Northern Vietnam

Travel Guide

Temple of Literature featuring a garden
Hoan Kiem showing motorbike riding, street scenes and signage
Hanoi which includes shopping, night scenes and street scenes
Ho Chi Minh Museum featuring a garden
Northern Vietnam

Where to stay in Northern Vietnam

Hanoi showing 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
Hoan Kiem showing motorbike riding, street scenes and signage

Hoan Kiem

Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi – 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 showing a garden and a monument

Ba Dinh

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
Ho Tay showing 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 featuring religious elements, a city and a church or cathedral

Hang Trong

If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi 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 €130 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
€130
8 Sept - 9 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! (5,130 reviews)
"Everything, but mainly the staff. Alex, Angie and Jimmy as well as the staff behind the scenes went above and beyond. They were helpful, kind, chatty and professional. It made our holiday! Cleaning, breakfast, taxi, and trips were all perfect."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 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 €40 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
€40
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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 St. Joseph's Cathedral ...
Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Hoi Vu Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
The price is €40 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
€40
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the WiFi in our reviews. ...
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
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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! (597 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel with all the extras and fantastic staff. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Elegant Suites Westlake
Somerset Hoa Binh Hanoi

Somerset Hoa Binh Hanoi

4 out of 5
106 Hoang Quoc Viet, Cau Giay, Hanoi
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and West Lake are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (281 reviews)
I nice hidden gem in Cau Giay
"Arrival was convenient, although you can't access the elevator from the garage unless you already have a room key. The room was spacious and the view of Hanoi was gorgeous from the large windows in the room. Food options were convenient by foot from the location.the room was quite comfortable and ..."

Reviewed on 15 May 2025

Somerset Hoa Binh Hanoi
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! (151 reviews)
"Staff were amazing to deal with and it was a very relaxing space to be in after going through the chaos of in and around the old quarter during the day. Food was excellent and plenty of options, more than just your standard continental"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Oakwood Residence Hanoi
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Popular places to visit

Hoan Kiem Lake featuring 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 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 theatre 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
Halong Bay which includes mountains and a bay or harbour

Hai Phong

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Gia Vien

Hoa Lu

Hoa Lu

Bac Ninh

Bac Ninh