Hanoi Babylon Garden Hotel & Spa

It’s a short walk from here to the Hoan Kiem Lake, one of the most scenic spots to take a walk and experience the pace of everyday life in the city. Near the shore of the lake, you can find attractions like the water puppet theater and the night market. There are bikes available for rent to make it easy to see the entire lake. City tours take you farther afield to see some of Hanoi’s fascinating temples, many of which have their roots in ancient Vietnam. This includes the nearby Ngoc Son Temple, where you can learn more about the legendary turtle that used to live in the lake.

Rooms are homey and air-conditioned, with wooden floors and pops of bright color. There are floor-to-ceiling sliding doors that lead to sunny terraces. All of the rooms have direct dial telephones and conveniences like a minibar. You’ll find desks with reading lamps, and a sitting room complete with a coffee table and an armchair. All of the rooms come with daily housekeeping. There are LCD flat-screen TVs and high-speed Wi-Fi. Private bathrooms have hair dryers and amenities like a makeup mirror. If you want, you can store your belongings in the electronic safety deposit box.

There’s a breakfast buffet included in your stay. Your stay begins with a welcome drink, and complimentary tea and coffee comes with your room. The restaurant serves a combination of Vietnamese and Western dishes, so there’s something for everyone. And in the evening, get the night started on the right foot with an international cocktail at the sophisticated bar.

Don’t worry about skipping self-care while you’re here – there are easy options if you need a bit of you-time. The fitness room has everything you need for a good workout. In the spa, you can choose from a menu of massages, skin wraps, scrubs, waxing treatments, and a selection of foot and hand care rituals.