Hanoi Oriental Hotel  

In the pulse of Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem district — a compact, budget-friendly city-center hotel just steps from the Old Quarter. Minutes from Hoan Kiem Lake, Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre and St. Joseph's Cathedral, with Hanoi Opera House, Hoa Lo Prison and the Temple of Literature all within easy walking distance.

A small hotel with about 10 air-conditioned rooms that keep things warm and simple. Rooms feature minibars and refrigerators, desks and electric kettles, TVs, showers, hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Expect cozy, unpretentious décor and helpful touches like slippers and daily housekeeping. A lounge and 24-hour front desk add to the easy, city-stay vibe.

On-site bar and restaurant, sauna, bicycles to rent and tour/ticket assistance to map out the city. Practical perks include parking, luggage storage, laundry/dry cleaning, an ATM, safe-deposit boxes and a concierge. Roundtrip airport shuttle available for a surcharge. Walk out the door and you’re in the buzz of Hanoi’s streets.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property and desks in rooms for working. 24-hour front desk and luggage storage make quick check-ins and late arrivals easy.

An on-site restaurant serving local flavors and a relaxed bar for drinks after a day of sightseeing. A grocery/convenience store on-site makes snacks and quick bites simple.