Picolo recommends · Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Hotel Nikko Saigon
Outside, a river of scooters. Inside, a hushed lobby, Japanese precision and a breakfast big enough to last you until the evening.
Saigon, as most people still call Ho Chi Minh City, is loud, hot and always moving. Hotel Nikko is the opposite: a large, modern hotel on the edge of District 1, run with Japanese attention to detail.
Rooms are generous, the pool is a place to recover, and you can eat Japanese or Vietnamese without going out. Breakfast is enormous. For Ben Thanh Market and the old colonial landmarks you will need a taxi, but the ride is short.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Hotel Nikko Saigon
We picked Nikko for travellers who want calm and comfort at the end of a long trip. It is a reliable base where everything works.
You are not in the most atmospheric part of the city, so you will take taxis to the markets and the river. If you want street life outside the door, look closer to the centre.
What you get
- Outdoor pool
- Japanese and Vietnamese restaurants
- Large breakfast buffet
- Japanese-style service
- Spacious rooms
A day at Hotel Nikko Saigon
- Morning
- A long breakfast before the heat builds.
- Midday
- Ben Thanh Market by taxi for street food and shopping.
- Afternoon
- A swim, then a nap through the worst of the heat.
- Evening
- Japanese dinner in the hotel or a rooftop bar in District 1.
Location
District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Open in MapsQuestions about Hotel Nikko Saigon
Where is Hotel Nikko Saigon located?
It is in District 1, towards the edge of the centre, so most of the sights are a quick taxi ride away.
Does Hotel Nikko Saigon have a pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor pool, which is welcome in a city this hot.
Can I book a Mekong Delta trip from Hotel Nikko Saigon?
Yes. Day trips to the Mekong Delta leave from Saigon, and the hotel can help you arrange one.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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