Caravelle Hotel was, at the time of its opening in 1959, the tallest building in Ho Chi Minh City. It was one of the first buildings in the city with central air-conditioning, and even had bulletproof glass. It became the favorite watering hole for diplomats and journalists during the Vietnam War, with Australia and New Zealand maintaining their embassies within the hotel. The Washington Post, New York Times and the Associated Press, along with other news agencies, also established their bureaus at the premises.
The glamor of Caravelle Hotel dimmed when Saigon fell to the communist, and the government took over its running. After years of neglect, it underwent restoration and finally reopened in 1998.
Today Caravelle Hotel remains one of Ho Chi Minh City's most luxurious hotel. It has a new wing housed in a gleaming high-rise block, one of the few high-rises in the city.
The glamor of Caravelle Hotel dimmed when Saigon fell to the communist, and the government took over its running. After years of neglect, it underwent restoration and finally reopened in 1998.
Today Caravelle Hotel remains one of Ho Chi Minh City's most luxurious hotel. It has a new wing housed in a gleaming high-rise block, one of the few high-rises in the city.
How to go to Caravelle Hotel
Caravelle Hotel is at 19 Lam Son Square, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Web: www.caravellehotel.comMore information for visiting Vietnam
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