Hanoi street with hotels, shops and cafés near the Old Quarter

Hanoi Traveler’s Guide 2026 — Part 4: Where to Stay in Hanoi

Where you stay in Hanoi changes the trip. For a first visit, the Old Quarter puts food, cafés and major sights outside your door. The French Quarter is calmer and more polished. West Lake gives you space and a slower rhythm, while Ba Dinh works well for history and quieter nights. This is Part 4 of our Hanoi Traveler’s Guide 2026. Choose the right area first, then the right accommodation for...