Northern Vietnam

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Temple of Literature showing a garden
Hoan Kiem showing a city, street scenes and signage
Hanoi showing shopping, street scenes and night scenes
Ho Chi Minh Museum showing a garden
Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre showing performance art, theater scenes and interior views

Where to stay in Northern Vietnam

Hanoi which includes street scenes

Old Quarter

Historical civic urban core, the Old Quarter boasts specialized trade streets, 18th and 19th-century shophouses, and historic sights like Mã Mây Temple and Quan Chưởng gate. Explore the vibrant commercial heart of Hanoi.

Old Quarter
Hoan Kiem showing a city, street scenes and signage

Hoan Kiem

4.5/5(1,808 area reviews)

Explore the Old Quarter's narrow streets and traditional atmosphere, with merchants specializing in goods like silver and jewelry. Don't miss attractions such as Hanoi Opera House, Thăng Long Water Puppet Theatre, and St. Joseph's Cathedral.

Hoan Kiem
Hanoi showing signage, street scenes and night scenes

French Quarter

The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to French Quarter. A stop by Hoan Kiem Lake or Hanoi Municipal Party Committee might round out your trip.

French Quarter
Tay Ho featuring a lake or waterhole

Tay Ho

The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Tay Ho. A stop by West Lake or Tran Quoc Pagoda might round out your trip.

Tay Ho
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Mỹ Đình

3.5/5(7 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Mỹ Đình, Hanoi Indoor Games Gymnasium and My Dinh National Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Mỹ Đình
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum featuring a monument and a park

Ba Dinh

4/5(129 area reviews)

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Ba Dinh. A stop by Ho Chi Minh Museum or Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum might round out your trip.

Ba Dinh
Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
4 out of 5
95 Hang Bong Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
$44 nightly
The price is $48 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$48 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,738 reviews)
"This hotel is located in an amazing and safe location to explore Hanoi old quarters, near all the major tourist attractions. The street outside was busy throughout the night, but there was no street noise. The room was very clean and nice with comfortable beds. Staff was also very friendly and the ..."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
2 Hoi Vu Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Hanoi
$25 nightly
The price is $27 total per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
$27 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the WiFi in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,936 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean and spacious. The breakfast was very nice and had a really good range of good. The location was handy for the old town and markets. Would recommend to anyone wanting to stay in Hanoi."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel
Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel
3.5 out of 5
33 Fansipan Road, Sa Pa
$16 nightly
The price is $17 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$17 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Sa Pa. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sapa Lake and Cable Car Station Sapa ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (80 reviews)
"We stayed there for 3 nights. Location was very convenient. Breakfast was included in our price which made it a great value. The buffet choices were awesome. Minor issue with the toilet flush was promptly rectified. Unfortunately, due to the rains and fog during our stay, the mountain view visibility ..."

Reviewed on May 31, 2025

Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Somerset Grand Hanoi
Somerset Grand Hanoi
4.5 out of 5
49 Hai Ba Trung Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,032 reviews)
"Lovely team. Good facilities"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Somerset Grand Hanoi
The Five Suites Lilas
The Five Suites Lilas
4 out of 5
9, Nguyen Bieu Street, Ba Dinh Dist., Hanoi
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"This property exceeded our expectations. It was fairly new with opening only two months previously to our stay. Everything was wonderful, clean, convenient location, and staff were very friendly. We used the express laundry service. We went to dinner and our clothes were in our room folded and hung ..."

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2024

The Five Suites Lilas
Elegant Suites Westlake
Elegant Suites Westlake
5 out of 5
10B Dang Thai Mai Street, Tay Ho District, Hanoi
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (585 reviews)
"A classy 5 star hotel with everything you could want available..fantastic huge room with nice kitchen and great view...fabulous swimming pool gym and sauna. Staff eager to assist and amazing breakfast buffet.. Jenny was most helpful . Ideal for families with children and couples like us."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Elegant Suites Westlake
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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