VIETNAM - Destinations & Hotels
Hanoi
A relaxed city of lakes, parks, tree lined avenues, villas and mansions and the infamous Old French Quarter, Hanoi is quite simply one of the most interesting and atmospheric large cities in Asia! The city has been influential in the region from as far back as circa 1010 and some of the cities fabulous attractions such as The One Pillar Pagoda and the spectacular Temple of Literature (one of the regions first Universities) are a must see. The eerie Mausoleum of “Uncle Ho”, where Ho Chi Minh lies in state in a glass coffin and the many art galleries and museums are also on most tourist itineraries. Hoan Kiem Lake is the focal point of the city and a great way to get your bearings in Hanoi is to make a quick circuit of the lake, a pleasant 30 minute walk, which is stunning in June and July when the flame trees flower. Hanoi is the only major city to retain its ancient merchants' quarter, a congested square kilometre where the streets are named after what is sold on them including Gold Street, Sugar Street and even Fried Fish Street. These 36 streets were closed behind massive ramparts and heavy wooden gates until well into the 19th-century. The best approach is just to lose yourself and explore the colourful stalls and street vendors.
Hanoi Hotels
Hanoi | Maison d'Hanoi | $$
Character Boutique, Directors favourite hotels
Maison d'Hanoi Hanova Hotel is conveniently located within 3 minutes walk of the famous Hoan Kiem Lake in the bustling “old quarter”, with its maze of wonderful back streets and colonial architecture.
The 55 tasteful rooms are all modern and well designed and feature all...
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Hanoi | Sofitel Metropole | $$$$$
Historic Hotel, Luxury
If you are the type of person that loves the old grandeur of colonial hotels then you will love Sofitel Metropole Hanoi. Arriving at this hotel is like arriving on to a movie set. The lobby with its stunning reception desk, with the original dark wooden boxes behind the desk and the...
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Hanoi | Quoc Hoa Hotel | $$$
Character Boutique
This is an absolute favourite for a charming, family run truly boutique hotel. Quoc Hoa’s location is right in the heart of the Old Quarter in a typical Hanoi street, with so much to explore right at the doorstep. We immediately felt right at home in this hotel, and highly recommend...
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Hanoi | Anise Boutique Hotel | $
Character Boutique
The Anise is a brand new boutique hotel in one of the cities very best locations – on Quan Thanh Street. It is near one of the city’s best parks (Hang Dau Park) and within easy walking distance of Hanoi’s fascinating Old Quarter.
The small restaurant located high, by...
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