Northern Vietnam

Travel Guide

Temple of Literature featuring a garden
Hoan Kiem showing motorbike riding, street scenes and signage
Hanoi which includes shopping, night scenes and street scenes
Ho Chi Minh Museum featuring a garden
Northern Vietnam

Where to stay in Northern Vietnam

Hanoi featuring street scenes

Old Quarter

Old Quarter is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street.

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

Hoan Kiem

4.5/5(549 area reviews)

Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Hoan Kiem
Hanoi which includes street scenes, night scenes and signage

French Quarter

The ample dining options and fantastic 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
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum showing a monument and a park

Ba Dinh

4/5(44 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
Tay Ho featuring a lake or waterhole

Tay Ho

The ample dining options and fantastic 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
St. Joseph Cathedral showing a city, religious elements and a church or cathedral

Hang Trong

If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi are top sights worth seeing.

Hang Trong
Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
4 out of 5
95 Hang Bong Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
The price is €59 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
€59
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
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! (4,013 reviews)
Great location
"The hotel is very tired the rooms are out dated.The name Royal Palace is very misleading it certainly is no palace. Rooms look something out of the 80s. On a positive the location is great the shower was hot the breakfast is basic but ok."

Reviewed on 30 Mar 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €45 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
€45
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,365 reviews)
"Excellent stay at the hotel! Very welcoming and helpful during our 2 days in Hanoi. Thanks to Anna and Mia at the reception, friendly and professional."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2025

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
4 out of 5
35 - 37 Hang Trong, Hoàn Kiem, Hanoi, vietnam
The price is €105 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
€105
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
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 restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"The stuff absolutely went out of thei"

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2025

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
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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! (999 reviews)
"Great location; easy to get around, many restaurants in the area. Definitely will stay again when coming back to Ha Noi."

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2025

Somerset Grand Hanoi
Oakwood Residence Hanoi
Oakwood Residence Hanoi
4 out of 5
No.17, Lane 35, Dang Thai Mai Street, Hanoi
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (134 reviews)
"Outside the hustle and bustle of old town. Very nice property and great staff. The breakfast selection was excellent and varied. Would return to this properly!"

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2025

Oakwood Residence Hanoi
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! (566 reviews)
"We stayed here for one night on our way home. The staff was exceptional, very helpful and made sure we had everything we needed to get to the airport early the next morning. Including coffee to go!"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2025

Elegant Suites Westlake
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Popular places to visit

Hoan Kiem Lake featuring a monument, heritage architecture and a lake or waterhole

Hoan Kiem Lake

4.5/5(160 reviews)

Wander around the banks of this peaceful lake and discover an historic temple, observe locals going about their daily life or enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade.

Hoan Kiem Lake
Tam Coc Bich Dong

Tam Coc Bich Dong

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Tam Coc Bich Dong, a lovely green space in Hoa Lu. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Tam Coc Bich Dong
Halong Bay Marina

Halong Bay Marina

4/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront of Halong Bay Marina and enjoy other activities such as boating in Ha Long. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Halong Bay Marina
Tran Quoc Pagoda

West Lake

5/5(4 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at West Lake during your travels in Hanoi. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.

West Lake
Sapa Lake

Sapa Lake

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Sapa Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Sa Pa. You can seek out the hiking trails in this quaint area.

Sapa Lake
Hanoi Opera House showing theatre scenes and heritage architecture

Hanoi Opera House

4.5/5(79 reviews)

This historic building is the centerpiece of Hanoi’s French Quarter and host to shows by many of Vietnam’s premier singers, dancers and musicians.

Hanoi Opera House
Halong Bay which includes mountains and a bay or harbour

Hai Phong

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Gia Vien

Hoa Lu

Hoa Lu

Bac Ninh

Bac Ninh