Show prices in

Choose a currency for your trip.

More currencies

More crypto

Find your next stay

The Alcove Library

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and South · Vietnam

133A-133B Nguyen Dinh Chinh, Ward 8, Phu Nhuan DisView location

8.6/10Excellent614 Reviews
Cleanliness8.8/108.8
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort8.4/108.4
Condition8.4/108.4
Location7.2/107.2
Neighborhood7.2/107.2
Value9.2/109.2
Amenities7.6/107.6
See all ratings
Check availability Pay with crypto or card
  • Business hotels
  • Hotels with charm

Room prices, availability, meal plans and cancellation terms are confirmed for your selected dates.

About The Alcove Library

This stunning, totally original boutique library-hotel is tucked away in a quiet neighbourhood just off Nguyen Van Troi street. This convenient location allows guests to get away from the bustling city life, yet both the city centre and the airport are within 15 minutes by taxi.

The hotel's extensive library lives up to its name, offering timeless style and elegant architecture with many places to relax with a book on a rainy day.

Rooms are cosy and inviting with soft lighting and modern amenities including an en suite bathroom with rain shower, LCD cable television, air-conditioning and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Guests can enjoy a delicious complimentary breakfast as well as tea and coffee delivered to the room, and the top-floor American restaurant serves burgers, steaks and fresh salads.

Read more about this hotelShow less

This is the perfect place for couples looking for a romantic retreat as well as business travellers seeking to unwind after a busy day.

When you stay at The Alcove Library Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, you'll be in the business district, within a 5-minute drive of War Remnants Museum and Independence Palace. This hotel is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Ben Thanh Market and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Saigon Square.

Make yourself at home in one of the 26 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment.

Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 11:30 AM
Check-out until 12:00 PM

Hotel policies

Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing rooms. Guests are responsible for providing proof of marriage, if requested by the property.
    • Children 5 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
    • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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 and cash
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Optional fees
    • Covered self parking fee: VND 200000 per day
    • Covered valet parking fee: VND 200000 per day
    • Nearby parking fee: VND 200000 per stay (131 ft away; open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM)
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: VND 255200.0 per day
    • Rollaway bed fee: VND 533000.0 per day

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

  • Spoken Language

    Vietnamese

    Korean

    English

    Chinese (Mandarin)

Nearby attractions

Vinh Nghiem Pagoda 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Hoang Van Thu Park 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Tam Anh General Hospital 1.6 km / 1 mi
Ear Nose Throat Hospital 1.7 km / 1 mi
The Most Holy Redeemer Saigon 2 km / 1.3 mi
Tan Dinh Church 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Pho Quang Pagoda 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Vietnam People's Air Force Museum 2.2 km / 1.3 mi
Southern Vietnam Women Museum 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Gia Dinh Park 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
HIECC Ho Chi Minh International Exhibition Conference Center 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Tran Hung Dao Temple 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Consulate General of the People's Republic of China 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
War Remnants Museum 2.8 km / 1.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Number of floors (main building): 5
  • hotel
  • American Express
  • JCB
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Late Check-outExtra charge
  • Wi-fi
Show 17 more facilities & services
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
  • Smoke detector
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift access
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Luggage roomExtra charge
  • Library: 1
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels and bed linen
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking area
  • Smoking area
  • Rooftop bar
  • Non-smoking establishment
Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

No room details available for this hotel.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Alcove Library

8.6
Excellent
614 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.8 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
8.4 /10
Condition
8.4 /10
Location
7.2 /10
Neighborhood
7.2 /10
Value
9.2 /10
Amenities
7.6 /10
100 reviews shown
6/10
Pleasant
26 Mar 2025
Carmina
place was clean and the staff are very friendly and helpful. The place can use some updates.
Business_and_leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
05 Jan 2025
Tom
Stay for 3 nights; staff are friendly and helpful, one thing draw back is noise sources from animals and people talking loud can be heard late at night.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Dec 2024
Verified traveler
I'm sure this hotel was stellar when it was first opened. With in years due to poor maintenance it started to lose its charm. So, general review score reflects the situation. After nicely asking our room was upgraded/changed due to a fresh paint odor. Location of the hotel is quite OK. If you prefer to stay closer to the airport this is a nice option. In case you need to go to downtown you can easily use public transportation lines. There's a convenience store in walking distance. Staff is friendly and helpful.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2024
Mark
Great stay. Great vibe.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Nov 2024
David

I would stay there again.

It was a nice place. Very clean. Beautiful hotel, flooring, decor, ECT...
The staff was very nice. Convenient parking and location. Nice little rooftop bar.
It's a good place. My fiance and I spent 10 days there.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 Aug 2024
Trinh
Room amenities look bad unlike in pictures, room is moldy and soundproofing is very poor.
Business_and_leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
11 May 2024
Adnan
This was the second time I have stayed at this hotel. The first was five years ago, I had a wonderful experience. The more recent visit was good but not as I remember. The room I stayed was a little outdated. Finally there is no parking at the hotel. I had to pay for parking across the street. Overall I still liked my experience, and would not mind going here again.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
26 Apr 2024
Verified traveler

Could have been better

Didn’t realize they had an ant infestation until late in my second day. I left the next day.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Mar 2024
heather
This hotel is amazing, staff are incredible and its a wonderful family atmosphere.
This will be my FOREVER go to when in HCMCITY.
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
04 Feb 2024
Chieu
Nice place to stay and helpful staffs !
Business_and_leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
03 Dec 2023
Nicole
This is like a motel 6. Everything is outdated. No sound proof. You can’t really lock the door except the amateur bolt lock. The cleaning staff knocked on the door early in the morning & opened the door. Very unprofessional. I only stayed 1 night but it was more than enough. The bathroom & room was old.& outdated. I won’t stay here again
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
29 Nov 2023
Harley
Lack of in hotel dining was a bit of an issue
Business Self
4/10
Poor
18 Nov 2023
Thanh
Room is too small and needs a lot of work.
Business_and_leisure Self
4/10
Poor
14 Sep 2023
Thanh Toan Tomy
Based on the pictures of the hotel, I expected a lot more from the business, but I was sadly disappointed. When I first walked into the business, I noticed the condition of the hotel appears to have diminished a bit. It felt more like a motel than a hotel. The service at reception was average; nothing to write home about. Unfortunately, this was only a precursor to the quality of the rooms. The online pictures showed the rooms as bright, inviting, and cared for; however, the rooms I received were a stark contrast to those expectations. The rooms were dingy, cramp, a table with a damaged corner, dirty walls with multiple stains, and a whole bunch of scuff marks everywhere around the room. The bathroom was dirty with mold growing in the cracks. It seems there was a lack of care in keeping things presentable and sanitary. For a hotel rated 8.4/10, I expected a lot more from the reputation. Sadly, it seems the rating was more a representation of perhaps their past achievements and not their current performance. It was my last few days in Vietnam and this left quite the sour taste in my mouth. I returned the keys within an hour of receiving the room and left. I found a different hotel that had better quality, better service, and cleanlier than The Alcove
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
08 Apr 2023
Lan
Good if you need a place to sleep.
8/10
Excellent
21 Mar 2023
Anna
It’s a pleasant little hotel: clean, quiet and a great little cafe downstairs. It’s relaxing but a bit too far from the city centre, we recommend using grab which was an excellent service. The room was a bit too hot for us as we were on the top floor.
There is a phố place just down the road which is great and has very delicious soup! (Phở bò Nhớ - 113B Nguyễn Đình Chính, Phường 15, Quận Phú Nhuận, Tp.HCM)
Leisure Family_with_children
4/10
Poor
13 Mar 2023
Than
Dirty and smells bad,
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
27 Jan 2023
Ron

Character hotel Saigon

Nice quiet character hotel. Starting to show its age but overall confortable.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
26 Jan 2023
Shuqian
This is 2 stars hotel.
Need stay longer but I had to move out, many hairs in bathroom, dusty on table……..
Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Dec 2022
Anastasia
Hotel located close to where we needed to go. Comfy and clean beds.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
15 Dec 2022
Mark

It’s not as advertised. At least not currently.

This may have been a nice hotel at some point but it is no longer the 4-star hotel it is billed as. More like a 2-star. The room was dark with only two tiny windows that didn’t look out on anything (one was more of a vent hole) and some glass brick for light. It was depressing. It also looked like someone had been living in the room. The shower was moldy with a slimy feel to the floor. The furniture wasn’t really clean, with stuff on the coffee table and stains on the couch. The lobby had one or two motor scooters parked in it at all times, blocking one of the few places to sit (as if we’d want to sit there). The restaurant is no longer open and there is no breakfast. There is a small cafe in the courtyard that is nice but they offer no food besides yogurt cups. The courtyard as actually a nice place to sit. There isn’t breakfast available near the hotel unless you want Pho (which we like but not for breakfast)

We were depressed by the room and situation and requested for them to let us out of the second and third nights, but they refused so we stayed. We put up with it but did not enjoy our stay. Fortunately, we’ve had much better places to stay on our trip and this one was just a rough patch.

There are better places to stay for a similar price in Ho Chi Minh City.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Jun 2022
John
We loved the location, it isn’t close to the city centre but there is plenty to do, many places to eat, and very quiet for a Saigon hotel. The room was clean and comfortable, although rooms on the first floor get some noise from the open lobby.
The restaurant hasn’t reopened yet but that didn’t bother us.
The one quirk is that the hotel is on a septic system so they ask guests not to flush used toilet paper, and to put it in a bin instead. We’ve seen this many times before, but never in a hotel room. We worked around it using the water hose/bidet and shower.
Despite this, we would return.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Mar 2020
Koreen
The property was great and on a back alley. The cafe was Closed for some reason and the only negative point is they hadn’t called the taxi for the next morning ride to the airport and We were 15 min late but it all worked out. They did put us in a suite and packed us a “brown bag” breakfast to take with us to the airport which I thought was really nice. The hotel is very quaint and beautiful architecture. I would definitely stay here again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2020
Margaret
This was a unique stay and very quiet area. Staff well informed breakfast was good and filling
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2020
Kevin
Great at service great place to stay
Little quiet will stay again
Friends_and_family Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Jan 2020
Syn
It's tranquil but a bit too out of the way in the suburban areas. My parents got lost trying to find the way when they went for a early morning walk
Leisure Family
2/10
Poor
06 Jan 2020
Hongju

The worst hotel experience ever...

Dirty hotel.. Dust everywhere. It was also listed as 4 star hotel however it was 3 star hotel so I requested cancellation of the rest of stay to Hotels.com then I talked to the hotel manager on the next day. She said \"It will be done by Hotels.com you may see the cancellation result within a week or more. We have nothing to do at this moment.\" However the manager did not inform it to Hotels.com and I have not gotten any refund until now.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Jan 2020
Sd
Good boutique property. Very little amenities. Didn't receive any indication of Expedia vip benefits. None offered. Good price for stay, nice clean hotel.
Business Friends
8/10
Excellent
04 Jan 2020
Yap
Hotel is not easy to find, but Grabtaxi works fine.
Very near to Airport 10-15mins drive.
Nice Room, Clean and Cosy bed.
Business Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2020
Carlos
The hotel has a beautiful old vintage library theme all around. the location is in an alley so it's not facing a main avenue which makes it quieter that other locations. It's not close to the city center, mostly closer to the airport but if you need a place away from the downtown core noise this is perfect, besides taxis are cheap in Vietnam. The staff is very helpful, always available, providing tips on where the food places are at, where to exchange money, etc.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
22 Dec 2019
Vairavan
Decent small hotel 10 minutes drive from airport and also city centre ( in between both ) . a la carte Breakfast. Good for book lovers and lot of books to read
Business
6/10
Pleasant
07 Dec 2019
TN
Nicely decorated hotel with very friendly and helpful staff. I had a quiet stay of two nights, no complaint! Room was spacious but lacked of lighting, especially the bathroom. Amenities were just okay.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
19 Nov 2019
Verified traveler

Fine hotel but location lacking

The hotel was fine but disappointed to find the penthouse restaurant closed for dinner. Neighbourhood was lacking as well - difficult to find decent places to eat within \"walking distance\".
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
11 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
It is quirky and based on a bookshelf theme. Staff ate excellent and very helpful. car from the airport worked very well. Just make sure you are at the International terminal for pick up.
However the room (which was above the basic category) did not live up to expectations. the room was dingy having little natural light and the furniture was make shift. It was all coloured black which made the room even darker. i was inly here for a night Had i been here for longer I would have asked to change.
Hotel is midway between the airport and the city centre. because traffic is so bad it takes 30 mins to either. If you are on a budget take the bus. It takes little longer than a taxi and the service is frequent. Download the Grab app for a reliable taxi service where you won't get ripped off.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
This hotel was absolutely wonderful. The staff were so friendly and helpful. They really went above and beyond to ensure our stay was pleasant and we especially appreciated the small personal touches the staff offered. The location is great and the hotel rooms are extremely clean. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the city! Thank you so much for a great stay.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Amazing hotel in a quiet street in Ho chi Minh which I am sure is hard to find. Lovely little touches like a jar of chocolates with the turn down service. As we left before breakfast hotel supplied us take away breakfast. The staff were knowlagable about places to eat locally as restaurant bookmark was closed..I Wish my stay was longer so I could of had a read of the amazing book collection in the lobby.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Oct 2019
Trey

ve this hotel

Love this hotel. Once my wife walked in the doors and saw all the books she was sold, then to see her favorite children’s book on our bed when we arrived put her over the top. Great location away from downtown. Clean rooms, quiet, and very helpful staff!
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
20 Oct 2019
Verified traveler

Good value, comfy bed

Great room, super cute lobby. Location between downtown and airport... Not much around the neighborhood.

Very comfy bed!

Wish they had lotion in the toiletries.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
It is a good hotel for the price however it is not a 4 star hotel as advertising , s/b a good 3 star hotel . Wifi is excellent here, quite location, 10 mins to airport, 10 mins to down town Saigon
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
25 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
The Library look at the front was unique and helpful staff at concierge. You could not flush toilet paper which was a bit hard to get used to but we managed as it had something to do with the areas sewerage system. The staff in the kitchen had very little English so communication was hard. But had nice breakfast choices. Airport pick up and drop off not expensive and very prompt.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
21 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
2nd stay at the property for one night. Really convenient to the airport. Highly recommended. Ate at the restruant this time and the food was delicious. Like the area too as authentic experience..the more I stay here the more I like it
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Very nice property. Liked it very much. Will stay there in future on my way in and out of Ho Chi Min. Super convenient as a overnight hotel near to the airport.
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Really cute boutique hotel with very friendly reception staff.
Very clean and close to the Main Street.
Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for a good value for your money.
Friends_and_family Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
This is a very nice gem tucked just away from the main streets. The books and quotes on the walls are all good read. The staff are very nice. I enjoyed my stay here
Business Self
4/10
Poor
27 Aug 2019
Verified traveler

Service lacking.

Restaurant, with only one table filled, was unable to provide three dishes in under 45 minutes. Guest on the floor above reception had to ask staff to turn down their tv at 2 am.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Only stayed overnight Staff were lovely and welcoming Nice clean rooms
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
14 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
A bit more attention to details is in order but an acceptable and friendly place to stay. Samples....key light is out in bathroom...yet was serviced without a report of needing to change. Soap was never added in bathroom. one small round bar for five days. Breakfast was to be provided upon early checkout, per arrangements the night before. But was forgotten. I would recommend for shorter stays. Perhaps a five day stay was a bit too long.
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2019
Travis

Saved our time in saigon

Great place, very friendly. Originally had a reservation at another hotel which was very misrepresented and we walked out. Quickly booked a room here as it was late and we were tired. Ended up being a great choice. Great rooms, wonderful staff, and a really good restaurant. Saved our few nights in saigon
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Aug 2019
Pearson

Not Central but Good Breakfast and Staff

Nice hotel and staff. Nice breakfast. The overall description on the location was misleading. The hotel is around 2.6 miles from the central area where everything happens.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2019
Verified traveler

Good hotel!

Great hotel near the airport. Staff was friendly and hotel in good condition.
Enjoyed the restaurant.
8/10
Excellent
31 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Looks comfortable and clean. This hotel is located 3km from airport. If you have flight early, this hotel is good choice
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Friendly staff, great food, nice bed, great location
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jul 2019
Dinh Quoc Tuan
Nice hotel with excellent services. All hotel s staff are kind and helpful
Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2019
wrightstuff
This is a small, boutique hotel, so don't expect a gym, swimming pool or meeting rooms.

You get a quiet location, that really feels like coming home at the end of the day, with welcoming staff and comfortable (not luxurious) rooms, as well as a simple restaurant serving high-quality food. I held breakfast meetings there - it has just the right casual / professional balance.

Nothing is very far away in HCMC, and Grab makes it so easy to get around, so don't be afraid to find shelter a little out of the centre. You own't regret it.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2019
Alexander
What a hidden gem of a property! Very cozy. Had the best sleep in weeks. Staff are both courteous and professional! Will stay here again in the future!
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Beautiful hotel decor and lobby. Rooms were clean and modern. Lovely breakfast and restaurant upstairs, staff very helpful.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
Staff was nice to allow early check in at 12pm when I arrived. Free beer and soft drinks due to my expedia gold membership.
Free breakfast was nice. Room was big.

Bedsheets were not clean when we arrived so they promptly changed it.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
10 Jun 2019
Matthew

Great staff!

Some of the reviews by other prior guests were true. But the staff were wonderful making up for any minor short comings. they also offered us complimentary transport to airport twice, so I deeply appreciate their efforts. The F & B were great and we enjoyed both its cooked to order breakfasts and dinners, most delicious.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Jun 2019
Matthew

Great staff

Staff was the best part of the hotel. Food was delicious for both breakfasts and dinners. enjoyed free transport to airport. Room was a bit on the dark side due to a broken light bulb on ceiling and one nightstand light missing
Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Jun 2019
Matthew

Will stay again

Hotel is near to airport so good for late night arrival. An inexpensive taxi ride will take you there. Local area has not much to offer, but good enough I guess. Breakfasts cooked to order are good and they try hard to please. Room was dark. Water pressure was strange. When taking a shower, best not to have someone flush the toilet or you lose water for quite a while in the shower. I don't know what they can do about that. But people here are nice and we are happy to be here.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 May 2019
Verified traveler
Set back away from the busy streets the hotel property is quiet
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
27 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Staff were very nice and room was clean. But property is further away from attractions hence the price
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Apr 2019
Verified traveler

Short Stay but Good Experience

We only stayed one night as we were catching a very early flight and wanted to be near the airport, but not too far from District 1 and other attractions which this hotel's location satisfied. Staff was very friendly and spoke good English. The location of the hotel is in a small alley and so it's very quiet, but also not too far from most places you'll want to visit. It is a little far to walk most places though so be advised of that. The lobby is really charming with a collection of books you can borrow. My room was a bit dated, but it was spotlessly clean and the wifi and AC worked well. My only complaint is the bathroom floor can get a bit soaked after a shower if you decide to use the rainfall shower head instead of the detachable shower head.
Partner
2/10
Poor
21 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Every morning at 515am a trumpet will sound off from the army base next door. This will definitely wake you as the hotel has little to no soundproofing. Also, you will hear nearly everything through the paper-thin walls, windows and doors. Very poor for trying to sleep. Very good if you want to stay awake all night long.


The water was turned off for hours without any notice from staff. Also they were quite rude when I complained.


The hotel asks guest not to flush toilet paper and to throw it in the trash can as their pipes cannot accept it. (Small pipes). This causes the bathroom to smell like fecal mater always. Very discussing.

The room cleaners removed two robes from the hotel which the staff questioned if I removed. My coffee cups where stained with coffee as they were not cleaned well after use. Very bad cleaning staff here.

The restaurant called the bookmark has good bear and that is about it. The rest of the food is terrible and overpriced for HCM (I know I have family here and have already been a few times this year).

The hotel is located in a alley way that is dangerous to walk down due to traffic and thin streets. Not like other good hotels in the city of which there are many.

The staff is a rude as they are apathetic.

I would never recommend this hotel. Please don't let the nice picture fool you like they did me. You will regret it.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Apr 2019
david
air condition temperature is not cold enough , overall is good , nice break first
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Apr 2019
Lan
I liked the staff Services especially receptionists like Giang & Truc who were willing to go extra miles to make guests happy. The room had comfortable bed, nice sofa & roomy closets & aldo provided cooking utensils with dishes & dish soap etc. However I didn’t like the way the bathroom was designed since you had to be very careful when showering since the bathroom floor can easily be flooded with water. Also air conditioning system was not good since the airflow was always strong & the room temperature no matter how you adjusted, after one hour, could be too cold or too hot.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Cosy hotel and nice breakfast. Love the design and furnishings. Would stay again
Business Self
6/10
Pleasant
03 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Hotel staff were friendly and assisted with all our needs, no issues with wifi. We were given a dark room, with a window facing a concrete wall which made the room feel like a bunker. The location is great if you are going to the airport next day as it is only 10 minutes away however if you like to wonder we would recommend staying in District 1 as not much to do in Hotel vicinity.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
24 Mar 2019
Adrian

Completely average and woefully overrated.

Room was quite sparse.
Awful inner window flooded light in all night.
A/C control faulty. Could not turn off or on and had awful bright blue lights. Keeps you awake at night.
Quirky free a la carte breakfast. Charged extra for orange juice.
Food and drinks very pricey
Convenient for airport, not too far into town.
Disinterested front desk staff.
Claims to be a top 10 hotel. Sorry, far from it. It seems to be living off a reputation that has long since been disserved. They need to freshen up, liven up and engage with their customers. Far too many better hotels at this price point. I fail too see any justification of the fabulous reviews , probably paid for imho.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
Room is very clean
Staff is very helpful in guiding customers.
We had a wonderful stay at this gem.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
21 Mar 2019
Tracy

A decent stay but not worth it at the price

Location is NOT the most convenient...4-5 miles to District 1 downtown, and even further away from District 2 and other tourist attractions, but it is quietly zen!
Breakfast is provided and the service is nice.
Family
4/10
Poor
21 Mar 2019
Tracy

Tried once and done. Not worth coming back

A decent stay. Proficient staff, clean and spacious room. Breakfast is provided.
Other than the fact that the hotel is very unique (library) and the decor are cool (mostly E.B White quotes), there is nothing else that worth the price.
Location is NOT the most convenient...4-5 miles to District 1 downtown, but it is quietly zen!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Nice, clean and cozy!
10/10
Exceptional
12 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
It is really a good hotel with good personal service. Although there is room for improvement but I say it is good!
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
Wonderful staff, very helpful and courteous. Rooms are clean with great ac.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
The hotel has a good staff who can help you to contact with a Vietnamese. The location of hotel quite good for travelling.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2019
Elena
A true hidden gem. A beautiful romantic place that reminds me of Paris.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Wonderful friendly staff who make your stay very welcoming. Airport pickup is A+. Rooftop Restaurant has very good choices at a good price. Rooms are very clean and bed is comfortable and soft. WiFi works good throughout hotel. Location is near airport with good food options in neighborhood. Quiet location just off main road. Great place to stay
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Feb 2019
Mario

Elegant

Best service while in Vietnam
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Staff exceedingly helpful - very ready to go the extra mile,even for slightly unusual requests, like we had. The library aspect is delightfully quirky and interesting. The room is very nice, although the bathroom is a little bit more style than function eg very low toilets and no hooks to hang clothes in the bathroom. Overall a very pleasant experience. Thank you.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
We loved how cute the lobby of The Alcove Hotel was. Very welcoming after 19 hours in transit to get there. The food at the restaurant was delicious. Only ended up having breakfast there. Would have loved to try dinner there but the restaurant was closed at 2pm everyday due to Tet. Its a out of the centre of down but getting a Grab is cheap so it was fine. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Value for money. It’s nice and cosy too.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jan 2019
Carlton

Nice place to stay!

Clean and convenient. Good value!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jan 2019
Sandra

Outstanding

Fabulous. Loved the room and restaurant on the top floor that served an amazing complimentary breakfast every morning. Staff was very polite and helpful. Quaint entry way, library setting. Cute winny the pooh picture in our room
Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jan 2019
KC
excellent location, cleanliness, friendly helpful staff
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jan 2019
B
The staff are superb! The location is good and quiet. This hotel had the best food out of 4 hotels in this trip.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
28 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
Nice hotel close to the airport.
Only one disappointment was air conditioner display being too bright. They should cover it.
8/10
Excellent
26 Dec 2018
Freddy
Nice little hotel with comfortable beds but very little facilities and sub prime location,
The food is very good.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Dec 2018
KM
Such a great find! A beautiful small hotel with great amenities and comfy beds.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Dec 2018
Sarah
lovely character hotel, front desk staff are lovely
8/10
Excellent
19 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
Pick Vinisun Taxi.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Dec 2018
Verified traveler

Mostly good

We were on the 2nd floor and could hear voices from the front courtyard past midnight.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2018
Levana
We loved our stay in the Alcove!
This little hotel is full of character and just around pretty much everything, from little cafes and restaurants to the city center which is just 20 min away in a taxi, and 10 min away from the airport.
The breakfast was delicious and we loved that they have so many options for it!
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2018
Verified traveler
Excellent breakfast,excellent staff, near to airport
8/10
Excellent
31 Oct 2018
Erin
We only stayed one night, but it's super close to the airport, staff were lovely, room was clean and comfortable. If you're staying in Ho Chi Minh longer, probably look for something closer to town but if you want to be close to the airport for a quick trip, this hotel was lovely. It's not too far out, we walked into to town in 45 mins and would be a quick taxi.
The aircon in the room could have been better but otherwise it was clean and spacious.
8/10
Excellent
20 Oct 2018
Verified traveler

Highly recommended!

Very comfortable property and great service but Wi-Fi wasn't the best. Highly recommended!
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2018
Hoon
Exciting trip due to their wonderful service.
If they add fitting facility would be more great for 3-4 day stay guest.
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2018
Hoon
If they have small fitness room near their restaurant would be better
10/10
Exceptional
03 Oct 2018
Sam
Spacious, comfortable, clean rooms in a quiet area. The staff is extremely friendly.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Sep 2018
Vinx

Awesome stay, both for leisure and business.

Best hotel stay ever, accommodating staff, quiet, walkable to the hustle bustle of streets in 3 mins. It will be my first choice in HCMC from now on. Kudos and keep up the great work.

Location & surroundings

The Alcove Library
133A-133B Nguyen Dinh Chinh, Ward 8, Phu Nhuan Dis, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Hotels Nearby

Compare other stays close to this hotel. Choose travel dates to check availability.

Explore the map
Show 46 more nearby hotels

The Alcove Library

119 hotel photos