As the capital of Vietnam, Hanoi is often the first stop for many travelers arriving in the country. That’s also why finding the right place to stay in Hanoi can be surprisingly challenging, especially if you want an affordable hotel in Hanoi that is both well-located and comfortable without exceeding your budget.
This curated list of 10 value hotels in Hanoi under €100 focuses on properties that are not just affordable luxury, but genuinely worth booking.
The reality of hotel rooms in Hanoi
Before you book a boutique hotel in Hanoi, you need to understand a little bit about the city’s history. Many tourists are surprised when they arrive in the Old Quarter and find that their hotel room is a bit small, or sometimes does not even have a window with a city view. Why does this happen?
The answer is the traditional Vietnamese “Nhà Ống” (Tube House). Hundreds of years ago, the government calculated property taxes based on the width of the house facing the street. To pay less tax, people in Hanoi built houses that were very narrow at the front but went very deep to the back. Today, many boutique hotels in Hanoi are built inside these narrow, deep buildings.
Because space is so limited in the Old Quarter, hotels around this area have to be creative. They build upward, adding many floors. This is why a hotel might look small from the street, but it can hide comfort rooms, a spa, and a rooftop bar inside!
A row of typical “tube” houses in Hanoi’s Old Quarter
Where should you stay in Hanoi?
Choosing your neighborhood is just as important as choosing your hotel when considering where to stay in Hanoi. Here is a quick look at the best areas in Hanoi centre.
| If you want… | Stay in | What to watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| To walk everywhere, eat local street food, and feel the city’s crazy energy | Old Quarter Hanoi | Smaller rooms, busy streets, heavy traffic |
| A central base that is still lively but has nicer walking paths and views | Around Hoan Kiem Lake | Slightly higher room prices, busy on weekends |
| A quiet, romantic atmosphere with wide streets and luxury cafes | French Quarter Hanoi | Fewer budget options, very quiet at night |
| Large rooms, western cafes, and a very slow, relaxed lifestyle | West Lake (Tay Ho) | You need to take a taxi to see the main tourist sights |
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Top 10 affordable luxury hotels in Hanoi under €100
Hanoi hotels in the Old Quarter
MAY DE VILLE Lakeside Hotel
Location: 43 Gia Ngu Street, Hanoi
Price range: From €60 – €80
Room type: 120 rooms and suites across 12 floors, and other city/lake-view categories
Special amenities: Rooftop pool, sunset bar, restaurant, spa, fitness centre
Staying at May De Ville Lakeside Hotel feels like you are sitting right in the beating heart of Hanoi, but with a comfortable place to hide when you get tired. Positioned just a two-minute walk from Hoan Kiem Lake, this affordable hotel in Hanoi is perfect for travelers who want to drop their bags and immediately start exploring.
Despite being in such a busy area, the hotel offers a wonderful escape at the top of the building. After spending five hours walking around the hot, crowded streets, coming back to their rooftop pool is amazing. You can swim in cool water while looking down at the red roofs of the old city. It is a fantastic starting point for first-time visitors who want everything nearby.
La Siesta Premium Hang Be
Location: 27A Hang Be Street, Hanoi
Price range: From €100
Room type: Approximately 50 rooms and suites, including twin/double rooms, suites, and family room options
Special amenities: Rooftop bar, restaurant, spa and wellness centre
La Siesta Premium Hang Be offers a classic, elegant feeling that makes you feel a little bit like royalty. The dark wooden furniture and warm, soft lights create a romantic mood. The real highlight of this boutique hotel in Hanoi is the Lighthouse Sky Bar. Because Hang Be street has a long history connected to the nearby river, the bar is designed to look like a boat and a lighthouse. Sitting on the 11th floor with a cold cocktail, watching the sun go down over the chaotic city below, makes you feel like you have found a secret paradise.
Hang Be street is famous for its fresh food market. Wake up at 6:30 AM and walk outside to see local grandmothers buying fresh vegetables, live fish, and bright tropical flowers for the day.
La Mejor Indochine
Location: 58-60-62 Dao Duy Tu Street, Hanoi
Price range: From €90
Room type: Around 46 rooms, including deluxe-style rooms, suites, family/interconnecting options
Special amenities: Outdoor swimming pool, jacuzzi pool, spa, fitness center, restaurant, sky bar
If you love beautiful interior design, La Mejor Indochine will make you very happy. This hotel uses the “Indochine” style, which is a beautiful mix of old French romance and traditional Vietnamese art.
The location is completely perfect for travelers who love nightlife and often look for the best hotels in Hanoi near the action. It is located very close to Ta Hien street (famous for cold, cheap local beer) and the vibrant Hanoi Night Market. You might think that being so close to the nightlife would make the hotel noisy, but La Mejor is very quiet with excellent soundproof windows. You can spend the evening drinking beer on small plastic chairs on the street, having fun with locals, and then walk two minutes back to your room.
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Hotels near Hoan Kiem Lake & Hanoi’s French Quarters
La Passion Premium Cau Go
Location: 7 Cau Go Street, Hanoi
Price range: From €90
Room type: Small boutique property with room types including superior, deluxe, suite and presidential suite
Special amenities: Rooftop bar, restaurant, spa
This is a very small, private hotel with only 13 rooms. Because it is so small, the service feels very personal, like you are staying in the home of a rich friend in Hanoi.
The design here is different from the old, classic hotels in Hanoi. It is modern, clean, and uses a minimalist style. The rooms use warm colors and have very clever lighting that makes the space feel big and relaxing. Many travelers love this hotel because it is so easy to find your way back.
Located on Cau Go street, you are just steps away from the famous Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre. You can buy tickets for the evening show. It is a traditional Vietnamese art form that is very fun and colorful to watch, even if you do not understand the language.
La Siesta Premium Lakeside
Location: 4-6 Ba Trieu Street, Hanoi
Price range: From €80
Room type: 52 rooms with categories such as: Superior, Deluxe, Executive, Triple/Connecting Rooms
Special amenities: Rooftop swimming pool, fitness center, restaurant, bar, guided tour service, meeting rooms
This is a flagship five-star boutique property, and you can feel the quality from the moment the doorman takes your luggage. The location is unbeatable because it sits right on the edge where the busy Old Quarter meets the elegant, quiet French Quarter.
Staying at La Siesta Premium Lakeside gives you a fantastic feeling. If you have a room with a view of the lake, you can pull back your curtains in the morning and watch the local people exercising, doing Tai Chi, and jogging around the water. It is a very peaceful way to start your day.
Anatole Hotel Hanoi
Location: 26-28-30 Nha Chung Street, Hanoi
Price range: From €90
Special amenities: rooftop bar, restaurant, lobby bar, rooftop swimming pool, gym, wellness retreat, sauna/steam room, meeting and event space.
Anatole Hotel is located on Nha Chung street, which is one of the most charming and romantic streets in all of Hanoi. It is a wide street lined with big green trees, and it leads directly to the beautiful St. Joseph’s Cathedral.
The rooms are designed very smartly to give you as much space as possible, with very comfortable beds and modern bathrooms. The best feature is definitely the infinity rooftop swimming pool. Swimming in the pool while looking at the Cathedral is an experience you will not forget.
Nha Chung street is famous for “Trà Chanh” (Vietnamese iced lemon tea). In the evening, sit on a tiny plastic chair on the sidewalk, drink sweet lemon tea, eat sunflower seeds, and watch the young people of Hanoi hang out near the church.
The Chi Boutique Hotel
Location: 13-15 Nha Chung Street, Hanoi
Price range: From €60
Special amenities: Restaurant, rooftop bar, meeting room
Also located on the lovely Nha Chung street, The Chi Boutique Hotel is a fantastic mid-range option that feels much more expensive than it is. It is a cozy, four-star boutique property that feels very welcoming when you are trying to figure out where to stay in Hanoi on a budget.
The hotel also has an excellent Asian dining restaurant inside, so if you are too tired to go out for dinner, you can enjoy high-quality dim sum and Vietnamese food without leaving the building.
Just around the corner is Au Trieu street, famous for “Nem Chua Rán” (fried fermented pork rolls). It is a very popular local snack that you must try, especially when dipped in spicy chili sauce!
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
Location: 35 Hang Trong Street, Hanoi
Price range: From €70
Special amenities: La Nuit Dining, Le Ciel Sky Bar, Lobby Lounge, La Maison Spa
Located on Hang Trong street, this hotel is for travelers who want to feel a sense of history and romance. The street itself is famous for traditional Vietnamese painting and art galleries.
When you enter L’HÔTEL du LAC, you are surrounded by the beautiful “Indochine” aesthetic. Every detail, from the wooden floors to the beautiful lamps, has been chosen with care. It is a very romantic hotel, making it perfect for couples on a honeymoon or an anniversary trip. After a long day, visiting their “La Maison Spa” for a traditional Vietnamese foot massage will make you feel completely brand new. Then, you can head up to the Sky Bar for a drink under the stars.
Local Tip: Hang Trong street is famous for its art galleries. Take a slow walk down the street and look at the traditional lacquer paintings and silk art. They make amazing, high-quality souvenirs to take back home.
Silk Path Boutique Hanoi
Location: 21 Hang Khau Street
Price range: From €60
Special amenities: Rooftop bar with lake views, La Cour Restaurant
If you want to be as close to the lake as possible, this is the place. Silk Path Boutique is located directly across the street from the bottom edge of Hoan Kiem Lake. Because it only has 33 rooms, it feels very exclusive and private.
The hotel uses a very classic, French-inspired design. The rooms are beautiful and cozy. But the best part of staying here happens on the weekend. From Friday evening to Sunday night, the street in front of the hotel (and all around the lake) is closed to cars and motorbikes. It becomes a massive “Walking Street.” You can step out of the hotel lobby and immediately join families, children playing traditional games, live musicians, and dancers. The atmosphere is completely magical, and you are sleeping right in the middle of it.
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Hotels in West Lake Hanoi
Fraser Suites Hanoi
Location: 51 Xuan Dieu Street
Price range: From €80
Room type: 280 fully furnished serviced residences
Special amenities: Fully equipped kitchens, washer/dryer in many apartments, daily housekeeping, business lounge, 24/7 gym, childcare/babysitting services, swimming pool and bar
If you are staying in Hanoi for more than three days, or if you are traveling with young children, the Old Quarter can feel a bit too intense. That is when you should stay in West Lake.
Fraser Suites is a luxury serviced apartment building. You have your own kitchen to prepare food, a washing machine to clean your clothes, and a very large living room. The neighborhood of Tay Ho is where many expats stay. You can walk around the massive West Lake, stop at cute Western-style cafes for a cappuccino, and enjoy a very slow, relaxing pace of life.
Smart tips: How to get the best hotel room in Hanoi
If you want to make sure your €100 goes as far as possible, remember these easy tips before you book:
- Check the window situation: Because of the “Tube Houses” mentioned earlier, the cheapest rooms in an affordable hotel in Hanoi might not have a real window to the outside. They might have a window facing an inside hallway. If you need natural sunlight, always pay a little extra for a “City View” or “Balcony” room.
- Travel in the shoulder season: From September to April, hotels in Hanoi are very busy, and prices go up. If you travel from May to August, you can stay in a €150 premium room for a better price!
Planning your stay in Hanoi?
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FAQS
1. Can I find good hotels in Hanoi under €100 per night?
Yes, Hanoi has many good boutique hotels and serviced residences under €100 per night, especially around the Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, and West Lake. Prices vary depending on the season, room type, and how early you book.
2. Is Hanoi Old Quarter noisy at night?
Yes, some parts of the Old Quarter can be noisy, especially near busy streets, bars, night markets, and nightlife areas. If you are a light sleeper, look for hotels with soundproof rooms or choose areas near Hoan Kiem Lake, the French Quarter, or West Lake.
3. How many nights should I stay in Hanoi?
Most travellers should spend at least 3 to 4 nights in Hanoi. This gives enough time to explore the Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, local food, museums, cafés, and possibly take a day trip nearby.
4. Is Hanoi walkable for tourists?
Yes, central Hanoi is very walkable, especially around Hoan Kiem Lake, the Old Quarter, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, and the French Quarter. However, traffic can be busy, so pedestrians should cross roads carefully and expect motorbikes everywhere.
