About Hanoi

Hanoi, Vietnam’s bustling capital, is a captivating mix of ancient temples, tree-lined boulevards, and buzzing street life, where centuries-old traditions meet a modern cafe culture. Whether you're drawn by its rich history, vibrant food scene or dynamic energy, you’ll want the perfect place to stay. From cool, design-led hotels in the Old Quarter to grand luxury in the French Quarter and laid-back lakeside retreats, Hanoi has something for every traveller.

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Hanoi’s charm lies in its vibrant contrasts, and nowhere is this more evident than in the bustling Old Quarter. This lively neighbourhood, often called the heart of the city, is a maze of narrow streets filled with street food vendors, timeworn shophouses, and cosy cafes. Wandering through with a guided tour is a great way to soak it all in, especially with highlights like Hoan Kiem Lake, the serene Ngoc Son Temple, and the historic Mã Mây House offering a glimpse into Hanoi’s past.

Just southeast, the mood shifts in the elegant French Quarter, where grand colonial buildings like the Hanoi Opera House and Presidential Palace speak to the city's colonial history. You’ll also find the striking St Joseph’s Cathedral and the thought-provoking Hoa Lo Prison here. Elsewhere, Hanoi continues to impress with cultural gems like the Temple of Literature and Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum. As the sun sets, the city comes alive with walking tours, live music, and fine dining, making evenings in Hanoi just as captivating as the days.

The Best Places to Stay in Hanoi

For Boutique Chic

  • Stylish and romantic, Aira Boutique Hanoi Hotel & Spa offers 60 plush rooms with luxe beds, sleek bathrooms, and family-friendly interconnecting options. The rooftop pool and buzzing sky bar steal the show—perfect for soaking in skyline views with a cocktail in hand.
  • Elegant and spacious, La Siesta Classic Ma May blends old-world charm with modern comfort—think velvet chairs, hardwood floors, and lantern-lit ambiance. Two-bedroom suites are great for families, while the rooftop bar serves killer cocktails alongside sweeping 360° views of Hanoi’s historic heart.
  • Smarana Hanoi Heritage is a boutique gem infused with Hang Trong folk art and season-themed rooms bursting with colour and character. Add a rooftop bar and refined French restaurant, and you’ve got a one-of-a-kind stay that blends culture, comfort, and cuisine effortlessly.

For City Luxury

  • The InterContinental Hanoi Westlake is a serene lakeside escape with resort vibes boasting opulent rooms, sweeping views, and top-tier dining. The iconic Sunset Bar and dreamy wedding venues make it ideal for romantic getaways, special events, or luxury city breaks with a peaceful edge.
  • Set in a shimmering high-rise, Grand Mercure Hanoi delivers 181 sleek rooms blending Vietnamese heritage with modern flair. With stylish event spaces and two moody, atmospheric restaurants, it’s a top pick for business travellers who appreciate design and efficiency in equal measure.
  • Hotel de L'Opera- Bold and artsy, this luxe Old Quarter hotel pairs Parisian elegance with Vietnamese soul. Rich velvets, dark wood, and warm lighting set the mood in 107 theatrical rooms. Steps from the Opera House, it’s perfect for culture lovers craving a dramatic stay.
  • A fashionable retreat with rooftop wow-factor, Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel impresses with teal-and-brass interiors, a chic pool bar, and polished service. Ideal for style-conscious travellers seeking boutique luxury, it blends glamour and comfort in one of Hanoi’s most stylish addresses.

For Unparalleled Glitz & Glamour

  • A Hanoi legend since 1901, Sofitel Legend Metropole blends French colonial elegance with five-star flair. Expect opulent rooms, a famed cookery school for food lovers, and glamorous live music nights. Moments from the Opera House, it’s a magnet for luxury seekers and culture connoisseurs.
  • Designed by Bill Bensley, Capella Hanoi dazzles with opera-inspired decadence—think jewel-toned suites, dramatic chandeliers, and theatrical dining spaces. The showstopper? Michelin-starred Hibana by Koki. It’s haute couture hospitality for foodies, design lovers, and anyone craving a stay that’s as bold as it is luxurious.

For Great Value

  • Maison d'Orient- Tucked in the Old Quarter, this charming 12-room stay offers simple comfort with hardwood floors, private balconies, and flexible room setups. A laid-back, affordable base with complimentary bicycles—perfect for travellers keen to explore Hanoi’s streets at their own pace.
  • Golden Silk Boutique Hotel- With 55 elegant rooms, rosewood floors, and stylish Vietnamese decor, this Old Quarter hotel blends charm with comfort. Guests enjoy a fusion restaurant, rooftop terrace, and piano bar. A smart, mid-range pick for couples or business travellers seeking local flair and modern ease.
  • Overlooking Hoan Kiem Lake, Anise Hotel offers 42 well-priced rooms, many with lake views and space for families or groups. The 11th-floor restaurant boasts panoramic city scenes, making this an ideal, budget-friendly base with charm, convenience, and plenty of room to relax.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR VILLA

  • If you’d prefer to stay in an apartment or villa we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

  • Fly to Noi Bai International Airport, 45 minutes by taxi from Hanoi's enchanting old quarter. There are regular buses into town from the airport, although they tend to take longer. Choose a reputable taxi company or speak to your hotel in advance about an airport pick-up. If travelling from within the region, consider taking the train to Gia Lam Station or Hanoi Station.
  • The city is easy to navigate by public transport, but if you're comfortable driving in Asia and intend to venture into the surrounding countryside, contact our partner Rentalcars to hire a car.
  • Visit between December and April for warm, dry weather, with temperatures ranging between 25–35°C. December is the coolest time of year, with temperatures heating up and becoming increasingly humid from January onwards. Expect more rain between May and October, when it's well worth carrying an umbrella!

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The best hotels in Hanoi

Maison d'Orient

Hanoi (Hoan Kiem, Vietnam)

A small yet perfectly formed boutique bolthole in the heart of the famous Old Quarter. Chic rooms feature hardwood floors, clean design and large double windows leading onto private balconies. A real gem of a hotel for guests of all ages at an excellent price.

  • Local exploring - In Hanoi's bustling Old Quarter, this is a terrific base for on-foot explorations of historic sights, stalls & markets
  • Value chic - A carefully renovated heritage property with inviting rooms at affordable prices & spaces for guests of all ages
  • Great walks - Guided walking tours - especially those with a foodie focus - are a brilliant way to experience central Hanoi
  • Museums - Visit the Ho Chi Minh Museum and Mausoleum, or delve into Vietnam's dark past at Hoa Lo Prison Museum
from $53 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Golden Silk Boutique Hotel

Hanoi (Hoan Kiem District, Vietnam)

An elegant hotel situated in Hanoi's vibrant Old Quarter. Chic rooms feature rosewood floors, enormous beds and large works of Vietnamese art. Uber-modern bathrooms have big bathtubs, there's a Vietnamese fusion restaurant, a rooftop bar and a piano bar. Well-priced and well-located.

  • City Style - Contemporary Vietnamese design with gorgeous bathrooms, well-located for exploring as well as great shopping
  • Local markets - Stroll to the Dong Xuan Market and the Weekend Night Market, both abuzz with hawkers and keen shoppers
  • Value chic - A very reasonably priced option for a chic stay in the heart of the city
  • Theatre - Catch an atmospheric cultural peformance at the Water Puppet Theatre
from $71 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Anise Hotel

Hanoi (Ba Dinh, Vietnam )

A simple & affordable contemporary hotel at the bottom end of Hoan Kiem Lake. Smart, comfortable rooms have crisp linen, local art and modern bathrooms. The 11th floor restaurant boasts great city views, plus there's a gym, bar and business centre. Brilliant for budget-conscious group trips.

  • Close to nightlife - A multitude of lively bars and restaurants await within walking distance, perfect for a night out on the town
  • Groups - Groups of friends can share affordable rooms with multiple beds, and will appreciate the great location
  • Local markets - Get a taste of Hanoi life at the bustling Dong Xuan Market, where stalls brim with fresh produce
  • Value chic - A simple, well-priced stay for budget-conscious travellers in the city
from $81 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Aira Boutique Hanoi Hotel & Spa

Hanoi (Vietnam)

An upscale boutique hotel in Hanoi's bustling Old Quarter, crowned by a rooftop pool & lively sky bar, famed for its craft cocktails. The 60 lavish rooms & suites - some inter-connecting for families - have big beds topped with crisp white sheets, warm blue or red accents & smart bathrooms. Lovely.

  • Local exploring - A stylish hotel in the heart of the Old Quarter ideally placed for the best street food, quirky boutiques & historic landmarks
  • Great walks - Join on of the hotel's guides for a superb street food tour of Hanoi's old quarter, either at lunchtime or in the evening
  • Business meetings - A great base for a chic business trip, complete with meeting rooms & event spaces - including the rooftop bar
  • Hotel Entertainment - Expect live music performances at Aira Sky Bar on Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings
from $148 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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La Siesta Classic Ma May

Hanoi (Vietnam)

A charming boutique hotel in the Old Quarter, with spacious rooms and suites as well as a buzzy rooftop bar with impressive 360-degree city views. Well-appointed, elegant guest suites — some with two bedrooms — have hardwood floors, traditional hanging lamps & velvet-upholstered seats. Lovely.

  • Local exploring - Brilliantly located for exploring Hanoi's enchanting Old Quarter on foot, or taking a guided food tour
  • Families - Book a two-bedroom family suite or duplex, and enjoy the hotel's friendly vibe and fun private cinema
  • Great walks - Take an early morning walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, stopping at the Ngoc Son Temple & joining a tai chi session
  • Restaurant - Enjoy delicious Southeast Asian fare at Red Bean Ma May Restaurant
from $153 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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InterContinental Hanoi Westlake

Hanoi (Vietnam)

A star on Hanoi’s hotel scene, the Intercontinental Hanoi Westlake offers all the luxurious amenities you’d expect from the five-star hotel group. Boasting three restaurants serving modern Vietnamese fare and fine Italian, as well as an atmospheric roof top bar. Rooms are chic and classic.

  • Business meetings - A fabulous business hotel, with extensive state-of-the-art meeting facilites and private event options
  • Local markets - Visit the fragrant Quang Ba Night Flower Market to admire beautiful blossoms at bustling stalls
  • Weddings - Grand weddings in the ballroom are splendid, as are the lake views from the romantic suites
  • Theatre - Catch a performance at the iconic, century-old Hanoi Opera House
from $185 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel

Hanoi ( Vietnam)

A swish contemporary hotel in the city's beautiful Old Quarter, crowned by a rooftop pool and hip bar, inviting well-heeled guests to kick back in serious style. Indulgent rooms, suites and communal areas feature warm teal tones, with lots of brass, velvet and marble. Fresh, trendy & very popular.

  • City Style - Sleek interiors with lots of marble and jewel-like tones, plus a hip rooftop bar make this a tremendously stylish city hotel
  • Local exploring - Perfectly located for discovering the charming Old Quarter, and within walking distance of Dong Xuan Market
  • Hotel Entertainment - Expect vibrant live DJ nights at Ignite Sky Bar, which boasts 360 views of Hanoi's Old Quarter
  • Cooking classes - Tour the local market & pick up fresh produce to cook three dishes which you'll then savour for lunch or dinner
from $199 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Hotel de L'Opera

Hanoi (Hoan Kiem district, Vietnam)

A luxury property in Hanoi's Old Quarter. Hip contemporary design runs throughout. Dramatic paintings reside above the bed that features an impossibly thick mattress. Dark pink furniture brings splashes of colour. An elegant bar and classic Vietnamese restaurant. One of Hanoi's finest.

  • Romantic Break - Sumptuous suites, gourmet fare & a spa make this a marvellous choice for a romantic city break
  • Theatre - Catch a peformance at the famed Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre or the Hanoi Opera House
  • City Style - A truly elegant hotel merging French colonial style with modern Vietnamese vibrancy
  • Sights nearby - Visit the Cathedral of St Joseph and the Temple of Literature.
from $207 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Grand Mercure Hanoi

Hanoi (Vietnam)

A glitzy high-rise addition to Hanoi's hotel scene, the Grand Mercure's 181 rooms & suites take their inspiration from traditional Vietnamese design. Expect superb city views from guest rooms with elegant four-posters, freestanding tubs & glossy red lacquered furnishings. Glittering & glamorous.

  • City Style - A hip high-rise with glamorous rooftop bar & pool, plus sleek guest rooms & facilities, this is a stylish city break choice
  • Restaurant - Tuck into flavoursome Asian cuisine at CÁT VỊ and international fare at LỘC-Ally, a relaxed all-day dining restaurant
  • Spa - Relax with a signature massaege at the Sống Spa
  • Swimming Pool - Glass-walled rooftop infinity pool
from $207 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Smarana Hanoi Heritage

Hanoi (Vietnam)

Inspired by its colourful collection of Hang Trong folk paintings, this boutique gem's opulent rooms & suites are bedecked in jewel-like tones. Named for the seasons, they have a warm, whimsical feel. The theme continues at the gourmet French eatery & rooftop bar. Perfect for romantics & creatives

  • Romantic Break - A romantic, creative hotel bedecked with folk art & offering a chic rooftop bar & lovely restaurant for evenings with loved ones
  • Great walks - Take a guided street food tour of Hanoi's Old Quarter, hopping aboard the hotel's shuttle to get there
  • Restaurant - Feast on gourmet French cuisine at La Carpe restaurant, with views over Cau Giay district
  • Spa - Enjoy wonderfully relaxing treatments at Le Paon Spa
from $215 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Sofitel Legend Metropole

Hanoi (Hoàn Kiếm, Vietnam)

A Hanoi icon since its opening in 1901, this grand historic hotel promises a sophisticated fusion of French colonial-era charm and more contemporary glamour. Generous rooms & suites are housed in two wings, and guests are invited to gather in terrific bars & eateries. A timeless city landmark.

  • Theatre - Just 160 metres from the famous Hanoi Opera House, perfect for catching an operatic performance after dinner
  • Foodies - The hotel's restaurants are some of the best you'll find in Hanoi & the culinary school is second-to-none
  • City Style - An iconic building fusing the French-era charm of its 1901 origins with sophisticated modern style
  • Cooking classes - The hotel's fabulous cookery school offers half-day and full-day courses
from $363 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Capella Hanoi

Hanoi (Vietnam)

An exceptionally glamorous hotel hidden behind a striking art nouveau façade near the enchanting Old Quarter. Inspired by the golden age of opera, designer Bill Bensley has created a flamboyant world of theatrical restaurants with glittering chandeliers & lavish suites with marble bathrooms. Superb!

  • Romantic Break - A tremendously romantic hotel brimming with 1920s Jazz Age glamour, perfect for well-heeled couples
  • Foodies - A foodie's paradise, the hotel boasts a Michelin-starred Chef's Table: Hibana by Koki
  • Restaurant - Feast at teppanyaki restaurant Koki, on New York-style fare at Hudson Rooms or gourmet Vietnamese dishes at theatrical Backstage
  • Great walks - Stroll from Hoàn Kiếm Lake through the old quarter, stopping for steaming street food & to marvel at heritage architecture
from $539 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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