Apricot Hotel

The hotel overlooks the lake, which is surrounded by some of the best upscale shopping the city has to offer. Walk around the lake to see sights like the mythological Turtle Tower, names for the giant turtle that still lives in the lake’s murky waters. There’s also the Ngoc Son Temple, an old temple near the edge of the lake that visitors can reach on a footbridge. Go a short distance west of the lake to find the striking Temple of Literature, which has ornate architecture and beautifully kept grounds. Not too far from here, you’ll find the iconic Communist site of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum.

The hotel lobby comes with upscale furnishings, including an enormous chandelier and a grand piano. Apricot Hotel is a short walk from some of Hanoi’s best-reviewed restaurants. You also have two options at the hotel: L’Artiste and Palette Restaurant. L’Artiste has an international menu and an open kitchen where you can watch the chefs at work, while Palette offers Southeast Asian fare. Guests can also sip tea and coffee in the hotel’s gleaming Atelier Lounge.

Each room has original artwork that stands out from the fresh, white interiors. All of the rooms have air conditioning and Wi-Fi. You can flip through channels on the cable TV. Grab a drink from the minibar, which is kept cool in the room’s mini-fridge. Rooms come with private bathrooms. Dry cleaning and laundry service is available.

Check out the view from the rooftop swimming pool and the panoramic fitness center. There’s also a rooftop bar and a stage for the hotel’s regular music performances. For a little pampering, pick a treatment from the lengthy menu at the spa.

For events or business presentations, the hotel provides several spaces for you to reserve. There’s a meeting room as well as a ballroom. The ballroom can also be configured for larger presentations and seminars.