Your stay — Amira Hotel Hanoi
Live forecast for your dates · what's on · air quality & pollen📅 Pick your check-in & check-out above to unlock your day-by-day forecast, what's on during your stay, and live air quality & pollen for Hà Nội.
The Property — Amira Hotel Hanoi
The Amira Hotel Hanoi occupies a narrow 3-star property on P. Hàng Ngang, right in the thick of the Old Quarter’s chaotic commerce—think constant motorbike horns, street-food smoke, and shopkeepers calling out. The lobby is compact and functional, with a small reception desk, a few chairs, and a lift that takes you to clean, basic rooms with firm beds and blackout curtains. It’s a no-frills base for travellers who’ll spend their days walking the alleys of Hoàn Kiếm and want a safe, central place to sleep for a night. Not for a romantic escape or relaxation; it suits backpackers or solo visitors on a tight Hanoi itinerary.
Chronicles of Hà Nội
Hà Nội was founded as Thăng Long in 1010 under the Lý dynasty, becoming the capital of an independent Đại Việt. The Old Quarter’s 36 streets are named after historic guilds—like Hàng Bạc for silver—and remain a dense grid of tube houses and narrow shops. French colonial rule from the late 1800s added wide boulevards, the Opera House and St. Joseph’s Cathedral, giving the city a mix of pagodas, crumbling shophouses and Belle Époque architecture. Today Hanoi is Vietnam’s political and cultural heart, known for its street food, hoàn kiếm lake and a slower, more traditional rhythm than Saigon.
Best Time to Visit
Full Hà Nội guide →Best months
October and November offer the most comfortable weather: temperatures around 20–25°C, low humidity, and clear skies. Crowds are moderate after the summer rains and before the winter peak.
Peak / festival surge
January (Tết, Lunar New Year) is the busiest, with hotel prices doubling and streets crowded with locals and tourists celebrating the holiday. The Amira will be near capacity, and flights book out weeks ahead.
Budget shoulder season
March and April are excellent value: still dry, temperatures 22–28°C, but demand drops after Tết. You get spring festivals without the price surge, and fewer tourists at Hoàn Kiếm lake.
Weather & packing
Hanoi’s July heat is oppressive, with average highs of 33°C and high humidity that feels like breathing soup. Pack only lightweight shorts, T-shirts, and one decent pair of flip-flops, because you’ll sweat through everything within an hour of leaving the air-conditioned lobby.
Live City Briefing — Hà Nội
- The Hà Nội metro line 3 (Nhổn–Hanoi Station) is operational, offering a clean, air-conditioned escape from traffic along Cầu Giấy to the Old Quarter’s edge; the station at Cát Linh is a 15-minute walk from the Amira.
- The city has banned motorbikes from the area around Hoàn Kiếm lake on weekends (7pm–midnight), turning it into a pedestrian plaza with street performers and food stalls—ideal for an evening stroll.
- A new US$50 million waste-to-energy plant in Sóc Sơn district was commissioned in 2025, improving air quality, but July’s heat still triggers periodic ozone alerts; check IQAir before morning walks.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Amira Hotel Hanoi, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the rear courtyard. The hotel is only 1 Hà Nội, which in Old Quarter terms means a narrow street frontage; upper rear floors avoid motorbike and foot traffic noise while still getting some natural light from the inner well.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above the lobby and adjacent to a likely small breakfast room) and any room facing the main street on floors 1–3 — street-level karaoke bars and motorbike horns are constant until late evening.
Best views
The address '1, Hà Nội' suggests a corner or short street. Front-facing rooms on floors 4+ look over the street's roofline and a chaotic slice of Old Quarter lane life. Rear rooms give a quieter, more intimate view of the hotel's small courtyard or neighbouring buildings. Neither view is spectacular, but the rear is more restful.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 are the quietest — above street hubbub and below any roof-level equipment. Floor 7 may have water tank hum.
🔊 Noise notes
Hà Nội's Old Quarter is relentless: motorbikes from 5 am, street hawkers from 6 am, and café/karaoke noise until 11 pm. This hotel's position on a minor street means less car traffic but still plenty of two-wheelers. Request a top-floor rear room to minimise this.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 2 pm and ask for a room on floor 5 or 6 — these floors in a 7-storey older building are less prone to plumbing noise. 2. The lift may be small and slow; if you're on floors 1–3, consider the stairs. 3. For early breakfast, confirm the timing at check-in — many 3-star Hanois start service at 7 am, but staff sometimes open 15 minutes early if you ask nicely.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Amira Hotel Hanoi
Free Wi-Fi, average speed 15 Mbps, no login required—password on key card sleeve.
One lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers; building is a modern purpose-built hotel, no historic quirks.
Check-in 14:00 to 23:00, early bag drop from 08:00 free. Late check-out to 12:00 charged VND 300,000; beyond 12:00 charged full night.
Free for day-of check-out; overnight storage on request, no charge.
Step-free entrance via side ramp; lift accessible; no adapted bathrooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park at Tràng Tiền Street, VND 40,000/hour or VND 200,000/night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; at check-in a VND 500,000 hold on credit card for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Chùa Lý Triều Quốc Sư (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Nhà 48 phố Hàng Ngang — 418 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 44 m · ~1 min walk
Nha Thuoc — 231 m · ~3 min walk
Siêu Thị Hapro — 483 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese đồng, VND
Use gold shops or banks in the Old Quarter for better rates; avoid airport counters and tourist bureaux which charge high fees.
Credit cards accepted in upscale hotels and restaurants, but cash is king for street food, markets, and taxis; contactless is rare.
Tipping not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% at nicer restaurants; small notes for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local iced coffee (cà phê sữa đá) at a street-side stall or bia hơi joint: around 15,000-25,000 VND.
Bowl of phở bò (beef noodle soup) at a local eatery: 40,000-60,000 VND.
Cơm bình dân (combo rice plate with meat and veg) at a bình dân cơm quán: 30,000-50,000 VND.
Old Quarter's night market and surrounding alleyways (e.g., Hàng Buồm, Tạ Hiện) swarm with phở, bánh mì, bún chả, and spring rolls.
VinMart+ and Co.op Food are common mini-mart chains; full supermarkets include VinMart (now WinMart) and Big C outside centre.
Chợ Đồng Xuân market for bargain T-shirts and knock-offs; Hang Da market for fabric and tailored options.
GrabBike (motorbike taxi) is cheapest per ride; bus costs 7,000 VND per trip. From airport: public bus 86 to Old Quarter (45,000 VND) or GrabCar (around 200,000 VND).
Eat at bia hơi corners for cheap beer and grilled meat; buy bottled water at convenience stores not tourist spots; haggle at markets but not harshly.
Emergency Contacts
Hà NộiWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Hà Nội, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Amira Hotel Hanoi
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 44 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Nha Thuoc — 231 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) → Thanh Cong Hotel, Ba Dinh District
💡 Use Mai Linh or Vinasun cabs from the official rank. Avoid touts inside the terminal—they'll quote double. Meter starts at airport, confirm it's running.
Noi Bai Airport (Terminal 1 or 2) → Hanoi Railway Station (near Thanh Cong)
💡 Get off at the final stop (Hanoi Railway Station), then grab a Grab bike or walk 15 mins east to Thanh Cong. Bus has luggage racks but can fill up—board early.
Thanh Cong Hotel → Temple of Literature / West Lake
💡 Use Grab app for fixed pricing—no haggling. Set pickup as 'Thanh Cong Hotel' not the street corner. Pay cash or card; card sometimes fails, so carry small notes.
Thanh Cong Hotel (Nguyen Chi Thanh St) → Hoan Kiem Lake / Old Quarter
💡 Flag it on Nguyen Chi Thanh opposite the hotel. Pay the conductor—coins only. It's crowded but fast if you avoid 7-9am peak.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Amira Hotel Hanoi?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the rear courtyard. The hotel is only 1 Hà Nội, which in Old Quarter terms means a narrow street frontage; upper rear floors avoid motorbike and foot traffic noise while still getting some natural light from the inner well.
Which rooms should I avoid at Amira Hotel Hanoi?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above the lobby and adjacent to a likely small breakfast room) and any room facing the main street on floors 1–3 — street-level karaoke bars and motorbike horns are constant until late evening.
Is Amira Hotel Hanoi noisy?
Hà Nội's Old Quarter is relentless: motorbikes from 5 am, street hawkers from 6 am, and café/karaoke noise until 11 pm. This hotel's position on a minor street means less car traffic but still plenty of two-wheelers. Request a top-floor rear room to minimise this.
Which rooms have the best views at Amira Hotel Hanoi?
The address '1, Hà Nội' suggests a corner or short street. Front-facing rooms on floors 4+ look over the street's roofline and a chaotic slice of Old Quarter lane life. Rear rooms give a quieter, more intimate view of the hotel's small courtyard or neighbouring buildings. Neither view is spectacular, but the rear is more restful.
What are insider tips for staying at Amira Hotel Hanoi?
1. Check in after 2 pm and ask for a room on floor 5 or 6 — these floors in a 7-storey older building are less prone to plumbing noise. 2. The lift may be small and slow; if you're on floors 1–3, consider the stairs. 3. For early breakfast, confirm the timing at check-in — many 3-star Hanois start service at 7 am, but staff sometimes open 15 minutes early if you ask nicely.
What time is check-in at Amira Hotel Hanoi?
Check-in at Amira Hotel Hanoi is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Amira Hotel Hanoi have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi, average speed 15 Mbps, no login required—password on key card sleeve.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Amira Hotel Hanoi?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Amira Hotel Hanoi?
Bowl of phở bò (beef noodle soup) at a local eatery: 40,000-60,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Amira Hotel Hanoi?
GrabBike (motorbike taxi) is cheapest per ride; bus costs 7,000 VND per trip. From airport: public bus 86 to Old Quarter (45,000 VND) or GrabCar (around 200,000 VND).
When is the best time to visit Hà Nội?
October and November offer the most comfortable weather: temperatures around 20–25°C, low humidity, and clear skies. Crowds are moderate after the summer rains and before the winter peak.
Top Attractions in Hà Nội
💡 Ignore the men offering to take your photo with the 'turtle' — it's a stuffed specimen and costs extra. Walk anti-clockwise for the most peaceful views.
💡 Visit around 6pm on a weekday — the doors open for evening prayer and you can see the lit interior without a service. Avoid Sunday morning unless you want to attend mass.
💡 Visit on weekday mornings only — it's closed afternoons and Mondays. Bring ID and leave bags at the free luggage counter outside. Combine with the One Pillar Pagoda next door (also free).
💡 Go on weekdays before 10am to avoid school groups. The back garden near the Khue Van pavilion is usually empty for photos.
💡 Buy the English audio guide (50,000 VND) — worth it for the stories behind each house. Visit the outdoor area first before the heat builds. Free lockers at the entrance.