Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City offers a peaceful sanctuary in Vietnam's bustling metropolis, where travelers can enjoy poolside dining and comfortable accommodations
Located in central Ho Chi Minh City, this hotel offers a retreat with an outdoor pool and swim-up bar. Guests can savor Vietnamese specialties at two restaurants, enjoy coffee at the on-site café, or book spa services including facials and manicures.
Located in District 5, a neighbourhood in Ho Chi Minh City, Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City is in the entertainment district. An Dong Market and Ben Thanh Market are worth visiting if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Saigon River. War Remnants Museum and Independence Palace are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Ho Chi Minh City travel guide
242 Tran Binh Trong St, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
What's nearby
An Dong Market
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Pham Ngu Lao Street
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Bui Vien Walking Street
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Ben Thanh Market
5 min drive - 2.7 km
Ho Thi Ky Flower Market
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Getting around
Van Thanh Park Station
7 min drive
Saigon Railway Station
10 min drive
Tan Binh - Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
26 min drive
Restaurants
Chit Chat At The Cafe
1 min walk
Cafe Cây Me Trần Phú
3 min walk
Cafe Khang
4 min walk
Bánh Canh Ghẹ Bà Duyên Hùng Vương
3 min walk
Ốc Gái
4 min walk
About this property
Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City
Luxury hotel near An Dong Market
Located close to War Remnants Museum and Ben Thanh Market, Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City provides a swim-up bar, a poolside bar and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to aromatherapy, a body scrub or a facial at Equinox, the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and Vietnamese cuisine. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
Other perks include:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers, pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
Free self-parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
Express check-in, coffee/tea in reception and tour/ticket information
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 333 individually furnished rooms offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
LED light bulbs, composting and eco-friendly cleaning products
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
50-inch TVs with premium channels and DVD players
Wardrobes/cupboards, free infant beds and free tea bags/instant coffee
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
WiFi in public areas is free with a 6-device limit
Parking and transport
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free secured, covered self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: VND 600,000 for adults and VND 300,000 for children
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
A swim-up bar
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Chit Chat at the Cafe
Etc..
Flo Lounge
Orientica Seafood
Pool Bar
Things to do
Bicycle storage
Children's pool
Full-service spa
Health club
Library
Outdoor pool
Sauna
Steam room
Family friendly
Children's pool
DVD player
In-room cot
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
6 meeting rooms
Business centre
Conference centre
Outdoors
Garden
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Full-service spa
6 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
Reflexology
Spa open daily
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Hardwood flooring in room
High-pile carpet in room
Lift
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
1 building
11 floors
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Built in 1996
Colonial architecture
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Living plant wall
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Rooftop garden
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free cot
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
50-inch TV with premium cable channels
DVD player
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Champagne service
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Minibar
Restaurant dining guides
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Composting
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electrical adapters
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: noon
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Express check-out available
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
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for VND 1200000.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately VND 600000 for adults and from VND 300000 for children
Airport shuttle fee: VND 7800000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: VND 1200000.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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; cash is not accepted
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Free in-room WiFi has a 6-device limit; WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 6-device limit
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City?
As of 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City on 12 Apr 2026 start from ฿3,688, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: noon. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City?
Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.
Does Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of VND 7800000 per vehicle applies.
Where is Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City located?
Located in District 5, this luxury hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of An Dong Market, Ben Thanh Market and War Remnants Museum. Saigon Square and Independence Palace are also within 3 mi (5 km). Ben Thanh Station is 29 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
6.8
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 578 reviews
10 - Excellent
262
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 578 reviews
8 - Good
217
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 578 reviews
6 - Okay
70
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 578 reviews
4 - Poor
14
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 578 reviews
2 - Terrible
15
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Hsin-Cheng
6 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My Premier Room was spacious, bright, and thoughtfully designed, with good amenities. Housekeeping provided two bottles of water each day, which was a nice touch. All the staff were incredibly friendly and made the stay feel genuinely welcoming.
A+++ from all the staff. Everyone was helpful and friendly. Great location in District 1. Facilities was clean and maintained. Thank you Tayce and team when I come back to Saigon I will stay here again 100% :)
We had a great stay at the Equatorial. We had kids also and the staff was friendly and helpful (sadly this is not the norm at all 5-star properties in Vietnam, so it was a nice experience). The pool is great, I would recommend a room by the pool. The food was also very food (slightly pricy compared to alternatives, but comparable). I would recommend this hotel as great option for visiting HCMC.
The hotel is beautiful, so clean, staff so helpful they cant do enough for you. The food (i am vegan) is so delicious. The hotel is a short taxi ride to all the main tourist landmarks. I love this hotel, the staff are the most attentive, kind and genuinely want to make your stay lovely. PLus they have a great outdoor pool !
Good service, well maintained and comfortable hotel. The only thing I feel that the hotel should do is to upgrade the wardrobe closet which is dated. Do not mind staying again in the future.
Overall stay was very good except the checkin as it took us 60 mins may be it was one of the bad days due to evening rush suddenly came. Rooms are good, breakfast is good, room service take some time to deliver the food. Location is good and staff is helpful. Casino inside the hotel so best option to exchange money is to do inside casino.
Very nice staff. Extremely helpful and polite. The room was clean and tidy. A nice balcony overlooking the city. The washing service was too expensive so I was disappointed with that. The washing was more than my clothes were worth. I should have checked so I do except that but was not expecting those prices. The pool area is lovely. Bar good service
Sasha
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
nicole
28 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was helpful and friendly. Breakfast buffet food was mediocre at best. Staff clears food immediately as breakfast ends. Few minutes late and no food for you. It’s a crime to have bad coffee in VN, capital of amazing coffee. Somehow this hotel manages to do this. Non smoking hotel but people still smoke. I had to complain twice about cigarette smell as soon as I left my room.
I booked 2 rooms for 4 person , there should be arrangement to have both next or near by each other since my great aunt is 88 yrs old and have difficulty in walking. It’s long debate during the checkin !! The front desk lady kept insisted that No available rooms that could be arranged nearby. After almost an hour finally I did get what I asked for. The experience was Horrible. I stayed in Equatorial Hotel since 2014 whenever I visit VN .ot never experienced like this.
All other services are excellent. Staffs are professional and friendly most times. The bathroom towels needed to replace with newer towels , they were overused. Thanks
The place was very clean and well kept, we specifically looked for hotels where there’s a gym. Having access to the Equinox gyms — they’re big, clean, and the huge pool was such a nice bonus. Trayce and the staff were also very accommodating in communications with us throughout our time - making sure we have proper hydration, towels, and any amenities that we may have forgotten. It really made our stay that much more comfortable and enjoyable. We definitely look forward to staying at everyone at equatorial again!
Rooms was spotless. Staff are very accomodating and welcoming to all guests staying at the hotels. What’s even better is that for anyone who is staying at this accomodation, you can directly get 20% on all grab rides.
Room nice, staff OK, helpful. Just no open restaurant past 9, bar/lobby lounge closed at 10. It’s a tour group hotel not fit for regular traveler. I made a mistake booking here. It’s in the middle of a residential old neighborhood as well. Nothing to walk to or see or do after 9 PM.