http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews.html en-us Hotel Reviews about the Rex in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Copyright 2009 AsiaRooms.com 100 28 http://www.asiarooms.com/ http://www.asiarooms.com/images/asiarooms-rss.gif AsiaRooms.com: Rex Hotel Reviews http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/925173.html It was quite a pleasant stay, except that our room is facing the main road, which can be quite noisy at night and the rates given was at the old wing, which was abit old when we were shown the new wing. The breakfast was good..... Tan Keng Lee Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:36:51 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/924738.html all staff were very helpful and friendly. my only problem was that on web site they don't specify that the prices are for the old wing only. breakfast , it is a must that you try the omelettes. Ms. Sampson, Fiona Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:16:06 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/924556.html very good hotel but the some room at the first floor is not good Mr. Gerlando, Dalfino Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:17:03 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/921087.html I love the location of Rex Hotel, right in the heart of HCMC. It's very convenient for me to move around for my business meetings. Staff members are friendly and helpful. For eg. I requested for a change of room and they acceded to my request imm... Ms. Sam, Melinda Mon, 20 Jul 2009 01:42:57 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/920667.html Most of the hotels staffs provide good service. However, the room cleaning took quite a while to get back to us on our request. The old wing is quite disorganised and stuffy. The swimming pool is too small. The location is great/ convenient tho... Ms. Sutjipto, Megawati Tue, 14 Jul 2009 01:35:23 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/919634.html We had a wonderful stay. thankyou Mrs. Barton, Casey Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:36:04 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/919590.html My room seemed a bit worn and ought to have carpets removed. Believe there is a newer section. Pool nice, as well as roof top bar. Excellent tour guide service! Mr. Stangeland, Geir Mon, 29 Jun 2009 05:53:07 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/918655.html The room number 419 which was assigned to us, was really and extremely noisy because of the live music coming from the "rooftop" bar and restaurant until late in the evening. The only small window of the room was opened to a corridor so the room wa... Mr. Groleaurenaud, Louis Tue, 16 Jun 2009 20:42:29 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/918336.html The service is and breakfast is pretty good, yet the room just can't live up to my expectation for a so called 5 star hotel. Ms. Wang, Fang Sat, 13 Jun 2009 01:11:30 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/917971.html i'd booked superior room in old wing. when i entered into the room, its really old. i checked and there is a new wing there. therefore, i decided to move to old wing by adding additional $50US / nite. the room in new wing is SO SO SO NICE! i love it ... Ms. Cheung, Sarah Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:26:08 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/917412.html Breakfast was fantastic, as was the location and the facilities, however the service was lacking - bags not even taken from the front to the reception for us. Then when taken to the room they expected a tip - obviously a lot of Americans have stayed ... Ms. Dwyer, Debra Sun, 31 May 2009 11:34:30 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/917122.html We were in the old part of hotel which is in bad state and noisy.Choose the new wing absolutely Mr. Bernardie, Rudy Wed, 27 May 2009 04:22:26 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/916718.html The main problem we had was the buiding work due to the unacceptable noise level. I could not relax in our room , have a conversation or even speak on the telephone. Reception was made aware of the awful noise. (they could hear the banging and drill... Mrs. De Sousa, Liza Thu, 21 May 2009 08:14:06 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/915979.html The location is fantastic and the staff very friendly. Mr. Costa Tritto, Marco Antonio Mon, 11 May 2009 05:23:39 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/915283.html my stay was great other than the eerier walk way that i have to walk pass to go to my room, it would be better if the walk way which my room was around is brighter. Ms. Lum, E Ning Sun, 03 May 2009 02:49:45 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/904606.html Great hotel, great location, great service. Vilu Fri, 09 Jan 2009 06:46:42 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/895963.html I stayed at the Rex (an affordable 4 star hotel) and also the Majestic (an expensive 5 star hotel). I have to say that i thought the Rex was a far superior hotel in every way! The room was large, the restaurant facilities were great, the spa was amaz... Ms. Hatherley, Alanna Sun, 12 Oct 2008 23:40:08 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/880735.html Im very disappointed in this hotel. I dont mind the bad reviews about the decor but our room stank of smoke and there was basically nothing that could be done about it ! The room was over priced, the service mediocre, and the room aging , smelly ... Ms. Ho, Angeline Mon, 26 May 2008 11:56:25 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/876539.html We reserved the hotel for 3 nights, but i canceled the first night on time by e-mail and telephone specially due to the cancelation of my flight, but the fature of the hotel is still for 3 nights, and it's the problem of the travel agency, we are not... Mr. Houben, Ewald Sun, 20 Apr 2008 14:55:36 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/814224.html The hotel is in need of major renovation which was what they were doing when we stayed at the hotel. The room was ok and the noise from the street was horrendous. The food is ok though. I would definitely recommend not to stay there. Bad experience... Ms. Tabar, Loan Wed, 02 Jan 2008 17:07:28 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/770336.html Excellent location to Ben Thanh markets, and shopping district, restaurants, local sights. Great extras like 1 hour of free internet and laundering of 2 articles of clothing per person, per day, FOC. Ms. Leifels, Kerrie Sun, 04 Nov 2007 04:49:33 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/755937.html 1) When i book the room, i select 2 audit 1 kid but when i reach hotel, they told me the room is too small for add a bed. So i have pay US$ 60 to get bigger Room. == My feedback is to add more detail in booking data for easy reference and make correc... Ms. Cheo Tee, Ang Mon, 15 Oct 2007 12:59:58 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/730971.html Beautiful interior settings and decor. Have a mix of rattan and wood designs in almost every wall or ceiling. As this building is built years ago, some staircase or corridors seems aged, but it exudes a sense of past old time stories. It reminds m... Mr. Chee Kien, Lam Tue, 11 Sep 2007 15:01:37 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/729519.html The hotel looks lovely from the outside but the main areas and rooms are dated, although they are undergoing a total refurbishment. The room size was good but lacking in space to put clothes, there were no draws, only a wardrobe. It was also very n... Ms. Newton , Samantha Mon, 10 Sep 2007 09:23:13 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/727789.html Service is good, friendly, and help for, the room service food is very good. Mr. Yu, Steven Fri, 07 Sep 2007 16:53:49 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/718430.html Very good stay at The Rex,the staff overall are friendly and love to chat especially the waiters. Reception staff were not as friendly,but efficient,overall a great location and loved the roof top bar/restaurant, fabi seafood buffet worth every cent,... Ms. Davies, Susan Mon, 27 Aug 2007 06:39:24 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/673499.html For me the hotel was nice, but a bit expensive. I think that in Vietnam you can find cheaper hotels with similar facilities. The staff was very nice at reception, and the terrace is beautiful, but not the swimming pool. Breakfast was good too, with a... Mr. Aldamizetxebarria, Andoni Mon, 20 Aug 2007 14:32:29 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/672230.html good location ,room size ok but no windows, no view same a cellar... Mr. Besnier, Regis Mon, 20 Aug 2007 10:37:03 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/628271.html Far to expensive for what you get. Mrs. Stijns, Anna Tue, 14 Aug 2007 18:26:59 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/555175.html in the downtown . it is so convinience Mr. Hsien Hao , Chang Sat, 04 Aug 2007 04:50:26 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/481702.html The location is hard to beat. Must do *** drinks at the roof top bar of a night time. There was free broad band internet which was a nice suprise. The only blight on our stay was the fact that we booked a triple and the third bed was a trundle bed. I... Ms. Parker, Jacqueline Sun, 29 Jul 2007 23:58:19 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/262112.html Everything was fine apart from I lost a pair of earrings and a necklace from my suitcase during my stay. So it would be advisable to remind all visitors to lock their suitcases up before they leave their room.I never thought that it would happen. The... Mr. Nguyen, Quang Wed, 18 Jul 2007 09:07:07 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/210396.html Overall the hotel is fine. The best thing about staying at this hotel was the central location. The room was clean and comfortable. However, the facilities at the Rex was not that great. The swimming pool was small and it did not seem clean. The mass... Mr. Benjamin, Tan Sun, 15 Jul 2007 10:31:07 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/196661.html The hotel is very old and in no good shape, the facilities e.g. pool and gym are not vell maintained. The worst part is, that the rooms are very very noisy due to the traffic and renovation works ! Not recommendable at all. Mr. Geller, Bjoern Fri, 13 Jul 2007 21:38:33 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/194676.html The location is great. The room was an old room but it was kept clean and comfortable. We got a deal price through Asiarooms and that will be the only way I would stay again. The price they normally charge is too high compared to other four and fiv... Mr. Arsenault, Steven Wed, 04 Jul 2007 12:52:19 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/193394.html The hotel is located on a lovely street, in the heart of things. A short walk to the main market and the all the travel agents. Staff could have been much nicer to us though! We found them unwilling to help and very unfriendly Mr. Burke, Mairtin Tue, 26 Jun 2007 09:27:02 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/193209.html The Rex is in a great location with in easy walk of many attractions. The supermarket across the road makes for cheap meals, as does the food court directly opposite. $1 USD for a light meal is sensational value. Breakfast is delicious with a wide ra... Mr. Munro, Richard Mon, 25 Jun 2007 09:33:42 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/193207.html It was a very pleasant stay in your hotel. I was pleasantly surprised. Mr. Hammernick, Mathias Mon, 25 Jun 2007 09:22:15 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/192895.html My husband and I stayed at the Rex Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in May 2007 and had a wonderful experience! Not only was the hotel beautiful and the meals and service outstanding, when I left my purse containing all of our travel documents -... Gronemeyer, Jay And Cathy Sat, 23 Jun 2007 16:09:04 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/190792.html The Rex is one of the best positioned hotels in HCMC. It is a refined building from the colonial period. It will be interesting to see how the new wing they are currently building will change the ambience. The rooftop bar is a safe haven for travele... Mr. Murray, Brian Mon, 11 Jun 2007 04:32:56 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/189979.html I like the location of the hotel which is nearby to various places of attractions. Mr. Tuck Cheong, Hui Wed, 06 Jun 2007 05:35:16 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/188900.html Excellent facility. However I am engaged to be married to a lovely Vietnamese woman, and the current policy is that no Vietnamese ladies are permitted in the guest rooms unless they are married to that specific man, and have proof of that marriage. ... Mr. Kaderabek, James Thu, 31 May 2007 03:02:09 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/188333.html Whilst hotel is centrally located it is an older style hotel and being challenged by newer boutique accommodation in the same area. Mr. Bowden, Antony Mon, 28 May 2007 02:54:27 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/187386.html This hotel has everything you need and great value for money. The only thing I would suggest is that you ask to see your room first when you check in. Be specific with what type of room you want eg, balcony, spacious, floor level etc. If you are not ... Megan Gospo Tue, 22 May 2007 03:59:27 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/186651.html The staff atthe Rex were amazing.They booked flights to Nah Trang the day we wanted to leave (we couldn't figure out the train) and the concierge let us know the flight is the same price. The hotel is old school war hotel, they are starting renos so ... Susan H. Thu, 17 May 2007 07:57:46 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/186479.html Very nice historical hotel!! Daniele Wed, 16 May 2007 06:55:11 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/185730.html The Hotel is old and undergoing renovation. The furnishing throughout the Hotel is old and done with fairly poor taste. Make sure to ask for room away from renovation noise. The two pieces of free laundry per day per person was really beneficial. We ... Mr. Lauc W Sat, 12 May 2007 00:34:45 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/184296.html Rex Hotel is great, very well located in the heart of HCMV, it has this slighltly old-fashioned feeling that I really like, it has a great terrace with good restaurant and an open air swimming pool above the terrace which it very pleasant , despite t... Mr. Hullot, Jean-marie Thu, 03 May 2007 21:49:03 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/183576.html We had an ugly room at the last end of the hotel, but directly near the building work. A dirty looking carpet was in the room and the furniture looks old and very used. Nobody showed us our room, so that we had to search it in a lot of corridors. The... Mrs. Merz, Susanne Mon, 30 Apr 2007 09:36:52 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/182888.html Very good hotel in great location. The hotel decor is dated, but saying that, it was very clean, breakfast was good, roof top beer garden was a great spot to knock down a few tigers. We upgraded the room which was worth it. Not the flashiest hotel ar... Mr. Findling, Simon Thu, 26 Apr 2007 05:03:12 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/181795.html I read the reviews so I should have known...my fault. This hotel is GREAT for location and AWFUL for just about everything else. As many of the reviews say, this hotel is just not up to measure. Specifically: the hotel corridors are not enclosed (... Mr. Goldstein, Daniel Fri, 20 Apr 2007 08:55:45 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/181728.html We really enjoyed our stay at the Rex. The location is fantastic and close walking distance to all the major sites such as Reunification Palace, War Mueseum and good restaurants. Rooms were a good size although decor was a little bit dated it was... Mr. O'connell, Matthew Fri, 20 Apr 2007 01:00:58 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/180354.html small pool great service over all will come back..great location needs upgrade... Mr Alwin Mendonca Fri, 13 Apr 2007 12:41:46 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/180079.html Its BIG.. its old.. the halls are HOT.. so as soon as you leave your room for the 100 or 200 yard walk to the reception.. you getting hot.. and going to and from your room is . just a pain.. Personal preference is for easy in easy out hotel .. with s... Mr. Clee, David Thu, 12 Apr 2007 06:41:00 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/179342.html This hotel is a bit tired. What they call deluxe rooms and what I call deluxe rooms is a fair bit different and the beds were very hard and uncomfortable. Having said that, the location is great and the staff try hard. Mr. Marles, Geoff Sun, 08 Apr 2007 23:57:06 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/177963.html Hotel not what I expected. Room directly over street and slept for two hours only the first night! Moved to quieter room for next night. Bathrooms look very tired. Rooms drab in general. Many staff have limited English, but most do try hard to help. ... Mrs. Karim, Rosalie Mon, 02 Apr 2007 02:42:11 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/177383.html The Rex was good. The service was excellent. My room was adequate. The food was good. And the bar was good. Value for money was OK. What more do you want. Charlie Gregiry Cardiff UK March 07 Mr. Gregory, Charles Thu, 29 Mar 2007 09:12:02 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/177282.html bon rapport qualité/prix avec le discount très bien situé dans le centre Mr. Rollin, Patrice Wed, 28 Mar 2007 16:24:52 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/174790.html Hotel was half demolished on one side and very noisy. Room was internal so no window looking out anywhere! Extremely noisy inside and out. Breakfast good! Donna Flanagan Thu, 15 Mar 2007 08:53:59 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/173627.html I am thoroughly impressed with the facilities and services provided by Rex. The food is fantastic and the rooftop view is top class. Highly recommended venue for international tourists. Mr. Le, Hien Thu, 08 Mar 2007 23:21:39 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/170004.html Overall excellent location and value - the Friday night buffet with wine high standard and superb value. Bill Orme Sat, 17 Feb 2007 09:56:15 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/169508.html The hotel is under renovation and working to upgrade to five stars. For that to happen not only a substantial face lift in the "public areas" is needed, but also a different attitude among staff. The did not reach the level of service that you expect... Ms. Carrborg, Charlotte Tue, 13 Feb 2007 14:55:56 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/168227.html For the price it is good. But the rooms are worn and need updating. Location is very good. Lobby is nice.Shower was hard to use. Be sure to ask for inside high floor room away from traffic and music, or you won't be able to sleep. Free internet and b... Mr. Claman, Jeffrey Mon, 05 Feb 2007 15:32:00 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/168159.html My room was located in the east wing, right below the rooftop garden bar (Room # 42x). No way of sleeping before 1am and longer than 7am. Mr. Werner, Mario Mon, 05 Feb 2007 08:25:04 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/153322.html The Rex is a good and centrally located choice for Ho Chi Minh City. The rooms are of a good standard, clean and recently renovated. Staff are helpful and the internet access and breakfast included in our rate were good. The rooftop bar is also a ... Mr. Powell, Justin Sun, 29 Oct 2006 14:26:37 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/152673.html Very good hotel..I like.. Mr. Ban Bin, Ong Tue, 24 Oct 2006 10:55:02 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/151935.html For value for money the Rex was an excellent hotel. Few hotels in big cities in Vietnam have great views and no noise, this is a reality of life. However the rooms clearly seemed to be positioned to minimise the noise level out on the always busy str... Pauline Wed, 18 Oct 2006 11:27:03 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/151349.html services are excelent. facilities are good. bathroom is somewhat not safe for old folks and children: why? 1/ glass shelf is too low, anyone can bump the head to the glass-shelf everytime while using the sink to wash face or brush teeth... 2/ bat... Mr. Nguyen, Son Sat, 14 Oct 2006 17:53:59 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/151302.html The Rex is in an excellent location, but at present that is about all I can say it has going for it. There is a lot of construction going on, and has been for some time according to the plan on the ground floor, and our room was next to this. It seem... Mr. Smith, Dominic Sat, 14 Oct 2006 08:23:54 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/150269.html nice first impression,but gets worse as you get to room.needs a multi million dong refit in all areas!sadly the competition will extinguish it otherwise.if you want kitchy nostalgia though its great! Mr. Burnet, Max Fri, 06 Oct 2006 08:54:24 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/148867.html We spent 4 nights at the Rex and loved it. The location was excellent, and the moment we stepped in the door the service was impeccable. We had a room with verandah and it was slightly noisy but you had to expect that in the city. The food was goo... Clarence, Christine Mon, 25 Sep 2006 05:02:54 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/146765.html Great location! The staffs are even better. The breakfast is fantastic... Most of all, the staff are wonderful and very helpful. The room is clean... I think wireless internet service will bring in a lot of business travelers. Huynh, Tran Fri, 08 Sep 2006 04:58:26 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/146700.html We were happy staying at Rex. The room was Ok though a bit old. Location is very good at the centre of the city and the service is excellent. Bachtiar, Cecilia Eka Erratna Thu, 07 Sep 2006 09:43:30 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/146060.html The Rex Hotel wasn't of a standard befitting a four star hotel and we didn't feel our stay at The Rex contributed to an otherwise memorable second visit to Vietnam. The positive aspect of staying at this hotel is it's location but there are many h... Rabjones, Jodie Sun, 03 Sep 2006 12:08:41 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/144796.html Personally I feel that the staffs in REX Hotel HCMC are friendly and I like their service. Prompt response upon any request. Nice cafe at the 1st storey can provide meal and nice music also live band in the evening. Free an hour internet surfing co... Kian Seng, Lim Fri, 25 Aug 2006 06:55:14 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/144642.html Our stay at the Rex was OK, after recovering from the fact that half the hotel has been demolished, (which just happened to be the view out of the window). Pool area was in state of demolition, however the rooftop bar made up for this. Water pressu... Woods, Jane Thu, 24 Aug 2006 05:20:07 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/143011.html A splendid old hotel in a good location. The hotel is in the process of being upgraded. The room was huge although it was difficult to find our way around the hotel as there are 2 wings. The pool area is very poor and needs improving but the roof ... O'hara,kathleen Sat, 12 Aug 2006 21:03:26 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/141755.html The staff was very courteous and helpful. The breakfast menu was diverse, plentiful and tasty. The attached Rex Royal Court restraunt, with it's dancers and musicians in native costume was excellent and a very pleasant surprise. The rooftop bar and w... White, Kenneth Wed, 02 Aug 2006 02:18:21 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/137284.html The ultimate choice for great location and Saigon kitsch. Health club is poor, but at least they have one. Rooftoop pool and garden bar with WiFi are fantastic. Even though under construction, this was not such a disturbance -- but do ask for a room ... Sprasso Fri, 23 Jun 2006 13:27:37 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/137114.html The place is well located and has quirky charm, but the room we had was terrible as around 4am we had extremely loud noises from the restaurant above which meant no more sleep then on. Lake, Nicholas Thu, 22 Jun 2006 02:33:57 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/134189.html Historical hotel, with a very good location in front of Uncle Ho's monument. Very near restaurants and shopping centers, Ben Tanh Market is also within walking distance. The room is just right in size, with a big balcony. Good breakfast and helpful s... Samson, Rj Thu, 25 May 2006 01:05:37 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/133405.html I stayed two nights at the REX which was great. I traveled for one day away from Saigon and stayed somewhere else. I returned to the Rex and had paid for a deluxe room, (one step up from my previous room), but was disappointed when it was smaller and... Hovre, David Wed, 17 May 2006 21:33:32 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/132933.html This is a very average hotel. The rooms, while not small or large, just aren't particularly comfortable. Starting with the hard beds. Couples and seniors will want better. Style-wise, the hotel is a bit garish and dated. Besdies all this, Rex's best ... John B. Sun, 14 May 2006 07:53:22 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/132913.html The Rex has its good and bad points. I really enjoy the location, and the feeling you are "in the heart" of Saigon. It is a traditional "old world" hotel with all the charm and elegance of the French colonial period in Vietnam. However, the policy of... Kivi, Bruce Sun, 14 May 2006 06:27:27 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/132359.html Nice Room. I was surprized that they didn't help bring luggage up to room. Also no clock in the room! Hovre, David Tue, 09 May 2006 02:19:03 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/131958.html This was my first time to Vietnam and the Rex was an excellent choice. The room was great value for money! Large, clean and the bathroom was new. Towels and sheets were very clean and fresh. Laundry service was super fast. Room service meals were aga... Millington, Peter Fri, 05 May 2006 07:22:49 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/131614.html My boyfriend and I stayed 2 nights at this hotel and in general were satisfied with the hotel for the economical price we paid. The location was awesome, right in the midst of the city center, close to great shopping and restaurants. The free breakfa... Leslie Tue, 02 May 2006 02:59:11 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/130083.html The place sells on one thing, "location" as it is a great place if one likes to travel by foot to the nearby places of interest. The swimming pool is way too small for a proper swim. Overall, the hotel is very old and I suppose that is the reason why... Tan, Alicia Thu, 20 Apr 2006 08:33:07 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/128469.html Excellent stay again, even though the building work is going on at the present time. I wouldn't stay anywhere else in Saigon. Thanks. Bates, Steven Thu, 06 Apr 2006 16:10:46 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/127419.html The hotel rate is a bit pricy Huynh, Van Tue, 28 Mar 2006 19:49:14 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/127323.html Great hotel if your after something with a little history. The hotel is being upgraded although we did not get affected by the building works. Hotel roof top bar is a must see. Catterick, David Tue, 28 Mar 2006 04:46:30 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/121656.html I was very happy with the room and facilities. Unfortunately I missed experiencing the roofdeck coctails since it was always full. Flores, Cynthia Mon, 06 Feb 2006 15:17:34 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/121192.html Great place great location. Viggiano, Paul Thu, 02 Feb 2006 01:26:14 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/120082.html WE HAD A PLEASANT STAY THE ROOMS COULD BE UPDATED Hirst, Rohan Sun, 22 Jan 2006 16:06:28 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/115273.html The room was very nice and really big, the bathroom was quite new. Note: We had booked a suite. The service was not up to standard: very inflexible, slow, we had to wait a lot, limited knowledge of English. This applied to reception, bar and breakf... Widmann, Norbert Sun, 11 Dec 2005 10:10:19 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/110849.html The hotel was not like expected. It was loud because it was under renovation and the room had a very strong smoke smell. Marta Mon, 10 Oct 2005 11:38:27 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/109906.html I have been travelling to saigon since 1994. I have been staying at the Rex Hotel for 10 yearsandnbsp; andnbsp;I would not stay there again . Iandnbsp;will also be suggestioing to all my friends and associates they do not stay there either - becau... Laurie K Gilbert Sun, 25 Sep 2005 05:05:10 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/107706.html Was disappointed in the hotel itself.andnbsp; The room itself was fine but the noise from the street made it impossible to sleep.andnbsp; You can tell it once used to be magnificent but they have let it go.andnbsp; The location however is superb.andn... Aikaterine Tue, 16 Aug 2005 23:00:15 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/107607.html We stayed at the Rex for 2 nights.andnbsp; Arrived late on the first night and were put in the old part of the hotel which was 3-4 minute walk from Reception. Asked for non smoking room but room we were given you could smell the smoke.andnbsp; The ro... Carmel Murphy Mon, 15 Aug 2005 10:19:45 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/107151.html I have stayed at The Rex on several occasions and recently it is starting to lose a little lustre, even with the recent renovations. We were originally offered a room with a window that looked onto the corridor. I am not normally too fussy but there ... Matthew Hall Sun, 07 Aug 2005 07:46:06 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/106487.html Hotel under major renovation at present which is quite disconcerting especially when arriving late at night. Most interior rooms seem to overlook building site despite thisandnbsp;Restaurants and services fine, a haven to escape from the bustle of th... Jacqueline Hodge Tue, 26 Jul 2005 03:02:21 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/106427.html excellent position. Whilst my friend was happy with the deluxe room I upgraded to the suite and was very satisfied. Very good value, roomy and spotless.andnbsp;I intend to visit again. d v jonesandnbsp; andnbsp; David V Jones Mon, 25 Jul 2005 10:19:18 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/106075.html I really enjoyed staying in the Rex hotel. Convenient location, beautiful lobby, friendly staffs, and the room is cleanandnbsp;and nicely decorated. One side of building is torn down for renovation, so the Rose garden is no longer there. Christine Tue, 19 Jul 2005 16:27:04 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/105263.html MY SON AND I THOROUGHLY ENJOYED OUR 4 DAY STAY AT THE REX HOTEL AFTER A FABULOUS 30 DAY STAY IN VIETNAM. IT WAS THE PERFECT PLACE TO RELAX AFTER TRIPPING AROUND CHOLON, BEN TRAHN MARKET AND VARIOUS OTHER ENTICEMENTS SAIGON HAS TO OFFER. THE STAFF WAS... Linda Swift Thu, 07 Jul 2005 01:43:51 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/105056.html We stayed at both the Rex and the Grand whilst in Saigon. My advice....... don't bother with the Rex and book the Grand. The rooms are much better at the latter. Rachel Williams Mon, 04 Jul 2005 05:32:29 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/104895.html We stayed at the Rex hotel for 4 nights. Room (deluxe)andnbsp;was big and bright. The bathroom was spotless clean. We were especially impressed with the service - great staff! They were always smiling, very polite and obliging. The breakfast spread w... Janice Fri, 01 Jul 2005 10:46:01 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/104759.html Rex is a great hotel. Stayed 5 nights. Location, staff, breakfast all very good. Only complaint is the mattresses which are harder than rock, I couldn't get a good nights sleep. I asked to be moved after 1st night, which did obligingley, however 2nd ... Peter Wed, 29 Jun 2005 05:34:09 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/104620.html Stayed 5 nights. Staff, breakfast, room andamp; location excellent. Pool andamp; rooftopandnbsp; a bonus. Only criticism is the beds, they are rock hard. I tried 2 rooms andamp; a freind in a third room said the same, so guess all beds the same. The ... Peter Sun, 26 Jun 2005 10:58:28 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/104546.html Although my stay was brief, only two days the Rex hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. Check in was quick and efficient and the room was clean and roomy. Although there were renovations in progress it did not interfere with the running of the ... Warwick Wilks Fri, 24 Jun 2005 18:21:16 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/103827.html My time at the Rex Hotel was fantastic. The staff were extremely polite and helpful (they made you feel like royalty), the rooms were wonderful. Oh and yes the breakfast was 1st Class! My only regret was not staying there too long. Andrew Fri, 10 Jun 2005 19:17:06 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/103582.html We stayed at the Rex hotel for four nights on arrival in Vietnam. It was great, room comfortable and serviced well. Pool was great after a hot day out seeing the sights. Best of all was the fabulous breakfast - terrific. We are staying again on our l... Anne And Greg Mon, 06 Jun 2005 11:06:34 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/102846.html We stayed two nights at the Rex hotel. Our room was more than adequate, even though it was on the back side of the hotel. Major renovations were being completed but the effect of these had been minimised. Breakfast would have to be one of the best! Peter And Jenni Sun, 22 May 2005 21:33:19 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/102547.html The Rex hotel was great . Staff very very friendly and courteous. Even with all the renovation work going on there was very little noise (and I mean very little). I would definitely stay again. Cathryn Sun, 15 May 2005 08:10:14 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/101194.html Cannot say enough good things about the Rex Hotel! Beautiful rooms, great roof top bar and rest., great food and of course the excellent staff. And I mean EXCELLENT! I would recommend this hotel to anyone and I would not consider staying anywhere els... Roy Sat, 09 Apr 2005 02:53:38 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/14613.html An excellent hotel with a lot of good facilities,We stayed in one of the the apartments which was very spacious and all rooms had air conditioning.The hotel is very conveniently located but what really makes this hotel isandnbsp;its staffandnbsp;andn... C Irwin Tue, 07 Dec 2004 11:17:08 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/14598.html The Rex is the grand dam of hotels. Staff was pleasant and helpful. Rooftop garden and pool were great. Rooms were good size but needed updating. Included breakfast was terrific. Great central location. Chris Khalifah Tue, 07 Dec 2004 01:21:31 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/14367.html The location of the hotel is great since it is very convenient to local boutique shops as well as Cho Ben Thanh, which is good for shopping for souvenirs,andnbsp;purses, wallets, watches, clothing, etc.andnbsp; My husband and I also stayed at the Dux... Trang Fri, 26 Nov 2004 06:42:48 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/14079.html We love the Rex, especially the staff and the location.andnbsp; The food is great.andnbsp; This is our second visit to the Rex and we would not stay anywhere else if we are lucky enough to have another trip to Ho Chi Min City. Pat Mcdonough Mon, 08 Nov 2004 23:55:19 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/13356.html Location of the hotel is great asandnbsp;its walking distance to Dong Khoi Street where the boutiques and cafes are.Service is good and breakfast is a feast where there is plentyandnbsp;of choice for a buffet.Strongly recommend for anyone who wants t... Sheila A. Koh Tue, 28 Sep 2004 17:12:51 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/13353.html Location of hotel is great since its walking distance to Dong Khoi Street where the rows of boutiques and cafes are.Service is good and breakfast is a feast withandnbsp;plenty of choice for a buffet.Strongly recommend for anyone who wants to discover... Sheila A. Koh Tue, 28 Sep 2004 17:03:15 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/8378.html We have been back to the Rex twice now and would not dream of staying anywhere else in Ho Chi Minh City. All the staff are so friendly and eager to help you with any questions or luggage (and boy did we have luggage) HCMC is a delightful city can't w... Claire Broughton Mon, 17 Nov 2003 22:22:35 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/8057.html We spent 14 days at the Rex and found it to be an ideal location to explore Ho Chi Minh City. The food was great and the staff as helpful as you would want. I will give it 10/10 as I can not think of anything that was wrong and look fondley on ... Soren Tue, 13 May 2003 14:18:39 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/5740.html My wife and I stayed at the Rex for 4 nights. The interior decor of the hotel was beautiful - something you could not find in the more modern hotels. The suites were very nice and the staff was extremely friendly and efficienct. The rooftop bar and r... John Thu, 02 Jan 2003 17:00:00 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/5651.html Spent a most enjoyable evening at the roof top restraunt, found staff to be extremely friendly as is the case with most Vietnamese people. Would give atmosphere 41/2 stars. Barrie Fricker Thu, 29 Aug 2002 18:00:00 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/738.html Recommended - excellent location and ambience. There was some slight misunderstanding about the type of room I had reserved but this was corrected immediately, courteously and without fuss. B Gardner Fri, 23 Apr 2004 02:59:58 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/737.html This hotel no doubt has the best service I have experienced. The restaurant and bar on the 5th floor is famous and rightly so. Being in the centre or the city it is close to everything. I would recomend this hotel to anyone. R Larbalestier Fri, 23 Apr 2004 02:59:06 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/178162--hotel-reviews/736.html Overall good rating. Location of hotel is great. Unfortunately I had inner room, one with the outside view is better. Roberto V Fri, 23 Apr 2004 02:57:44 +0100