HCMC can be a real maze in district 1. It was good to have a comfortable safe hotel that is a straight line from the Ben Thanh Market. Deluxe room is the way to go with attractive marble floors, a jacuzzi, large flat screen TV with many international channels, windows, table, desk and all quiet for a good night sleep. But, there is no full length mirror, nor a safe in room for your valuables. But there is a free use computer in lobby. Also, the breakfast wasn't that good. Doesn't matter, lots of food, coffee places and fruit stands around. The service at the hotel is excellent. Staff very good. And the travel tours suggestions at the desk were from a good agency, The Mekong River Tours are worth it. I enjoyed the small day tour. Just 2 hours away.