The annual HotelClub Awards doles out recognition to a vast array of hotels in notable destinations like Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia and Australia. From luxury hotels to beach resorts, boutique hotels to budget accommodations, the awards honour hotels that consistently deliver excellence in a variety of classifications.

With that firmly in mind, check out HotelClub’s ten hotels on a shoestring budget in Vietnam for 2010.

Finalists:

Que Huong Liberty 4 Hotel Ho Chi Minh City

The Que Huong Liberty provides tidy and comfortable accommodation to leisure and business travellers alike. In the heart of vibrant Ho Chi Minh City, the hotel is within easy pedestrian access of all the frenetic action the metropolis of over 7 million people is famous for.

Hoang Hai Long Hotel Ho Chi Minh City

The Hoang Hai Long Hotel is another notable budget gem in vibrant Ho Chi Minh City. The smart, tasteful property enjoys fortuitous proximity to some of the best points of interest in the city and boasts a terrific on-site restaurant and lounge.

Empress Hotel Ho Chi Minh City

A regal property between the heart of Ho Chi Minh City and Saigon Railway Station, the Empress Hotel has a touch of the exotic, with distinct room décor, delicious on-site cuisine and a warm ambiance throughout.

Sen Viet Hotel Ho Chi Minh

Yet another standout budget option in Ho Chi Minh City, the Sen Viet Hotel is modern, chic and delightfully close to nightlife and landmarks like the Reunification Palace, Saigon Opera House, Thien Hau Pagoda and Vinh Nghiem Temple. The Sen Viet also provides fine cuisine and a state-of-the-art gym and conference rooms.

Hanoi Charming Hotel

The capital of Vietnam is a world-class city, full of life, action and phenomenal cultural landmarks. Visitors to Hanoi can take it all in courtesy of the superb Charming Hotel. The modest, comfortable and casual Yen Thai Street property provides matchless access to Hanoi’s best points of interest.

The Jasmine Hotel Hanoi

Enviably nestled in Hanoi’s venerable Old Quarter, the Jasmine Hotel is a magnificent budget jewel. The lovely hotel is a stone’s throw from Hoan Kiem Lake and other wonderful landmarks like the Presidential Palace, Tay Ho Pagoda and Hanoi Opera House.

Medallion Hanoi Hotel

The beautiful Medallion Hotel deserves a medal for upscale charm and attentive service. Another Old Quarter gem for budget travellers to consider, the Hanoi property offers exquisite views from deluxe suites and convenient access to some of the best shops and historic monuments in the city.

Winners:

Sanouva Hotel Ho Chi Minh City

Ideal for visitors who want to explore Ho Chi Minh City’s busy business district, the Sanouva Hotel has plush, spacious rooms and excellent buffet breakfasts. Important points of interest like Ben Thanh Market and Ho Chi Minh City Museum are a short walk from the hotel’s front door.

Hanoi Luxor Hotel

The Hanoi Luxor’s sumptuous décor and architecture infers that the hotel caters to a more upmarket clientele. Happily, the brilliant Old Quarter property is suitable for travellers of all budgets. Rooms offer lavish serenity and the Luxor’s superlative restaurant and bar is a great place to unwind after a long day out in Hanoi.

Hanoi Lakeside Hotel

The Hanoi Lakeside Hotel is a pristine waterfront property that offers visitors to the capital of Vietnam exclusive access to spectacular Hoan Kiem Lake and a notable ensemble of vital landmarks. The hotel is a diminutive delight, with a manageable 18 rooms and a pleasant, tranquil ambiance.

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