Northern Vietnam Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Temple of Literature which includes a garden
Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and street scenes
Hanoi featuring street scenes, night scenes and markets
Ho Chi Minh Museum which includes 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
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Mỹ Đình

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
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 ฿3,917 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿3,917
฿4,442 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5,111 reviews)
"It was a good budget hotel but the old quarter is not for us."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel

Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel

4 out of 5
59 Phu Doan street, Old Quarter, Hanoi
The price is ฿1,358 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿1,358
฿1,540 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and St. Joseph's Cathedral ...
10/10 Exceptional! (455 reviews)
"We spent wonderfull time here. The crew were very polite with us and they helped us with all of things. We recommend them."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Hoi Vu Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the WiFi in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,174 reviews)
"Hotel staff very attentive, welcoming and competent. We were very well received. On arrival we were toasted with a refreshing juice to soothe the heat. The employees are very cordial, welcoming us every walk back always with a friendly smile. Clean and pleasant environment, decorated with fresh and ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Hanoi Lotus Boutique 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.
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (597 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel with all the extras and fantastic staff. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Elegant Suites Westlake
Somerset Hoa Binh Hanoi

Somerset Hoa Binh Hanoi

4 out of 5
106 Hoang Quoc Viet, Cau Giay, Hanoi
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and West Lake are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (281 reviews)
I nice hidden gem in Cau Giay
"Arrival was convenient, although you can't access the elevator from the garage unless you already have a room key. The room was spacious and the view of Hanoi was gorgeous from the large windows in the room. Food options were convenient by foot from the location.the room was quite comfortable and ..."

Reviewed on 15 May 2025

Somerset Hoa Binh 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 Wi-Fi, free valet parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (149 reviews)
Best views, Westend lake Hanoi
"Wonderful property, nice staff. Always very welcoming, doesn’t matter what time of the day."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Oakwood Residence Hanoi
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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