Northern Vietnam

Travel Guide

Temple of Literature featuring a garden
Old Quarter - Hoan Kiem Lake showing a city, motorbike riding and street scenes
Hanoi featuring street scenes, night scenes and shopping
Ho Chi Minh Museum which includes a park
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 Lý Thái Tổ Monument 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 S$49 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
S$49
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & 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! (4,535 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
Fully refundable
The price is S$151 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
S$151
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (892 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
The price is S$34 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
S$34
19 Jun - 20 Jun
includes taxes & 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! (2,827 reviews)
"Excellent service and very helpful in communicating and co ordination of our stay"

Reviewed on 14 Jun, 2025

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
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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! (1,025 reviews)
Simple and comfortable
"Great location and wonderful for large groups."

Reviewed on 28 Apr, 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! (142 reviews)
"It is good place to stay if you will be more than 3 days Equipped with everything you need except restaurants nearby."

Reviewed on 30 May, 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! (582 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Outside of the old town with its own vibe. Great restaurants, lovely area to walk but a quick ride to the old quarter. Beautiful large rooms and apartments with a fantastic pool. Staff is amazing and very attentive. Great breakfast."

Reviewed on 11 Jun, 2025

Elegant Suites Westlake
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Popular places to visit

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

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
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
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
Hanoi Opera House featuring heritage architecture and theatre scenes

Hanoi Opera House

4.5/5(79 reviews)

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

Hanoi Opera House
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
St. Joseph Cathedral which includes heritage elements, a church or cathedral and markets

St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi

4/5(117 reviews)

At the heart of Hanoi stands a weathered neo-Gothic Roman Catholic church, a contrary sight in this predominantly Buddhist city.

St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
Hanoi showing cycling as well as an individual female

Hanoi

Halong Bay showing mountains and a bay or harbour

Hai Phong

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Lao Cai

Sa Pa

Sa Pa