Hanoi is one of the leading cities in the tourism industry of the country and you can find a lot of 5-star hotels around touristic locations. However, in this post, we will help you indicate top 6 best luxury hotels in Hanoi.
1. Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
No luxury in Vietnam can match with the long history and experience in hospitality industry than Sòitel Legend Metropole Hanoi. It is no doubt at least the second best one available in Hanoi, especially in Hanoi Old Quarter.
Located near Hoan Kiem Lake, the Sofitel Legend will bring both the classical and modern feelings to guests during their stay. All the rooms are fully-furnished with multi-purpose facilities and equipment such as free in-room mineral water, coffee maker, safe deposit box and minibar. Bathroom and security amenities include bathtub, shower, sprinkler, peephole, smoke alarm and so on.
For the meal, tourists may want to dine in 3 restaurants with different features and menu. The Le Beaulieu offers the special dishes from Chef Nicolas Shadbolt and it is a fabulous choice to enjoy the French cuisine. Italian seekers will be amazed at the Angelina restaurant and lounge which has a wide range of Italian foods and wines combined with the live DJ music at 9 p.m. Finally, your travel to Vietnam cannot complete without experience the rich cuisine of the country. Spices Garden and Chef Nguyen Thanh Van promises the best local dishes possible in Vietnam.
There are a lot of leisure activities in Sofitel Legend Metropole, namely the famous Spa and fitness center for relaxing. It is always a great thing to enjoy tasty drinks and listen to music in 3 bars of the hotel. If you want to have a party or wedding ceremony, ask the staffs to arrange it for you. Since Sofitel Legend Metropole is located in Hanoi Old Quarter, tourists can easily reach well-known destinations and go shopping in the luxury mall Trang Tien Plaza.
2. Apricot Hotel
Although not as famous as the first one, Apricot Hotel is certainly a suit competitor in Hanoi Old Quarter. Tourists will obviously be satisfied with the top class services and facilities in the hotel.
Besides meeting international standard, rooms in Apricot are exceptionally designed with one-of-a-kind decorations and equipment. It is a mix between the luxurious French and traditional Vietnamese style. Additionally, you may find an excellent place with a view to the magnificent lake in the heart of Hanoi. In terms of restaurant, the A’Telier and L’Artiste are aiming to be the must-visit dining locations in Hanoi which presented in artistic decor and architecture while the Palette packs with sensational South East Asia foods.
The exclusive One36 Bar will not let you disappointed as they offer sweeping scene to the Hoan Kiem Lake. This is a perfect place to contemplate the sparkling cities and night while unwinding with the delectable cocktails. Otherwise, you can also escape the heat of Hanoi in the swimming pool on the roof. For more activities, a modern fitness centre and Spa L’Art are perfect places after the exploration of Hanoi to enhance your health.
3. Melia Hanoi
Although not situated in the Hanoi Old Quarter, Melia Hotel is still very near the central of the ancient capital of Vietnam. With modern and grand architecture and design, this 5-star hotel is certainly a right choice for any tourist from other countries.
The hotel always hopes to bring the best experience for guests visiting Vietnam. As a result, there will be basic amenities found in each room like hydro massage bathtub, satellite TV, ironing equipment. Melia Hotel is also a great destination to watch the nightlife of Hanoi and rest in the comfy beds. Moreover, the professional staffs will be able the meet your requirement alongside excellent services such as limousine service, babysitting service, 24-hour clinic, and tour booking.
The restaurant in Melia offers a great selection of dishes from both western and eastern countries. The El Oriental serves guests with Vietnamese and Thai Cuisine making this a wonderful place to try South East Asia foods. On the other hand, El Patio is a charming restaurant featuring the international buffet and genuine local way of cooking for diners. If you desire to have delicious cakes, feel free to check out Meliá Deli which has fresh baked goods, desserts and pastries.
Swimming in an outdoor pool, relaxing in the Oasis Spa and salon, or exercising in the gym are common activities in Melia Hotel.
4. Hotel de l’Opera Hanoi
Another hotel in the list belongs to the famed Accor besides the Sofitel Legend Metropole. The top-quality and professional services are ensured by this world class hotel group.
All the facilities of Hotel de l’Opera Hanoi are extremely advanced and followed the authentic French Style. Even though only has 3 restaurants, both of them will take tourists to the splendid journey through Vietnamese and international dishes. Café Lautrec is exceptionally great with a la carte and buffet and the Mediterranean cuisine. The executive chef Le Van Ninh is first Vietnam 5-star chef in Hanoi working in Dubai and Morocco in the past.
Located near the Hanoi Opera House, it would be great to enjoy your drinks and contemplate the view of Hanoi. The room in Hotel de l’Opera Hanoi is furnished with unique decorations, wooden floor, separate shower and toilet. Other facilities include the beautiful semi-outdoor swimming pool, the state-of-the-art fitness center and professional spa.
5. InterContinental Hanoi Westlake
Leaving the bustling ancient streets, we will continue in a much peaceful location which is InterContinental Hanoi Hotel in West Lake. This is an ideal location for those who do not want to stay in a touristy location while still near some of the most famous sites in Hanoi.
The InterContinental Hanoi Westlake is certainly a large hotel with lots of facilities and services. Possessing a huge space for development, this location has extremely spacious rooms, most of which will have a panoramic view of West Lake. It is wonderful to wake up in the morning and breath the fresh air from West Lake. The basic amenities are all available at the hotel such as shower and bathtub, wireless internet access, cable TV, balcony furniture and so forth.
At InterContinental Hanoi Westlake, you may be surprised at the multiple of options for dining. If you prefer western dishes, arrive in the Milan restaurant featuring the Italian cuisine, Café Du Lac, a contemporary French restaurant, or cakes, pastries and tea from Le Gourmet and Diplomat Lounge. The alternative choice would be Saigon Restaurant where diners will be offered with the rich cuisine of the country. At dawn or sunset, we recommend you to visit the Sunset Bar, slip a glass of cocktails and watch the clear blue sky.
6. Pan Pacific Hanoi
Pan Pacific Hanoi is another Hotel near West Lake which worth mentioning on our list. Pan Pacific desires to satisfy both leisure and business travelers staying in the hotel.
The friendly and informative staffs are willing to grant any request of the guests and take it to their heart. They will serve you whether in the outstanding summit on the 20th floor which has a unmatchable view to Westlake, Ming restaurant offering Cantonese dishes, or while you are drinking in Song Hong Bar and listening to pleasant music.
The business center is one of the highlights in the hotel fully-equipped to help business needs. There are facsimile, printing and photocopying, message delivery, package handling and translation services. After a tiring day, the indoor pool, fitness center and spa will help guests unwind and release the stress.
- Source: Vietnam Excursions
