Hotel Review: Sofitel Saigon Plaza
- January 19, 2024
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Sofitel Saigon Plaza’s sophisticated French inspired luxury in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City is a top address for business and leisure travellers alike.
Located seven kilometers from the international airport, Sofitel Saigon Plaza is smack in the middle of Ho Chi Minh’s business district. It takes about 25 minutes cab-ride to the hotel that is a grand building located on Le Duan Boulevard in District 1. Staying in Sofitel Saigon Plaza puts you right in the thick action of the bustling city and within a short distance of the commercial hub and the entertainment precinct.
The Grand Lobby
The French opulence and charm of Sofitel is markedly noticeable at the grand-lobby of Sofitel Saigon Plaza. Delicate chandeliers are suspended from the high ceiling of the circular lobby.
Chic furniture in the Sofitel brand colours are dotted across the lobby with fresh flower arrangements in the centre. Unique booth style individual reception counters with courteous staff welcome you to the hotel and check-in is swift with the helpful concierge team taking care of the luggage. Floor to ceiling windows in the lobby add to the abundance of natural lighting in the lobby as you stroll around the tastefully appointed foyer.
Rooms
Superior rooms at the hotel are spacious (30 sq.m) with a much acclaimed Sofitel MyBed king size bed. The med-soft bed was perfect for a good night’s rest after along flight and provided for much required lumber support. With soft, feather down pillows, it was a perfect match for a great sleep. Lighting in the room was controlled by the bedside console, with all controls ergonomically placed for guest ease and comfort.
Rooms are well appointed with fresh carpets in mauve tones with functional lighting and a Indo Chine style chair to kick back and relax enjoy the city view from large windows.
Working in the creative industry and travelling with a bit of camera gear, charging points are an important factor in my travel. It’s imperative to have multiple charging points to charge equipment and I was glad to see wall mounted USB and international charging points in the room.
The room comes with a espresso coffee maker for the mid-afternoon or early morning caffeine fix.
Bathroom is well appointed with Balmain amenities with a bathtub.
Club Millesime
The popular Sofitel club lounge ‘Club Millesime’ is situated on the 18th floor offers panoramic views of the bustling city. The Lounge offers private check-in and check-out.
The Lounge serves breakfast, afternoon tea and cocktails and canapes in the evening. The afternoon tea is a delightful serving of light snacks, fresh fruits and pastries with a hot or cold beverage to accompany.
Other benefits include a late check-out till 4:00 PM (when available), complimentary high-speed internet and also unlimited local calls.
Breakfast at Mezz
For the most important meal of the day, rise early and head to Mezz restaurant on the mezzanine floor where a sumptuous breakfast awaits.
Mezz restaurant serves breakfast fit for a king. Choices include the daily crispy bacon and scrambled eggs or the option of choosing from something suited to the region like a made to order Bahn Mi – a famous traditional Vietnamese sandwich made with crusty baguette and cured ham.
They say you can’t go to Viet Nam and not have a Bahn Mi and what better way to enjoy it that a street hawker style counter to get your sandwich!
Head upto the 18th floor after a long day’s work and soak up amazing views of Ho Chi Minh city’s French quarter and the bustling neighborhood. “S” Pool bar & Dining offers cool cocktails accompanied with tasty bar snacks to soak in the atmosphere.
Meetings and Events
Sofitel Saigon Plaza is an exceptional place for meetings with one of the largest selection of varied meeting venues. Whether its a gala event or a intimate event, choose from seven meeting rooms with a variety of catered food and beverage options to suit. Named after precious stones, they are presented the same way as well.
The perfect package
Sofitel Saigon Plaza offers the full package for business and ‘bleisure’ travellers. With sharp service, attention to detail and spectacular presentation, the hotel ticks all the boxes for one of the most memorable stays in comfort and luxury in Ho Chi Minh city.
