Looming large over West Lake, this huge hotel is the not-so historic counterpart to the Sofitel Metropole. Facilities include a swimming pool with retractable roof.
11 Pho Xuan Dieu, Hanoi.
T: 84-4-8238888
THUY ANH HOTEL Standard
This popular hotel offers a dizzying array of rooms in two buildings and amenities include a Vietnamese restaurant and a rooftop bar with refreshing breezes.
55A D Truong Han Sieu, Ninh Binh.
T: 84-30-871602
TOPAS ECOLODGE First Class
Located in a valley below Sapa, the weather is generally more pleasant at this altitude. The first real ecolodge in the northwest, this is a great place to learn about local life.
Tan Kim Village, Sapa.
T: 84-20-871331
TRADE UNION HOTEL Standard
A reliable stop in Son La, the Trade Union Hotel has basic but comfortable rooms with air-con and hot water, plus a busy restaurant which also draws a local crowd.
Son La.
T: 84-22-852804
ZEPHYR HOTEL Superior
Just a short stroll from the iconic Hoan Kiem Lake, this boutique hotel is popular thanks to its smart rooms and superb location. Includes a rooftop bar and restaurant.
19 Pho Ba Trieu, Old Quarter, Hanoi.
T: 84-4-9341256
