Happy Life Green Hotel

Happy Life Green Hotel is a lovely place with a nice lobby and dining area. The breakfast is decent, but when the early-rising pensioners arrive, the best options run out quickly. However, eggs and bread are always available. The reception staff are very friendly and speak good English. The only downside is that the rooms aren’t the cleanest—there was some dust in the bathroom, a dead insect on the wall, and the shower water flowed toward the toilet. We’re not too picky about these things, so we found it more amusing than bothersome, but more sensitive guests might not be as happy with it. Overall, considering the great price and location, these are minor issues, and we’d still recommend the hotel!

I had a very comfortable business trip at this hotel. The room was spotless, spacious, and the bed was so comfortable, helping me relax and get a good night’s sleep after busy workdays. The staff was friendly, attentive, and always ready to assist. Breakfast was varied with many delicious options, and the central location made it very convenient for getting around.

Initially, not off to a good start as we had booked via Booking dot com and expected to pay upon arrival, as per listed on their website. To be fair, the hotel did email us and ask us for our credit card details, but I wasn’t 100% sure that it was a scam, so emailed the hotel and said we would pay upon arrival. We arrived just past midnight after an 8 hour flight, only to discover they had cancelled our reservation, they’d emailed us when we were in the air to let us know. The hotel was full so they recommended a place down the road which was more expensive and not on a par with Happy Life but we had no choice. The doorman very kindly helped us down the road with our luggage. The next day, we were able to rebook with Happy Life, and so glad we did. The entrance to the hotel is very comfortable and inviting, and all the reception staff were very friendly. The room was comfortable and clean, tea and coffee facilities and serviced everyday. The water pressure wasn’t brilliant, but we got by. There was a window in the room, but only looked out onto the corridor. Be wary of the windows, as they are not very secure! Though locked, we were easily able to push it open from the corridor. The bed was super comfy. Could have done with something to put our suitcases on. There is no safety deposit box in the room, but you can leave any valuables with the receptionist if you choose to do so. The restaurant is lovely visually, breakfast is great. We tried it in the evening and the staff were pretty useless unfortunately. My husband had finished his meal before I was served mine. No alcohol! Shame we couldn’t have a glass or wine or a beer with dinner. (And it’s vegetarian only in the evening). The hotel is located a bit out of the main shopping / nightlife area, though is only around a 25 minute walk (on very rough sidewalks, so bear this in mind if you have any kind of mobility issues). Would we book again? Definitely if it was in a better location.

I often stay at Happy Life Green Hotel when in Saigon because the rooms are spacious and clean, and my stay is always comfortable. The staff is helpful and friendly, and the hotel is beautifully designed with a charming match of wood and green surfaces. They provide toiletries. There's a desk to use one's laptop. The shower has hot water and the pressure is good. The location is not bad, in the central district, just a few minutes by taxi away from many restaurants and bars. Breakfast is fine.

The room (703) was spacious and clean, the bed comfortable, the bathroom and shower clean. They provide all the toiletries one may need, from soap to razor, and they provide towels. The aircon worked well. The staff is kind, the breakfast good with many Western and local options. There are an armchair to hang your clothes and a desk to use your laptop.