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There are a variety of rooms, but all are large and clean, with fluffy carpets and kitschy bamboo detailing everywhere. The lampshades are big royal crowns, which are a hoot. There's good indirect lighting throughout. Some of the suites have beaded curtains and Christmas lights over the bathroom mirrors. The beds and pillows are firm but fat, and there are good views from some balconies. The Rex is in a great downtown location, across from a square that has a lively carnival atmosphere at night. It is also known for its rooftop bar, with its panoramic Saigon view. The pool is small, just a toe-dipper, but it's in a quiet courtyard. Amenities here cover all the bases, if you can find them in this labyrinth.
During the French time, the Rex began as a two-story garage located in the heart of commercial center of Saigon. Between 1959 and April 1975, Mr. and Mrs. Ung Thi, a Vietnamese couple purchased and renovated it into a six-story building with 100 guestrooms and renamed it as Rex Trading Center and then the US Information services rented much of the premises for office and residential use. The remaining space housed three cinemas, a cafeteria, a dance hall and a library. During the Vietnam War, the Rex was a favorite watering hole for American officers. Renovations have seen it return to some of its former splendor. Many of the city's best shops and restaurants are within easy walking distance. The hotel also has three restaurants, including the famous Rooftop Garden where you can enjoy a drink or a meal overlooking the busy streets below. Theme: HotelPrice: US$80-120 » Currency ConverterComparison: more expensive than averagePhone: (848) 829-3115Website: www.rexhotelvietnam.com/ Map: Rex Hotel (141 Nguyen Hue Street Ho Chi Minh City Vi 70000)
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I stayed here for 2 nights in January. I tried to book Duxton hotel but it was fully booked so I ended up in Rex Hotel's Suite room. I stayed on the 2nd floor and the window is facing the construction site, not so nice view. For the price $140 it is pricey but best if you have a group of 4 or 2 couples to share the Suite, actually the Suite comes with 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom. It is a new room, everything is clean and good. Overall the hotel is dated, generally the services are good, the rooftop restaurant is a nice place to unwind with decent food. There is a casino here but didn't have time to explore. There is also a health club and the massage service is quite cheap, only 160,000 Dong for 1 hour. While staying in Rex, I get 2 hours of free massage and 1 hour of Internet usage which is next to the coffee house on the ground floor. I believe there are other hotels around the area, best is to plan early and pay the price that you want. The breakfast is not great and service is below par. Unless you don't have a choice or you get a good bargain, I would say this is not a must-stay hotel.
Very good location. Theme: HotelPrice: US$120-180 » Currency ConverterComparison: more expensive than averagePhone: 84-8-8293115Directions: Right in Town Square, next to HCM People's Commitee buildingWebsite: www.rexhotelvietnam.com Map: Rex Hotel (141 Nguyen Hue Street Ho Chi Minh City Vi 70000)
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