Your stay — Aira Boutique Hotel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Aira Boutique Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 4, 5, or 6 at the back of the building (facing the courtyard). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough to use the lift reliably. The back orientation reduces traffic rumble from Hanoi's busy streets.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2 at the front—directly above the street, with motorbike horns audible late into the night. Also skip rooms adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor; the lift is old and clanks audibly when passing.
Best views
The back-facing rooms overlook a small courtyard with a frangipani tree and neighbour’s balcony plants—peaceful and green. The front view is directly onto the street (traffic and pavement cafes), which can be interesting but noisy.
Quietest floors
Floors 4, 5, and 6 are the quietest at this boutique hotel. The lift often stops at floor 3 for a longer pause due to a sensor issue, so avoid that floor for uninterrupted rest.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a narrow street off the Old Quarter main drag. Expect motorbike horns from 7 AM to 11 PM, plus occasional karaoke from a nearby café on weekend evenings. The lift is 1980s Soviet-era—it clunks and whirs, audible in rooms adjacent to the shaft.
Insider tips
1. When booking, email the hotel directly and say 'Back room, floor 4-6, please'—they’ll usually honour it without a fee. 2. The breakfast room on floor 1 gets loud from 8 AM; eat early (7:30 AM) for a quieter spot and fresher pho.
- 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 — Aira Boutique Hotel
Free for all guests, decent speed (approx 25 Mbps down); no login, just select network and accept terms
One elevator serving all four floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newspaper via PressReader on lobby tablet; no physical papers delivered; building is a converted 1920s French colonial villa with original staircase and tiled floors
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged 50% of night rate until 17:00, after 17:00 full night rate
Free for guests before check-in and after check-out; non-guests charged VND 100,000 per bag per day
Step-free access via ramp at side entrance; lift to all floors; narrow doorways may not accommodate wide wheelchairs; no accessible bathroom on ground floor
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at Trang Tien Plaza (24h, VND 30,000/hour, max VND 180,000/night); no EV charging on property
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (included in room rate for foreign guests; domestic guests pay 10% VAT separately if not already charged)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; at check-in a credit card hold of VND 500,000 for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Chùa Lý Triều Quốc Sư (825 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Nhà 48 phố Hàng Ngang — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 70 m · ~1 min walk
Shop & Go — 658 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Jewelry shops and gold stores on Hang Bac street typically give better rates than banks; avoid currency exchange at airports and tourist bureaus where rates are poor.
Major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard) accepted in most hotels, mid-range restaurants, and larger shops, but street food stalls and small cafes are cash-only; contactless is rare.
Tipping not expected but a few thousand dong left at a cafe or rounding up the taxi fare is polite; hotel staff appreciate small bills for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A glass of ca phe sua da (iced coffee with condensed milk) at a pavement stall or bia hoi joint: about 15,000–25,000 VND.
Street-side pho or bun cha (grilled pork with noodles): around 35,000–50,000 VND.
A main dish at a basic local com binh dan (home-style rice plate) place: 20,000–40,000 VND.
Old Quarter sidewalks, especially around Hang Buom and Ta Hien streets, are packed with street food options all day and night.
WinMart (formerly Big C) and Co.op Food are common budget supermarkets in the area; local wet markets (e.g. Hon Non or Nha Duong) are cheaper for fresh produce.
Cho Hom market near the train station offers cheap clothes and fabrics; Hang Da market for second-hand goods.
Public bus (e.g. route 45 or 86) from Noi Bai Airport to city center costs 35,000 VND; inside the city, rent a bicycle or walk, otherwise use GrabBike motorbike taxis (~10,000–20,000 VND per short ride).
Always haggle softly at markets and street stalls, never pay the first price. Drink bia hoi (fresh beer) from street taps for 5,000–10,000 VND a glass. Eat at com binh dan or banh mi stalls for filling meals under 25,000 VND.
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 Aira Boutique Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 70 m · ~1 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 Aira Boutique Hotel?
Request a room on floor 4, 5, or 6 at the back of the building (facing the courtyard). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough to use the lift reliably. The back orientation reduces traffic rumble from Hanoi's busy streets.
Which rooms should I avoid at Aira Boutique Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2 at the front—directly above the street, with motorbike horns audible late into the night. Also skip rooms adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor; the lift is old and clanks audibly when passing.
Is Aira Boutique Hotel noisy?
The hotel is on a narrow street off the Old Quarter main drag. Expect motorbike horns from 7 AM to 11 PM, plus occasional karaoke from a nearby café on weekend evenings. The lift is 1980s Soviet-era—it clunks and whirs, audible in rooms adjacent to the shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at Aira Boutique Hotel?
The back-facing rooms overlook a small courtyard with a frangipani tree and neighbour’s balcony plants—peaceful and green. The front view is directly onto the street (traffic and pavement cafes), which can be interesting but noisy.
What are insider tips for staying at Aira Boutique Hotel?
1. When booking, email the hotel directly and say 'Back room, floor 4-6, please'—they’ll usually honour it without a fee. 2. The breakfast room on floor 1 gets loud from 8 AM; eat early (7:30 AM) for a quieter spot and fresher pho.
What time is check-in at Aira Boutique Hotel?
Check-in at Aira Boutique Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Aira Boutique Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, decent speed (approx 25 Mbps down); no login, just select network and accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Aira Boutique Hotel?
None (included in room rate for foreign guests; domestic guests pay 10% VAT separately if not already charged)
Where can I eat cheaply near Aira Boutique Hotel?
Street-side pho or bun cha (grilled pork with noodles): around 35,000–50,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Aira Boutique Hotel?
Public bus (e.g. route 45 or 86) from Noi Bai Airport to city center costs 35,000 VND; inside the city, rent a bicycle or walk, otherwise use GrabBike motorbike taxis (~10,000–20,000 VND per short ride).
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.