"The homestay was a good experience in general but was quite far from Cat Ba Town. We were able to hire bicycles and ride to the national park and go hiking but there wasn't anything else that could be accessed without motorised transport. The rooms were ok, but in need of some maintenance. Bathrooms need updating and wallpaper was peeling off the ceilings. There were spiders and a centipede in the room but it was fine once we removed the critters. Lots of farm sounds with roosters, barking dogs...
"The homestay was a good experience in general but was quite far from Cat Ba Town. We were able to hire bicycles and ride to the national park and go hiking but there wasn't anything else that could be accessed without motorised transport. The rooms were ok, but in need of some maintenance. Bathrooms need updating and wallpaper was peeling off the ceilings. There were spiders and a centipede in the room but it was fine once we removed the critters. Lots of farm sounds with roosters, barking dogs...
"Only stayed for 1 night so I could enjoy my the day cruise trip I had booked and found it much easier then travelling from the mainland Haiphong early in the morning, Hotel location I found to be very good less then 30 seconds to the entrance and main strip so was much quieter at night but unfortunately bed was rock hard so sleeping was not the best, no soundproofing so woken up by other guests between 12-2am apart from that received warm welcome from reception breakfast also included for the...
"Only stayed for 1 night so I could enjoy my the day cruise trip I had booked and found it much easier then travelling from the mainland Haiphong early in the morning, Hotel location I found to be very good less then 30 seconds to the entrance and main strip so was much quieter at night but unfortunately bed was rock hard so sleeping was not the best, no soundproofing so woken up by other guests between 12-2am apart from that received warm welcome from reception breakfast also included for the...
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Luxury Boutique hotel in Old Quarter, good location. Breakfast is quite delicious. Room and bathroom was spacious for my family. Location near the popular Cathedral & plenty of eateries nearby. They provide Hanoi tour, which I appreciate so much. I registered for City Tour, Ninh Binh & Ha Long Bay Tour. Their staffs were very caring, helpful, informative and they speak english well. Special thanks to Mr Dong, Mr Jacky and Ms Anna
Luxury Boutique hotel in Old Quarter, good location. Breakfast is quite delicious. Room and bathroom was spacious for my family. Location near the popular Cathedral & plenty of eateries nearby. They provide Hanoi tour, which I appreciate so much. I registered for City Tour, Ninh Binh & Ha Long Bay Tour. Their staffs were very caring, helpful, informative and they speak english well. Special thanks to Mr Dong, Mr Jacky and Ms Anna
I loved staying at the Sofitel metropole, it was a wonderful experience. It's the second time I have been there and had really looked forward to returning and it did not disappoint. The level of service is really excellent and the staff anticipate your every need. I stayed in the historical wing and the room was really beautiful. The food and bar choices are also fantastic with a lot of different experiences on offer. I couldn't fault it. It's one of Asias great hotels!
I loved staying at the Sofitel metropole, it was a wonderful experience. It's the second time I have been there and had really looked forward to returning and it did not disappoint. The level of service is really excellent and the staff anticipate your every need. I stayed in the historical wing and the room was really beautiful. The food and bar choices are also fantastic with a lot of different experiences on offer. I couldn't fault it. It's one of Asias great hotels!
Great location - so much within short walking distance. In the Old Town so space at a premium meaning room without a window which was a bit claustrophobic. Very comfortable bed and bed linen. Great shower. The staff could not have been nicer or more helpful.
Great location - so much within short walking distance. In the Old Town so space at a premium meaning room without a window which was a bit claustrophobic. Very comfortable bed and bed linen. Great shower. The staff could not have been nicer or more helpful.
Douglas
Reviewed February 17, 2024Reviewed February 17, 2024
The staff were extremely attentive and pleasant at the hotel - special mention to the staff on reception. We really enjoyed our stay. The hotel is ideally located by the old quarter and by the lake, convenient to shops and restaurants.
The staff were extremely attentive and pleasant at the hotel - special mention to the staff on reception. We really enjoyed our stay. The hotel is ideally located by the old quarter and by the lake, convenient to shops and restaurants.
The most beautiful, well finished hotel we have ever stayed in. The room was a great size, staff so pleasant and helpful and the amenities top class. Would recommend this hotel to anyone. The views here Ha Long Bay are an added bonus and the hotel ensure the beach area is kept pristine and clean. 10/10
The most beautiful, well finished hotel we have ever stayed in. The room was a great size, staff so pleasant and helpful and the amenities top class. Would recommend this hotel to anyone. The views here Ha Long Bay are an added bonus and the hotel ensure the beach area is kept pristine and clean. 10/10
Really lovely hotel, incredibly helpful staff, particularly the front desk. I am an older traveller and here on my own, the hotel feels safe, knowledgable and secure. Breakfast is amazing rooms clean and beautifully comfortable. Delighted with the stay so far.
Really lovely hotel, incredibly helpful staff, particularly the front desk. I am an older traveller and here on my own, the hotel feels safe, knowledgable and secure. Breakfast is amazing rooms clean and beautifully comfortable. Delighted with the stay so far.
This hotel despite the moderate cost of rooms is quite exceptional, very friendly and helpful staff, most staff speak good English. restaurant and food is top quality . In fact the service in this hotel is the same as you would get in a 5-star hotel. I am a retired hospitality lecturer and very fussy but I was really impressed by Emerald waters Hotel
This hotel despite the moderate cost of rooms is quite exceptional, very friendly and helpful staff, most staff speak good English. restaurant and food is top quality . In fact the service in this hotel is the same as you would get in a 5-star hotel. I am a retired hospitality lecturer and very fussy but I was really impressed by Emerald waters Hotel
Extremely helpful and polite staff.
Comfortable, clean and bright room.
Breakfast cooked to order on the 9th floor balcony area.
We had an evening flight back to Europe and the hotel stored our bags for us during the day. They let us use a spare room to freshen up before our flight and gave us a nice leaving gift!
The hotel is perfectly placed for exploring the old quarter of Hanoi on a quieter street.
We have already recommended La Selva to friends.
Extremely helpful and polite staff.
Comfortable, clean and bright room.
Breakfast cooked to order on the 9th floor balcony area.
We had an evening flight back to Europe and the hotel stored our bags for us during the day. They let us use a spare room to freshen up before our flight and gave us a nice leaving gift!
The hotel is perfectly placed for exploring the old quarter of Hanoi on a quieter street.
We have already recommended La Selva to friends.
This is an amazing hotel in the Old Quarter, central to everything. We were at the back of the hotel, so very quiet as the streets are noisy and there is often live music in the street close to the hotel. Staff are very attentive, and friendly and are happy to talk about their country and way of life. Many thanks to Chester & Don. We would definitely stay here again if we went back to Hanoi.
This is an amazing hotel in the Old Quarter, central to everything. We were at the back of the hotel, so very quiet as the streets are noisy and there is often live music in the street close to the hotel. Staff are very attentive, and friendly and are happy to talk about their country and way of life. Many thanks to Chester & Don. We would definitely stay here again if we went back to Hanoi.
ANNETTE MARIE
Reviewed September 10, 2023Reviewed September 10, 2023
We have stayed at three other hotels in Hanoi previously but this one is by far and away the best! The staff are incredibly helpful and so welcoming, the facilities are great and immaculately maintained and the rooftop bar is an added bonus! The location is also perfect as it’s walking distance from the main attractions and also right by the lake. Definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking to stay in Hanoi.
We have stayed at three other hotels in Hanoi previously but this one is by far and away the best! The staff are incredibly helpful and so welcoming, the facilities are great and immaculately maintained and the rooftop bar is an added bonus! The location is also perfect as it’s walking distance from the main attractions and also right by the lake. Definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking to stay in Hanoi.
Laura
Reviewed October 19, 2026Reviewed October 19, 2026
A very comfortable hotel with great service. The rooms are snug but well appointed with all amenities.
If you are looking for a very quiet stay opt for an internal facing rooms as those with balconies have a fantastic view, and give you a great atmosphere of the lake and old town, however can be noisy late into the night and early morning.
We dined in the restaurant which was great food and service. Overall we had a great experience at the La Sinfonia del Ray.
A very comfortable hotel with great service. The rooms are snug but well appointed with all amenities.
If you are looking for a very quiet stay opt for an internal facing rooms as those with balconies have a fantastic view, and give you a great atmosphere of the lake and old town, however can be noisy late into the night and early morning.
We dined in the restaurant which was great food and service. Overall we had a great experience at the La Sinfonia del Ray.
Amazing hotel, truly fantastic facilities at a very good prices. Front desk informative and helpful. It’s a very nice stay in a Japanese hotel in Vietnam. Location is little bit outside of the town, but easy ride from airport and quick taxi ride to town. It’s nice to discover local places, for sure not touristy like Hanoi.
Amazing hotel, truly fantastic facilities at a very good prices. Front desk informative and helpful. It’s a very nice stay in a Japanese hotel in Vietnam. Location is little bit outside of the town, but easy ride from airport and quick taxi ride to town. It’s nice to discover local places, for sure not touristy like Hanoi.
Adriana
Reviewed December 8, 2024Reviewed December 8, 2024
The hotel staff was incredible. Extremely polite, cheerful and well informed about places to visit, to eat etc.
Location was superb
Highly recommend this hotel to all visitors
The hotel staff was incredible. Extremely polite, cheerful and well informed about places to visit, to eat etc.
Location was superb
Highly recommend this hotel to all visitors
The staff were very accommodating and super helpful. The bed was comfortable, room clean and the shower had hot water. Air-conditioning worked well to.
I only stopped one night so can't comment on the gym etc. I would definitely come back again.
The staff were very accommodating and super helpful. The bed was comfortable, room clean and the shower had hot water. Air-conditioning worked well to.
I only stopped one night so can't comment on the gym etc. I would definitely come back again.