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Empress Hotel IMS Ho Chi Minh

2.5 of 5
136 Bui Thi Xuan Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Empress Hotel IMS Ho Chi Minh
Ranked #108 of 322 hotels in Ho Chi Minh City
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Hong Kong, China
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12 reviews 12 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

We stayed here for five days. Our room was quite charming (we dig the rustic look!) and it was good value for money. There wasn't a lot of extra space but the bed was huge and we got everything we needed. The staff were also helpful and organized a couple of little day-trips for us and we also did some... More

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Cary L, General Manager at Empress Hotel IMS Ho Chi Minh, responded to this review
9 April 2013

Dear Konchok, I'm glad to learn you had a nice stay with us and thank you very much for taking time to post your comment on Tripadvisor. A small hotel like us do not have the mega budget to spend on advertising so comments like these are much appreciated although we welcome constructive criticisms as well so we can make... More

Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2013

I have been staying at this hotel regularly for over 6 years it was always an very good hotel, but sadly that seems to have changed. My usual suite was not available due to renovation so the hotel confirmed a corner suite. I book a suite so I can hold business meetings in the room. However the corner suite turned... More

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Cary L, General Manager at Empress Hotel IMS Ho Chi Minh, responded to this review
10 January 2013

Dear Guest, I am very concerned to learn that nothing went right during your recent stay. Some of the problems would probably could have been avoided if your regular suite was available. Regardless, you should not be accommodated in a room with the extra bed still set in the living room. I sincerely apologize for the lapse of service and... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 November 2012

Their cute notice saying minor renovation work from 9-6 should read Major renovation work including impact drilling and demolition starts at 8am and goes on incessantly til 8 pm. Staff were helpful and considerate but even the top manager was powerless to stop them at 8am. Having got back from the clubs at 3am I was not amused. It also... More

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CaryLeung, General Manager at Empress Hotel IMS Ho Chi Minh, responded to this review
19 December 2012

Dear Mr. Ferguson, I'm terribly sorry for the noise that deprived you of rest and sleep during your recent stay with us and I thank you for understanding the difficulties in controlling the construction crew. I would like to point out though that we did inform all our partners in early September that we were under renovation. We shall follow... More

Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 October 2012 via mobile

I have been travelling south through Vietnam with ho chi Minh being the last stop on our road to Cambodia. This hotel got our hopes up when u get to the reception and see the lovely entrance and reception area as well as all the awards it has received from 2007 to 2009. Obviously that was when the hotel had... More

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CaryLeung, General Manager at Empress Hotel IMS Ho Chi Minh, responded to this review
13 November 2012

Dear Guest, I'm sorry for the late reply but I was away on hoilday (a deserved one may I add). I hope you had a pleasant with us. However, I am sllghtly suprised to learn that you had difficulties with the shower mixer since this is the first comment I received during my eight months here at The Empress Hotel.... More

Singapore, Singapore
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2012

I recently went to HCM city on a solo trip and had a 3 day stay at Empress hotel IMS upon check in it was smooth and i had a small request to the reception desk staff to help me call a friend in HCM and talk to her that i have arrive,they did it with a great smile without... More

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CaryLeung, General Manager at Empress Hotel IMS Ho Chi Minh, responded to this review
6 October 2012

Dear Kelvin, I'm glad to learn that you had a nice stay at Empress HCM and thank you for taking time to commend Hero and David which will be passed on to them. I'm sure this will encourage them and the rest of the team to continuously strive to serve our guests with a smile. Yours sincerely, Cary Leung General... More

Manchester, United Kingdom
Top Contributor
68 reviews 68 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 August 2012

Rooms fairly standard (a little dated) but all with aircon, phone, fridge, flatscreen TV, bathroom, ample storage spaces and sofa/chair. Beds relatively comfortable. Breakfast buffet is good - not a huge choice but ample to set you up for a days sightseeing not that central for walking, but taxis are cheap. hotel staff helpful - check in quick and easy.... More

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CaryLeung, General Manager at Empress Hotel IMS Ho Chi Minh, responded to this review
5 September 2012

Dear Katie, I'm glad to learn you had a pleasant stay with us. Your comments on the breakfast and the level of spoken English are noted and these are actually two of the areas that we would like to make improvements besides renovating our rooms. Unfortunately this will not be done overnight but as the saying goes, it will be... More

Venice, California
Senior Contributor
28 reviews 28 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 August 2012

I originally booked this hotel because of my American Express points and really didn't expect a lot! And I was really quite happy with the outcome of my stay. I met the owner of the hotel and we had an amazing time at dinner. She is one of the nicest people I have ever met. The staff is as great... More

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CaryLeung, General Manager at Empress Hotel IMS Ho Chi Minh, responded to this review
13 August 2012

Dear Guest, Thank you for the wonderful compliment. It's not everyday that guests will take time to commend on our staff by name. I will definitely pass it on to David, Tony, Joselyn and Hoang and I am sure they will find it most encouraging for them to continue to serve all our guests with the same smile and attitude.... More

Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 August 2012

nice rooms ,right for your budget. quite a walk from ben tanh market.good breakfast , polite staff,the doorman even speak fluent mandarin for chinese guests.although during our 2 night stay,there was some hammering on the floor above ours.over all,it's a good stay.

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CaryLeung, General Manager at Empress Hotel IMS Ho Chi Minh, responded to this review
13 August 2012

Dear Guests, I hope the hammering did not spoil your otherwise "good stay". Yes, we are in the process of renovating 3 rooms as mock-up rooms as we shall soon embark on a renovation programme whereby we shall have an additional 30 rooms to our current 40 rooms. To limit the disturbance, the contractors had been given strict instructions that... More

quezon city, philippines
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23 reviews 23 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 July 2012

Quite far from Ben Tahn. Very good breakfast buffet! Clean, and ample room space. Nice small lobby. Very comfortable stay with basic amenities.

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CaryLeung, General Manager at Empress Hotel IMS Ho Chi Minh, responded to this review
25 July 2012

Dear Guests, Thank you for the pleasant compliment and I hope you enjoyed your stay with us. Just to let you know, we shall be undergoing a renovation programme in the very near future whereby we shall have an additional 30 rooms and an extended open lobby area while maintaining a colonial theme with a cozy feel. I hope we... More

Boston, Massachusetts
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2012

My wife and I have had breakfast at the 2nd floor (up the long stairway) restaurant a few times with no problems except for the consistently poor services. Recently (about July 11th) we went there with a friend for dinner. I had pork with a brown sauce that was described as something like a pork chop. 2 hours after eating... More

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CaryLeung, General Manager at Empress Hotel IMS Ho Chi Minh, responded to this review
20 July 2012

Dear Guests, After reading your comment and my initial investigation, I believe you were in our restaurant on Tuesday evening , July 10 and ordered Grilled Spare Rib With Wine Sauce. I had looked into the production process and the storage of food again but unfortunately I cannot offer you a clear explanation. However, I do offer my profound apologies... More

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Empress Hotel Ho Chi Minh
Empress Hotel Ho Chi Minh City
Address: 136 Bui Thi Xuan Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Region: Vietnam > Ho Chi Minh City
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Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Suites
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Ranked #108 of 322 hotels in Ho Chi Minh City
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Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
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