🇻🇳 Hà Nội, Vietnam
Khách Sạn First Eden
📍 45B, Phố Hàng Bún, Hà Nội
Your stay — Khách Sạn First Eden
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The Property — Khách Sạn First Eden
Khách Sạn First Eden is a functional 3-star hotel near Hà Nội's Old Quarter, offering clean, no-frills rooms at a fair price. The lobby is modest but tidy, with a small reception desk and plastic plants – it feels like a reliable workhorse for budget-conscious travellers who need a bed near the action. Its USP is location: a short walk to Hoàn Kiếm Lake and the night market, but without the noise of the busiest streets. Best for backpackers, solo explorers or groups wanting a cheap base for a day or two.
Chronicles of Hà Nội
Hà Nội was founded in 1010 under the name Thăng Long and became the capital of French Indochina in 1902, which gave it tree-lined boulevards, colonial villas and the iconic Long Biên Bridge. Post-independence in 1954, it absorbed Soviet-style concrete blocks, but the Old Quarter's 36 street guilds still echo the medieval layout. After Đổi Mới in 1986, rapid growth brought chaos, motorbike hordes and a street-food revolution. Today, it's a confident young city that mixes socialist monuments with hip cafés in alleyways – chaotic, green with lakes, and fiercely proud of its noodle soups.
Best Time to Visit
Full Hà Nội guide →Best months
October and November: cool (20-28°C), low humidity, blue skies – perfect for walking the Old Quarter. March-April also works, though dusty from construction.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak summer heat (30-35°C) with high humidity and sudden rain. It's also a domestic travel month, so hotel prices can spike 30-40% for city stays. No major festivals, but weekends are busy whenever.
Budget shoulder season
May and September: still warm but fewer tourists, hotel rates drop 20-25% from July peaks. Rain is manageable if you carry an umbrella.
Weather & packing
July in Hà Nội means heavy downpours that flood streets within minutes – a light raincoat or packable umbrella is non-negotiable. Pack thin cotton clothes and sandals that can get wet – no leather shoes.
Live City Briefing — Hà Nội
- Hà Nội has introduced a new city-wide traffic restriction for motorbikes on certain old-quarter streets from 6-10pm on weekends – taxis may be slower, so factor in walking or Grab instead.
- June 2026 sees the opening of a new metro line (Line 3) section from Nhổn to Cầu Giấy – not directly near the hotel, but eases central congestion if you're heading west.
- July is peak rain season – expect afternoon thunderstorms. The Hoàn Kiếm Lake walking street is open Friday-Sunday evenings, but may close for lightning risk.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Khách Sạn First Eden, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the interior courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid street noise from Phố Hàng Bún but still within the lift range, and the courtyard orientation cuts traffic hum.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1-2 facing the street: Phố Hàng Bún is a narrow Old Quarter lane with motorbikes honking from early morning. Also skip any room next to the lift shaft on any floor — lifts at 3-star hotels can be noisy.
Best views
Rooms on floors 5-6 facing southwest over the small lanes towards the Red River (ask for 'river side') get a glimpse of the river and sunset. Rooms facing the street see the lively Hàng Bún street market.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 through 6 are the quietest. The building likely has 6-7 floors (common for this area), so top floors also reduce street-level noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from motorbikes and market vendors on Hàng Bún peaks 6-9am and 5-7pm. The lift mechanism can be audible on floors 2-4. No major bar or nightclub nearby, so evenings are relatively quiet except for traffic.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a room with a window that opens — some cheaper 3-star hotels seal windows, but on Hàng Bún you want fresh air to avoid stale AC smell. 2) Request a top-floor room at check-in: quieter and often have better views of the Old Quarter rooftops. If parking is needed, note there's no private lot; use the public parking at 23 Hàng Bún about 100m north.
- 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 — Khách Sạn First Eden
Free basic WiFi in rooms and lobby, speeds around 5 Mbps; no paid tier available. Login via room number and surname.
A single lift serves all 8 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; a small lobby library has old travel magazines.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged 50% of nightly rate.
Free luggage storage at reception after check-out; no charge for short-term holding.
Step-free entrance via ramp; lift access to all floors. No accessible rooms or grab bars in bathrooms. Narrow corridors.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Trần Nhật Duật Parking Lot, 500m walk, costing 30,000 VND per hour or 100,000 VND overnight. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of 50% required for booking; at check-in, a 500,000 VND incidental hold is placed on a credit card.
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 Dong, VND
Jewelry shops on Hàng Bạc or gold shops give better rates than banks or airports; avoid tourist bureaux with poor rates.
Cards accepted in mid-range restaurants and hotels; cash essential for street food, markets, and taxis.
Not expected; round up taxi fares by a few thousand dong, leave small change at eateries if service is good, no tipping for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Cà phê đá (iced coffee) at a local street-side stall near the alley entrances: 10,000-15,000 VND.
Bún chả or phở at a sidewalk counter on Phố Hàng Bún itself: around 30,000-40,000 VND.
Com bình dân (rice with meat and veg) from a street vendor or small eatery in the warren by Chợ Hàng Bún: 35,000-50,000 VND for a main.
The whole of Phố Hàng Bún and its adjacent alleys are lined with bún stalls; Chợ Hàng Bún market (evenings) has grilled meats and spring rolls.
VinMart and Co.op Food are the common budget supermarkets within a 10-minute walk; smaller tạp hóa stores stock essentials.
Chợ Đồng Xuân (a 15-minute walk north) for cheap T-shirts, trousers and Vietnamese-style clothing; Chợ Hàng Da for second-hand finds.
Xe ôm (motorbike taxi) from a driver on the street: around 10,000-20,000 VND per short trip; airport to city via bus 86 (35,000 VND) or GrabBike.
Eat at stalls with queues of locals, not tourists; negotiate xe ôm fares before riding; buy bottled water from tạp hóa (5,000 VND) not convenience stores.
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 Khách Sạn First Eden
🕒 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 Khách Sạn First Eden?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the interior courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid street noise from Phố Hàng Bún but still within the lift range, and the courtyard orientation cuts traffic hum.
Which rooms should I avoid at Khách Sạn First Eden?
Avoid rooms on floors 1-2 facing the street: Phố Hàng Bún is a narrow Old Quarter lane with motorbikes honking from early morning. Also skip any room next to the lift shaft on any floor — lifts at 3-star hotels can be noisy.
Is Khách Sạn First Eden noisy?
Street noise from motorbikes and market vendors on Hàng Bún peaks 6-9am and 5-7pm. The lift mechanism can be audible on floors 2-4. No major bar or nightclub nearby, so evenings are relatively quiet except for traffic.
Which rooms have the best views at Khách Sạn First Eden?
Rooms on floors 5-6 facing southwest over the small lanes towards the Red River (ask for 'river side') get a glimpse of the river and sunset. Rooms facing the street see the lively Hàng Bún street market.
What are insider tips for staying at Khách Sạn First Eden?
1) Ask for a room with a window that opens — some cheaper 3-star hotels seal windows, but on Hàng Bún you want fresh air to avoid stale AC smell. 2) Request a top-floor room at check-in: quieter and often have better views of the Old Quarter rooftops. If parking is needed, note there's no private lot; use the public parking at 23 Hàng Bún about 100m north.
What time is check-in at Khách Sạn First Eden?
Check-in at Khách Sạn First Eden is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Khách Sạn First Eden have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi in rooms and lobby, speeds around 5 Mbps; no paid tier available. Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Khách Sạn First Eden?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Khách Sạn First Eden?
Bún chả or phở at a sidewalk counter on Phố Hàng Bún itself: around 30,000-40,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Khách Sạn First Eden?
Xe ôm (motorbike taxi) from a driver on the street: around 10,000-20,000 VND per short trip; airport to city via bus 86 (35,000 VND) or GrabBike.
When is the best time to visit Hà Nội?
October and November: cool (20-28°C), low humidity, blue skies – perfect for walking the Old Quarter. March-April also works, though dusty from construction.
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.