This might be the most renowned homestay chain in Saigon, with 3 branches located in the heart of District 1, providing abundant choices for travelers. On travel forums like TripAdvisor, many backpackers have showered praise on this Homestay, from its decor to service quality.


Invested with utmost professionalism, Town House seems to introduce a new concept of lodging: Still a home, still cozy like a homestay but equally equipped with luxury and convenience of a high-class accommodation. Here, you have 2 options: dormitory beds starting from 245,000 VND per night, to private double rooms priced from 825,000 VND per night.








The Common Room Project – 80/8 Nguyen Trai, District 5

'The Commmon Room Project (TCRP) isn't a hotel, nor a hostel. It's simply a home... when you're a thousand miles away from home!' - That's the adorable introduction of TCRP. With that spirit, TCRP's setup resembles a cozy abode - where you come and go daily, go to the market, cook.


TCRP boasts 4 dorm rooms with 48 beds in total, priced at $15/night (around 330,000 VND). Each dorm comes with a bathroom and unique decor. The Private area features 4 rooms in total. Priced at $60/night (approximately over 1.3 million VND).



The two most beloved areas at TCRP are the kitchen and rooftop. The kitchen is fully equipped from utensils to spices to ingredients for cooking, and all guests are welcome to cook. The rooftop has a bar open from 6 pm to 12 midnight, where people play board games. Every week, TCRP hosts a 'dinner exchange' event. Guests will learn to cook Vietnamese dishes with staff and then dine together. Incredibly cool!





Urban Havens – 121/61 Lê Thị Riêng, District 1



The youthful minds behind Urban Havens aspire to cultivate a cultural exchange space and foster an artistic exploration of Vietnam. With genuine sincerity and a desire for connection, Urban Havens believes this 'little home' will be an incredibly intriguing spot for relaxation, exploration, and artistic sharing.



At Urban Havens, you can effortlessly indulge in various centralized amenities like a bar, restaurant, café, or even vibrant local street food stalls, all within the serene and secluded confines of a mysterious alleyway. Each nook and cranny within the artistically adorned house exudes an indie and abstract charm. Room rates here range from $15 to $20 per night for a single room (approximately 330,000 to 440,000 Vietnamese dong). Dormitory beds are available for $7 per night (around 154,000 dong).








As Reported by Youth Knowledge
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
DiscoverVIVU.comJuly 1st, 2016