Post: #1

Hey all

About to embark on a long overdue siege of Vietnam. I have been reading about there being issues bringing "guests" back to even PRIVATE condos on here. Assuming some intrepid RVers have surmounted this problem and found a logistically sound solution? Apart from living in a guest friendly hotel which is not great long term... Any suggestions?

Post: #2

I stayed in Lan Lan 2 in D1...near Bhan Than market.
Booked thru Agoda. Enjoyed the hotel.

It was $45-$48 + if I had a girl spend the night it
was $15-20 extra for the penalty.

They did not charge for girls that came over during
the day. Keep in mind you can not parade dozens of
girls back.

They do have a sister property Lan Lan 1 which is near.

Their breakfast Buffett was great too. I stayed there
9 nights....since they were ok with my guests.

Please share whatever you find...as I want to go back!

(03-16-2015 10:08 PM)mrnomer14 Wrote:  Hey all

About to embark on a long overdue siege of Vietnam. I have been reading about there being issues bringing "guests" back to even PRIVATE condos on here. Assuming some intrepid RVers have surmounted this problem and found a logistically sound solution? Apart from living in a guest friendly hotel which is not great long term... Any suggestions?

Post: #3

At these places there are no restrictions:
Saigon Pearl, The Manor, Thao Dien Pearl
At some places e.g. BMC (yes, condos) girls need to leave their ID when it is very late.

(03-16-2015 10:08 PM)mrnomer14 Wrote:  Hey all

About to embark on a long overdue siege of Vietnam. I have been reading about there being issues bringing "guests" back to even PRIVATE condos on here. Assuming some intrepid RVers have surmounted this problem and found a logistically sound solution? Apart from living in a guest friendly hotel which is not great long term... Any suggestions?

Post: #4

Are you staying long- or short-term? You'll run into problems at some hotels and guest houses, but private condos and apartments shouldn't be an issue. When in doubt, talk to the front desk/security to see if they allow special friends to visit.

Post: #5

If you're staying for 30 days or more, Craigslist is a good way to find an apartment/condo in Saigon. Just ask up front if it's cool if you have overnight guests; in most places it won't be an issue. In my experience it's a bigger deal if 1) the owner is living there in the complex or 2) your utilities are included in the price and the owner is worried about increased usage.

Post: #6

This is all great Intel. Thanks guys. RVF is a veritable fountain of information! Will report back.

Post: #7

I'm heading to HCMC around 8 April for 4 weeks.

Also looking for well located, guest friendly apartment for fair value.

Any suggestions welcome?

Post: #8

(03-17-2015 08:49 PM)Antipodean Wrote:  I'm heading to HCMC around 8 April for 4 weeks.

Also looking for well located, guest friendly apartment for fair value.

Any suggestions welcome?

What's your budget? Where do you want to stay?

Post: #9

(03-18-2015 07:45 AM)Sweet Pea Wrote:  

(03-17-2015 08:49 PM)Antipodean Wrote:  I'm heading to HCMC around 8 April for 4 weeks.

Also looking for well located, guest friendly apartment for fair value.

Any suggestions welcome?

What's your budget? Where do you want to stay?

I don't have a fixed budget, but always looking for best value.
District 1 seems like the best location, as I prefer to walk around as much as possible.

My minimum requirements are guest friendly, air con, basic kitchen, clean, etc.

If I stay for 28 days, will probably be more economical to rent an apartment for one month?