Nimmu House: "Absolutely lovely and charming hotel"

Review by: 571wanderlust | Source: Trip Advisor
A beautiful heritage property with a lovely staff who is always ready to help. Peaceful and relaxing days spent at Nimmu, and the best food! Would love to go back again soon. Close to Leh and the tent spaces outside are lovely.

Rachamankha: "Amazing small boutique hitel"

Review by: tidemd14 | Source: Trip Advisor
"We stayed at the Rachamankha for 4 nights in August. There are several huge positives about the hotel. First and foremost it's in the middle of the city but in a residential neighborhood and on a small alley surrounded by walls. As such it is a quiet oasis where you forget you're in a large town at all. The staff is amazing, helpful, and genuine and willing to whatever to make your stay wonderful. It's a small intimate hotel with very few rooms and is very quiet. We mostly saw couples. The entire hotel is laid out in a very symmetric, peaceful, zen-like way and was actually designed by a famous architect who has his office off the hotel library. The decor is very interesting, with regional historic artifacts in the outdoor hallways and courtyards. The included breakfast at the restaurant was outstanding and there was a good set of menu options. The one dinner we had was excellent as well, though somewhat pricy. The only downside was that the wifi was weak, slow, and frequently failed requiring another login. AC is great and you can make the room as cool as you want. In summary: Pros: outstanding boutique hotel in an excellent location; great value Con: weak wifi"

Tugu Lombok: "Best friend wedding"

Review by: marcdevias | Source: Trip Advisor
"Thank you so much to all the management and staff for a wonderful stay with the Tugu family. My best friends got maried on this lovely resort. I was blown away by the buty of this place. Every thing was just perfect. The rooms are just amazing with outdoor bathrooms. The beeches sublime. Snorkeling is great and all you need is provided. 2 pools are available for you to enjoy and I mean really enjoy. The art in the rooms and doted all over the complex are amazing. Every day I would discover something new. Once again A BIG thank you to all the staff at Tugu for making such an inportent day in my friends life a wonderful memory that I'm shor they will never forget. I know I won't. And of course thank you Chef your food was just perfect. "

Tugu Lombok: "Best hotel I’ve ever stayed in. Genuinely"

Review by: Beccy C | Source: Trip Advisor
"Where do I start...Hotel Tugu Lombok is quite simply the best hotel I've ever stayed in. I have travelled a fair amount, both for business and holidays, and I have never stayed anywhere quite as special as Hotel Tugu. In the first night of our stay we actually got engaged here, however engagement aside, I adored this place. The staff are wonderful, every single person. Truly lovely, warm and kind people. I can't say enough good things about them! The setting is stunning with a private beach and clear ocean. The two swimming pools are gorgeous and the restaurants with their views are so quiet and peaceful. Quite simply this hotel is an idyllic oasis of calm where you can truly switch off and relax. The grounds are beautiful and so well cared for with hammocks, seating areas, day beds, etc. We stayed in villa 205 which was gorgeous - a giant four poster bed which was the most beautiful and biggest bed I've ever slept in. The outdoor bathroom was stunning and huge, with a massive tub and the coolest overhead rain shower you'll ever see! Breakfast is delicious and served until late, with gorgeous smoothie bowls - about 10 to choose from. Lots of egg dishes, pancakes, waffles, fruit, juices etc! Every afternoon between 4 and 6pm there is afternoon tea in the gardens which is a wonderful touch with homemade cakes, that change every day. We loved everything we ate for dinner, and there is a new page of specials every evening. You can dine on the beach in amongst lots of candles and it feels so private and special. There are paddle boards, snorkels and kayaks for your use - they've thought of everything! One evening we took bikes and rode to a different beach to watch the sunset. It felt like one of the most special moments ever and was quite simply breathtaking. The locals are lovely and showed us the way so there was never a chance we had could get lost. On our final night while we were at dinner and the staff created what can only be described as animal farm made of towels in our bedroom. It was ridiculously good!!!!! They'd also lined the whole path to our villa with flower petals and candles! To sum up we didn't leave the hotel apart from to cycle to sunset. We stayed 4 nights and I did not want to leave. If I could give this hotel 10 stars I would. It was the most luxurious, relaxed and incredible hotel. Cannot recommend enough."

Villa Song Saigon: "My Stay at Villa Song"

Review by: Derek F | Source: Trip Advisor
"We took 2 rooms at Villa Song - one for ourselves and another for our weekend guests. All 4 of us were very happy with the hotel. It's location on the river is excellent and peaceful. It was great to have a free boat service into and back from District 1. The pool is fabulous. The beds are exceptionally comfortable. We had 2 good dinners at the hotel. Room Tip: The bathroom lighting could be improved"

Cheong Fatt Tze – Blue Mansion: "A really beautiful hotel"

Review by: ADix16 | Source: Trip Advisor
"The Blue Mansion is such a beautiful hotel. The history, decor and ambiance are so relaxing. The staff were very friendly and willing to help with anything. It's in a good location and they also lend you push bikes to go exploring on. There were so many thoughtful details eg in the presentation, room ""turn down"" with cake tin, and homemade jams and marmalades for breakfast. Fantastic. Room Tip: My room was on the supposed ""loud side"" but it didn't bother me. I could hear the kara..."

Rachamankha: "Book here if you want an authentic experience"

Review by: Elisa S | Source: Trip Advisor
"I went here for my honeymoon and I must say we are both very satisfied. The hotel has been designed by a famous architect (just found out while I was there). It's some sort of ""zen"" garden with sophisticated art and furniture pieces. In this hotel you will feel like you are part of Thailand's culture. Truly authentic. Plus, friendly staff and good quality breakfast."

Cheong Fatt Tze – Blue Mansion: "Feels like staying in a 19th century building"

Review by: cys934 | Source: Trip Advisor
The property still retains its original feel, as the owners have used professional building conservation methods to restore the building instead of totally revamping the interior in accordance to modern interior design concepts. Recommend to attend the daily guided tours to know more about the history of the building and its 1st owner, Cheong Fatt Sze.

Villa Song: "A delight"

Review by: Shrewsbury1 | Source: Trip Advisor
"Ho Chi Minh City is a buzzing metropolis. Villa Song is located 15 minutes away up the river. It was a joy to go in each day by boat and return again on the boat in the afternoon after pounding the pavements. The staff are charming. Food and service are great. Our room was spacious and comfortable.The hotel is a lively but peaceful oasis. Highly recommended."

Villa Song Saigon: "Best staycation"

Review by: LinhVu | Source: Trip Advisor
River view, love garden, boutique pool, and of course must mention the beautiful villa where accommodate 10+ rooms in colonial designs. We stayed in 3 different types of rooms at Villa Song & all have its own uniqueness.
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