A25 Hotel - 12 Pho Hue

This hotel is quite good, conveniently located about a kilometer from Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter (36 Streets). The hotel is very thoughtful, providing facial cleanser, a small heater, and a laundry bag. They've considered everything! It was the only hotel on my trip to Vietnam that offered these little extras.

The hotel is really close to Train Street, and there are tons of cafes around, though unfortunately, they were all closed during Chinese New Year. The hotel had a Chinese New Year red envelope drawing, and I actually won one worth over ten thousand, which was a nice surprise! Our room was a bit noisy since it faced the road, and the overall decor was a bit old-fashioned, but we were still very happy with our stay. The front desk staff spoke English, and we were even able to connect on WeChat for communication.

We arrived in the middle of the night and knew we wouldn't be able to check in until the next day, so we asked for a 10-hour day-use room. However, the price was more expensive than what I paid for two full nights on Ctrip, which really shocked me! After some negotiation, we ended up booking a 5-hour day-use room for around 150 RMB, and then checked in normally the following afternoon at 2 PM. The hotel's location is pretty good; it's quite close to the 36 Old Streets and Hoan Kiem Lake. You can just walk there and enjoy the city's vibe. The staff during the day were also excellent. When we checked out, they helped us with our luggage, and after two Grab taxis refused to take us, they even helped us book another car. The older gentleman who helped us with our bags also helped communicate with the Grab driver, which was really great! 👍

Traveling with my family, the hotel staff were incredibly welcoming and helpful, which we really appreciated. They even assisted us in renting a scooter, which was super convenient.

This hotel is pretty good. The environment and hygiene are both excellent. There are many restaurants nearby, and it's not far from Hoan Kiem Lake, about a 10-minute taxi ride. Getting to the airport takes about 40 minutes by taxi. There are many security personnel stationed nearby, probably because it's an embassy area, so it feels very safe. If you don't have high demands for accommodation, this hotel offers great value for money.