Hanoi Backpacker Quarter Travel Guide

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Hanoi Backpacker Quarter
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Top hotels in Hanoi Backpacker Quarter

Matilda Boutique and Spa Hotel
Matilda Boutique and Spa Hotel
4 out of 5
73 Ma May, Hang Buom, Hanoi, Ha Noi
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (304 reviews)
"Great property with a cute little balcony, friendly staff & close to everything!"

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Matilda Boutique and Spa Hotel
MAY DE VILLE Crown Hotel
MAY DE VILLE Crown Hotel
5 out of 5
21 Luong Ngoc Quyen, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
The price is ฿3,180 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
฿3,180
฿3,434 total
18 Jun - 19 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (240 reviews)
"The property had a pool, and was a short walk to the lake and the night markets. Plenty of noce places to eat in the area"

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025

MAY DE VILLE Crown Hotel
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 ฿3,154 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
฿3,154
฿3,577 total
24 Jun - 25 Jun
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,537 reviews)
"staff was very helpful and personable. room was very very small. we only stayed overnight so it worked out fine but definitely would not stay here for a longer stay in Hanoi. It is located right it he middle of the Old Quarter so it is very walkable and convenient to everything."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2025

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Pan Pacific Hanoi
Pan Pacific Hanoi
5 out of 5
1 Thanh Nien Road, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi
The price is ฿3,301 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
฿3,301
฿3,812 total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (893 reviews)
Some renovations needed
"Good location but little old No AC control bathrooms little old fashioned Teras bar is great Breakfast is very good"

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

Pan Pacific Hanoi
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
2 Hoi Vu Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, 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! (2,831 reviews)
"Hotel location is great, walking distance to major tourist attractions in Hanoi. But what made us Hanoi stay most comfortable and fun were hotel staff especially front staff Anna was so helpful and friendly. It was our first time in Hanoi but she showed us the point of interests on the map and how ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
5 out of 5
15 Ngo Quyen Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
The price is ฿7,129 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
฿7,129
฿8,084 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Great Location in the french quarter, close to restaurants and main attractions."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
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Other neighbourhoods around Hanoi Backpacker Quarter

Hoan Kiem which includes outdoor eating and markets

Hang Bac

While visiting Hang Bac, you might make a stop by sights like Hoan Kiem Lake and The Old Quarter Gallery.

Hang Bac
Hoan Kiem which includes outdoor eating and markets

Hang Dao

While visiting Hang Dao, you might make a stop by sights like Hanoi Old Town Night Market and Hoan Kiem Lake Weekend Walking Street.

Hang Dao
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
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Hàng Bồ

While there might not be top attractions in Hàng Bồ, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market.

Hàng Bồ
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
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 Backpacker Quarter Travel Guide