Trying to Find a $30 Hotel in Hồ Chí Minh City (Impossible?)

Can you still find a decent hotel for $30 in Ho Chi Minh City? We are hitting the streets to see if it is possible. We have been on the road for over a year now, and while we love the slow-travel life, the daily logistics still require some effort. Finding quality, affordable lodging is a constant balancing act. We are testing the market in Ho Chi Minh City to see if a $30 budget for Vietnam accommodation is realistic, or if we need to adjust our expectations. After the hotel hunt, we are heading to Sorella for a high-speed treatment. It is a nice change of pace to fit a little travel spa experience into our routine while managing our long-term travel budget. Whether you are planning a trip or just curious about the reality of modern budget travel, we hope this gives you a better look at life on the ground here. Subscribe to OG Trotter for firsthand travel stories and the practical side of living and working on the road. Tell us in the comments: what is the most you have ever paid for a hotel room? Stay longer. Notice more.