simple meals are close at hand.

  • Chùa An Lạc
    Working Buddhist pagoda in the streets beside the hotel
    50 m
  • September 23 Park
    Public park a short stroll from the hotel
    100 m
  • Ho Chi Minh City Fine Arts Museum
    Museum of Vietnamese fine art, an easy walk away
    600 m
  • Ben Thanh Market
    Covered market for food, crafts and souvenirs
    600 m
  • Independence Palace
    Former presidential palace open to visitors
    900 m
  • Museum of Ho Chi Minh City
    City history museum in the old centre
    1 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want a budget base in the centre of Ho Chi Minh City, with Ben Thanh Market 600 m away and the Pham Ngu Lao backpacker area close by.
  • ✓you want good value for money, a score that guests rate highly.
  • ✓you need an airport shuttle, which the hotel offers as a paid service.
  • ✓you want a room with a balcony and a view: the Twin Room with Balcony is 20 m² with both a bath and a shower.
  • ✓you want room service, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk for a short city stay.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you arrive by car: the hotel has no parking, so you need to arrange a drop-off nearby.
  • ✕you are a light sleeper: some guests find the air conditioning, water pumps and doorbells noisy.
  • ✕you expect spotless rooms every time: some guests reported insects and stained linens.
  • ✕you need space for more than two adults: every room sleeps two guests, and one child can be added.

What guests say

412 verified reviews
8.5

Guests praise the quiet alley position for such a central address, the friendly family-run staff and the low rates for budget travellers. The main drawback is cleanliness: some guests reported insects and stained linens, and a smaller number found the air conditioning, water pumps and doorbells noisy.

Location9.5
Staff9.2
Free WiFi9.2
Value for money9.0
Cleanliness8.6
Comfort8.4
Facilities8.3

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Thao Nhi Hotel cost?

Rates at Thao Nhi Hotel change with the season, the room type and the dates of your stay. You can check the current rate with our booking partners for your dates.

How do I get to Thao Nhi Hotel?

Thao Nhi Hotel is on Pham Ngu Lao street in District 1, 5.5 km from Tan Son Nhat International Airport and 2.3 km from Saigon Railway Station. The hotel runs a paid airport shuttle, which is an easy way to reach it from the airport. There is no parking, so a taxi or ride-hailing car needs to set you down nearby. The Bến xe buýt Sài Gòn bus station is 500 m away. Check-in starts at 14:00.

What is near Thao Nhi Hotel?

Chùa An Lạc, a working pagoda, is 50 m from Thao Nhi Hotel, and September 23 Park is 100 m away. Ben Thanh Market and the Ho Chi Minh City Fine Arts Museum are both 600 m away, and Independence Palace is 900 m away. Ben Thanh Station is 500 m from the hotel, and Tao Dan Park is 650 m away. The backpacker area around Bui Vien street is close by.

Does Thao Nhi Hotel have free WiFi?

Yes, Thao Nhi Hotel provides free WiFi in its public areas, and the rooms also feature free WiFi. Guests who need to work or stream video in their room can rely on this without paying an extra fee.

Does Thao Nhi Hotel have parking?

No, Thao Nhi Hotel has no parking available. Guests arriving by car need to arrange a drop-off nearby on Pham Ngu Lao street, and the hotel's paid airport shuttle is an alternative for the airport transfer.

Does Thao Nhi Hotel offer an airport shuttle?

Yes, Thao Nhi Hotel offers an airport shuttle, and the shuttle service carries a fee. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is 5.5 km from the hotel. The hotel also provides a general shuttle service alongside luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk.

Which room at Thao Nhi Hotel has a balcony?

The Twin Room with Balcony at Thao Nhi Hotel is the only room with a balcony. At 20 m², it has two single beds, a view, a terrace and a separate bath and shower, and it is the largest room in the range.

Does Thao Nhi Hotel offer room service and luggage storage?

Yes, Thao Nhi Hotel offers room service and luggage storage, and its front desk is staffed 24 hours a day. Private check-in and check-out are also available, and the hotel provides ironing and laundry services.

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