“Great location, super clean, excellent service”
Compare to other hotels in Hanoi, for this price, this is the best choice. I recommend young couples and students to stay here. If you are old and don't like to climb a few steps, you can pay double to stay at other "nicer" hotels. The staff spoke excellent English and was very efficient at fulfilling guests' request. I really appreciate the cleanliness of the bathroom. The floor was spotless, the towels were clean, toiletries were provided, even hangers. TV, computer and a mini fridge inside the room. A large wardrobe and a firm bed made the stay extra comfortable. AC is very clean and works perfectly. I stayed in two different standard rooms. The windows were made of glass blocks, but they allowed plenty of sunlight inside the rooms, so it was never dark.The windows were also tightly sealed so I could never hear the noise coming from the busy streets of the Old Quarter. The location of the hotel is excellent, too. It's away from the backpackers district, though the price is perfect for a backpacker like me. It's close to the train station, the Dong Xuan Market and HCM Mausoleum, Vietnam Military History Museum. If you want to experience local food, there are 2-3 local pho/bun cha places around the block. This hotel provides a English map of Hanoi and a tour packages around Hanoi. Overall, I had a great staying in Serenity Hotel.