Cantilevered dragon flagship
Massive glass cantilevers evoke a dragon over the lake, creating a monumental setting for high-profile gatherings.
“Inside, vast marble lobbies, impossibly high ceilings, sweeping staircases and grand ballrooms fill Hanoi’s JW Marriott.”
Where it shines
Notable
Carlos Zapata designed the dragon-inspired cantilevered glass building overlooking the convention lake.
Notable
Fresh chocolate chip cookies bake on site, with private Mercedes transfers from the airport.
Notable
A cantilevered glass pool projects over Hanoi on the dedicated eighth-floor wellness level.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Forbes Recommended
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
The JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi is, among other things, a symbol of the Vietnamese capital’s aspirations as an ultra-modern, cosmopolitan city.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
The hotel sits beside the National Convention Center in Tu Liem, roughly six miles from Hanoi's Old Quarter.
The rooms
Floor-to-ceiling windows look over the skyline. Sliding timber screens open deep marble soaking tubs to the bedroom.
The spa
Curtained recliners look through full-height glass over the lake. Treatment suites host restorative bodywork and Vichy hydrotherapy.
The gym
Treadmills line an eighth-floor curved glass wall, looking directly out over the lake and convention grounds.
Restaurant
French Grill
High-backed wing chairs sit beneath glowing chandeliers, beside a walk-in glass wine cellar and Hanoi's largest open kitchen.
At the table
JW Café serves international buffets along panoramic lake windows, and Wong Chi Ming hosts Cantonese dim sum in private salons.
How it began
Developed by Bitexco Group in 2013, the building takes its sweeping geometry from dragon folklore and the Vietnamese coastline.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.