Hanoi Backpacker Quarter Travel Guide

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Hanoi Backpacker Quarter
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Popular places to visit

Bach Ma Temple

Bach Ma Temple

You can learn about the history of Hanoi with a stop at Bach Ma Temple. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Bach Ma Temple
Ancient House

Ancient House

You can browse the exhibits at Ancient House, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Hanoi. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

Ancient House
Hoan Kiem Lake featuring a lake or waterhole, a monument and heritage architecture

Hoan Kiem Lake

4.5/5(160 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Hoan Kiem Lake, a popular spot to commune with nature in Hanoi. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.

Hoan Kiem Lake
St. Joseph Cathedral showing heritage architecture, markets and heritage elements

St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi

4/5(117 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Hanoi with a stop at St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
Tran Quoc Pagoda

West Lake

5/5(4 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at West Lake during your travels in Hanoi. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.

West Lake
Hanoi Opera House which includes heritage architecture and theatre scenes

Hanoi Opera House

4.5/5(79 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Hanoi Opera House, a popular theatre in Hanoi. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Hanoi Opera House

Top hotels in Hanoi Backpacker Quarter

Matilda Boutique and Spa Hotel
Matilda Boutique and Spa Hotel
4 out of 5
73 Ma May, Hang Buom, Hanoi, Ha Noi
The price is 780.423 ₫ per night from 16 May to 17 May
780.423 ₫
885.000 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (294 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Friendly staff, overall very happy"

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025

Matilda Boutique and Spa Hotel
Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
4 out of 5
95 Hang Bong Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
The price is 1.327.160 ₫ per night from 18 May to 19 May
1.327.160 ₫
1.505.000 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,264 reviews)
"Great hotel friendly staff"

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2025

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
2 Hoi Vu Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Hanoi
The price is 1.064.815 ₫ per night from 12 May to 13 May
1.064.815 ₫
1.207.500 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the WiFi in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,600 reviews)
"Very helpful in organising bus for us to Sa Pa for next morning. They rushed to get us some early breakfast before 6:30am, which was greatly appreciated. Very nice, clean and perfect location (right inside the old quarter). We can reach anywhere by walking. Staffs are friendly and helpful whenever ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
4 out of 5
35 - 37 Hang Trong, Hoàn Kiem, Hanoi, vietnam
The price is 1.737.331 ₫ per night from 26 May to 27 May
1.737.331 ₫
2.057.000 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,030 reviews)
"This is a charming boutique hotel in the heart of the old quarter. With the most friendly accommodating staff."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
5 out of 5
33 Duong Thanh, Hanoi
The price is 3.097.496 ₫ per night from 19 May to 20 May
3.097.496 ₫
3.512.561 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (766 reviews)
Just falling short of ‘luxury’
"This is a really nice hotel. It’s in a great location in the Old Town - a totally chaotic location, but in all the right ways. Unfortunately we were disappointed with our Luxury Suite. It was on one of the first floors and looked out onto a concrete wall. There is no way this can be considered luxury. ..."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Lotte Hotel Hanoi
Lotte Hotel Hanoi
5 out of 5
No. 54, Lieu Giai St. Cong Vi Ward., Ba Dinh, Hanoi
The price is 2.875.000 ₫ per night from 9 May to 10 May
2.875.000 ₫
3.260.250 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and nice views of the city. Friendly staff and great service. Would come stay here again."

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Hanoi Backpacker Quarter

Hoan Kiem which includes outdoor eating and markets

Hang Bac

While visiting Hang Bac, you might make a stop by sights like Hoan Kiem Lake and The Old Quarter Gallery.

Hang Bac
Hoan Kiem which includes outdoor eating and markets

Hang Dao

While visiting Hang Dao, you might make a stop by sights like Hanoi Old Town Night Market and Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square.

Hang Dao
Hanoi featuring street scenes

Old Quarter

Old Quarter is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street.

Old Quarter
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Hàng Bồ

While there might not be top attractions in Hàng Bồ, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market.

Hàng Bồ
St. Joseph Cathedral showing a city, religious elements and a church or cathedral

Hang Trong

If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi are top sights worth seeing.

Hang Trong
Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and street scenes

Hoan Kiem

4.5/5(549 area reviews)

Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Hoan Kiem

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