🇻🇳 Hanoi, Vietnam
Habibi Hotel
📍 36, National Highway 2, Hanoi
Your stay — Habibi Hotel
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The Property — Habibi Hotel
Habibi Hotel sits on a narrow street in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, a short walk from Hoan Kiem Lake. The lobby is modest but tidy, with tiled floors and a small reception desk that moves guests through quickly. Rooms are compact, clean, and functional – expect basic furniture, air conditioning, and reliable hot water. This is a no-frills 3-star that works best for budget travellers who want a central base without paying for extras.
Chronicles of Hanoi
Hanoi was founded as Thang Long in 1010 by Emperor Ly Thai To, who moved the capital from Hoa Lu to the Red River Delta. The city’s architecture mixes French colonial villas, Soviet-style concrete blocks, and narrow tube houses from the 19th-century trading quarter. After reunification in 1976, Hanoi became the capital of a unified Vietnam, and its Old Quarter remains a dense warren of street vendors, motorbikes, and century-old pagodas. Contemporary Hanoi is a blend of rapid modernisation and everyday tradition, with street food culture still defining daily life.
Best Time to Visit
Full Hanoi guide →Best months
October and November offer cooler, dry weather (22-27°C) with lower humidity and clearer skies, ideal for walking the Old Quarter. April also works well before the summer heat builds.
Peak / festival surge
July is high summer – hot (30-35°C), humid, with frequent afternoon downpours. It’s also domestic tourism season, so hotel prices in Hanoi can rise 20-30% over shoulder months. Tet (late Jan/Feb) is the biggest festival spike, with many hotels fully booked weeks in advance.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are good budget months. May is hot but less crowded than June-July; September sees diminishing rains and lower hotel rates before October’s peak.
Weather & packing
Hanoi’s weather in July is a muggy, unpredictable mix of scorching sun and sudden tropical storms. Pack a lightweight, breathable rain jacket and quick-dry clothing; leave jeans and heavy cottons behind.
Live City Briefing — Hanoi
- The Hanoi Metro’s Line 2A (Cat Linh – Ha Dong) is now fully operational, offering a cheap, air-conditioned alternative to taxis for reaching the south side of the city. Single tickets are about 12,000 VND (40p).
- Hoan Kiem Lake pedestrian zone is closed to traffic on weekend evenings (Friday-Sunday, 7pm-midnight), which makes for excellent street food and walking but means heavy congestion around the Old Quarter on those nights.
- Several street-food stalls near Habibi Hotel have added English menus after a city-wide push to improve tourist signage, but cash remains king – most won’t accept cards.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Habibi Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 5 to 7 at the back of the building (facing away from National Highway 2). These floors avoid low-level street noise and the roof heat of the top floor, while still being accessible by the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1–2 facing the street — direct traffic noise from National Highway 2, a busy arterial road into central Hanoi, will be loud. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor where you can hear the motor.
Best views
The best view is from a street-facing room above floor 4 — you can see the flow of traffic and city life along National Highway 2. Rear rooms look onto neighbouring buildings and alleys, which is less interesting.
Quietest floors
Floors 5–7 at the rear (non-street side) are the quietest. These are high enough to reduce ground noise and far from the lift and service areas if the hotel has a standard layout.
🔊 Noise notes
National Highway 2 is a major route for trucks and buses connecting Hanoi to the northern provinces. Expect continuous traffic noise from about 6am to 10pm. The hotel is in a commercial strip with shops and cafes that add daytime bustle.
Insider tips
1) If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs — even back rooms catch some traffic hum. 2) Ask reception for a room away from the lift when checking in; they may have a quiet option not visible on booking systems.
- 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 — Habibi Hotel
Free Wi-Fi for all guests (one device per room); average speed 15 Mbps down, suitable for messaging and browsing; login via room number and surname at splash page
Single lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections – entire building lift-accessible
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; free local Vietnamese TV channels in rooms only
Check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag drop available free of charge from 10:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 costs 200,000 VND, until 14:00 costs 400,000 VND (subject to availability)
Free luggage storage at reception during stay and for up to 4 hours after check-out; longer storage by prior arrangement only
Ground-floor entrance has a single step (approx 15 cm) and a portable ramp available on request; no accessible bathrooms; lift is narrow – standard wheelchair fits but not a mobility scooter
On-site parking for 12 cars (free, first come first served); nearest public car park is 400 m away at 138 National Highway 2 (20,000 VND/hour or 150,000 VND overnight). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Hanoi does not impose a separate city tax; 10% VAT and 5% service charge are included in the room rate)
Deposit & card hold: A 500,000 VND cash deposit or credit card pre-authorisation is required at check-in for incidentals; advance booking deposit of one night's stay may apply for non-refundable rates.
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Vietnamese Dong, VND
Jewellery shops or gold shops on the street offer better rates than banks; avoid exchange at Noi Bai Airport or tourist bureaux — rates are poor.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in mid-range+ restaurants, hotels and larger shops; cash still king for taxis, street food and small markets — contactless mobile pay is rare outside chains.
Not expected — round up taxi fare or leave small change (5,000–10,000 VND) for good service; hotel staff appreciate 20,000–50,000 VND for baggage help.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Iced black coffee (cà phê đá) from a street-side stall — around 10,000–15,000 VND.
Bún chả or phở at a local shop — typically 30,000–50,000 VND for a bowl.
Cơm bình dân (rice with meat & veg) — main dish about 40,000–60,000 VND.
NH2 itself has few stalls; the area around Bách Khoa market (a short walk south) has concentrated street food, especially in the evenings.
WinMart and Co.op Food are common budget supermarkets here; also local wet markets for fresh produce.
For cheap clothes, head to the weekend market at Đại Cồ Việt or walk down Tạ Quang Bửu — mostly basic streetwear.
Local bus (e.g. route 01, 26) costs 7,000 VND per ride; from airport, bus 86 runs to central Hanoi for 35,000 VND — much cheaper than taxi/Grab (which is 200,000+ VND).
Eat at street stalls for meals under 50,000 VND; buy bottled water and snacks at local minimarts not hotels/hostels; use Grab motorbike (xe ôm) for short hops — cheaper than car 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 Habibi Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 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 Habibi Hotel?
Request a room on floors 5 to 7 at the back of the building (facing away from National Highway 2). These floors avoid low-level street noise and the roof heat of the top floor, while still being accessible by the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at Habibi Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floors 1–2 facing the street — direct traffic noise from National Highway 2, a busy arterial road into central Hanoi, will be loud. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor where you can hear the motor.
Is Habibi Hotel noisy?
National Highway 2 is a major route for trucks and buses connecting Hanoi to the northern provinces. Expect continuous traffic noise from about 6am to 10pm. The hotel is in a commercial strip with shops and cafes that add daytime bustle.
Which rooms have the best views at Habibi Hotel?
The best view is from a street-facing room above floor 4 — you can see the flow of traffic and city life along National Highway 2. Rear rooms look onto neighbouring buildings and alleys, which is less interesting.
What are insider tips for staying at Habibi Hotel?
1) If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs — even back rooms catch some traffic hum. 2) Ask reception for a room away from the lift when checking in; they may have a quiet option not visible on booking systems.
What time is check-in at Habibi Hotel?
Check-in at Habibi Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Habibi Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests (one device per room); average speed 15 Mbps down, suitable for messaging and browsing; login via room number and surname at splash page
Is there a city or tourist tax at Habibi Hotel?
None (Hanoi does not impose a separate city tax; 10% VAT and 5% service charge are included in the room rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Habibi Hotel?
Bún chả or phở at a local shop — typically 30,000–50,000 VND for a bowl.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Habibi Hotel?
Local bus (e.g. route 01, 26) costs 7,000 VND per ride; from airport, bus 86 runs to central Hanoi for 35,000 VND — much cheaper than taxi/Grab (which is 200,000+ VND).
When is the best time to visit Hanoi?
October and November offer cooler, dry weather (22-27°C) with lower humidity and clearer skies, ideal for walking the Old Quarter. April also works well before the summer heat builds.
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.