6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- 1 Bunk bed
- City view
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Ho Chi Minh City · Ho Chi Minh Municipality
The Art - Vitamin Smiles Hostel - Ho Chi Minh City
A sociable hostel in the heart of District 1, with clean dorms and private rooms, free breakfast, and staff who go out of their way to help.
- Central District 1 location, a short walk from Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Free breakfast with Western and Vietnamese options
- Friendly, English-speaking staff who arrange tours and airport pickups
8.4
Great
336 reviews
Booking.com 8.4 · 336 reviews
About
The Art - Vitamin Smiles Hostel - Ho Chi Minh City
The Art - Vitamin Smiles Hostel sits on De Tham Street in District 1, within a 500-metre walk of Pham Ngu Lao Street and about 25 minutes on foot from Independence Palace. The 2-star property has 35 rooms and offers free Wi-Fi throughout.
Guests can choose from shared dorms (female, male, or mixed) and private doubles, deluxe doubles, and singles. Amenities include air conditioning, a dressing area, free toiletries, and a dryer. The hostel’s daily free breakfast is a recurring highlight, and tours to the Mekong Delta and Cu Chi Tunnels can be booked on-site.
- Wi-Fi
- Dressing area
- Free toiletries
- Dryer
- Curtains
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Highly praised staff — Helpful, friendly, and English-speaking. They arrange airport pickups, book tours and buses, and make guests feel welcome.
- Free breakfast with local options — Guests consistently highlight the breakfast, noting both Western and Vietnamese choices and DIY eggs.
- Sociable rooftop and communal vibe — Guests enjoy chatting on the rooftop in the evenings, and the rooftop bar is a favorite spot for city views.
- Clean dorms with privacy extras — Lockers, plug sockets, lights, and curtains in dorms. Clean bathrooms with hot showers.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Dorms can be large — Some rooms have 12 beds, which might not suit light sleepers or those wanting a quieter stay.
- Limited soundproofing — Despite a quiet-at-night location near the backpacker area, there is no mention of soundproofing in dorms or private rooms.
- Check-in ends at midnight — Check-in is between 14:00 and 23:59, which may be tricky for late-night arrivals without prior arrangement.
- No on-site parking listed — The property doesn't list parking, which could be inconvenient for guests driving in.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
8-Bed Male Dormitory Room
- 1 Bunk bed
- City view
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- 1 Bunk bed
- City view
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Double Room City View
- 1 King-size bed
- City view
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- City view
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
12-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- 1 Bunk bed
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
In room
- Air conditioning
- City view (in select rooms)
- Bathtub or shower
- Dressing area
- Free toiletries
- Dryer
General
- Wi-Fi
- Curtains for privacy
- Locker and plug sockets (per reviews)
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.4/10 from 336 reviews
Booking.com · 8.4 · 336 reviews
8.4Verified guest“We stayed at a lovely hostel in a great location. The staff at Art - Vitamin Smiles were incredibly helpful and spoke excellent English. They arranged an airport pickup for us, and booking tours and buses through them was easy. The hostel had a sociable atmosphere and served a delicious breakfast. The dorms were clean and had lockers, plug sockets, lights, and curtains. It was great value for the money and within walking distance of everything.”
8.4Verified guest“Our second stay in Ho Chi Minh City was even better than the first. Art - Vitamin Smiles Hostel exceeded our expectations with helpful staff, clean and comfortable rooms, and delicious breakfast options. The location was perfect, with lots of local food and markets nearby. We especially enjoyed chatting with other guests and the staff on the rooftop in the evenings.”
8.4Verified guest“Loved this place! Cute, clean, and comfy room. Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was amazing. Great location with lots of restaurants and markets nearby. Will definitely come back!”
8.4Verified guest“The staff were welcoming, the rooms were large with modern amenities, and the location was great.”
8.4Verified guest“Good location, spacious private room, helpful staff, excellent breakfast.”
8.4Verified guest“The local breakfast was fantastic, and the staff were extremely friendly and nice. The location was perfect, and we could reach everything on foot. I would definitely come back if I visit Ho Chi Minh City again.”
04 — Location
Getting around Ho Chi Minh City
The property sits in Ho Chi Minh City.
Pham Ngu Lao Street: A 500-metre walk from the hostel, this street is the centre of Ho Chi Minh City's backpacker scene, packed with bars, restaurants, and travel agencies.
Independence Palace: Roughly a 25-minute walk away, this historic landmark offers a glimpse into Vietnam's modern history.
Local markets and food: Guests note many local food stalls and markets nearby, perfect for sampling street eats and daily essentials.
96 De Tham Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh Municipality, Vietnam
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 35 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.
Can I book airport pickup or tours at the hostel?
Yes, guests have mentioned the staff can arrange airport pickup and book tours such as the Mekong Delta and Cu Chi trips.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, a free breakfast is served, with both Western and Vietnamese options, including DIY eggs.
Are pets allowed?
Pets are allowed, according to the hostel's policies.
What kind of rooms are available?
The hostel has shared dormitories (6, 8, and 12-bed female, male, and mixed) as well as private rooms including singles, doubles, and deluxe doubles with king beds.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the hostel.
The bottom line
A strong choice for budget-conscious travellers who want a sociable hostel with great staff, free breakfast, and easy access to District 1’s sights.
8.4Based on an 8.4 rating from 336 reviews, with consistent praise for staff, breakfast, and location.
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