Hanoi Deals
Hanoi is Vietnam's soul: a thousand-year-old capital of lakes, French villas and temple courtyards where the Old Quarter's 36 streets still trade the goods they were named for. It's slower and more layered than Saigon, cooler in winter, and the country's best city for simply wandering — through Hoan Kiem Lake at dawn tai chi, along the Train Street, into a café for egg coffee.
The Old Quarter is where most visitors stay, in tall, narrow boutique hotels with rooftop views over the tiled roofs — chaotic, charming and never dull. The French Quarter to the south is grander: wide boulevards, the Opera House and the Sofitel Legend Metropole, a hotel that has hosted everyone from Graham Greene to Jane Fonda. West Lake, with its lakeside villas and quiet cafés, suits longer stays and families.
Hanoi is also the launchpad for northern Vietnam. Ha Long Bay's limestone karsts are a two-and-a-half-hour drive and the definitive overnight cruise; the rice terraces of Sapa and the mountains of Ha Giang are the adventurous alternative; and Ninh Binh — "Ha Long on land" — makes a stunning day trip by sampan through the karst valleys.
October to December and March to April are the sweet spots — dry, mild and clear. Winter (January to February) is cool and misty, atmospheric but bring a jacket; summer (May to September) is hot, humid and stormy. When our Hanoi deals arrive they'll follow the house rules — direct hotel contracts, breakfast always included, transfers and extras in writing. Join below to hear first.
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See this week's live dealsHanoi — frequently asked questions
How do I get to Hanoi from Australia?
Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet fly direct from Sydney and Melbourne to Hanoi; alternatively fly Jetstar to Ho Chi Minh City and connect on a two-hour domestic flight, or route via Singapore or Kuala Lumpur. Noi Bai Airport is 45 minutes from the Old Quarter. Australians need an e-visa, arranged online before departure.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi?
Autumn (October to December) is the pick — dry, sunny and mild — with spring (March to April) a close second. Winter can be surprisingly cold and grey (10–15°C), and summer is hot and humid with heavy storms. Hanoi has real seasons, unlike the south, so pack accordingly.
Where should I stay in Hanoi?
The Old Quarter for atmosphere and walkability, the French Quarter for grand hotels and wider streets, or West Lake for a calmer, more residential base. Most of our deals will be in the Old and French Quarters, within walking distance of Hoan Kiem Lake.
How many nights do I need in Hanoi?
Three nights covers the Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, the Temple of Literature and Ho Chi Minh's mausoleum, with a street-food evening and a water-puppet show. Add two for a Ha Long Bay overnight cruise, and another for Ninh Binh. Hanoi plus Ha Long is the classic five-night northern loop.
Is Hanoi good for families?
Yes, with a little planning. The Old Quarter is busy, so families often prefer West Lake or the French Quarter for space and calm. Kids enjoy the water puppets, the Train Street, cyclo rides and a Ha Long Bay cruise with kayaking. Hotels are used to family rooms and connecting rooms.
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