Hanoi hotels near Temple of Literature

Pros: The hotel is very charming, comfortable and with a very nice ambiance. Staff are able to speak many languages and always able to guide us through the gigantic place. Location as well is perfect. Between the Opera and the lake hence almost everything was in walking distance. Breakfast was also great with plenty of option of very fresh. Massage from the Spa was one of the best I got in Vietnam (~5-6) with finally a foot bath that many don't offer.

Cons: The coffee at breakfast was somehow either too light or too strong. The hotel is so huge that we got lost hence, signage would have been welcome. If we want to nitpick about (a little), swimming pool is a bit small and there is a smell of old furniture...

Pros: The character and ambiance of the hotel are excellent . The old colonial style with some great photos really adds to the atmosphere of the hotel . This is backed up by great service by staff who seem to do everything with already smile . The Spice restaurant and Angelinas bar were both excellent

Cons: The only improvement would be the pool area which was very cramped .

Cons: The history and the way it has been preserved.

Pros: The atmosphere of the hotel

Cons: Nothing, the hotel is outstanding

Cons: The hotel is advertised as being the oldest and fanciest hotel in Hanoi. We splurged and booked a room for one night with a small child. When we arrived, we were told that we would not have a room in the original hotel but would be given a room in the new addition. We needed to pay an extra 60 dollars to stay in the original section. They should make this policy clear to potential guests. We also requested a rollaway bed and they stuck it in the very tight living room, which was about 5 ft wide. The staff at the pool restaurant got our orders wrong--forgot my sons drink, and brought my husband the wrong beer

Pros: Very good hotel but the staff need to be more polite.

Pros: Good room service

Pros: Fabulous hotel, I would say the best I have ever stayed in. And though it's expensive for Hanoi, you would pay an awful lot more for a hotel of this quality in another country

Pros: beautiful heritage hotel , immaculately run by superb staff. Great bar with fantastic cocktails

Pros: Breakfast was excellent, very comfortable child bed (although they tried to charge us for it, despite it being on the booking, which was annoying). Very nice room and exceptionally clean.

Cons: My daughter was given a scalding hot Hot Chocolate that she proceeded to drop on her leg and burn it. The Vietnamese staff were excellent and very very helpful, I thought the general manager was rather more worried about getting the area cleaned up.

Pros: The hotel and it’s staff were amazing. They made my stay in Vietnam very easy and enjoyable! I really enjoyed the hotel tour as well. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and very nice.

Pros: Charming throughout. Great pool area.

Pros: Good location good for money Near by town area

Cons: Nil

Pros: Really good english of the hotel staff. Good location.

Cons: The waitresses in the restaurant didn't seem to behave profesionally. There were some confusions and did not communicate between each other. Also, my boyfriend is allergic to chilly, and both of our brekfast, there were swapped tags for chilly sauce and ketchup. Secondly, a bunch of hair found in clean towels. I think they tangled in a washing machine.

Pros: The location of this hotel is perfect for exploring old Hanoi. Walking distance to absolutely everything. Room we booked was lovely and big but please read my negatives on this. The staff were good on the whole apart from one issue. Pool and breakfast were great. Although the pool is a little small it’s still a welcome relief to cool off in the afternoon.

Cons: Our only issue was the problem we had with our room. The room we booked was a superior double which was lovely and spacious, however when we arrived quite late at night the hallway on our floor reeked of cigarette smoke. The next day we asked if something could be done to air it out as the smell had seeped into our room overnight, however on our return to the hotel late afternoon it was obvious someone was smoking again and the smell was getting bad. We asked to move which they accommodated but moved us to a MUCH smaller room. When we queried this, we were told by reception that it was the same size and standard of room. We said we were prepared to stay in the lesser room if they charged us accordingly and we had quite an argument until they admitted that the room WAS a lesser standard but there was nothing else available at that time. The next day we were moved back into the correct standard of room but it was very disappointing that they had tried to have us believe the rooms were the same, instead of just telling us the truth in the first place. And the fact that they did nothing to address the smoking issue, as it would be quite easy to find out which room it was coming from.

Pros: Everything is perfect.

Cons: Nothing.

Pros: The staff were friendly and very helpful

Cons: One of the spa girls asked for us to tip her. I think that is our choice to do so

Pros: Breakfast and bed.

Cons: Pool and view!

Cons: I want to complain about case after leaving hotel. I requested red bill last week in several times but I still din't receive red bill. All the staff were very nice and understand what I mean but no staff corresponding my request. I've already waited 7days but I didn't received it. Please send me red bill according to my information.

Pros: Hotel lobby is beautiful and staff is very welcoming and friendly. Very clean rooms and great location.

Cons: The rooms have no windows so there is actually no light.

Pros: We got a free room upgrade on arrival. Staff very friendly and attentive. Modern decor and fit out. Large and comfortable bed and reasonably sized room. Rooftop pool was enjoyable. Breakfast was good and had a large selection to cater for all.

Pros: Great hotel. Awesome location. Yummy breakfast. The rooftop pool was so refreshing and had such a great view and the bar on the 9th floor was also great. Really great happy hour too

Pros: The room is comfortable and there is a widespread breakfast selection.

Cons: The pastries are a bit hard.

Pros: This hotel was amazing... fabulous location in the old quarter of Hanoi... Staff are very helpful and so welcoming!

Pros: Room was stunning with classic molding, hard wood floors and a huge shower. Front desk agent offered to check me in hours early when I only asked to check a bag. The entire staff was attentive and helpful.

Cons: Although the entire old quarter area is bustling and loud, there are two bars directly across the narrow street from the window our room faced. The noise on the weekend did not quiet down until after midnight. There was also a minor issue with the hot water not getting very hot, and although the staff was apologetic, they could not remedy this issue before we checked out.

Pros: Dominic and all other staff extremely helpful.

Cons: Everything was fantastic.

Pros: Courteous staff

Cons: Little variety

Pros: Staff were super friendly and helpful. Location perfect for the old quarter.

Cons: Breakfast was a strange combination but adequate.

Pros: I liked the location and the friendliness of the staff

Cons: Restaurant just ok

Pros: The staff and location were the best!

Pros: The restaurant was excellent. Wonderful Vietnamese food with excellent presentation, service and value for the money

Pros: We loved The Hanoi Pearl it’s location was perfect 2 min walk to the Lake and as we arrived on Friday night the road around the lake was closed making it perfect for walking . The staff are so helpful especially Ms Betty Pham whose smiling face welcomed us each day .. the beds were so comfortable and breakfast delicious we highly recommend this Hoyel .

Pros: Heart of tourist zone. Amazing staff. Would stay again. Excellent English.

Cons: Nothing.

Pros: The hotel was walking distance to the main areas, including the night market on the weekends (which includes Beer Street). It is also across the street from a GREAT bar with happy hour from 4-8pm called "Polite & Co". The staff's hospitality was excellent - they were on time to pick us up from the airport and explained every single thing to us on arrival and offered help throughout our stay in Hanoi.

Cons: The breakfast could have had more options for vegetarians.

Pros: facilities

Cons: Staff

Pros: The staff makes the difference. They are polite and attentive to the guest request

Cons: Nil

Cons: Arrived late and was very tired. Was given a room they knew had non-functioning air conditioner.Vietnam in summer is not place to be without AC. They pretended they didn't know, but the room had evidence of being rejected by other guests. Finally got different room next day. Inexcusable behavior on part of hotel.

Pros: Great friendly service and location

Cons: No bar access

Pros: Nice hotel in good location

Pros: Greaf Location . Nice breakfast. Nice chocolate treat at 5pm for an hour everyday . FREE

Cons: We were given a room facing the front main road. It is very noisy because the motorist in Hanoi just loved to horn for almost every thing. Couldn't sleep on the first night. I realised that the windows of this room were a single 5mm glass panel. The next day upon my complaint to the front desk, we were upgraded to a deluxe room facing the back . This room was very much quieter and we had sound, good quality sleep for the rest of the stay. I would request the management to upgrade their rooms facing the front ti a double glazed sound proof windows and thicker curtains. Other than that, it is a lovely place to stay

Pros: Everything, the speed of check in / check out, the top class well trained and experienced staff, etc, that's what makes Movempic one of my top choice in Hanoi

Pros: Everything else, that's why I keep on coming back to Movempic

Cons: The neighbour (unrelated to my stay) had a loud voice on the phone, the sound proofing of the suite door between his room and mine wasn't good enough. The hotel should make sure that if 'half suite' rooms are given to guests, the sound proofing of the separating door are the same as that of a solid wall.

Pros: Ah, I normally do not select hotels like this, but on this occasion I wanted to "pamper" myself. Breakfast selection is great, the usual for a hotel of this kind, but service there was not very attentive.

Cons: Unfortunately, I made an error in booking 1 night instead of an intended 2, and did not see my error until I arrived. Unfortunately, the hotel was not able to accommodate me the next day. My interaction with the desk clerk was not entirely satisfactory; I could not get are very good sense of my chances to continue for the additional night. In the event, I decided to find alternative arrangements on my own withing 30 minutes of hitting my room. I think a full service hotel like this might have offered to help in getting an alternative booking. I know Hanoi well, and the hotels on offer here. For 1/3 of the price one can get a bigger room, just as clean, with more personalized service, and a fine location. The gym here is not opened 24/7; that would have helped me in the circumstances having checked in 21:30 (they did hold my room, as I would expect) and having to leave for work early (7:45). No real blame to be placed here, except on me for my error. I just left feeling that the value for the money was not there, and probably would not have felt so even if I had booked as intended for the 2 nights. I note that other western chain hotels give better value for money, in the region, as well.

Pros: The staff makes a difference. Well trained and polite. Check in was easy and quick

Cons: Can feel that it’s an old building. Perhaps some light renovation and cleaning is required in the toilet

Pros: The staff was super friendly and nice

Cons: Notjing

Pros: Good location and excellent services

Cons: nothing

Pros: The room was spacious and luxurious. The bed was large and soft. The staff were very attentive and helpful .

Pros: Location is great. The room is good.

Cons: While we stayed the air con of dining room had problem and the breakfast time was unpleasant

Pros: Great in all aspects - location , staff and facilities. Breakfast was 5 stars!

Cons: Nothing!

Pros: After traveling all over, sleeping on some cardboard hard beds, and enduring a five hour bus journey, falling into the king size bed was a heavenly sleeping experience. The room was super quiet, the bed super comfortable, and the shower was the nicest I have ever used. The modern decor was cool. The hotel was walking distance from Hoan Kiem Lake, and lots of exciting things in the area.

Cons: The hallways didn't seem to live up to 5 star status. The carpet seemed old, and there were lots of scrapes and marks on the walls. There were like 8 million light switches in the room, and it was a bit confusing to figure out which ones did what. The toilet flushing was a little fickle. In the description, it said the room would have a courtyard or city view. I e-mailed to ask for a city view, and got a response saying they would get us one. However, when we arrived it was a courtyard view. I'm sure the buffet breakfast was excellent, but $20 per person seemed a bit steep. It'd be nice if they offered some kind of complimentary meal. This was a really nice place, but maybe didn't quite live up to our expectation of what a 5 star hotel would be.

Pros: Nice hotel and very comfortable beds. Staff is friendly. Our first room smelled like a smoking room and we were able to change without any issue. Breakfast is good for the price (USd 25 for a couple, but think was a promotion). Pool is small but ok, fitness basic. Maintenance is ok but could be better.

Cons: Not really something to complain, good hotel

Pros: I thought the location was amazing !!! The look of the hotel is beautiful and the service was superb, really friendly, professional and helpful. I also met the Manager a Frenchman called Adrien when I checked in who was really helpful and polite which set the tone for a nice stay. The initial design of the decor was also very good and I liked the design of the lobby bar.

Cons: It was rather hot, there seemed to be some problem with the AC units so they were using lots of electric fans which is not what you expect from an Accor M Gallery (I am a platinum member). I also felt that the property could do with some investment in the facilities as it is looking a little tired around the edges.

Pros: Ms Pham the Front Office Manager is excellent

Pros: Perfect position, in the city centre of Hanoi. Close to the Old Quarter, the heath of Hanoi. Room very comfortable and top level staff. Highly recommended

Pros: Location perfect for old town

Pros: Loved the room and the facilities. Breakfast was nice and the location the hotel is great! The room is very impressive and we loved the facilities in the room. I purchased a sim card (10GB data per day apparently, which I didn't believe) from the concierge for approx 14 EUR. The data on the card lasted my full 3 week stay in Vietnam! Thank you to the super concierge!

Cons: The bed was really soft and I developed back-ache. We asked for a late check-out, but unfortunately the hotel could not accommodate us with this even though we had booked 2 rooms. Irrespective, they made the spa facilities available to us to shower and freshen up before departure.

Pros: Lovely hotel, clean rooms, comfy beds, great buffet breakfast.