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Language Exchange Hostel 1

2.0 star property
Travelers start their day with local breakfast flavors before venturing to nearby Bui Vien Walking Street for memorable Ho Chi Minh City experiences

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Language Exchange Hostel 1, in central Ho Chi Minh City, is steps from Pham Ngu Lao Street and Ben Thanh Market. Enjoy coffee at the on-site cafe, meet travelers in the library, or take in city views from the rooftop terrace. The welcoming atmosphere is praised.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room

Room options

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6 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

One Bed in Dorm Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
6 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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6 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Superior Double Room

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Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
6 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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6 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Day bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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6 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Family Room with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Lobby lounge

Family Suite with Balcony

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Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Double Bed Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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6 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Family Suite with Balcony

  • Sleeps 4

Family Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Bed In 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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About the area

Located in District 1 neighbourhood, Language Exchange Hostel 1 is connected to a shopping centre. Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pham Ngu Lao Street and Ben Thanh Market. Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden and Dam Sen Water Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Ho Chi Minh City travel guide
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399/43/5 Nguyen Dinh Chieu, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, 1500

What's nearby

  • Pham Ngu Lao Street which includes night scenes, shopping and street scenes
    Pham Ngu Lao Street
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Aerial view of downtown Ho Chi Minh City and the illuminated Bui Vien party street at night, Vietnam.
    Bui Vien Walking Street
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tao Dan Park showing a garden
    Tao Dan Park
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ben Thanh Market featuring signage and markets
    Ben Thanh Market
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lion dance on lunar new year in saigon vietnam
    Saigon Square
    13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Saigon Railway Station
    9 min drive
  • Ben Thanh Station
    13 min walk
  • Tan Binh - Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sushi Hokkaido Sachi
    1 min walk
  • Mama Thai
    1 min walk
  • Đèn Lồng
    1 min walk
  • Cơm Tấm Số 1
    1 min walk
  • Cơm Tấm Ăn Là Ghiền
    2 min walk

About this property

Language Exchange Hostel 1

Hostel near Pham Ngu Lao Street
Near Bui Vien Walking Street and Ben Thanh Market, Language Exchange Hostel 1 provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a library. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-in
  • Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as late-night room service and free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 1 for adults and USD 1 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Late-night room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately USD 1 for adults and from USD 1 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 2 per person (return)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 1 (return), (from 5 to 18 years old)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Language Exchange
Language Exchange Hostel 1 Ho Chi Minh City
Language Exchange Hostel 1 Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Language Exchange Hostel 1 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Language Exchange Hostel 1?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Language Exchange Hostel 1?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Language Exchange Hostel 1?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Language Exchange Hostel 1 provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 2 per person applies.

Where is Language Exchange Hostel 1 located?

Located in District 1, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of September 23 Park and Pham Ngu Lao Street. Ben Thanh Market and Bui Vien Walking Street are also within 15 minutes. Ben Thanh Station is 13 minutes by foot and Opera House Station is 20 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Language Exchange Hostel 1 Reviews

6.0

6.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb!

My check-in was... "interesting"! I arrived in Saigon after midnight due to a late night flight, but despite sending a message to the hotel regarding this, no one seemed to be aware of my late arrival or even my reservation. The owner arrived from a a different location and she gave me a lift on her moped to another hotel. The room I was offered is outstanding, featuring very stylish interior design, space and peace! Possibly one of the best rooms I've ever stayed in and easily compensated for the confusion at my arrival. Thank you Minh for making my final night in Saigon very enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Tim

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The worst hostel I have stayed at. It was dirty, the sink was leaking and there was mold everywhere. The room wasn't prepared as I arrived. There was no towel, toilet paper and soap. I had to ask for it. Also the address listed in Expedia is wrong. There is no hostel at this address. So I had to contact the support first to give me contact Information of the hostel in order to get to the right address. That's a no go! I do not recommend staying at that place at all.

4/10 Poor

KIYOKO

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
スタッフは、とても優しく問題に対応してくれました。
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフがとても優しかった
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was difficult for me to find this hostel because the map information was not correct.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
英語が好きだったり、他国の人とコミュニケーションしたかったら絶対オススメです。 毎日のように1階のカフェで誰かが、話してるので常に楽しく混ざれます。 スタッフの方も非常に親切です。 多少のお金払えば、洗濯もしてくれますし、ご飯も作ってくれるので長期で滞在するにもオススメです。 主要な市場からはバイクで10分以内なので、特に気になりません(1ドルぐらい) ただ夜11時ぐらいから
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフはとても親切な人ばかりでした。設備も全く問題なかったです。
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Đặt phòng, thanh toán trước, đã xác nhận. Vậy mà nữa đêm lên tới không có phòng phải di chuyển qua 1 chỗ khác.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Lim

Disliked: Staff & service

no elevator

this is a hostel, room was big enough, inside room very smelly, wifi signal weak no elevator had to climb up stairs, not for those weak legs. not recommend for those with weak legs. staff was friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Mr.moorthy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable enough
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Lawvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable stay in the city

The hotel was great and staff were really nice. The room was big and clean which made for a comfortable stay. We were able to book tours through the hotel which made it very easy to do everything we wanted in the city. We didn’t notice a lot of the social aspects they advertise on their page.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

solo trip in saigon

it was cosy and fun, would consider coming here again for future stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great place for solo traveller

i had amazing stay here, the owner minh was very accomodating and the place was very easy access to the place where u want to go!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

2/10 Terrible

mika

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

YUTO

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Joelle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Saranya

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Henry H

2/10 Terrible

Xuan My

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

GEORGES

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Toshihide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019