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Ck Saigon Central Hotel Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City
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About the Hotel
241/8 Pham Ngu Lao,
Ho Chi Minh City,
Vietnam,
Ho Chi Minh Municipality
The 2-star Ck Saigon Central Hotel, formerly known as Big MaMa Hotel, provides a complimentary lounge area with computers and free coffee/tea service at 0.5 miles from Ben Thanh Market.
Modern Room Amenities
All rooms at CK Saigon Central Hotel feature tiled flooring, air conditioning, flat-screen cable TV, and refrigerator. Each unit includes a seating area and private bathroom with free toiletries.
Relaxed Lounge Space
The lounge area serves as a social space where guests can chat and enjoy beverages.
Essential Guest Services
CK Saigon Central Hotel staff provides luggage storage and laundry services. Travel arrangements and airport transfers are available for additional fees.
Strategic City Location
The hotel is positioned 6 miles from Tan Son Nhat International Airport and 1.5 miles from Hoa Hung. War Remnants Museum and Central Post Office are 1 miles away.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments
Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
General
Wi-Fi
24-hour reception
Currency exchange
Services
Airport shuttle
Laundry
Room features
Sitting area
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
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Location
241/8 Pham Ngu Lao,
Ho Chi Minh City,
Vietnam,
Ho Chi Minh Municipality
Map view
241/8 Pham Ngu Lao,
Ho Chi Minh City,
Vietnam,
Ho Chi Minh Municipality
City landmarks
Museums
War Remnants Museum
1.3
mi
Market
Ben Thanh Market
3400 ft
Museums
Independence Palace
1.2
mi
Tower
Bitexco Financial Tower
3400 ft
At the top of Dong Khoi St opposite Notre Dame Cathedral
Saigon Central Post Office
1.2
mi
Church
Notre Dame Cathedral
1.2
mi
Museums
Fine Arts Museum
3400 ft
Church
Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral
1.2
mi
Museums
Ho Chi Minh City Museum
1.2
mi
Public Building
People's Committee Building
1.2
mi
45 Truong Dinh
Mariamman Temple
3400 ft
Mall
Saigon Centre
3400 ft
Backpacker Street
3400 ft
26 - 28 - 30 Thu Khoa Huan Street
Benthanh Street Food Market
3400 ft
Nguyen Hue
Nguyen Hue Street
3400 ft
Zoo
Saigon Zoo And Botanical Garden
1.6
mi
Opera House
Saigon Opera House
1.2
mi
Parks
23/9 Park
3400 ft
66 Ton That Thiep
Sri Thenday Yuttha Panin Temple
3400 ft
48 Mã Lộ
Traditional markets
1.5
mi
120 Tran Binh Trong
Cho Quan Church
1.2
mi
Pagoda
Chùa Xá Lọi Temple of Buddha's Relic
1.3
mi
Mall
Nowzone Fashion Mall
1.2
mi
Nearby
Stadiums
Tao Dan Sports Center District 1
1900 ft
Bui Vien Street
1900 ft
Gallery
Minh Anh Art Gallery
500 ft
192 Bui Vien District 1
The Sun 2 Art Gallery
700 ft
Pham Ngu Lao Street
1900 ft
6/15 Cach Mang Thang Tam Ben Thanh
Drink Vietnam
1500 ft
Church
Catholic Church Huyen Sy
1600 ft
Restaurants
Bun Cha 145
1100 ft
145 Bui Vien Pham Ngu Lao Ward
Cyclo Resto
2300 ft
Unit 28 No 6 Cach Mang Thang Tam Street Ben Thanh Ward
ABC Bakery & Cafe
200 ft
225 223
Taj Mahal Restaurant
0 ft
241-265/1 Pham Ngu Lao Quan 1
Five Oysters
1300 ft
234 Bui Vien St.
Pho Quynh
900 ft
323 Pham Ngu Lao
Nha Hang Asian Kitchen
1000 ft
185/6 Pham Ngu Lao Pham Ngu Lao Ward
Kim Cafe
800 ft
268 De Tham
L. cafe
500 ft
243 De Tham St. District 1
Journeys Sandwich Cafe
1500 ft
21 Nguyen Van Trang Ben Thanh Ward
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
68%
enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again
6.8/10
Nice
Rooms
5.6
Location
9.2
Service
8.4
Dining
7.6
Guest reviews
6.8/10
based on 5 reviews
7.1
7.1/10 based on 36 reviews
Yvonne
United Kingdom,
December
2024
7.4/10
My stay at CK Saigon Central Hotel was mostly enjoyable, thanks to its fantastic location and friendly staff. The cleanliness of the rooms was commendable, although I did find the bed to be terribly uncomfortable. The nearby attractions and amenities made exploring the city a breeze! 🌆
Rooms
5.0
The room I stayed in was clean and comfortable, but the bed and pillow were extremely uncomfortable. 😩
Service
9.0
The staff were always helpful and ready to assist with a smile, especially Hong who provided excellent service throughout my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly situated in a quiet alley, just a minute's walk from the vibrant Bui Vien Road and close to grocery shops and restaurants.
Dining
8.0
Dining options nearby were plentiful, offering a great variety including delicious thin crispy fries.
Facilities
7.0
The laundry service was convenient, and the available airport shuttle was a helpful addition to my stay.
Eva
United Kingdom,
December
2024
7.0/10
My stay at CK Saigon Central Hotel was a mixed experience. The location was fantastic, tucked away in a quiet alley near the bustling backpacker's area. but the room had issues that detracted from the overall enjoyment. The staff were friendly and accommodating, especially the woman at the front desk who went above and beyond to assist me.
Rooms
5.0
The room was spacious, but had a strong cigarette smell, and the air conditioning leaked. Other rooms appeared to be larger and more comfortable.
Service
7.0
The staff were generally friendly; the front desk lady was particularly helpful in organizing my travels, yet some of the other staff weren't as eager to assist.
Location
9.0
The hotel is ideally located just 30 seconds from Pham Ngu Lao Street, making it easy to access the backpacker area while still being in a quieter location.
Dining
7.0
There were dining options nearby, including places offering Japanese food, adding variety for meals.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had essential facilities like laundry service and a lift, which were quite convenient.
Evelyn
United Kingdom,
December
2024
7.0/10
I found Ck Saigon Central Hotel to have a fantastic location, just a couple of minutes from the pub street and markets. However, I dealt with some pretty noisy rooms and questionable laundry service. The friendly staff, especially the lady at reception, added warmth to my stay.
Rooms
5.0
I stayed in two different rooms and both were quite tiny and noisy, with issues like stained walls and pesky ants. The sound insulation was poor, making for restless nights.
Service
8.0
The reception staff were incredibly helpful and friendly, especially the lady who assisted with everything from booking tours to handling taxis. Her warm demeanor made my stay more pleasant.
Location
9.0
The hotel is perfectly located in the heart of District 1, within walking distance to key attractions and right at the bus stop. I loved the accessibility to nearby dining and street food.
Dining
7.0
I enjoyed the various dining options near the hotel, including some excellent Indian food nearby and convenient street food right around the alley.
Facilities
5.0
While the hotel offers laundry services, my experience with them was disappointing as my clothes returned in a worse condition. However, they do provide airport shuttle options.
Christopher
United Kingdom,
November
2024
7.4/10
Staying at CK Saigon Central Hotel was a great choice for me. The location in a quiet alley was perfect, and the staff were genuinely friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean, but they were a bit small, which is expected given the hotel’s setting. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would definitely return.
Rooms
7.0
My room was clean and comfortable, with a great window that let in natural light. Although it was on the smaller side, it had all the essential amenities, including a refrigerator.
Service
9.0
The staff went above and beyond to make my stay pleasant. They were friendly and extremely helpful, even assisting me when I arrived early in the morning.
Location
8.0
Located in a small alley in the bustling backpackers area, it was within walking distance to many attractions like the War Museum and Central Post Office. Plus, it was nice and quiet despite the nearby nightlife.
Dining
8.0
There were plenty of dining options nearby, with local restaurants offering amazing food. I even found some lovely spots for homemade jams!
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered good facilities, including laundry services and an airport shuttle, making it convenient for travelers like me.
John
United Kingdom,
October
2024
5.6/10
I had a good experience overall at Ck Saigon Central Hotel. The location is fantastic, as it's tucked away in a quiet alley yet close to vibrant eateries and attractions. However, my first room was rather tiny and not ideal, though the second room was much more comfortable. The service from the manager was really good, making my stay enjoyable.
Rooms
6.0
My first twin room was quite cramped, with little space to move around. but the second room with a large queen bed was spacious and airy.
Service
9.0
The manager was incredibly helpful and attentive, offering assistance with laundry and directions. Overall, I felt well taken care of.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in a perfect spot, only a short stroll to the main backpackers area. yet the alley provided a peaceful retreat at night.
Dining
8.0
I appreciated the cheap beer available downstairs. and there were plenty of dining options within walking distance.
Facilities
7.0
I found the facilities basic but sufficient, with access to laundry services and help organizing tours.
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