Style

Grand old French colonial-era dame with an impressive facelift

Rooms

175 rooms, including a full range of suites

Facilities

Serenade Restaurant, Cyclo Café, Breeze Bar, swimming pool, gym, and spa.

Setting

Located near the Saigon riverfront at the southern end of Dong Khoi St

From the hotel

Opened in 1925 as the city’s finest abode, the Majestic has gone through several reincarnations over the years, changes that reflect the tumultuous history of Vietnam. Extended and renovated in 2003, the hotel has played host to such dignitaries as President Francois Mitterrand of France.

From Hanuman

Arguably the most famous of the colonial-era hotels in Saigon, the Majestic has been fully restored and again offers some of the finest accommodation in the city. Romantics with an interest in the past should choose to stay here, although when it comes to pure comfort the Park Hyatt and Sheraton are ahead.