Vibe
Chandeliers hang beneath a sky-painted ceiling above the guest-only seventh-floor infinity pool, with three open sides letting the outdoors in.
“Chandelier pool cocoon”
The guest-only seventh-floor pool sits beneath chandeliers and a sky-painted ceiling, with three open sides.
Essencia Spa offers Swedish and deep-tissue massages, alongside aromatherapy, facials and body wraps.
AIRA Sky Bar & Lounge hosts instrumental music and jazz every Friday through Sunday.
On leafy Trần Phú Street near Hanoi Flag Tower, just west of the Old Quarter.
“The rooftop bar and infinity pool take in wide city views, while a spa, gym, and in-house tailor add to the hotel’s well-rounded appeal.”
Rooms
The MICHELIN Guide describes bold tones and modern bathrooms, with connecting options available in selected rooms for families.
Wellness
Essencia Spa offers Swedish and deep-tissue massage, aromatherapy, facials and body wraps, while hotel guests have exclusive access to the seventh-floor gym.
Eat & drink
Essence Restaurant serves Hanoi bun cha on the ninth floor, while AIRA Sky Bar & Lounge serves cocktails on its rooftop terrace.
The neighborhood
Leafy Trần Phú Street puts you just west of the Old Quarter, within walking distance of Hanoi Flag Tower and Lenin Park.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.