Northern Vietnam

Travel Guide

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Hoan Kiem showing a city, street scenes and signage
Hanoi showing shopping, street scenes and night scenes
Ho Chi Minh Museum showing a garden
Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre showing performance art, theater scenes and interior views

Where to stay in Northern Vietnam

Hanoi which includes street scenes

Old Quarter

Historical civic urban core, the Old Quarter boasts specialized trade streets, 18th and 19th-century shophouses, and historic sights like Mã Mây Temple and Quan Chưởng gate. Explore the vibrant commercial heart of Hanoi.

Old Quarter
Hoan Kiem showing a city, street scenes and signage

Hoan Kiem

4.5/5(1,808 area reviews)

Explore the Old Quarter's narrow streets and traditional atmosphere, with merchants specializing in goods like silver and jewelry. Don't miss attractions such as Hanoi Opera House, Thăng Long Water Puppet Theatre, and St. Joseph's Cathedral.

Hoan Kiem
Hanoi showing signage, street scenes and night scenes

French Quarter

The abundant dining options and 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
Tay Ho featuring a lake or waterhole

Tay Ho

The abundant dining options and 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
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum featuring a monument and a park

Ba Dinh

4/5(129 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
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Mỹ Đình

3.5/5(7 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Mỹ Đình, Hanoi Indoor Games Gymnasium and My Dinh National Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Mỹ Đình
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 NT$1,390 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
NT$1,390
NT$1,576 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
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! (4,899 reviews)
"We came as two families, we were very pleased with the hotel. The friendly service, cleanliness and helpfulness were top notch. If I come again, I will definitely stay in this hotel. The breakfast was also good. Thank you very much for everything."

Reviewed on 2025/7/26

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel

Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel

3.5 out of 5
33 Fansipan Road, Sa Pa
The price is NT$447 per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
NT$447
NT$507 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
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! (80 reviews)
"We stayed there for 3 nights. Location was very convenient. Breakfast was included in our price which made it a great value. The buffet choices were awesome. Minor issue with the toilet flush was promptly rectified. Unfortunately, due to the rains and fog during our stay, the mountain view visibility ..."

Reviewed on 2025/5/31

Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel
Lotte Hotel Hanoi

Lotte Hotel Hanoi

5 out of 5
No. 54, Lieu Giai St. Cong Vi Ward., Ba Dinh, Hanoi
The price is NT$3,378 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
NT$3,378
NT$3,831 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
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 and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Great hotel in Hanoi. Dining options galore. Amazing staff. Mall on site and other shopping options near by. Ample rooms and comfy beds. As usual, Lotte is synonym with satisfaction."

Reviewed on 2025/6/23

Lotte Hotel Hanoi
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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! (1,043 reviews)
"The property is very clean, and two-bedroom apartment we stayed in was very spacious. There’s a large living room and dining area, and a well equipped kitchen. The staff at the sonerset are second to none. Everyone is so nice and helpful. We would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 2025/7/23

Somerset Grand Hanoi
The Five Suites Lilas

The Five Suites Lilas

4 out of 5
9, Nguyen Bieu Street, Ba Dinh Dist., Hanoi
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"This property exceeded our expectations. It was fairly new with opening only two months previously to our stay. Everything was wonderful, clean, convenient location, and staff were very friendly. We used the express laundry service. We went to dinner and our clothes were in our room folded and hung ..."

Reviewed on 2024/4/13

The Five Suites Lilas
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! (589 reviews)
"Check In Good, Staff friendly, Room is big and clean. Breakfast is good, Housekeeping is really good. Location is also good. Only issue is upper-level construction that starts at 9AM."

Reviewed on 2025/7/22

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Popular places to visit

Hoan Kiem Lake showing a monument, heritage architecture 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 biking 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 centerpiece of Hanoi’s French Quarter and host to shows by many of Vietnam’s premier singers, dancers and musicians.

Hanoi Opera House

Cities near Northern Vietnam

Dien Bien Phu

Dien Bien Phu

Hanoi showing cycling as well as an individual femail

Hanoi

Halong Bay featuring a bay or harbor and mountains

Hai Phong

Sa Pa

Sa Pa