Sheraton Hotel Hanoi

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Below are the room types available in this accommodation. To see room availabilities and prices, please select a date range.

Room types

  • Ambassador Suites

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    West Lake and the Red River provide a dramatic backdrop as daylight illuminates the sophisticated shades of cream and blue in an Ambassador Suite. The remarkable foyer allows a grand entrance to the living room that gracefully accommodates both business and social gatherings. The separate bedroom leads to a sleek marble bathroom, which is distinguished by its uplifting view, premium amenities, and welcoming flowers.

  • Imperial Suite

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    1,895 sq ft / 176 m²

    Separate lounge with dining/kitchen

    Jacuzzi

    Butler service

    Club lounge benefits

    Available in all rooms in the hotel:

    All of our 299 guest rooms, including 16 suites, are both stylish and welcoming retreats in the heart of Hanoi. Traditional décor, featuring a Vietnamese and French colonial influence, is set aglow by sweeping views of West Lake from large bay windows. High ceilings throughout each room add to the sense of spaciousness, inviting guests to linger over the complimentary local daily newspaper or the 32-inch flat screen LCD TV with satellite channels.

    Those in town on business appreciate the expansive writing desk. High Speed Internet Access (for a fee), as well as a telephone with international access, ensures everyone stays connected when it matters most.

    Thoughtful touches abound, including Individual climate control, a coffee and tea maker, and a fully stocked mini bar. In the elegant bathroom, Shine for Sheraton™ bath amenities turn every visit into a spa-like escape. Our Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Beds, featuring crisp white linens, envelope you in comfort at the end of a long day.

     

    ENTERTAINMENT

    32-inch LCD TV
    Satellite Channels
    Complimentary Local Daily Newspaper

    BED FEATURES

    Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Crib
    Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Bed

    BATHROOM

    Shower Toilet (Upon Request)
    Shine for Sheraton™ Bath Amenities

    OFFICE/TELECOM

    International Direct Dialing
    Radio/Alarm Clock

    DINING

    Mini Bar
    Coffee/Tea Maker
    In-Room Dining

    ROOM FEATURES

    In-Room Electronic Safe
    Floor-to-Ceiling Windows
    Individual Climate Control

    ROOM AMENITIES & SERVICES

    Turndown Service
    Iron/Ironing Board

    INTERNET ACCESS

    Wired & Wireless High Speed Internet Access in Guest Rooms 17.65 USD per day

     

    Some of the amenities above may not be available in all rooms. Fees on certain amenities/services may apply.

    Check in: 3:00 PM Check out: 12:00 PM

     

     

  • Presidential Suite

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    Max:

    1,389 sq ft / 129 m²

    Separate lounge and bedroom

    High floor room

    Butler service

    Club lounge benefits

    Available in all rooms in the hotel:

    All of our 299 guest rooms, including 16 suites, are both stylish and welcoming retreats in the heart of Hanoi. Traditional décor, featuring a Vietnamese and French colonial influence, is set aglow by sweeping views of West Lake from large bay windows. High ceilings throughout each room add to the sense of spaciousness, inviting guests to linger over the complimentary local daily newspaper or the 32-inch flat screen LCD TV with satellite channels.

    Those in town on business appreciate the expansive writing desk. High Speed Internet Access (for a fee), as well as a telephone with international access, ensures everyone stays connected when it matters most.

    Thoughtful touches abound, including Individual climate control, a coffee and tea maker, and a fully stocked mini bar. In the elegant bathroom, Shine for Sheraton™ bath amenities turn every visit into a spa-like escape. Our Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Beds, featuring crisp white linens, envelope you in comfort at the end of a long day.

     

    ENTERTAINMENT

    32-inch LCD TV
    Satellite Channels
    Complimentary Local Daily Newspaper

    BED FEATURES

    Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Crib
    Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Bed

    BATHROOM

    Shower Toilet (Upon Request)
    Shine for Sheraton™ Bath Amenities

    OFFICE/TELECOM

    International Direct Dialing
    Radio/Alarm Clock

    DINING

    Mini Bar
    Coffee/Tea Maker
    In-Room Dining

    ROOM FEATURES

    In-Room Electronic Safe
    Floor-to-Ceiling Windows
    Individual Climate Control

    ROOM AMENITIES & SERVICES

    Turndown Service
    Iron/Ironing Board

    INTERNET ACCESS

    Wired & Wireless High Speed Internet Access in Guest Rooms 17.65 USD per day

     

    Some of the amenities above may not be available in all rooms. Fees on certain amenities/services may apply.

    Check in: 3:00 PM Check out: 12:00 PM

     

  • Executive Suites

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    Max:

    721 sq ft / 67 m²

    Separate lounge and bedroom

    Free Wi-Fi & access to spa/gym

    Club lounge benefits

    Buffet breakfast

    Available in all rooms in the hotel:

    All of our 299 guest rooms, including 16 suites, are both stylish and welcoming retreats in the heart of Hanoi. Traditional décor, featuring a Vietnamese and French colonial influence, is set aglow by sweeping views of West Lake from large bay windows. High ceilings throughout each room add to the sense of spaciousness, inviting guests to linger over the complimentary local daily newspaper or the 32-inch flat screen LCD TV with satellite channels.

    Those in town on business appreciate the expansive writing desk. High Speed Internet Access (for a fee), as well as a telephone with international access, ensures everyone stays connected when it matters most.

    Thoughtful touches abound, including Individual climate control, a coffee and tea maker, and a fully stocked mini bar. In the elegant bathroom, Shine for Sheraton™ bath amenities turn every visit into a spa-like escape. Our Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Beds, featuring crisp white linens, envelope you in comfort at the end of a long day.

     

    ENTERTAINMENT

    32-inch LCD TV
    Satellite Channels
    Complimentary Local Daily Newspaper

    BED FEATURES

    Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Crib
    Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Bed

    BATHROOM

    Shower Toilet (Upon Request)
    Shine for Sheraton™ Bath Amenities

    OFFICE/TELECOM

    International Direct Dialing
    Radio/Alarm Clock

    DINING

    Mini Bar
    Coffee/Tea Maker
    In-Room Dining

    ROOM FEATURES

    In-Room Electronic Safe
    Floor-to-Ceiling Windows
    Individual Climate Control

    ROOM AMENITIES & SERVICES

    Turndown Service
    Iron/Ironing Board

    INTERNET ACCESS

    Wired & Wireless High Speed Internet Access in Guest Rooms 17.65 USD per day

     

    Some of the amenities above may not be available in all rooms. Fees on certain amenities/services may apply.

    Check in: 3:00 PM Check out: 12:00 PM

     

  • Sheraton Club Rooms

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    Max:

    398 sq ft / 37 m²

    Lake view

    Free Wi-Fi & access to spa/gym

    Club lounge benefits

    Buffet breakfast

    Available in all rooms in the hotel:

    All of our 299 guest rooms, including 16 suites, are both stylish and welcoming retreats in the heart of Hanoi. Traditional décor, featuring a Vietnamese and French colonial influence, is set aglow by sweeping views of West Lake from large bay windows. High ceilings throughout each room add to the sense of spaciousness, inviting guests to linger over the complimentary local daily newspaper or the 32-inch flat screen LCD TV with satellite channels.

    Those in town on business appreciate the expansive writing desk. High Speed Internet Access (for a fee), as well as a telephone with international access, ensures everyone stays connected when it matters most.

    Thoughtful touches abound, including Individual climate control, a coffee and tea maker, and a fully stocked mini bar. In the elegant bathroom, Shine for Sheraton™ bath amenities turn every visit into a spa-like escape. Our Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Beds, featuring crisp white linens, envelope you in comfort at the end of a long day.

     

    ENTERTAINMENT

    32-inch LCD TV

    Satellite Channels

    Complimentary Local Daily Newspaper

    BED FEATURES

    Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Crib

    Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Bed

    BATHROOM

    Shower Toilet (Upon Request)

    Shine for Sheraton™ Bath Amenities

    OFFICE/TELECOM

    International Direct Dialing

    Radio/Alarm Clock

    DINING

    Mini Bar

    Coffee/Tea Maker

    In-Room Dining

    ROOM FEATURES

    In-Room Electronic Safe

    Floor-to-Ceiling Windows

    Individual Climate Control

    ROOM AMENITIES & SERVICES

    Turndown Service

    Iron/Ironing Board

    INTERNET ACCESS

    Wired & Wireless High Speed Internet Access in Guest Rooms 17.65 USD per day

     

    Some of the amenities above may not be available in all rooms. Fees on certain amenities/services may apply.

    Check in: 3:00 PM Check out: 12:00 PM

     

  • Grand Deluxe Rooms

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    Max:

    398 sq ft / 37 m²

    Lake view

    Free Wi-Fi & access to spa/gym

    High floor room

    32-inch flat screen LCD TV

    Available in all rooms in the hotel:

    All of our 299 guest rooms, including 16 suites, are both stylish and welcoming retreats in the heart of Hanoi. Traditional décor, featuring a Vietnamese and French colonial influence, is set aglow by sweeping views of West Lake from large bay windows. High ceilings throughout each room add to the sense of spaciousness, inviting guests to linger over the complimentary local daily newspaper or the 32-inch flat screen LCD TV with satellite channels.

    Those in town on business appreciate the expansive writing desk. High Speed Internet Access (for a fee), as well as a telephone with international access, ensures everyone stays connected when it matters most.

    Thoughtful touches abound, including Individual climate control, a coffee and tea maker, and a fully stocked mini bar. In the elegant bathroom, Shine for Sheraton™ bath amenities turn every visit into a spa-like escape. Our Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Beds, featuring crisp white linens, envelope you in comfort at the end of a long day.

     

    ENTERTAINMENT

    32-inch LCD TV
    Satellite Channels
    Complimentary Local Daily Newspaper

    BED FEATURES

    Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Crib
    Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Bed

    BATHROOM

    Shower Toilet (Upon Request)
    Shine for Sheraton™ Bath Amenities

    OFFICE/TELECOM

    International Direct Dialing
    Radio/Alarm Clock

    DINING

    Mini Bar
    Coffee/Tea Maker
    In-Room Dining

    ROOM FEATURES

    In-Room Electronic Safe
    Floor-to-Ceiling Windows
    Individual Climate Control

    ROOM AMENITIES & SERVICES

    Turndown Service
    Iron/Ironing Board

    INTERNET ACCESS

    Wired & Wireless High Speed Internet Access in Guest Rooms 17.65 USD per day

     

    Some of the amenities above may not be available in all rooms. Fees on certain amenities/services may apply.

    Check in: 3:00 PM Check out: 12:00 PM

     

  • Deluxe Rooms

    + more info
    Max:

    398 sq ft / 37 m²

    32-inch flat screen LCD TV

    Separate bath and shower

    Sweet Sleeper Bed

    Available in all rooms in the hotel:

    All of our 299 guest rooms, including 16 suites, are both stylish and welcoming retreats in the heart of Hanoi. Traditional décor, featuring a Vietnamese and French colonial influence, is set aglow by sweeping views of West Lake from large bay windows. High ceilings throughout each room add to the sense of spaciousness, inviting guests to linger over the complimentary local daily newspaper or the 32-inch flat screen LCD TV with satellite channels.

    Those in town on business appreciate the expansive writing desk. High Speed Internet Access (for a fee), as well as a telephone with international access, ensures everyone stays connected when it matters most.

    Thoughtful touches abound, including Individual climate control, a coffee and tea maker, and a fully stocked mini bar. In the elegant bathroom, Shine for Sheraton™ bath amenities turn every visit into a spa-like escape. Our Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Beds, featuring crisp white linens, envelope you in comfort at the end of a long day.

     

    ENTERTAINMENT

    32-inch LCD TV

    Satellite Channels

    Complimentary Local Daily Newspaper

    BED FEATURES

    Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Crib

    Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Bed

    BATHROOM

    Shower Toilet (Upon Request)

    Shine for Sheraton™ Bath Amenities

    OFFICE/TELECOM

    International Direct Dialing

    Radio/Alarm Clock

    DINING

    Mini Bar

    Coffee/Tea Maker

    In-Room Dining

    ROOM FEATURES

    In-Room Electronic Safe

    Floor-to-Ceiling Windows

    Individual Climate Control

    ROOM AMENITIES & SERVICES

    Turndown Service

    Iron/Ironing Board

    INTERNET ACCESS

    Wired & Wireless High Speed Internet Access in Guest Rooms 17.65 USD per day

     

    Some of the amenities above may not be available in all rooms. Fees on certain amenities/services may apply.

     

General

Located near the West Lake and surrounded by lush gardens, sweeping lawns, and tranquil courtyards. The Sheraton Hanoi Hotel is very much closed to the bustle and excitement of Hanoi Capital City. The Sheraton Hotel offers peaceful picturesque views of West Lake. And it is only less than 10 minutes from downtown Hanoi by taxi and 30 km away from Noi Bai International Airport.

Sheraton Hotel Hanoi

Booking Call us on (+84-4) 39381242 or Email Us

Hotels rates: Please contact us for update price.

Sheraton Hotel Hanoi Description

Located near the West Lake and surrounded by lush gardens, sweeping lawns, and tranquil courtyards. The Sheraton Hanoi Hotel is very much closed to the bustle and excitement of Hanoi Capital City. The Sheraton Hotel offers peaceful picturesque views of West Lake. And it is only less than 10 minutes from downtown Hanoi by taxi and 30 km away from Noi Bai International Airport.

Like a resort in the city, the Sheraton hotel in Hanoi provides the perfect balance between tranquility and convenience. Guess stay at Sheraton could take in panoramic views of Hanoi’s largest lake and enjoy great comforts. The Sheraton Hanoi hotel features 299 spacious guest rooms and suites. Each room at Sheraton Hotel in Hanoi was especially designed to help you relax and enjoy able stay.

Guess stay at Sheraton hotel Hanoi can clear your mind with an early morning swim or a sauna retreat at sunset. Focus on your body during a vigorous workout with one of the hotel certified personal trainers in state-of-the-art health and fitness center at the hotel, or play a set of tennis on our lighted outdoor court.

Restaurant at Sheraton Hotel in Hanoi Share a meal with people who mean the most to you, The Oven D’Or restaurant offers an extensive international buffet and is a great place to meet friends and colleagues. Hemispheres, the hotel signature restaurant provides an inviting ambience and innovative Vietnamese cuisine. For a more intimate dinning experience, guess can sit on the terrace overlooking West Lake.

Whether you’re looking to plan a business conference or a special event, the Hanoi Sheraton Hotel’s meeting rooms provide an inviting ambiance that will inspire conversation and new ideas. From the outdoor terrace to the pillar less Song Hong Grand Ballroom, the hotel’s dedicated convention services team will help make your event run smoothly.

Sheraton Hotel Hanoi Rooms

 The Sheraton Hanoi Hotel features 299 spacious guest rooms, including 16 suites. Each room at Sheraton Hotel Hanoi has a traditional-style décor with a local Vietnamese and French colonial influence, high ceilings, and large bay windows. The rooms at Sheraton Hotel in Hanoi has spectacular views of West Lake which make guess stay at Sheraton a warm and comfortable feeling.

Sheraton Hotel Hanoi’s Features & Activities

Sheraton Hanoi Hotel offers a wide range of recreational choices. The hotel’s fully equipped health and fitness center features extensive cardio and weight training equipment. Guess can enjoy the ultimate in relaxation at the Bellissima Saloon & Spa where the hotel’s experienced therapists will re-energize you with a variety of treatments. The outdoor swimming pool at Sheraton Hotel Hanoi is a perfect place for you to relax in the open air, with sweeping views of West Lake creates a great setting to refresh your body and mind.

Internet access at Sheraton Hotel Hanoi

Wireless High Speed Internet Access is available in the lobby, conference rooms, and Executive Club Lounge. It’s also found at the Link@Sheraton experienced with Microsoft, an exclusive area adjacent to Lobby Lounge where you will find a number of workstations, international magazines, plasma televisions, and games. It’s a great meeting and gathering place for those who wish to connect with those that matter most. The Hotel’s concierge and travel desk can arrange tours of Hanoi, theatre outings, and shopping excursions. If you should desire, request private hotel limousine to travel in style.

Sheraton Hotel Hanoi Services

– Complimentary Fitness Facility- Lighted Outdoor Tennis Court- Free Parking Facilities- Business Center

– Dry Cleaning Service

– Laundry/Valet Service

– Wireless High Speed Internet Access in Public Areas (Charge)

– Wireless High Speed Internet Access in Business Center by Request (Charge)

– Massage Treatments

– Billiards.

– Limousine Service

– Cash Machine (ATM).- Live Entertainment- Free Shuttle Service to Downtown (Limited)- 24-Hour Concierge Service

– Luggage Storage

– Babysitting Service

– 24-Hour Room Service

– Gift Shop

– Sauna

– Jewelry Shop

– Jacuzzi

– Outdoor Swimming Pool.

 

Some of the services and facilities above may not be available on a 24-hour basis or without advance request. Fees on certain facilities/services may apply.

Sheraton Hotel Hanoi Meetings & Events

Sheraton Hanoi Hotel is a great choice for your next event with the hotel fine facilities, modern equipment, and warm, friendly service. The showcase of the hotel’s meeting facilities: The pillar free Song Hong Grand Ballroom has a capacity of 550 guests. With a ceiling height of seven meters and the ability to break into three separate rooms, it is ideal place for meetings, weddings, and exhibitions.

The Sheraton Hotel’s boardroom is great for smaller, intimate meetings while Song Da, with its soaring windows overlooking the gardens and West Lake. The board room offers an abundance of natural light and complete flexibility. It can be divided into three equal sized areas to accommodate multiple functions at the same time.

All meeting facilities at Sheraton Hotel Hanoi feature the latest in technology including wireless High Speed Internet Access, a state-of-the-art sound system, LCD projectors, technical assistance, and a hospitality desk to provide you with personalized support. With our stunning lakeside Terrace, Pagoda Garden, Nutz Terrace, and an internationally experienced conventions team, we will ensure that you’ll find everything you need for your cocktail parties and special events. You can choose from a selection of pre-planned themes or we can bring your own ideas to life in first-class Sheraton style. A Vietnamese culture show can also be included to give meeting and incentive delegates a taste of local culture.

Whether you have a preference for a particular venue or you need a suggestion, The Sheraton Hotel in Hanoi will make all the necessary arrangements with customary Sheraton style.

Dining at Sheraton Hanoi Hotel

From enjoying a private romantic dinner to gathering for a business lunch in a private room or just sipping a cup of tea while watching the sun set, Sheraton Hanoi Hotel provides a great setting for creating your unforgettable moment.

Sheraton Hotel Hanoi Restaurants & Lounges

Nutz Bar at Sheraton Hanoi Hotel Nutz Bar is a lively bar and restaurant with a great atmosphere and a menu of gourmet pizzas and other snacks. Here, the mood changes from an informal dinner venue to a vibrant night spot with live entertainment, salsa, and West Coast swing.

The Lobby Lounge at Sheraton Hanoi Hotel The Lobby Lounge is the focal point of our magnificent reception area. This warm and inviting lounge offers a place to relax, unwind, and enjoy a cocktail, snack, or elegant afternoon tea after a busy shopping day or a city excursion.

The Oven D’Or at Sheraton Hanoi Hotel The Oven D’Or offers an informal and relaxed environment with an international buffet and à la carte menu, including European and Vietnamese specialties. Amazing dessert buffets and creations by the executive chef are our specialty.

Hemispheres at Sheraton Hanoi Hotel Hemisphere’s, our signature restaurant, offers a creative and unique fusion of Vietnamese cuisine. The extensive menu includes an array of local and imported produce including seafood. Dine inside or outside on the terrace overlooking West Lake.

Check-in

Check-in time is 3 p.m

Check-out

Check-out time is 12 noon

Cancellation / Prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room.

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Facilities & Services

  • Air Conditioning
  • Airport Shuttle Service
  • Bath
  • Bathroom
  • Beachfront
  • Car hire
  • Catering services
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Courtyard
  • Desk
  • Exhibition/convention floor
  • Hairdryer
  • Heating
  • Hotspots
  • Ironing board
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry/Valet service
  • Lounges/bars
  • Pay-per-view Channels
  • Restaurant
  • Room service - full menu
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Seating Area
  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • Toilet
  • Valet cleaning
  • WIFI

Internet

Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Hanoi - Land of the Ascending Dragon

Things to do - general

Hanoi’s history dates back almost a thousand years to the founding of the city by Emperor Ly Thai To. In 1010 he renamed the area Thang Long – ‘Soaring Dragon’. Hanoi is a city rich in tradition and legend, the most famous of which is the Arthurian tale of Hoan Kiem Lake. Legend has it that in the 15th century Emperor Le Thai To vanquished the invading Chinese with the help of a magical sword. Whilst rowing on the lake an enormous turtle seized the sword from his grasp. The Emperor took this to mean that peace had returned and the sword had been given back to its guardian spirit. In honor of the event he renamed the lake ‘Ho Hoan Kiem’ – Lake of the Restored Sword.

The city’s main period of growth stems from the arrival of the French in 1888. Within a short time Hanoi was transformed into an elegant city with broad tree-lined boulevards, avenues and parks, making it one of the greenest cities in Asia. Fortunately many of the old boulevards and residences have survived and are used to house Foreign Embassies and other Government institutions.

Today Hanoi is a bustling capital city of nearly 4 million people. Its focal point is Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter, immediately to its north.

 

When the best time to visit Hanoi

Autumn (around September to November) and Spring (March and April) are two best seasons to visit Hanoi when the weather is pleasant with milder temperatures.

In winter, Hanoi is quite cold when the temperatures can fall below 10ºC (50ºF) and getting hotter in the summer averaging around 28-35ºC (82º-95ºF). Hanoi has high humidity year-round.

The rainy season in Hanoi is May to September. Heavy rains may happen sometimes in the summer; however, it is not consistent and does not affect your travel.

Hanoi weather by Month

– December – March: cold (sometimes as cold as 5 degrees) but mainly dry

– April – June: warm

– July – September: hot and humid and chances of showers

– October – November: warm, clear skies.

Getting There & Away

Air

Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport is located 45 kilometers from central Hanoi.

– Vietnam Airlines

– Jetstar Airway

Please contact us to book flight ticket.

Car & Motorbike

Car hire is best arranged via our office. Rates almost always include a driver.

Getting around Hanoi by motorbike means relentless traffic, non – existent road manners and inadequate street lighting.

Bus & Mini Bus

Hanoi has 3 main long – distance bus stations of interest to travellers. They are fairly well organized, with ticket offices, fixed prices and schedules.

– Gia Lam Bus Station

– Luong Yen Bus Station

– My Dinh Bus Station

 Train

Hanoi’s main train station is located not far from the Centre of Hoan Kiem, on the border of Ba Dinh district on Le Duan Street. The easiest way to get here is to head west on Ly Thuong Kiet, which ends right at the station.

You can book and catch trains south to Hue, Da Nang, Nha Trang, HCMC and other destinations.

All of these tickets can be booked at the station or at our office.

Taxi

Several reliable companies offer metered taxis. All charge fairly similar rates. Flag tall is around 15,000d, which take you 1km to 2 km; every kilometer costs around 12,000d. Some dodgy operators have high – speed meters, so use the following more reliable companies.

– Thanh Nga Taxi (04.38.215.215)

– Van Xuan Taxi (04.38.222.888)

– Mai Linh Taxi (04.38.222.666)

Cyclo

A few cyclo drivers still frequent the Old Quarter, and if you’re going a short distance, it’s a great way to experience the city (despite the fumes). Settle on a price first and watch out for overcharging – a common ploy when carrying two passengers is to agree on a price.

 

Sights & Activities

Old Quarter

This bustling area of 36 narrow streets is home to literally thousands of small businesses and shopkeepers. Originally each of the streets names’ related to the products being sold there.

Ho Chi Minh Complex

Completed in 1975 the complex contains Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, his former stilt-house residence, the Presidential Palace and the Ho Chi Minh Museum.

Temple of Literature

This is the site of Vietnam’s first university dating back to 1070. One of its main features is the stone stele mounted on the backs of turtles inscribed with the names of the university graduates.

Museum of Ethnology

A must see for anyone intending to visit either Mai Chau or Sapa. This museum is widely acknowledged as the best in the country and has an extensive display dedicated to Vietnam‘s 54 ethnic minority peoples.

Water Puppet Show

This is a uniquely Vietnamese creation with its origins dating back nearly a thousand years. Originally these plays would have taken place on lakes and ponds during the monsoon season, depicting daily life as well as numerous tales and legends.

Eating

New Day Restaurant: 72 Ma May Street Old quarters, Hanoi, Vietnam

Bun Cha: 1 Hang Manh, Hang Quat  Truc Bach, Hanoi, Vietnam

Pho Thin Noodle Soup: 13 Pho Lo Duc, Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi, Vietnam

The Gourmet Corner Restaurant: 32 Lo Su Str., Old Quarter Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi (Phone: 84 439351632)

City View Café: 7 Dinh Tien Hoang St, Hoan Kiem Dist., Hanoi (Phone: 04 39347911)

 


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