Ruby Saigon Hotel - Ben Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City

The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms, but lacks entertainment options like an English Channel on TV or a bar or pool; suitable for a short stay. The service was a mix of being ignored at times and super friendly interactions. The location is excellent, especially for Muslim travelers seeking halal food and accessibility to major attractions. The dining experience had a good selection of food but with some hygiene issues.

The hotel is situated right above the lively traffic street, making it a bit noisy at times. While the rooms were very basic without any English TV channels or additional amenities like a bar or pool, they are adequate for a short stay. The staff was a mix of very helpful and accommodating individuals alongside some with no customer service skills. The location is excellent, being near Ben Thanh Market and easily accessible to various places in District 1. Dining had its ups and downs, with a good variety of options but occasional lapses in food hygiene.

My stay at the hotel was a bit of a mixed experience. The location was convenient for finding halal food, but the noise from the breakfast area opposite my room was bothersome. The service was mostly helpful and professional, although there were some instances of being ignored by the staff. The dining options had a decent selection but could use more variety. The rooms were small, dirty, and lacking soundproofing, making it difficult to relax. However, being close to Benthan market was a plus point.