The Lotte Hotel Hanoi occupies the upper floors of the Lotte Center, one of the tallest buildings in the city, on Lieu Giai Street in the Ba Dinh district. The location is a little west of the Old Quarter, in a modern business and shopping area, but the compensation is views: from the higher floors the Hanoi skyline, the lakes and the Red River spread out below. The hotel is large and polished, with a lobby high in the tower, a good number of restaurants and bars, a heated indoor pool and a spa. Rooms are spacious and comfortable, with floor-to-ceiling windows, and the executive floors offer a quieter lounge. Because the Lotte Center also houses a shopping mall, supermarket, food hall and the Sky Lotte observation deck, there is plenty to do without leaving the building. The hotel suits business travellers, families and visitors who want a modern, comfortable base with plenty of facilities, and who are happy to use a taxi or a ride-hailing app to reach the historic sights.
Location and getting around
The tower stands on Lieu Giai Street in Ba Dinh district, around fifteen minutes by car from the Old Quarter and a little closer to the Mausoleum and Temple of Literature. The area is busy and modern rather than historic, with offices, apartment blocks and shopping. A taxi or ride-hailing car is the easiest way to reach the lake and the Old Quarter. Noi Bai airport is roughly forty-five minutes away.
The rooms
Rooms are on the higher floors of the tower, and many have panoramic city views. Standard rooms are comfortable and well equipped, while executive rooms and suites add lounge access and extra space. Bathrooms are modern with separate showers and baths, and beds are large and well made.
Facilities
The hotel has an indoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and a spa, along with a range of restaurants and bars, including high-floor venues with skyline views. The mall below offers shops, a supermarket and many casual restaurants. The Sky Lotte observation deck in the same building is a convenient add-on, especially at sunset. Opening hours change, so check them when you book.
Who it suits
Business travellers, families who like a pool and plenty of dining options, and visitors who want views and modern comforts. It is less atmospheric than the French Quarter hotels but offers a different perspective on Hanoi.
Good to know
Breakfast is often charged separately, so check your rate. Lift waits can be longer at peak times in a tower, so allow extra time before tours. Request a high floor and a view direction when you book, as the outlook varies a good deal between sides of the building.
Why stay here
- ✓Skyline views
- ✓Indoor swimming pool
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Spa
- ✓Restaurants and bars
- ✓Shopping mall in the building
- ✓Observation deck in the building
- ✓Business facilities
Good questions
Where is the Lotte Hotel Hanoi?+
In the Lotte Center tower on Lieu Giai Street in Ba Dinh district, west of the Old Quarter.
Is the observation deck in the same building?+
Yes, the Sky Lotte observation deck is part of the Lotte Center.
How far is it from the Old Quarter?+
Around fifteen minutes by car, depending on traffic.
