Gia Lam Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Gia Lam

Find the best Gia Lam areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Hoan Kiem

Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to Trang Tien Plaza – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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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 Lý Thái Tổ Monument might round out your trip.

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Hang Trong

If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

HOTEL du LAC SIGNATURE

HOTEL du LAC SIGNATURE

5 out of 5
21-23-25 Cua Dong Street, Hoan Kiem Ward Hanoi Hanoi
The price is ฿3,253 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿3,253
฿3,689 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market ...
10/10 Exceptional! (598 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Highly recommended. Great staff and very good location. Near to everything"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

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L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi

5 out of 5
35 - 37 Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Hanoi
The price is ฿2,550 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿2,550
฿2,891 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,322 reviews)
"Great nice peyote Hoyle I’m a good location with great kind service"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
Royal Signature Hotel Hanoi

Royal Signature Hotel Hanoi

4 out of 5
50-52 Ngo Huyen Lane, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem District, 100000 Hanoi
The price is ฿1,130 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿1,130
฿1,281 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,108 reviews)
"Great location (center of old quarter). Great services. Delicious breakfast. Walking distance to tasty local food, well known restaurants. Room is very nice as well. If we are visiting Hanoi again, we will definitely come to stay here."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Royal Signature Hotel Hanoi
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Masteri Waterfront by Emily in Town

Masteri Waterfront by Emily in Town

3.5 out of 5
Hai Dang 2, Da Ton, Gia Lam Hanoi
Stay at this condo in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, on-site spa services and a garden. Popular attractions Hanoi Opera House and Bat Trang National Ceramic Museum ...
Masteri Waterfront by Emily in Town
Oakwood Residence Hanoi

Oakwood Residence Hanoi

4 out of 5
No.17, Lane 35, Dang Thai Mai Street Hanoi
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and West ...
Oakwood Residence Hanoi
Fraser Suites Hanoi

Fraser Suites Hanoi

4.5 out of 5
51 Xuan Dieu Street, Tay Ho Ward Hanoi
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and West Lake are located ...
Fraser Suites Hanoi
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Things to do

Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour

Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour

฿1,196
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour
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Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An, & Mua Cave Tour

฿1,487
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An, & Mua Cave Tour
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Hanoi/Ninh Binh: Trang An/Tam Coc, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu Day Tour

฿1,279
per child
98% of travellers recommend
Hanoi/Ninh Binh: Trang An/Tam Coc, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu Day Tour
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Hanoi Food, Culture, Sightseeing & Fun By Vietnam Army Jeep

฿1,605
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Hanoi Food, Culture, Sightseeing & Fun By Vietnam Army Jeep
Hanoi Food Tour with Train Street Visit

Hanoi: Guided Food Tour with Train Street Visit

฿606
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Hanoi: Guided Food Tour with Train Street Visit
Incense Village & Conical Hat, Lacquer Art SMALL GROUP From Hanoi

Incense Village & Conical Hat, Lacquer Art SMALL GROUP From Hanoi

฿39
per adult
Incense Village & Conical Hat, Lacquer Art SMALL GROUP From Hanoi
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