# Coliving in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam > Source: https://colivingscout.com/destinations/ho-chi-minh-city/ (updated 25 September 2026). Published by ColivingScout. Cite the page URL and its update date. Ho Chi Minh City, also widely called Saigon, is a base for people who want a large Vietnamese city around their workday. A manageable daily route matters more than collecting attractions near the address. ## Quick answer Coliving in Ho Chi Minh City can combine a private furnished studio with social space and household services. Kolab’s Townhouse and Neighbours homes offer two named starting points in Đa Kao and Tân Định. Decide whether you want a smaller shared-home community or a more independent serviced studio, then ask exactly how residents meet. An attractive rooftop alone does not tell you whether the place has an active community. ## Key facts | Fact | Detail | | --- | --- | | Country | Vietnam (Asia) | | Best for | City energy, Remote work | | Areas to compare | Đa Kao, Tân Định, Central District 1 area | | Named coliving spaces | 2 | | Currency | Vietnamese đồng (VND) | | Time zone | Indochina Time, UTC+7 | | Main airport | Tan Son Nhat International (SGN) | ## Is it right for you? - Best for: A dense urban routine, with work and social destinations to plan around and a place often considered for location-independent work; verify each home’s setup. - Check first: Compare the total quote for your actual dates, including a second occupant if relevant. Vietnam Tourism highlights both traffic and a rainy season; plan realistic journeys and a workable indoor routine. Ask for photos of the offered studio and written cancellation terms before making a longer commitment. - Work setup: Air conditioning, a comfortable desk and call privacy deserve separate questions. Ask whether electricity is included without a usage cap, whether laundry means a service or machine access, and if common work areas stay usable when social events take place. - Before you decide: Compare the total quote for your actual dates, including a second occupant if relevant. Vietnam Tourism highlights both traffic and a rainy season; plan realistic journeys and a workable indoor routine. Ask for photos of the offered studio and written cancellation terms before making a longer commitment. ## Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City for coliving ### Đa Kao Compare for a central urban routine and access to the streets around Đinh Tiên Hoàng. Check the precise entrance and whether a bedroom faces the road or an internal courtyard before deciding about noise. ### Tân Định Kolab Neighbours gives this area a concrete option to investigate. Map your regular errands and work destinations from Hai Bà Trưng, including the crossings you will use on foot. ### Central District 1 area Useful for comparison when meetings, shops and cultural visits cluster centrally. Older district names remain common in listings; request the current full address so that map pins and arrival instructions agree. ## Coliving spaces in Ho Chi Minh City to compare Source-linked research options, not live ColivingScout inventory. Confirm the room, price and availability on each source. | Space | Area | Format | Advertised price | Check before booking | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Kolab Townhouse](https://colivingscout.com/properties/kolab-townhouse-saigon/) | Đa Kao | Coliving residence | Not recorded | Confirm the exact entrance, studio equipment, electricity terms and services for your dates. | | [Kolab Neighbours](https://colivingscout.com/properties/kolab-neighbours-saigon/) | Tân Định | Coliving residence | From USD 600 per month (checked 2026-09-25) | Ask which room is offered, how street noise is handled and whether the advertised services apply to your contract. | ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ho Chi Minh City a good place for coliving? Coliving in Ho Chi Minh City can combine a private furnished studio with social space and household services. Kolab’s Townhouse and Neighbours homes offer two named starting points in Đa Kao and Tân Định. Decide whether you want a smaller shared-home community or a more independent serviced studio, then ask exactly how residents meet. An attractive rooftop alone does not tell you whether the place has an active community. ### Which areas of Ho Chi Minh City are best for coliving? Start by comparing Đa Kao, Tân Định and Central District 1 area. Đa Kao: compare for a central urban routine and access to the streets around Đinh Tiên Hoàng. Check the precise entrance and whether a bedroom faces the road or an internal courtyard before deciding about noise. Tân Định: Kolab Neighbours gives this area a concrete option to investigate. Map your regular errands and work destinations from Hai Bà Trưng, including the crossings you will use on foot. Central District 1 area: useful for comparison when meetings, shops and cultural visits cluster centrally. Older district names remain common in listings; request the current full address so that map pins and arrival instructions agree. Choose the area around the places you will visit every week, then compare exact homes. ### What should remote workers check in Ho Chi Minh City? Air conditioning, a comfortable desk and call privacy deserve separate questions. Ask whether electricity is included without a usage cap, whether laundry means a service or machine access, and if common work areas stay usable when social events take place. ### How many coliving spaces are listed in Ho Chi Minh City? ColivingScout lists 2 named options in Ho Chi Minh City, including Kolab Townhouse and Kolab Neighbours. Each links to its original source; confirm the current room, price and availability there. ### How much does coliving cost in Ho Chi Minh City? Advertised starting prices for named Ho Chi Minh City spaces were USD 600 per month when we checked their own pages on 25 September 2026 (1 space publishes a monthly price). The rate depends on the room, dates and length of stay, and deposits, utilities and fees can add to it, so ask each operator for an itemised quote. ### What should I check before booking coliving in Ho Chi Minh City? Compare the total quote for your actual dates, including a second occupant if relevant. Vietnam Tourism highlights both traffic and a rainy season; plan realistic journeys and a workable indoor routine. Ask for photos of the offered studio and written cancellation terms before making a longer commitment. Ask for an itemised quote covering rent, deposit, utilities, cleaning and any platform fees, and get the minimum stay, notice period and cancellation terms in writing before paying. ### What currency and time zone does Ho Chi Minh City use? Ho Chi Minh City uses the Vietnamese đồng (VND). Local time is Indochina Time, UTC+7. The main arrival airport is Tan Son Nhat International (SGN). ### Do I need a visa to stay in Ho Chi Minh City for a month or more? It depends on your nationality, passport and length of stay, and the rules change. Check the official immigration or embassy website for Vietnam before you book a long stay, and make sure the coliving agreement fits the visa you will hold. TravelShifu summarises the main entry routes in “Vietnam e-visa guide”. ## Sources - [Kolab Living: named homes and services](https://www.kolabliving.com/) - [Vietnam Tourism: Ho Chi Minh City](https://vietnam.travel/places-to-go/southern-vietnam/ho-chi-minh-city)