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 ￥5,461 per night from Aug 8 to Aug 9
￥5,461
￥6,193 total
Aug 8 - Aug 9
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! (5,017 reviews)
"The location was great it’s close to everything super convenient, if you travel to Hanoi for the first time and stay in Old Town this location is for you. But the room I stayed in was ok not quite impressive…room looks a little old, not enough receptacles for a family of 4 when you need to charge ..."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

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, Lao Cai
Fully refundable
The price is ￥1,986 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
￥1,986
￥2,286 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
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 May 31, 2025

Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

5 out of 5
15 Ngo Quyen Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
The price is ￥32,465 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
￥32,465
￥36,815 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"What a lovely hotel. Very well set out and clean. The staff have all been amazing; welcoming, professional and knowledgeable. Whatever you need they will accommodate. The rooms are light filled and spacious. Had such a great nights sleep, with wonderful blockout blinds. The bathrooms are well laid ..."

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
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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! (590 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 Jul 22, 2025

Elegant Suites Westlake
Fraser Suites Hanoi

Fraser Suites Hanoi

4.5 out of 5
51 Xuan Dieu Street, Tay Ho Ward, Hanoi
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and West Lake ...
9/10 Wonderful! (223 reviews)
"Good for families, I stayed in a 3 bedroom apartment with good daily cleaning service and all amenities available and in good working condition and they even supply daily washing powder for the washing machine, however there is NO dish washer. 2 bathrooms with built in washing spry however the master ..."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

Fraser Suites Hanoi
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! (1,046 reviews)
"I have stayed at this property many times and liked it very much. This last time had a near disaster event. There was very gusty wind in the pool area that blew the apparently very light aluminum chairs all over the area as people tried to get out of the pool area. One chair hit me that caused a ..."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

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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

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Hanoi

Halong Bay featuring a bay or harbor and mountains

Hai Phong

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Lao Cai