Apricot Hotel  

In the heart of Hanoi's Old Quarter, steps from Hoan Kiem Lake and St. Joseph's Cathedral. Walk to Ngoc Son Temple, hang out on Hang Gai Street or reach the Hanoi Opera House within minutes. A central, family-friendly base for exploring the city.

A boutique-meets-luxe hotel infused with Vietnamese art and bespoke touches. There are 123 individually decorated rooms with pillowtop beds, Egyptian cotton linens, sofa beds, minibars and iPod docks. Bathrooms feature separate tubs and rainfall showers; many rooms include bathrobes and slippers. The vibe is warm, art-forward and intimate.

Full-service spa with massages and body treatments, sauna and steam bath. Indoor and outdoor pools with a swim-up bar and poolside lounge. Fitness center, nightclub, library, concierge and tour desk. Complimentary wired and wireless internet, on-site parking and 24-hour reception. Babysitting/childcare available for families.

Complimentary high-speed wired internet, a business center and meeting/conference rooms for events. Limo/town car service and concierge support for transfers and event planning.

Two restaurants (including L'artiste) and two cafés serve international dishes and daily cooked-to-order breakfasts. Multiple bars and a swim-up/poolside bar keep things fresh. 24-hour room service and a daily guest reception round out the food and drink offerings.