Imperial Hotel Huế is one of the best-known upscale hotels in the city, and it has been a familiar address for visitors and business travellers for many years. It stands on the south bank of the Perfume River, in the modern part of town where most of the hotels, restaurants and cafes are found, and it is within easy reach of the river, the Truong Tien Bridge and the lively streets around the walking street. The hotel is a large, full-service property, and it appeals to travellers who like having a pool, several places to eat and a front desk that can arrange tours, cars and transfers. It is a sensible base for a first visit, because the Imperial City is a short taxi ride across the river and most evening activities are close by.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in the central south bank area, a short drive from the citadel across the river and an easy walk or ride from the main restaurant streets. Taxis and ride-hailing cars are cheap and plentiful, and the front desk can arrange a driver for the royal tombs and a day trip to the Hai Van Pass or the DMZ.
Huế railway station is a short ride away, and Phu Bai airport is roughly half an hour by road. Check with the hotel about airport transfers, which are usually offered for a fee.
The rooms and the facilities
Expect air-conditioned rooms in a range of categories, a restaurant serving Vietnamese and international dishes, a bar and a pool where you can cool off after a hot day of sightseeing. Larger hotels of this type usually also offer a spa or massage service, a fitness room, a tour desk and free Wi-Fi, but facilities and room categories can change, so check the current details for the rate you book. Rooms with a river or city view are worth requesting when you reserve, and higher floors tend to be quieter.
What to know
Check whether breakfast is included in your rate, as this varies between offers. Ask about check-in and check-out times, early arrival and late departure options and the policy on children and extra beds if you travel with family. Central Vietnam's flood season runs roughly from September to December, so choose a rate with free cancellation when you can, and ask the hotel how it handles heavy rain and flooding. Book early for Tet and the peak months, and request a quiet room if you are a light sleeper.
Who it suits
First-time visitors who want a reliable, central base, business travellers and families who value a pool and a range of dining options. If you prefer a quiet, heritage atmosphere, consider the riverside boulevard hotels, and if you want greenery and silence, the resorts in the hills near the tombs are a better fit.
Why stay here
- ✓Swimming pool
- ✓Restaurant and bar
- ✓Spa and massage services
- ✓Fitness room
- ✓Tour desk
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Airport transfer on request
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
Good questions
Is Imperial Hotel Huế close to the Imperial City?+
It is on the south bank of the river, a short taxi or ride-hailing trip from the citadel. The walking-street area is also nearby.
Is breakfast included?+
It depends on your rate, so check the details of the offer you choose before booking.
Is it a good choice for families?+
Its pool and range of dining options suit many families. Confirm extra bed and child policies with the hotel when you book.
