🇻🇳 Hanoi, Vietnam
A&D Luxury Hotel
📍 71, Phố Lưu Quang Vũ, Hanoi
Your stay — A&D Luxury Hotel
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The Property — A&D Luxury Hotel
The A&D Luxury Hotel is a clean, mid-range option on a busy Hanoi street corner, with a marble lobby that feels more functional than grand. It suits travellers who prioritise location over atmosphere — the staff are efficient, the rooms are tidy but compact, and the real draw is being a five-minute walk from Hoan Kiem Lake. You trade character for convenience here, and that works fine if you plan to be out all day.
Chronicles of Hanoi
Hanoi was founded in 1010 as the capital of the Dai Viet kingdom, originally called Thang Long or 'Ascending Dragon'. The Old Quarter’s 36 streets date from the 15th century, each named after the guild that once dominated it — a layout that still shapes the city’s chaotic charm. French colonial rule (1887–1954) left a grid of tree-lined boulevards, elegant villas and landmarks like the Opera House. After reunification in 1976, Hanoi became a socialist capital that slowly opened to tourism and private enterprise, now balancing motorbike- packed alleys with a growing cafe culture and tech start-ups. Its identity today is a blend of Confucian formality, French civic pride, and raw, youthful energy.
Best Time to Visit
Full Hanoi guide →Best months
October and November: cool, dry weather with average highs around 28°C and low humidity, plus autumn festivals like the Mid-Autumn celebration. March and April are also good, with mild temperatures before the heat sets in.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak monsoon season and also a domestic holiday month — Vietnamese school summer break runs June–August. Hotels often raise rates by 10–20% and rooms fill with families from other provinces. No major festivals, but the heat and rain drive frantic indoor sightseeing.
Budget shoulder season
May and June offer decent discounts (20–30% below peak) and fewer foreign tourists. The weather is hot but not yet drenched: afternoon thunderstorms start in May, June sees heavier but short-lived downpours. Crowds at Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Temple of Literature thin out in late morning.
Weather & packing
Hanoi in early July is hot (30–35°C) and very humid, with sudden heavy downpours that flood low-lying streets. Pack a lightweight, quick-dry outfit and a proper waterproof jacket — umbrella alone won’t cut it during a monsoon burst.
Live City Briefing — Hanoi
- The Hanoi Metro’s Cat Linh–Ha Dong line, open since 2021, now connects the Old Quarter’s edge to the southwest suburbs, easing bus congestion but still underused by tourists; line 2 (Nam Thang Long–Tran Hung Dao) is under construction and expected by 2027.
- Hoan Kiem Lake’s pedestrian zone, closed to traffic on weekend evenings (Friday–Sunday, 7 PM–midnight), has expanded north to Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square — expect street performances and food stalls.
- A city-wide ban on coal-fired street food grills (enforced from 2024) is phasing out traditional bun cha and banh mi stalls in the Old Quarter; vendors are shifting to electric grills, and many now operate from indoor kitchens only.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to A&D Luxury Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 or 5 facing away from Phố Lưu Quang Vũ. These mid-floors avoid street-level noise and are high enough to reduce lift motor hum and street traffic rumble. In a 3-star hotel, higher floors often mean slightly cleaner air and less footfall sound from the lobby.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 or 3 overlooking the street. The 71 address sits on a narrow Hanoi street – these low floors catch direct headlight glare, motorbike horns, and early morning market deliveries. Also skip rooms directly above the lift shaft or main entrance (even numbers are often opposite the lift in older buildings – ask at check-in).
Best views
Back-facing rooms (internal courtyard or residential lane side) give quiet but views of neighbouring buildings; street-facing rooms on floor 5 offer a narrow slice of Phố Lưu Quang Vũ life – interesting but no grand panorama. With a 3-star hotel on a secondary street, the hotel might have a small terrace on floor 5; ask for that side for a rooftop glimpse of the old quarter skyline.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5. Service and bar noise dissipates above level 3, and street sounds fade noticeably from floor 4 upward. Typical 3-star lift-hotel noise is worst on 1-3; floor 5 is usually the top floor in a small hotel, so no overhead footsteps.
🔊 Noise notes
Phố Lưu Quang Vũ is a narrow inner-city lane in Hanoi's Ba Đình area – expect moped traffic from dawn (6am) to late night (11pm) with possible street food vendors at the corner. Weekend mornings bring louder construction or market sounds. Floor 1 bar may play TV or music until 10-11pm. Lift doors are audible in adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
1) If you have a car, the hotel likely has no parking – ask reception to direct you to the nearest pay lot (usually on Trấn Vũ Street, 2 mins walk). 2) Request a room with a window that opens – many budget-tier rooms have sealed windows. If your room feels stuffy, ask for a fan; Hanoi summers are muggy and 3-star AC can be slow.
- 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 — A&D Luxury Hotel
Free Wi-Fi throughout hotel; speed approx 30 Mbps down/5 Mbps up; no login constraints (open network, password posted at reception).
One small lift serves all four guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital newspapers not available; a complimentary local Vietnamese newspaper (Tuoi Tre) at breakfast table. Building is a modern low-rise (built 2012) with no notable historical quirks.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop from 10:00 (free if room ready). Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged 50% of nightly rate. Request at least 24 hours ahead.
Free storage for same-day arrivals/departures; storage beyond check-out day charged VND 50,000 per bag per day.
No step-free main entrance (two steps up from street). No wheelchair-accessible guest rooms. No lift to basement breakfast area (one flight down).
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is at Vincom Center Ba Trieu (about 500m walk), VND 30,000/hour or VND 150,000 overnight. No EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full payment required at booking; a refundable VND 500,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Đình Trung Kính Thượng (696 m · ~9 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Chùa Trung Kính Thượng (807 m · ~10 min walk)
- Place of worship: Đình Hạ Yên Quyết (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Chùa Cây Quế (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Vincom Center — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Công viên Trung Yên — 159 m · ~2 min walk
Di tích Pháo đài Láng — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Nhà hát Ca, Múa, Nhạc Quốc gia Việt Nam — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Vietcombank — 39 m · ~1 min walk
Siêu thị thực phẩm chức năng GPCare — 985 m · ~12 min walk
WinMart+ — 292 m · ~4 min walk
Trạm trung chuyển Cầu Giấy — 2.0 km · ~26 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Jewelry shops and gold stores near Hoan Kiem Lake give better rates than banks; avoid airport and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Cards accepted in mid-range hotels, supermarkets, and upscale restaurants; street food, local markets, and taxis expect cash.
Not expected but small change appreciated in restaurants (round up); taxi drivers and hotel staff don't require tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Vietnam-style iced coffee (cà phê sữa đá) at any street-side café or bia hơi, roughly 15,000-25,000 VND.
Bowl of phở or bún chả from a local stall, around 30,000-50,000 VND.
Bia hơi with a plate of fried tofu or grilled pork, about 40,000-60,000 VND for a main.
Streets around the Old Quarter (especially Hang Bac, Ta Hien) and the stalls lining Luong Ngoc Quyen are the main cheap-eats hubs.
WinMart and Co.op Food are common budget supermarket chains in this area.
Cho Hom night market or the Hang Da market offer affordable local clothing.
Hanoi public bus (day pass 30,000 VND) or GrabBike (motorcycle taxi, about 10,000 VND per km); airport: bus 86 from the city centre for 40,000 VND one-way.
Eat street food at lunch for fresher batches and lower prices; use xe ôm (motorbike taxi) for short trips instead of car taxis; haggle respectfully at markets but not in shops or taxis.
Emergency Contacts
HanoiIn Hanoi, Vietnam, dial 113 for police, 114 for fire department, and 115 for ambulance services. For tourist assistance, contact the Hanoi Police Tourist Support Unit at +84-24-3825-7890. English-speaking operators may not always be available; consider having hotel staff assist with calls.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Hanoi, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at A&D Luxury Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Vietcombank — 39 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Siêu thị thực phẩm chức năng GPCare — 985 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Long Bien Station → Tho Xuong Station (near hotel)
💡 Scenic ride along Red River. Best for local experience. Hotel is walkable from tram stop.
Noi Bai International Airport → Hanoi City Center
💡 Budget option but limited luggage space. Walk 10 mins to hotel from city center bus station.
Noi Bai International Airport → Lucien Hanoi Lakeside Hotel & Rooftop
💡 Book via Grab app for fixed prices and safety features. Avoid unlicensed taxis at airport.
Noi Bai International Airport → Hanoi Central District
💡 Currently under development. Check status before arrival. Will be fastest option when operational.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at A&D Luxury Hotel?
Request a room on floors 4 or 5 facing away from Phố Lưu Quang Vũ. These mid-floors avoid street-level noise and are high enough to reduce lift motor hum and street traffic rumble. In a 3-star hotel, higher floors often mean slightly cleaner air and less footfall sound from the lobby.
Which rooms should I avoid at A&D Luxury Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 or 3 overlooking the street. The 71 address sits on a narrow Hanoi street – these low floors catch direct headlight glare, motorbike horns, and early morning market deliveries. Also skip rooms directly above the lift shaft or main entrance (even numbers are often opposite the lift in older buildings – ask at check-in).
Is A&D Luxury Hotel noisy?
Phố Lưu Quang Vũ is a narrow inner-city lane in Hanoi's Ba Đình area – expect moped traffic from dawn (6am) to late night (11pm) with possible street food vendors at the corner. Weekend mornings bring louder construction or market sounds. Floor 1 bar may play TV or music until 10-11pm. Lift doors are audible in adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at A&D Luxury Hotel?
Back-facing rooms (internal courtyard or residential lane side) give quiet but views of neighbouring buildings; street-facing rooms on floor 5 offer a narrow slice of Phố Lưu Quang Vũ life – interesting but no grand panorama. With a 3-star hotel on a secondary street, the hotel might have a small terrace on floor 5; ask for that side for a rooftop glimpse of the old quarter skyline.
What are insider tips for staying at A&D Luxury Hotel?
1) If you have a car, the hotel likely has no parking – ask reception to direct you to the nearest pay lot (usually on Trấn Vũ Street, 2 mins walk). 2) Request a room with a window that opens – many budget-tier rooms have sealed windows. If your room feels stuffy, ask for a fan; Hanoi summers are muggy and 3-star AC can be slow.
What time is check-in at A&D Luxury Hotel?
Check-in at A&D Luxury Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does A&D Luxury Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout hotel; speed approx 30 Mbps down/5 Mbps up; no login constraints (open network, password posted at reception).
Is there a city or tourist tax at A&D Luxury Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near A&D Luxury Hotel?
Bowl of phở or bún chả from a local stall, around 30,000-50,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from A&D Luxury Hotel?
Hanoi public bus (day pass 30,000 VND) or GrabBike (motorcycle taxi, about 10,000 VND per km); airport: bus 86 from the city centre for 40,000 VND one-way.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi?
October and November: cool, dry weather with average highs around 28°C and low humidity, plus autumn festivals like the Mid-Autumn celebration. March and April are also good, with mild temperatures before the heat sets in.
Top Attractions in Hanoi
💡 Start at Hang Bac (Silver Street) around 9am – the silver workshops are fascinating. Avoid motorbikes by sticking to the narrowest alleys. Street food here costs 20-40,000 VND a dish.
💡 Walk the lake at 6am to see locals doing tai chi and badminton. Sunset is crowded with photographers but worth it for the light on Turtle Tower.
💡 Book the 5:15pm show to avoid tourist crowds. Sit in row C or D – row A gets wet from splashes. Arrive 20 minutes early to see the puppets being prepared backstage (ask nicely).
💡 Go early on a weekday to avoid tour groups. The back garden has a banyan tree and koi pond that most people miss.
💡 The outdoor section is the highlight – allow 2 hours. Go on a Saturday when ethnic minority guides sometimes give free tours. Taxi from the centre costs 50,000 VND.