La Dolce Vita hotel in Hanoi, Vietnam

It takes just 10 minutes to walk from here to the Hoan Kiem Lake, where you can see important historic sites like Ngoc Son Temple and the famous Turtle Tower. The temple is dedicated to the memory of the giant, legendary turtles that have lived in the lake. While you’re here, you’ll also want to check out as many of the popular local restaurants as possible, something made convenient with a mouthwatering food tour. Travelers to Hanoi often also arrange day trips to destinations like Halong Bay and Ban Gioc Waterfall.

The dining room has a retro style, with table linen and cloth napkins. Thy serve Asian cuisine and their own takes on international classics. The breakfast buffet is included in your stay. If you’d like a drink, the bar and lounge serve Western-style cocktails. There’s more communal space in the meeting room, in case you’re planning a business event while you’re here.

There’s a convenient on-site gym and fitness center, as well as bikes to rent if you’d like to pedal through some of the interesting urban landscapes. It’s possible to arrange for a massage while you’re here, and relax as the hotel staff takes care of your laundry and dry cleaning needs.

The air-conditioned rooms are nicely appointed, with wood floors and sturdy furniture. All of the rooms come with safety deposit boxes. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and the rooms have satellite TV and international telephones. Each room has a private bathroom stocked with a hairdryer. You can also fix yourself a drink – help yourself to the minibar or the electric kettle.