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New Year's Eve: where to go after the fireworks
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New Year's Eve: where to go after the fireworks

New Year's Eve and Christmas Eve are the two fastest-selling nights of the year here. But the real problem on countdown night is rarely finding a room — it is getting home afterwards.

The real problem is the journey home

Most couples plan the watching and forget the leaving. Tens of thousands of people head home at once and roads near the fireworks are closed for hours beforehand. Book somewhere within walking distance, park once, and stay. Check in after midnight and you can check out as late as 14:00.

Standing offers you can count on

  • Check in after midnight and check out as late as 14:00 — exactly what countdown night needs
  • Save 150,000đ when you check in after 22:00, Sunday to Thursday
  • Hourly charges stop at the full-day rate
  • Decoration packages at 3,000,000đ and 4,000,000đ, room not included
  • Reception open 24/7 at every hotel, New Year included

Where to watch, and which hotel to pick

The city publishes its firework locations each year — check the official announcement. Van Phat Hotel suits anyone watching downtown; the three Trung Son hotels sit outside the congestion. Pick a room you can fall straight into: a twin bathtub for tired legs, or Muse and Myth for something more special.

How far ahead, and what to settle early

Book three to four weeks ahead — earlier than Christmas, because countdown demand lands on a single night. Tell reception if you plan to check in after midnight so the late checkout is held for you.

Rates across the group

1001 Nights Hotel 2

23 Street No. 5, Trung Son Residential Area, Binh Hung, Ho Chi Minh City

3 room types · from 850,000đ
Room type First 2 hours Each extra hour Full day Book
Room Couple Bath Room 33 m² · 2 guests 400,000đ 150,000đ 950,000đ Book
Room Luxury 30 m² · 2 guests 350,000đ 150,000đ 900,000đ Book
Room Romantic 30 m² · 2 guests 350,000đ 150,000đ 850,000đ Book

1001 Nights Luxury

16 Street No. 7, Trung Son Residential Area, Binh Hung, Ho Chi Minh City

2 room types · from 1,100,000đ
Room type First 2 hours Each extra hour Full day Book
Room Myth 30 m² · 2 guests 500,000đ 150,000đ 1,250,000đ Book
Room Muse 30 m² · 2 guests 450,000đ 150,000đ 1,100,000đ Book

Vạn Phát Hotel

61 Pham Viet Chanh, Cau Ong Lanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City

5 room types · from 650,000đ
Room type First 2 hours Each extra hour Full day Book
Room APARTMENT 50 m² · 4 guests 1,500,000đ Book
Room SUITE 30 m² · 2 guests 400,000đ 150,000đ 950,000đ Book
Room DELUXE 30 m² · 2 guests 350,000đ 100,000đ 850,000đ Book
Room SUPERIOR 25 m² · 2 guests 350,000đ 100,000đ 750,000đ Book
Room STANDARD 25 m² · 2 guests 300,000đ 100,000đ 650,000đ Book

1001 Nights Hotel 1

30 Street No. 7, Trung Son Residential Area, Binh Hung, Ho Chi Minh City

2 room types · from 600,000đ
Room type First 2 hours Each extra hour Full day Book
Room VIP 1 25 m² · 2 guests 300,000đ 100,000đ 650,000đ Book
Room VIP 2 25 m² · 2 guests 250,000đ 100,000đ 600,000đ Book

Booking window 09:00 – 23:30. Checking in or out after 23:30 is charged at the daily rate. Check in after 22:00 and save 150,000đ on the check-in night, Sunday through Thursday.

Frequently asked questions

How early should we book for New Year's Eve?

Three to four weeks — earlier than Christmas, because all the demand lands on one night.

If we check in after midnight, when do we check out?

Up to 14:00. Checking in after midnight comes with a late checkout.

Which hotel is closest to the fireworks?

Van Phat Hotel in District 1 if you are watching downtown; the Trung Son hotels if you want to avoid the crowd entirely.

Will there be fireworks this year, and where?

The city announces its firework locations each year, and some years there are none. Check the official announcement closer to the date.

Can we book by the hour on 31 December?

Yes, within the 09:00–23:30 window — but a full night almost always makes more sense on this particular date.

Can we bring wine and food in?

Yes. House rules only prohibit flammable or hazardous items and strong-smelling food.

Hold a room for New Year's Eve

Call three to four weeks ahead — this is the fastest-selling night of the year.