Best Boutique Hotels in Hanoi

Hanoi (Hoan Kiem, Vietnam)

A small yet perfectly formed boutique bolthole in the heart of the famous Old Quarter. Chic rooms feature hardwood floors, clean design and large double windows leading onto private balconies. A real gem of a hotel for guests of all ages at an excellent price.

• Local exploring - In Hanoi's bustling Old Quarter, this is a terrific base for on-foot explorations of historic sights, stalls & markets
• Value chic - A carefully renovated heritage property with inviting rooms at affordable prices & spaces for guests of all ages
• Great walks - Guided walking tours - especially those with a foodie focus - are a brilliant way to experience central Hanoi
• Museums - Visit the Ho Chi Minh Museum and Mausoleum, or delve into Vietnam's dark past at Hoa Lo Prison Museum

Hanoi (Hoan Kiem District, Vietnam)

An elegant hotel situated in Hanoi's vibrant Old Quarter. Chic rooms feature rosewood floors, enormous beds and large works of Vietnamese art. Uber-modern bathrooms have big bathtubs, there's a Vietnamese fusion restaurant, a rooftop bar and a piano bar. Well-priced and well-located.

• City Style - Contemporary Vietnamese design with gorgeous bathrooms, well-located for exploring as well as great shopping
• Local markets - Stroll to the Dong Xuan Market and the Weekend Night Market, both abuzz with hawkers and keen shoppers
• Value chic - A very reasonably priced option for a chic stay in the heart of the city
• Theatre - Catch an atmospheric cultural peformance at the Water Puppet Theatre

Hanoi (Ba Dinh, Vietnam )

A simple & affordable contemporary hotel at the bottom end of Hoan Kiem Lake. Smart, comfortable rooms have crisp linen, local art and modern bathrooms. The 11th floor restaurant boasts great city views, plus there's a gym, bar and business centre. Brilliant for budget-conscious group trips.

• Close to nightlife - A multitude of lively bars and restaurants await within walking distance, perfect for a night out on the town
• Groups - Groups of friends can share affordable rooms with multiple beds, and will appreciate the great location
• Local markets - Get a taste of Hanoi life at the bustling Dong Xuan Market, where stalls brim with fresh produce
• Value chic - A simple, well-priced stay for budget-conscious travellers in the city

Hanoi (Vietnam)

An upscale boutique hotel in Hanoi's bustling Old Quarter, crowned by a rooftop pool & lively sky bar, famed for its craft cocktails. The 60 lavish rooms & suites - some inter-connecting for families - have big beds topped with crisp white sheets, warm blue or red accents & smart bathrooms. Lovely.

• Local exploring - A stylish hotel in the heart of the Old Quarter ideally placed for the best street food, quirky boutiques & historic landmarks
• Great walks - Join on of the hotel's guides for a superb street food tour of Hanoi's old quarter, either at lunchtime or in the evening
• Business meetings - A great base for a chic business trip, complete with meeting rooms & event spaces - including the rooftop bar
• Hotel Entertainment - Expect live music performances at Aira Sky Bar on Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings

Hanoi (Vietnam)

A charming boutique hotel in the Old Quarter, with spacious rooms and suites as well as a buzzy rooftop bar with impressive 360-degree city views. Well-appointed, elegant guest suites — some with two bedrooms — have hardwood floors, traditional hanging lamps & velvet-upholstered seats. Lovely.

• Local exploring - Brilliantly located for exploring Hanoi's enchanting Old Quarter on foot, or taking a guided food tour
• Families - Book a two-bedroom family suite or duplex, and enjoy the hotel's friendly vibe and fun private cinema
• Great walks - Take an early morning walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, stopping at the Ngoc Son Temple & joining a tai chi session
• Restaurant - Enjoy delicious Southeast Asian fare at Red Bean Ma May Restaurant

Hanoi ( Vietnam)

A swish contemporary hotel in the city's beautiful Old Quarter, crowned by a rooftop pool and hip bar, inviting well-heeled guests to kick back in serious style. Indulgent rooms, suites and communal areas feature warm teal tones, with lots of brass, velvet and marble. Fresh, trendy & very popular.

• City Style - Sleek interiors with lots of marble and jewel-like tones, plus a hip rooftop bar make this a tremendously stylish city hotel
• Local exploring - Perfectly located for discovering the charming Old Quarter, and within walking distance of Dong Xuan Market
• Hotel Entertainment - Expect vibrant live DJ nights at Ignite Sky Bar, which boasts 360 views of Hanoi's Old Quarter
• Cooking classes - Tour the local market & pick up fresh produce to cook three dishes which you'll then savour for lunch or dinner

Hanoi (Vietnam)

Inspired by its colourful collection of Hang Trong folk paintings, this boutique gem's opulent rooms & suites are bedecked in jewel-like tones. Named for the seasons, they have a warm, whimsical feel. The theme continues at the gourmet French eatery & rooftop bar. Perfect for romantics & creatives

• Romantic Break - A romantic, creative hotel bedecked with folk art & offering a chic rooftop bar & lovely restaurant for evenings with loved ones
• Great walks - Take a guided street food tour of Hanoi's Old Quarter, hopping aboard the hotel's shuttle to get there
• Restaurant - Feast on gourmet French cuisine at La Carpe restaurant, with views over Cau Giay district
• Spa - Enjoy wonderfully relaxing treatments at Le Paon Spa

Hanoi (Vietnam)

An exceptionally glamorous hotel hidden behind a striking art nouveau façade near the enchanting Old Quarter. Inspired by the golden age of opera, designer Bill Bensley has created a flamboyant world of theatrical restaurants with glittering chandeliers & lavish suites with marble bathrooms. Superb!

• Romantic Break - A tremendously romantic hotel brimming with 1920s Jazz Age glamour, perfect for well-heeled couples
• Foodies - A foodie's paradise, the hotel boasts a Michelin-starred Chef's Table: Hibana by Koki
• Restaurant - Feast at teppanyaki restaurant Koki, on New York-style fare at Hudson Rooms or gourmet Vietnamese dishes at theatrical Backstage
• Great walks - Stroll from Hoàn Kiếm Lake through the old quarter, stopping for steaming street food & to marvel at heritage architecture