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The Alcove Library Hotel

3.0 star property
Art Deco Ho Chi Minh City hotel in Phu Nhuan with a rooftop terrace
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Cocktail bar
Exterior
Cocktail bar
Balcony
Business centre

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
133A - 133B Nguyen Dinh Chinh, Ward 8, Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City
  • War Remnants Museum
    3 min drive
  • Independence Palace
    3 min drive
  • Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
    4 min drive
  • Ho Chi Minh City (SGN-Tan Son Nhat Intl.)
    10 min drive

Room options

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Alcove Twin

Alcove Twin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Grand Alcove | View from room

Grand Alcove

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Alcove Queen Special Deal of the Day

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Alcove Suite

Alcove Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Alcove King Room

Alcove King Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Alcove Queen

Alcove Queen

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Ho Chi Minh City

At The Alcove Library Hotel you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from War Remnants Museum and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Independence Palace. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .Eros Coffee & Cocktail is the hotel's own cocktail bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Phu Nhuan hotel, you'll be 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Ben Thanh Market and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Ho Chi Minh City Opera House.

What's nearby

  • War Remnants Museum - 3 min drive
  • Independence Palace - 3 min drive
  • Ben Thanh Market - 4 min drive
  • Ho Chi Minh City Opera House - 4 min drive
  • Saigon Square - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Saigon Railway Station - 7 min drive
  • Ga Tau Go Vap Station - 11 min drive
  • Tan Binh - Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zumwhere Phú Nhuận - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Trầm - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sườn Cây Nướng - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Đèn Dầu Coffee and Foods - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Alcove Library Hotel

Art Deco Ho Chi Minh City hotel in Phu Nhuan with a rooftop terrace
Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A rooftop terrace, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at The Alcove Library Hotel. The hotel can provide wedding services and tour/ticket assistance. For a fee, parking is available.

This Art Deco Ho Chi Minh City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2012
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
The Alcove Library Hotel offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, dressing gowns, slippers and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Korean, Vietnamese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM (VND 200,000 per stay)
  • Secured, covered parking on site (VND 200,000 per day)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (VND 200,000 per day)
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Eros Coffee & Cocktail

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (102 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2012
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing rooms. Guests are responsible for providing proof of marriage, if requested by the hotel. Under Vietnamese law, a guest who is not a Vietnamese citizen cannot share a room with a Vietnamese citizen without proof of marriage to each other. Otherwise, a second room must be booked.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Alcove Library Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for VND 533000.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for VND 255200.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self-parking fee: VND 200000 per day
  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Alcove Library
Alcove Library Ho Chi Minh City
Alcove Library Hotel
Alcove Library Hotel Ho Chi Minh City
Library Alcove
The Alcove Library Hotel Hotel
The Alcove Library Hotel Ho Chi Minh City
The Alcove Library Hotel Hotel Ho Chi Minh City

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Alcove Library Hotel?

The Alcove Library Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Alcove Library Hotel?

Yep, The Alcove Library Hotel has a secured covered self car park for VND 200000 per day.

What makes The Alcove Library Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Alcove Library Hotel.

Is The Alcove Library Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Alcove Library Hotel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Alcove Library Hotel?

No, The Alcove Library Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Alcove Library Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Alcove Library Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

The Alcove Library Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 277 out of 606 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 606 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 606 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 606 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 606 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Trinh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room amenities look bad unlike in pictures, room is moldy and soundproofing is very poor.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ray

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Adnan

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is amazing, staff are incredible and its a wonderful family atmosphere. This will be my FOREVER go to when in HCMCITY.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Chieu

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay and helpful staffs !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Edny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

AMARENDRA

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Harley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lack of in hotel dining was a bit of an issue
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Thanh

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is too small and needs a lot of work.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Thanh Toan Tomy, Gardena

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

6/10 Okay

Lan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Good if you need a place to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Anna

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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)
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Than, Santa Ana

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty and smells bad,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Nhi

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Ron

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Character hotel Saigon
Nice quiet character hotel. Starting to show its age but overall confortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Shuqian

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is 2 stars hotel. Need stay longer but I had to move out, many hairs in bathroom, dusty on table……..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Anastasia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel located close to where we needed to go. Comfy and clean beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
The shower, yuk
Small and dark pop-out window
Tiny little window. The room was dark and depressing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Toni

8/10 Good

KIEU PHUONG UYEN

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Thu

Travelled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022