Ho Chi Minh City has long been the stage for era-defining history and glitzy go-getters mingled with perfumed temples. Hotel Des Arts was at once seamlessly stylish - combining a taste of the 1930s with romantic suites and an artistic flair that runs like a fine thread throughout. In the lobby, chandeliers hang like curled ribbons, open bird cages act as decor and tea trays, and an exquisite array of artwork lines the walls. In the heart of Saigon (the energetic city centre), a walk down the sweeping boulevards reveals grand architecture and monuments that recall a sobering past.
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The rooms are a delight, with cloud-like beds, hand-crafted couches and rosewood parquet floors topped with suede floral rugs. Massive windows let in views of the gardens and city, which can be enjoyed from the plush lounge. Heavy drapes separate the bathroom, which is decked out with marble counters, tall mirrors and, in the larger rooms, a red Victorian tub. Furnished with simple gold lamps, gilt-framed TVs, a Nespresso machine and oil paintings, the suites are lovely but understated. The Sky Executive Suites have a private reception, exclusive wine evenings and high tea.
Its name isn't just a nod to the eye-popping design, the hotel is also a living gallery for an impressive collection of paintings and antiques.
The bar attracts a pretty trendy crowd and with DJs who stop at nothing to create a buzz, we recommend arriving early if you'd rather enjoy a relaxed tipple.
Although the view is second to none, the hotel pool is on the small side and sits alongside the bar.
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Hotel Des Arts Saigon can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Vietnam trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Vietnam trips featuring Hotel Des Arts Saigon or get advice and suggestions from one of our Vietnam specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Hotel Des Arts Saigon start from around $310, or US$310, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
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