Your stay — Riverside
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The Property — Riverside
The Riverside is a three-star hotel along the Red River, about a 15-minute drive from Hoan Kiem Lake. The lobby feels functional rather than flashy: polished tiles, a small seating area, and a front desk that gets you checked in quickly. It suits travellers who want a quiet, riverside base for sleeping and showering, not a social hub. The USP is the price — cheaper than most Old Quarter options — and the handful of rooms with river views from the upper floors.
Chronicles of Hà Nội
Hanoi was founded as the capital of Đại Việt in 1010 under Lý Thái Tổ, who moved the court from Hoa Lu to Thăng Long (now Hanoi). The city’s architecture is a layered palimpsest of wooden pagodas, French colonial villas, and brutalist Soviet blocks. The Old Quarter’s 36 streets — each once named for a guild — still operate as a dense trading labyrinth. Today, Hanoi is the cultural and political heart of Vietnam, balancing rapid modernisation with a fierce pride in its thousand-year-old heritage.
Best Time to Visit
Full Hà Nội guide →Best months
October and November: cool, dry temperatures (18-28°C), low humidity, and clear skies. March and April are also fine, with blossom in the streets.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak summer monsoon: daily downpours, 30-35°C, and sauna-like humidity. Tet (late January/February) is the other peak for domestic tourism; hotel prices in July can hit 1.5x normal due to European holiday demand.
Budget shoulder season
May and September: still warm, but fewer crowds than July. Expect 25-30% discounts on room rates and lighter traffic around the lake.
Weather & packing
Hanoi has a tropical monsoon climate with a distinct wet season from May to October — expect a sudden, drenching rain most afternoons. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or compact umbrella, and quick-dry walking shoes; leave the suede behind.
Live City Briefing — Hà Nội
- The extended Nhon-Hanoi Station metro line (Line 3) opened test runs in 2025, and by July 2026 the section from Cầu Giấy to the Old Quarter may be operational — check for station closures near the hotel.
- A new pedestrian zone on Dinh Le Street, expanded in late 2025, now links the Old Quarter weekend night market to the Red River dyke path.
- July 2026 falls during the tail end of the monsoon: expect periodic street flooding in the Old Quarter, especially on Hang Bong and Hang Dao.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Riverside, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 6, facing the inner courtyard or the quieter side street off the main road. These floors avoid street-level noise and are high enough to reduce lift lobby footfall.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street noise and possible traffic fumes) and any directly above the lift shaft or stairwell — typically rooms adjacent to the central lift core. Also avoid rooms facing the main street if the hotel is on a busy Hanoi thoroughfare.
Best views
Rooms facing the courtyard or a side street give a view of local life without the constant roar of Hanoi's traffic. River views are unlikely unless the hotel is directly on the Red River, so don't expect a panorama.
Quietest floors
4, 5, 6
🔊 Noise notes
This address is on a main road in Hanoi's Old Quarter or Ba Đình area, so expect motorbike and car traffic from early morning (6am) until late evening (10-11pm). Street-level rooms will get horn honking and engine noise. Lift doors opening and closing may echo on 2nd-3rd floors.
Insider tips
Ask for a room on the courtyard side when booking — it's the best way to reduce street noise. Check-in early (by 2pm) to increase chances of a higher floor; late arrivals often get stuck on lower, noisier levels.
- 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 — Riverside
Free WiFi with 15 Mbps speed; no login or password needed (simple acceptance page)
One lift serving all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital access to PressReader via lobby tablet; no physical newspapers
Check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop allowed from 10:00, late check-out until 12:00 for VND 200,000 (subject to availability)
Free for day-of checkout only; longer storage by request at VND 30,000/bag per day
No step-free access – 3 stairs at the entrance and lift is standard hotel-size (wheelchair passage is tight); ground-floor rooms exist but still have bathroom step
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park at Cua Bac Church (Lot 9A, Phan Dinh Phung) costs VND 30,000/hour or VND 150,000/night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A deposit equal to the first night is charged at booking; a refundable incidentals hold of VND 500,000 is taken at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Chùa Lý Triều Quốc Sư (499 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Nhà 48 phố Hàng Ngang — 987 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 88 m · ~1 min walk
Shop & Go — 325 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Best rates at gold/jewellery shops or banks in the Old Quarter; avoid airport and tourist bureau kiosks for poor rates.
Cards accepted in mid-range and up hotels, restaurants, and larger shops; cash essential for street food, markets, and local taxis.
Not expected but small change left at restaurants (5-10%) appreciated; round up taxi fares; tip hotel staff 20,000-50,000 VND for service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Cà phê đá (iced black coffee) from street stalls: 10,000-15,000 VND.
Bún chả or phở at a local eatery: 30,000-50,000 VND.
Com bình dân (rice with meat and veg plate): 25,000-40,000 VND.
Old Quarter streets like Hàng Bông, Tạ Hiện, and Đinh Liệt for bánh mì, phở, bún chả, and bia hơi.
VinMart, Co.op Food, and Hapro Mart are common budget supermarket chains.
Chợ Đồng Xuân market for cheap clothes; also Hàng Đào street for local fashion.
Public bus (5,000-7,000 VND per ride); from airport take bus 86 (35,000 VND) or local bus 17 to city centre.
Eat at local street stalls away from main tourist streets for half the price; use Grab Motorbike for short trips (cheaper than taxis); drink bia hơi from street taps at 5,000-8,000 VND a glass.
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 Riverside
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 88 m · ~1 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 Riverside?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6, facing the inner courtyard or the quieter side street off the main road. These floors avoid street-level noise and are high enough to reduce lift lobby footfall.
Which rooms should I avoid at Riverside?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street noise and possible traffic fumes) and any directly above the lift shaft or stairwell — typically rooms adjacent to the central lift core. Also avoid rooms facing the main street if the hotel is on a busy Hanoi thoroughfare.
Is Riverside noisy?
This address is on a main road in Hanoi's Old Quarter or Ba Đình area, so expect motorbike and car traffic from early morning (6am) until late evening (10-11pm). Street-level rooms will get horn honking and engine noise. Lift doors opening and closing may echo on 2nd-3rd floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Riverside?
Rooms facing the courtyard or a side street give a view of local life without the constant roar of Hanoi's traffic. River views are unlikely unless the hotel is directly on the Red River, so don't expect a panorama.
What are insider tips for staying at Riverside?
Ask for a room on the courtyard side when booking — it's the best way to reduce street noise. Check-in early (by 2pm) to increase chances of a higher floor; late arrivals often get stuck on lower, noisier levels.
What time is check-in at Riverside?
Check-in at Riverside is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Riverside have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi with 15 Mbps speed; no login or password needed (simple acceptance page)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Riverside?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Riverside?
Bún chả or phở at a local eatery: 30,000-50,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Riverside?
Public bus (5,000-7,000 VND per ride); from airport take bus 86 (35,000 VND) or local bus 17 to city centre.
When is the best time to visit Hà Nội?
October and November: cool, dry temperatures (18-28°C), low humidity, and clear skies. March and April are also fine, with blossom in the streets.
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.