The staff do their best and the view of the lake (Giang Vo) is very relaxing. As other reviews say, the hotel caters mainly to businessmen and is clearly set up for that, taxis very handy etc. Rooms are large and reasonably comfortable, but the hotel is clearly in need of renovation. If you are a non smoker, be sure to specify this, the other rooms smell strongly of smoke. The map is misleading, it is not beside Ngoc Khanh but is certainly within walking distance of it. An attractive area for eating, coffee by lake. Location is quite a way from the standard tourist areas of Hanoi and the attractions.