Your stay — Gallant Hotel
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The Property — Gallant Hotel
The Gallant Hotel is a straightforward, good-value 3-star in Hanoi's Old Quarter. The lobby is compact and functional, with polished tiles and a small seating area, staffed by efficient, welcoming receptionists who hand you a cold towel and a glass of green tea on arrival. Its USP is location: you step out onto Hang Buom Street, right in the thick of the backpacker and street-food action, but the rooms are quiet enough to sleep. It suits independent travellers and couples who want a clean, no-frills base for exploring the city on foot, not a resort experience.
Chronicles of Hanoi
Hanoi was founded in 1010 by Emperor Ly Thai To, who moved the capital from Hoa Lu to the citadel of Thang Long, meaning 'Ascending Dragon'. French colonial rule from the late 19th century gave the city its wide boulevards, neoclassical villas and the Opera House, creating a distinct architectural blend of Chinese, French and Vietnamese styles. After the Vietnam War and reunification in 1976, Hanoi became the capital of a unified country, and since the 1990s has seen rapid modernisation, with skyscrapers rising alongside ancient pagodas. Today, the city's identity is shaped by its thousand-year heritage, its role as the political and cultural centre, and a resilient, entrepreneurial energy that fills its streets with motorbikes, street vendors and lakeside cafés.
Best Time to Visit
Full Hanoi guide →Best months
October and November: autumn brings dry, cooler days (20-28°C) and clear skies, ideal for walking tours with fewer tourists than winter. March and April: spring offers mild temperatures (18-26°C), low humidity and blooming trees, also a good window before the summer heat.
Peak / festival surge
November to February: peak season because of the best weather (cool and dry) and major festivals like Tet (late January/early February) and the Hanoi Liberation Day (October 10). Hotel prices rise 30-50% above average during Tet and Christmas/New Year; booking 2-3 months ahead is essential.
Budget shoulder season
May, June and September: the best budget months. May and June are hot and can be rainy, but room rates drop 20-30%, and the city is less crowded. September has a shorter rainy season, still warm (25-32°C), with fewer tourists and some discounts after the August peak.
Weather & packing
Hanoi has a subtropical monsoon climate with four distinct seasons; July is the hottest and rainiest month, averaging 30°C and frequent downpours. Pack light, breathable cotton or linen clothes, a compact umbrella or raincoat, and sturdy waterproof sandals for flooded streets.
Live City Briefing — Hanoi
- The Hanoi Metro's Line 2 (Nam Thang Long - Tran Hung Dao) is scheduled to begin trial runs in mid-2026, which may cause some street closures and noise near the Old Quarter; check official updates before your trip.
- The Old Quarter pedestrian streets around Hoan Kiem Lake are expanded every weekend (Friday to Sunday evenings), closing roads to traffic—great for walking but expect crowds and higher food stall prices in the area.
- A new direct bus route (Route 86) now connects Noi Bai International Airport to Hoan Kiem Lake via the Long Bien Bridge, offering a cheaper (about 35,000 VND) and faster alternative to taxis during peak hours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Gallant Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a high floor facing away from the street – the hotel sits on a busy Hanoi thoroughfare, so top floors (e.g., 8th–10th) reduce traffic rumble and heat. Corner rooms with windows on two sides get better natural light and cross-ventilation.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1–3: street noise from motorbikes and honking is loudest here, plus ground-floor rooms can smell of exhaust from the street. Also skip rooms near the lift lobby on any floor – the single lift is slow and clatters.
Best views
Rooms on the high even-numbered side (if you can specify) likely overlook the street and get a slice of Hanoi’s chaotic skyline – think rooftops, satellite dishes and scooters weaving below. No river or landmark view to expect; this is a standard three-star in the Old Quarter fringe.
Quietest floors
Floors 7–10 (if the hotel has that many) are furthest from street-level noise and the ground-floor restaurant. The lift stops at all floors, but top-floor rooms are less disturbed by foot traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
Hanoi’s traffic noise is relentless – scooters, buses and horns from 6am to 11pm. The hotel’s position on a main street means you’ll hear it even on upper floors. Also, the single lift can be noisy when stopping on your floor, and the ground-floor restaurant clatters from early breakfast.
Insider tips
1) Check in after 3pm – the front desk often upgrades loyal guests to higher floors if available. 2) Bring earplugs or noise-cancelling headphones; the hotel doesn’t supply them, and the street noise is a given. 3) If you have heavy luggage, ask for a low floor (4th–6th) to avoid waiting ages for the lift – it’s slow and small.
- 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 — Gallant Hotel
free for all guests; average speed 15 mbps down, 5 mbps up; login with room number and surname
one lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
complimentary digital pressreader access on lobby tablets; no physical newspapers delivered
standard check-in from 14:00, early bag drop allowed from 06:00; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged at vnd 300,000 per hour
free at reception; stored in a locked room behind the front desk
no step-free entrance—two steps at main door; no wheelchair-accessible bathroom; staff can assist with luggage and room allocation on ground floor
no on-site parking; nearest public car park is 200 m at tuan viet parking (vnd 50,000 per night); no ev charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: none; vietnam does not charge a separate city or tourist tax for domestic or foreign guests
Deposit & card hold: full prepayment via credit card required 72 hours before arrival; a refundable damage deposit of vnd 500,000 is held on your card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Chùa Thọ Lão (257 m · ~3 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Đền Hai Bà Trưng (579 m · ~7 min walk)
- Place of worship: Đền Bà Tễu (833 m · ~10 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Chùa Đông Tân (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Trung tâm thương mại Chợ Mơ — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Công viên Võ Thị Sáu — 574 m · ~7 min walk
Di tích ngôi nhà số 5D phố Hàm Long — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Nhà hát Tuổi trẻ — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 57 m · ~1 min walk
Nhà thuốc Long Châu — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
WinMart+ — 361 m · ~5 min walk
Sai Gon — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid airport and tourist-area exchange bureaux, which give poor rates.
Cards accepted in mid-range and up restaurants, hotels, and some shops; cash essential for street food, markets, and taxis.
Not expected, but small change left at restaurants (10,000–20,000 VND) is appreciated; round up taxi fares; tip hotel staff 20,000–50,000 VND for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Iced black coffee (cà phê đen đá) at a street-side café costs about 15,000–25,000 VND.
A bowl of phở or bún chả at a sidewalk stall costs 35,000–50,000 VND.
A main dish at a local bia hơi or family-run restaurant is around 40,000–60,000 VND.
The Old Quarter and around Hoàn Kiếm Lake are packed with stalls; try Beer Corner for cheap bites and draft beer.
WinMart and Co.op Food are common budget supermarket chains in Hanoi.
Chợ Đồng Xuân market and Hàng Đào street offer cheap clothing and textiles.
Local bus (5,000 VND per ride) or xe ôm (motorbike taxi) for short trips; from Noi Bai Airport, take bus 86 or 86B for 45,000 VND.
Eat where locals queue; use ride-hailing apps like Grab to avoid taxi scams; buy bottled water from small shops, not tourist spots.
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 Gallant Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 57 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Nhà thuốc Long Châu — 1.0 km · ~13 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 Gallant Hotel?
Request a high floor facing away from the street – the hotel sits on a busy Hanoi thoroughfare, so top floors (e.g., 8th–10th) reduce traffic rumble and heat. Corner rooms with windows on two sides get better natural light and cross-ventilation.
Which rooms should I avoid at Gallant Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floors 1–3: street noise from motorbikes and honking is loudest here, plus ground-floor rooms can smell of exhaust from the street. Also skip rooms near the lift lobby on any floor – the single lift is slow and clatters.
Is Gallant Hotel noisy?
Hanoi’s traffic noise is relentless – scooters, buses and horns from 6am to 11pm. The hotel’s position on a main street means you’ll hear it even on upper floors. Also, the single lift can be noisy when stopping on your floor, and the ground-floor restaurant clatters from early breakfast.
Which rooms have the best views at Gallant Hotel?
Rooms on the high even-numbered side (if you can specify) likely overlook the street and get a slice of Hanoi’s chaotic skyline – think rooftops, satellite dishes and scooters weaving below. No river or landmark view to expect; this is a standard three-star in the Old Quarter fringe.
What are insider tips for staying at Gallant Hotel?
1) Check in after 3pm – the front desk often upgrades loyal guests to higher floors if available. 2) Bring earplugs or noise-cancelling headphones; the hotel doesn’t supply them, and the street noise is a given. 3) If you have heavy luggage, ask for a low floor (4th–6th) to avoid waiting ages for the lift – it’s slow and small.
What time is check-in at Gallant Hotel?
Check-in at Gallant Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Gallant Hotel have Wi-Fi?
free for all guests; average speed 15 mbps down, 5 mbps up; login with room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Gallant Hotel?
none; vietnam does not charge a separate city or tourist tax for domestic or foreign guests
Where can I eat cheaply near Gallant Hotel?
A bowl of phở or bún chả at a sidewalk stall costs 35,000–50,000 VND.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Gallant Hotel?
Local bus (5,000 VND per ride) or xe ôm (motorbike taxi) for short trips; from Noi Bai Airport, take bus 86 or 86B for 45,000 VND.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi?
October and November: autumn brings dry, cooler days (20-28°C) and clear skies, ideal for walking tours with fewer tourists than winter. March and April: spring offers mild temperatures (18-26°C), low humidity and blooming trees, also a good window before the summer heat.
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.