The Best 13 Office Buildings in District 1

District 1 is the commercial and administrative heart of Ho Chi Minh City. With strong connectivity, modern infrastructure and a concentration of major businesses and public institutions, it remains a preferred office location for companies seeking visibility, convenience and a professional business address.

This guide introduces 13 notable office buildings in District 1, giving businesses a practical overview of their locations, specifications, amenities and surrounding connectivity when considering office space in central Ho Chi Minh City.

Contents 1. The Kross 2. Bitexco Financial Tower 3. Sun Wah Tower 4. Saigon Centre 5. Marina Central Tower 6. Metropolitan Tower 7. mPlaza Saigon 8. Deutsches Haus 9. Friendship Tower 10. Saigon Tower 11. Vietcombank Tower 12. Me Linh Point Tower 13. Riverbank Place

1. THE KROSS OFFICE BUILDING

The Kross is a new Grade A office development in central Ho Chi Minh City. The building is designed for businesses seeking modern workspace, convenient connectivity and internationally recognised sustainability standards.

The project combines functional office design, business-focused amenities and green and wellness certifications.

Overview:

• Location: 3A-3B Ton Duc Thang Street, Sai Gon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
• Developer: Trung Viet Investment
• Number of floors: 36 above-ground floors and 5 basement levels
• Typical floorplate: Approximately 985-1,053 sq m
• Certifications: LEED Gold and WELL

Key Features:

• Dedicated VIP elevators
• Wet pantry on every floor
• 50 mm raised floor system supporting cable management and flexible office layouts
• Refuge floor on Level 19
• Office space designed to optimise natural light and functional efficiency

Location Information:

• Ba Son Metro Station: 1 minute
• Thu Thiem New Financial District: 3 minutes
• Ben Thanh Market: 8 minutes
• Ho Chi Minh City-Long Thanh-Dau Giay Expressway: 20 minutes
• Tan Son Nhat International Airport: 30 minutes

2. Bitexco Financial Tower

Bitexco Tower is one of the most famous office buildings in District 1. It is 262 meters high and is on Hai Trieu Road and is only several metres from Nguyen Hue Walking Street and Ham Nghi Street. Bitexco entered the market in 2010 and offers a full range of amenities, including offices, commercial spaces, restaurants, and parking in the city centre. It also boasts one of the few helipads in Ho Chi Minh City.

Overview:

• Location: 02 Hai Trieu, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
• Developer: Bitexco Group
• Number of levels: 68 and three basement levels
• Floor area: 119,000 sq m

Key Features:

• A professional and friendly reception
• High-quality office equipment
• Modern meeting rooms
• High-quality sound and light systems
• Comfortable cafeterias
• Automatic fire protection system
• Automatic generator system

Local Information:

• Bus station: 1-minute walk
• Consulate General of Switzerland: 3-minute walk
• Bach Dang Wharf: 10-minute walk
• Nguyen Hue Walking Street: 5-minute walk

3. SunWah Tower

Sun Wah Tower is an office building for lease in District 1. It is on Nguyen Hue Walking Street and is close to other esteemed office buildings in District 1 like Bitexco, Vietcombank Tower, and Vincom Center. It is opposite a future metro station.

Overview:

• Address: Nguyen Hue, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Number of levels: 22 and a two-level basement, six elevators
• Typical net floorplate: 1,500 sq m
• Total net area: 20,800 sq m

Key Features:

• Safety is prioritised with thorough security checks and 24/7 CCTV and security officers
• Grade A sound and lighting systems and soundproofing
• Administrative area with printers, copiers, and scanners

Location Information:

• Nguyen Hue Walking Street: 1-minute walk
• Bus stop: 3-minute walk
• Bach Dang Wharf: 5-minute walk
• Ben Thanh Market: 7-minute drive
• Thu Thiem 2 Bridge: 7-minute drive

4. Saigon Centre

From Saigon Centre, office workers can access Districts 2, 3, 4, 5 and Binh Thanh. Saigon Centre is close to Ben Thanh Market, Saigon general hospital, and Vincom Center. It is home to esteemed businesses like Keppel Land.

Overview:

• Address: 65 Le Loi, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Number of levels: A two-level basement, 1 ground floor, 18 levels, 11 elevators
• Typical net floorplate: 2,022 sq m
• Lease size: 150 sq m to 4,044 sq m

Key Features:

• Central air conditioning
• High-speed internet
• Each office has a soundproofing system
• Ground floor reception
• Fire protection system
• Car and motorbike parking areas have separate entrances
• High-end security

Location Information:

• Ben Thanh Market: 2-minute walk
• Nguyen Hue walking street: 2-minute walk
• Metro line: 1-minute walk
• Tan Son Nhat International Airport: 30-minute drive

5. Marina Central Tower

Located in the heart of District 1, Marina Central Tower provides premium offices and retail spaces with strong connectivity via Ton Duc Thang Street and Nguyen Huu Canh Street, access to Ba Son Metro Station, and a direct connection to Ba Son Bridge.

The commercial development holds LEED Platinum certification, one of the highest global recognitions for green buildings.

As part of the Grand Marina Saigon complex, the project serves businesses, residents, visitors and professionals in central Ho Chi Minh City. It also includes dedicated business connection space between Levels 36 and 44.

Overview:

• Developer: Masterise Homes
• Address: 2 Ton Duc Thang Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Number of floors: 55 floors and 5 basement levels
• Typical floorplate: 1,800 sq m
• Site area: 6,042 sq m

Key Features:

• Modern building systems, lighting and workplace infrastructure
• Large floorplates with effective sound insulation
• Tenant pantry and amenity areas
• Professional reception and business support services
• Meeting facilities with internet connectivity, online meeting equipment and catering services

Location Information:

• Office cluster: 68 Grade A and Grade B office buildings nearby
• Hotels: 19 hotels across upper-upscale, midscale and economy segments within a 1 km driving radius
• Retail: Saigon Centre and Takashimaya, Rex Arcade, Union Square and Vincom Centre

6. Metropolitan Tower

Metropolitan Tower is across the road from Notre Dame Cathedral and the Ho Chi Minh City Post Office. It delivers convenient links to the city and proximity to several government offices and esteemed businesses.

Overview:

• Building name: Metropolitan Tower
• Address: 235 Dong Khoi, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Number of levels: 18, a three-level basement, and six high-speed elevators
• Typical net floorplate: 1,500 sq m
• Total net area: 22,900 sq m

Key Features:

• Central Air Conditioning
• 24/7 CCTV
• International standard fire-fighting system
• High-speed internet
• Professional building management

Location Information:

• Notre-Dame Cathedral: 1-minute walk
• Saigon Opera House: 5-minute walk
• Vincom Centre: 5-minute walk

7. mPlaza Saigon

mPlaza Saigon is at 39 Le Duan, Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. It is in the bustling core of and is surrounded by office buildings, shopping malls, high-end apartments, finance institutions, and modern utilities. The property provides great access to Districts 3, 4, and 7.

Overview:

• Building Name: mPlaza Saigon (Kumho Asiana Plaza)
• Address: 39 Le Duan, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, HCMC
• Number of levels: 21, a three-level basement, and 16 elevators
• Typical net floorplate: 1,700 sq m

Key Features:

• Abundant parking in the centre of the city
• Reception services
• Fire protection system and automatic generators
• Surveillance camera systems and 24/7 protection

Location Information:

• Children's Hospital 2: 14 m
• Tan Son Nhat airport: 20-minute drive
• Nearby buildings: Petrovietnam Tower and Saigon Tower.

8. Deutsches Haus

This Grade A structure is situated next to the general consulates of the United States of America, the United Kingdom, and the Republic of France in the center of Ho Chi Minh City. Due to Deutsches Haus Ho Chi Minh City's prime location, tenants will be able to both attract and keep top people for their companies and fully utilize emerging infrastructure projects like the metro line.

Overview:

• Address: 33 Le Duan, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Number of levels: 25 and a 4-level basement, 12 guest lifts
• Net floorplates: 1,500 sq m
• Total net area: 30,000 sq m

Key Features:

• LEED Platinum stands
• Fresh air and fan coil System for office

Local Information: 

• Notre Dame Cathedral: 5-minute walk
• Consulate General of France: 3-minutes walk
• U.S Consulate General HCMC: 1-minute walk

9. Friendship Tower

Friendship Tower is an office building in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. It is on Le Duan Street, a hotspot for commercial real estate in Saigon. The office is close to the German, British, US, and French consulates and is home to esteemed foreign businesses like GCM Viet Nam and CZ Slovakia Viet Nam.

Overview

• Address: 31 Le Duan, Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Ceiling height: 2.7 m
• Number of levels: 21 and a four-level basement
• Net floorplate: 723 sq m

Key Features:

• Modern central air conditioning system
• Generators ensure continuous operations
• Seven high-speed elevators + one service elevator

Location Information:

• Ben Thanh Market: 5-minute drive
• Bus stop: 1-minute walk

10. Saigon Tower

Saigon Tower is a prominent office building in central Ho Chi Minh City. Located opposite the U.S. Consulate General and within walking distance of the French and British consulates, the building is positioned within an established international business district.

Overview:

• Address: 29 Le Duan Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Number of floors: 19 floors and 2 basement levels
• Typical floorplate: 946 sq m
• Elevators: Four high-speed Schindler elevators

Key Features:

• 24/7 security and CCTV coverage across common areas and elevators
• Shared pantry area on every floor
• 48-hour backup power for electricity and air conditioning
• TOTO sanitary equipment

Location Information:

• Notre-Dame Cathedral: 5-minute drive
• Bus stop: 1-minute walk
• Children's Hospital 2: 2-minute drive

11. Vietcombank Tower

This Grade A office building is in one of the most desirable areas in Ho Chi Minh City. Vietcombank Tower is in the middle of the city and its neighbours include the new Hilton Saigon. It is close to major businesses and transportation hubs and is perfect for businesses looking for offices close to their partners. The property is home to various head offices, including Vietcombank and Heineken.

Overview:

• Address: Me Linh Square, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Developer: Vietcombank - Bonday - Ben Thanh
• Number of levels: 35 and a four-level basement, 15 elevators
• Typical net floorplate: 1,100 sq m
• Total gross area: 55,000 sq m

Key Features:

• Comprehensive supporting equipment like printers and copiers
• High standards for lighting, sound, and sound insulation systems
• Support services
• Meeting rooms and canteens

Location Information:

• Close to upcoming metro stations
• Bach Dang Wharf: 2-minute walk
• Nguyen Hue Walking Street: 5-minute walk
• Ho Chi Minh City Opera House: 6-minute walk
• Ben Thanh Market: 10-minute drive

12. Me Linh Point Tower

Me Linh Point Tower, which overlooks the Saigon River, is strategically located in Me Linh Square. Melinh Point's location enables its tenants to attract and retain top talent, grow their businesses, and fully capitalize on future infrastructure developments such as the Thu Thiem 2 bridge and pedestrian bridge.

Overview:

• Address: 2 Ngo Duc Ke, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, HCMC
• Number of levels: 22 and a three-level basement
• Net floorplate: 1,000 sq m
• Ceiling height: 2.7 m

Key Features:

• Green Mark Platinum Certification
• 100% emergency power back-up
• Central air-conditioning with BAS control

Location Information:

• Saigon River: 05 minutes walk
• Independence Palace: 05-minute drive
• Ben Thanh Market: 05-minute drive

13. Riverbank Place

Riverbank Place is in the heart of Saigon and overlooks the Saigon River. It offers luxurious spaces, modern features, and lush landscaping, great for businesses looking to establish themselves or expand in Viet Nam.

Overview:

• Address: 3C Ton Duc Thang, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
• Number of levels: 22 levels and a three-level basement, five elevators
• Typical net floorplate: 1,670 sq m
• Total gross area: 36,740 sq m

Key Features:

• Grade A utilities and professional services
• 5 high-speed, large elevators
• 24/7 camera and security systems
• Automatic fire protection system
• Stable internet connection and phones
• Daily office cleaning
• Generators with large capacities ensure power supply in the event of a power outage

Location Information:

• Bus Stop: 1-minute walk
• Bach Dang Wharf: 5-minute walk
• Children's Hospital 2: 4-minute drive
• Botanical garden: 5-minute drive

These 13 office buildings offer a range of locations, floorplates, technical specifications and amenities for businesses considering office space in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. As occupiers increasingly prioritise workplace quality, sustainability and access to talent, centrally located Grade A buildings continue to support corporate positioning and operational requirements.

When selecting an office, businesses should assess location, budget, usable area, building specifications, management quality and future expansion requirements rather than considering rental rates alone.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which office building is best in District 1?

There is no single building that suits every business. Notable options include The Kross, Bitexco Financial Tower, Saigon Centre, Deutsches Haus, Vietcombank Tower, Friendship Tower and Riverbank Place. Each offers different advantages in terms of location, floorplate size, building standards, green credentials and tenant amenities.

2. Why do businesses continue to prioritise offices in District 1?

District 1 is Ho Chi Minh City's financial, commercial and administrative centre, with a concentration of banks, international hotels, retail centres and corporate headquarters. It also provides convenient connections to other central districts and Metro Line 1.

3. Should businesses choose Grade A or Grade B offices in District 1?

Grade A offices generally suit businesses that prioritise corporate positioning, employee experience and international operating standards. Grade B offices can provide greater budget flexibility while retaining a central location and reliable building management. Headcount, budget and growth plans should be considered before a decision is made.

4. What should businesses consider when leasing office space in District 1?

In addition to rent, businesses should evaluate transport connectivity, usable area, expansion options, technical specifications, management quality, parking and surrounding amenities. Green certifications such as LEED and WELL may also be relevant to international occupiers and long-term ESG objectives.

5. Which office buildings in District 1 have green credentials?

Notable projects developed or operated in line with international sustainability standards include The Kross, Deutsches Haus, Marina Central Tower and Vietcombank Tower. Businesses should verify the current certification scope and status when comparing individual leasing options.

6. How does Savills support businesses leasing offices in District 1?

Savills supports the office leasing process from workplace requirement assessment and building shortlisting to property tours, cost analysis, commercial negotiations and lease completion support. This helps businesses compare suitable options against their operating requirements, budget and growth plans.

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