Title: THE RICE HOTEL Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=95147205&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # THE RICE HOTEL Authentic Vietnamese flavors and local experiences await in District 1, where delicious food, games, and modern amenities create a refreshing urban retreat ## Photo gallery for THE RICE HOTEL ![Property amenity - THE RICE HOTEL (Ho Chi Minh City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95150000/95147300/95147205/0f675135.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Premium Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, City View | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains - THE RICE HOTEL (Ho Chi Minh City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95150000/95147300/95147205/15a1aa71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - THE RICE HOTEL (Ho Chi Minh City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95150000/95147300/95147205/606a3ce7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - THE RICE HOTEL (Ho Chi Minh City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95150000/95147300/95147205/265ad956.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - THE RICE HOTEL (Ho Chi Minh City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95150000/95147300/95147205/fd572c55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies THE RICE HOTEL in District 1's vibrant center is steps from Bui Vien Walking Street and Pham Ngu Lao Street. Enjoy seafood at LUA DAI VIET RESTAURANT, connect with in-room WiFi, or spend evenings at the billiards table after exploring the neighborhood. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Business services - Laundry room £26 includes taxes & fees 18 Feb - 19 Feb ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 5 - Feb 6](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=95147205&PinnedHotelID=95147205&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=95147205&PinnedHotelID=95147205&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 6 - Feb 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=95147205&PinnedHotelID=95147205&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=95147205&PinnedHotelID=95147205&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 6 - 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Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Standard Single Use Queen Bed Room ![Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95150000/95147300/95147205/edd4e79e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Use Queen Bed Room - Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for Standard Double Bed Room ![Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95150000/95147300/95147205/e06dee3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Bed Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Standard Twin Bed Room ![Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95150000/95147300/95147205/ac4450b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Bed Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Signature Double Bed Single Use Room With Window ![Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95150000/95147300/95147205/ff2f67f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Signature Double Bed Single Use Room With Window - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHo-Chi-Minh-City-Hotels-THE-RICE-HOTEL.h95147205.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHo-Chi-Minh-City-Hotels-THE-RICE-HOTEL.h95147205.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in District 1 neighbourhood, THE RICE HOTEL is connected to a shopping centre. Ho Chi Minh City Opera House is a notable landmark, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Bui Vien Walking Street and Pham Ngu Lao Street. Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden and Saigon Culinary Arts Centre are also worth visiting. [Visit our Ho Chi Minh City travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ho-Chi-Minh-City.dx178262) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C10.76774%2C106.69438&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EhJNa47y5TkBqg1IP9fNGNWP1kU=) 40/9 BUI VIEN, DISTRICT 1, DISTRICT 1, Ho Chi Minh City, 848 ### What's nearby - ![Aerial view of downtown Ho Chi Minh City and the illuminated Bui Vien party street at night, Vietnam.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634141441227/5ff78c4e-2fd4-4348-8150-8865e8dd9fef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bui Vien Walking Street 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Pham Ngu Lao Street which includes shopping, night scenes and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6256328/ef923317-a049-4a89-87be-355fe43581e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pham Ngu Lao Street 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Ben Thanh Market featuring signage and markets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229744/57adec40-3ef8-4480-8e24-85691ff6cbb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ben Thanh Market 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Lion dance on lunar new year in saigon vietnam](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6256606/7db0dd91-21ec-4c21-860a-c3cdad17ebcc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Saigon Square 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![Dong Khoi Street which includes heritage architecture and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6256310/27bbd203-040a-4bc0-8e41-5aae9d891e1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dong Khoi Street 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles ### Getting around - Ben Thanh Station 6 min walk - Saigon Railway Station 9 min drive - Tan Binh - Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) 23 min drive ### Restaurants - Thi Bar 1 min walk - Go 2 Bar 1 min walk - Cheese Cofee - Bùi Viện 1 min walk - Spice India 1 min walk - 185 Happy Life 1 min walk ## About this property ### THE RICE HOTEL Hotel near Bui Vien Walking Street Close to Pham Ngu Lao Street and Ben Thanh Market, THE RICE HOTEL provides free continental breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at LUA DAI VIET RESTAURANT, the on-site seafood restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - A water dispenser, smoke-free property and a porter/bellboy - Luggage storage, concierge services and a TV in reception - A computer station, a billiards/pool table and tour/ticket information Room features All guest rooms at THE RICE HOTEL offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as late-night room service and free WiFi. 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Luggage storage - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Computer station ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 step to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in room - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - 6 floors - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Electric kettle - Minibar - Restaurant dining guides - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Desk chair - Laptop workspace - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as THE RICE HOTEL Hotel THE RICE HOTEL HO CHI MINH CITY THE RICE HOTEL Hotel HO CHI MINH CITY ## Frequently asked questions ### Is THE RICE HOTEL pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at THE RICE HOTEL? ### How much is parking at THE RICE HOTEL? ### What time is check-in at THE RICE HOTEL? ### What time is check-out at THE RICE HOTEL? ### Where is THE RICE HOTEL located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## THE RICE HOTEL Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 7.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 35 8 - Good 22 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Bryanna 21 Jan 2026 Liked: Amenities Smelled strongly of urine in the lobby. Staff was really nice. Room was run down but fine. Good to see the area ##### Bryanna Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Shaun 4 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Great location and lovely staff. Clean hotel. I had a nice 4 week stay here. Standard room is quite small so next time i would book a larger room. Certainly recommend this hotel. ##### Shaun Stayed 27 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas 3 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was accommodating, kind and helpful. The room was clean, with good a/c and whenever new towels, etc...qere requested they took care of it quickly. Would recommend and stay again. ##### Thomas Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samuel 14 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was small but had everything you could want. Staff was great! It was fantastic value for the price ##### Samuel Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### kenneth 16 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Very budget friendly and good location If budget is important The Rice Hotel is a good choice. Staff is great, food is good and room is clean and comfortable. It does need a face lift but considering all my 3 night stay was very good. ##### kenneth Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sally Ann 12 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Housekeeping daily and great customer service. Cheap and in a fantastic location for everything. Would highly recommend 😁 ##### Sally Ann Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angel J 17 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Awesome stay, clean room, no bugs, professional and friendly staff. Good price, good food, overall excellent experience and highly recommend. Area is a bit loud but it's downtown Ho Chi Minh, so it cannot be avoided. ##### Angel J Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sebastian 14 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I enjoyed my stay at the Rice Hotel very much! The staff were extremely kind and helpful and the breakfast menu was quite expansive and tasty! I would like especially thank Ms. Peony, who is a great Hotel Manager there, for accommodating me with a lovely room. My room was very clean and spacious. I have to say that my short stay in Vietnam and wonderful people there want me to go back there again soon. I’ll make sure to definitely book with the same hotel again next time I travel to Vietnam! ##### Sebastian Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon 18 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great spot for backpackers The staff was very helpful and I loved the convenience of 7-11’s and restaurants nearby. ##### Shannon Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Trine 16 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lovely place to stay and it was very central. That said, because it was so central to the nightlife you could also hear the street life until late. Overall I would recommend staying here but just be aware of the noise late at night. ##### Trine Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### George Quillo 22 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful Stay with Great Service! I booked two rooms with a friend and requested that we be placed on the same floor. The hotel went above and beyond by upgrading one of the rooms free of charge just to accommodate our request! The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, always checking in to see if we needed anything else to make our stay more comfortable. The hotel is clean, and the location is lively. If you're a traveler looking for nightlife and a vibrant city lifestyle, this is the place to be! I 100% recommend it — especially for #solotraveler. Truly impressed by their hospitality — I would definitely stay here again! ##### George Quillo Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Glen 8 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Staff is very friendly and helpful ##### Glen Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 13 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great Staff Stayed for 2 nights only , the location is very central easy to go around , easy access to taxi for airport transport. The place is okay with the price you are paying the staffs are very friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was great, will stay again if I visit vietnam again in the future . ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Robert 26 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good location if you want to be close to the Walking Street and shopping. I didn't try breakfast so I couldn't rate that. Room was small, but it was comfortable. ##### Robert Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Xenddie 11 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Rice hotel is very accessible around the city. A lot of restaurants nearby and nightlife. The room was clean and roomy. The only problem is theres no elevator for people only for luggages. Other than that, we were so happy during our stay. ##### Xenddie Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter 1 Dec 2024 Liked: Staff & service Very conveniently located, older hotel right at the start of Bui Vien Walking street. very clean and neat room in older facility. No elevator, so prepare to get your steps in! Price is very reasonable with breakfast included. Staff is great! Very friendly and available to answer all questuions. ##### Peter Stayed 19 nights in Nov 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Deepak 19 Sept 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was ok but very basic looking. Not a big fan of the shower being very close to the toilet. They would only provide very small bottles of shower gel. When I asked for more they only gave one more. They tried to give a reason why only one but due to language barrier I couldn't understand. The breakfast was tasty but it only consisted of one meal and one drink (not good if you need lots of caffeine in the morning). Much prefer a buffet. No views of the city. The staff were nice and I paid a little extra to check out at 6pm which was very helpful. The main reason to stay here is the location. It has many bars, restaurants and shops very close by. ##### Deepak Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cheong Ki 18 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I stayed in Deluxe Triple Room with 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, City View. The room was spacious. Staffs were very professional, nice and helpful... ##### Cheong Ki Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Pierre 28 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff was really helpful and large clean room. People have commented on the lack of elevator already (there is one for luggage). It is adjacent to a very busy, touristy street, crowded until late in the night. So if you are looking to sleep early, go somewhere else or bring ear plugs. As an FYI, breakfast is 50 meters away (no big deal) and takes \~30 minutes between ordering and eating so factor that in if you have a tour scheduled. ##### Pierre Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Juan 9 Oct 2023 Had to climb stair case not good for the bad knees. Sorry but service is great. Thank you. ##### Juan Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### BENNY 9 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Staff were very kind, courteous, and helpful. No elevator. Steep stairs to go up & down. Not good for elderly. "Open" shower area; no curtains. Everything gets wet: bathroom floor and toilet. Lots of restaurants around the hotel area. Approx 1/2 mile walk to the market place. ##### BENNY Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 18 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I absolutely LOVED my stay at this hotel. ALL of the staff were incredibly nice and helpful. Every time I would pass thru the lobby, the staff would ask me if there was anything I needed…every single time. It is a small older hotel that is similar to those around. The carpet on the stairs and hallways is a bit warn. But as soon as you enter your room, the bed sheets, comforter, pillows, and towels are extremely white and clean. You are 1/2 block away from Bui Vien Street, so of course you are going to hear music until late at night, that is just common sense. But that didn’t seem to bother me at all. The breakfast is served at an actual restaurant on the corner of a busy intersection about 1 minute walk from the hotel. The breakfast is ordered off a menu and it’s nice to sit and people watch as you’re eating. I had my laundry done at a place about a minutes walk from the hotel. Also took a bus to a beach and that was only about a 5 minute walk to where I was picked up. The location is perfect. I normally don’t spend much time at all in hotel rooms, so it was perfect for me. I would absolutely stay there again. You just can’t beat the price. ##### David Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Robert 6 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice clean room and excellent staff. Very conveniently located close to restaurants and bars. ##### John Robert Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LOVAN 30 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness A nice place at a great location. 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