first-time visitors · foodies
Old Quarter (36 Streets)
Hanoi's 1,000-year-old merchant quarter — narrow lanes named for their trade-specialties, street-food counters, and the Hoan Kiem Lake at its southern edge
Mid
$95/nt
Luxury
$260/nt
Hotels in Hanoi
2 neighborhoods compared — rooms from $95/night mid-range, luxury to $350. Live pricing via Expedia, no guesswork on where to stay.
— Where to stay
2 neighborhoods, compared.
Sorted by mid-range starting price. Each card links to the full neighborhood deep-dive, plus a pre-filtered Expedia search scoped to that area.
— FAQ
Booking hotels in Hanoi.
- What's the best area to stay in Hanoi for first-time visitors?
- Old Quarter (36 Streets) is the most reliable pick for a first Hanoi trip — it's central, walkable, and gives you the shorthand version of the city without long transit rides. Expect mid-range rooms around $95/night; go higher for a view or courtyard.
- How much does a hotel in Hanoi cost per night?
- Mid-range hotels in Hanoi currently run $95–130/night depending on neighborhood, with luxury properties starting around $260. Prices shown are indicative and move with the season — live rates update via Expedia when you click through.
- Which neighborhoods are best for couples in Hanoi?
- French Quarter (Ba Dinh District) consistently comes up for couples — hanoi's french-colonial legislative heart — haussmann-inspired boulevards, the presidential palace, ho chi minh's mausoleum, and the quiet version of vietnam's capital. Rooms from about $130/night mid-range, with boutique options in the $210+ range.
- Where should families stay in Hanoi?
- French Quarter (Ba Dinh District) is the easiest fit for travelling with kids — hanoi's french-colonial legislative heart — haussmann-inspired boulevards, the presidential palace, ho chi minh's mausoleum, and the quiet version of vietnam's capital. Look at family rooms around $130/night, or apartment-style stays for more space.
- What are the main neighborhoods to compare before booking a hotel in Hanoi?
- Old Quarter (36 Streets), French Quarter (Ba Dinh District). Each has a different trade-off between price, atmosphere, and proximity to the main sights — the grid above lays them side by side so you can pick before you search.