Northern Vietnam

Travel Guide

Temple of Literature which includes a garden
Old Quarter - Hoan Kiem Lake showing street scenes, signage and motorcycle riding
Hanoi which includes markets, shopping and night scenes
Ho Chi Minh Museum featuring 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
Old Quarter - Hoan Kiem Lake showing street scenes, signage and motorcycle riding

Hoan Kiem

4.5/5(549 area reviews)

Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to Trang Tien Plaza – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Hoan Kiem
Hanoi showing 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 Hanoi Municipal Party Committee might round out your trip.

French Quarter
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum which includes a park and a monument

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 which includes 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, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Hang Trong

If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street 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 RM155 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
RM155
RM175 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5,450 reviews)
"We stayed in this hotel for 2 nights. The location is excellent and the hotel was amazing. Our room was clean, a nice size with a window view of the city. The breakfast buffet was one of the best I've had which included something for everyone and it was delicious. The staff was always warm, welcoming, ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel

Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel

4 out of 5
59 Phu Doan street, Old Quarter, Hanoi
The price is RM186 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
RM186
RM211 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1,091 reviews)
"非常に親切で有益なスタッフ。素晴らしいオリエンタルな装飾が施された広々としたお部屋。朝食は良い選択肢があり、ホテルは湖まで徒歩10分で行ける便利な場所にあります。"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel

Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel

3.5 out of 5
33 Fansipan Road, Sa Pa, Lao Cai
The price is RM63 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
RM63
RM72 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Sa Pa. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sapa Lake and Cable Car Station Sapa ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (83 reviews)
"Great location, good breakfast, friendly staff and affordable."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel
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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! (153 reviews)
"This is a great property located a bit away from the city center but easily accessed with a taxi. Good breakfast spread, clean rooms, courteous staff and all the amenities you could need - highly recommended for solo or family travel. Would definitely be back!"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 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! (605 reviews)
My home away from home
"I have been staying here for almost 10 years on my trips to Hanoi. The recent renovations are very nice!"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Elegant Suites Westlake
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! (1,053 reviews)
"The property was clean and nice . Lots of space for families close to all the places we wanted to go to. Good customer service"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Somerset Grand Hanoi
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Popular places to visit

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

Hoan Kiem Lake

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

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
Tam Coc Bich Dong

Tam Coc Bich Dong

Explore the great outdoors at Tam Coc Bich Dong, a lovely green space in Hoa Lu. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Tam Coc Bich Dong
Tran Quoc Pagoda

West Lake

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
Halong Bay Marina

Halong Bay Marina

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
Hanoi Opera House showing theater scenes and heritage architecture

Hanoi Opera House

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
Hanoi featuring cycling as well as an individual femail

Hanoi

Halong Bay showing mountains and a bay or harbor

Hai Phong

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Lao Cai

Sa Pa

Sa Pa