Hanoi

The city's grande dame. All 364 rooms include modern amenities, but those in the original wing have a traditional feel. — Travel + Leisure

Sublime settings among city hotels are rare, and none outdoes this site. — Concierge

The Essence Hanoi Hotel & Spa is a boutique luxury hotel located in the heart of the Old Quarter of Hanoi. — Star Service

Just a 10-minute ride north of town, this smart, upscale hotel sits on a peninsula jutting out into Hanoi's picturesque West Lake in a neighborhood popular with the local expat community. — Frommer's

The newly renovated Mövenpick is a sleek affair of modern comforts and swish decor. — Frommer's

Effortlessly combines French colonial style with a sophisticated design aesthetic... Splurge-worthy features include a spa and the hip late-night vibe of the La Fée Verte (Green Fairy) bar. — Lonely Planet

Exclusive and stylish, the Japanese-owned Nikko Hanoi is aimed primarily at business customers and, accordingly, has one of the best-equipped business centers in town. — DK Eyewitness

Although located a fair distance from the thick of the action, in an area mooted as the city's new main business district, Marriott's first Hanoi property still makes a worthwhile base. — Fodor's

In one of the quieter Old Quarter streets, this small but lovely option provides a peaceful refuge from the bustle found elsewhere. — Fodor's

The Hanoi Elegance Diamond is an upscale boutique hotel that sits on a side street just off of Hoan Kiem Lake. — Oyster

The upper-middle-range Hanoi Tirant Hotel is one of the larger properties in Hanoi's Old Quarter. — Oyster

A pleasant, medium-sized hotel in the heart of downtown Hanoi, De Syloia is within easy walking distance of many major sightseeing destinations. — DK Eyewitness

This wallet-friendly boutique hotel in Hanoi’s atmospheric Old Quarter offers stylish rooms and a five-star service. — The Telegraph

Reliable service, comfortable rooms and an exciting location. — The Telegraph

Tucked away on a quiet side street in the center of Hanoi's old town, La Beaute de Hanoi Hotel is a great option for travelers who want a central, yet peaceful, option. — Oyster

Prices a little above the norm reflect the high standard of fixtures and fittings, which include safety boxes in every room, generous bathrooms and solid, traditional furnishings. — Rough Guide

The Tien Thuy is excellent value for money in Hanoi's Old Quarter. — Lonely Planet

Essence is the newest boutique hotel to be opened by the successful Hanoi Elegance group, who have several other properties in the city. — Frommer's

The Maison d'Hanoi has all the fun stuff you expect from a boutique property in Hanoi -- contemporary decor with a flair of Vietnamese style. — Frommer's