Title: Hanoi Backpacker Quarter Travel Guide: Best of Hanoi Backpacker Quarter, Hanoi Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Hanoi Backpacker Quarter](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Backpacker-Quarter-Hanoi-Hotels.0-n553248633981712758-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Hanoi](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Hanoi.d1428.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Hanoi](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hanoi.d1428.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Hanoi Backpacker Quarter Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Hanoi-Backpacker-Quarter.d553248633981712758.Car-Hire-Guide)[Hanoi Backpacker Quarter Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Backpacker-Quarter.d553248633981712758.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Hanoi Backpacker Quarter Travel Guide ## Hanoi ![Just an everyday sight on every street in the Old Quarter Hanoi, Vietnam. A beguiling tapestry of character,characters and colour. #OnTheRoad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054458/535e2e29-8301-4508-95fc-f4930204e828.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Just an everyday sight on every street in the Old Quarter Hanoi, Vietnam. A beguiling tapestry of character,characters and colour. #OnTheRoad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054458/535e2e29-8301-4508-95fc-f4930204e828.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The streets of Hanoi are an #adventure in themselves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054458/0c289cef-827f-418b-8bcb-9e6f0ddbad91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#LifeAtExpedia Waiting for the rain to stop and start Dinner. Flooding Hanoi Streets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054458/cd859501-952c-41ca-bccf-039a7cf837a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shopping in Hanoi old quarter, so crazy but fun. #Vietnam #shopping #markets #Asia #colorful](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054458/e5222d6e-3fcc-4040-8525-783b484c6a42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Hanoi Backpacker Quarter Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Hanoi travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi.dx1428) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Inside the Bach Ma Temple in Hanoi, Vietnam](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6241821/7341dc9f-2c6f-467c-860a-be8d5ed3ff00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bach Ma Temple Bach Ma Temple is just one of the places to see in Hanoi, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bach-Ma-Temple-Hanoi.d6241821.Attraction) ![Hoan Kiem Lake featuring a lake or waterhole, a monument and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115806/5a1c3479-7127-49e6-a722-5e42eb90e3c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hoan Kiem Lake 4.5/5(160 reviews) Wander around the banks of this peaceful lake and discover an historic temple, observe locals going about their daily life or enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hoan-Kiem-Lake-Old-Quarter.d6115796.Attraction) ![Evening view in Hanoi, Vietnam](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635710297789/b891eada-0080-42b7-8bc8-07ed47f30e15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hanoi Old Town Night Market 4/5(7 reviews) During your trip to Hanoi, you can do some window-shopping at Hanoi Old Town Night Market. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Old-Town-Night-Market-Hanoi.d553248635710297789.Attraction) ![St. Joseph Cathedral showing heritage architecture, markets and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158574/06e04dab-1cc5-4821-97cd-8c54711393b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi 4/5(117 reviews) At the heart of Hanoi stands a weathered neo-Gothic Roman Catholic church, a contrary sight in this predominantly Buddhist city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Josephs-Cathedral-Of-Hanoi-Old-Quarter.d6158574.Attraction) ![Beautiful pagoda in Hanoi... possible to walk but recommend to have a motorbike take you as it’s just outside of the main city area and easy to rent or hail someone to take you. Worth the views!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664655/acb7abd2-59b5-4d09-9a2c-ae42b8c1dcd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### West Lake 5/5(4 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at West Lake during your travels in Hanoi. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Lake-Tay-Ho.d553248621526918488.Attraction) ![Hanoi Opera House which includes heritage architecture and theatre scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115792/bd219041-fee4-4579-9877-6fa9009d52c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hanoi Opera House 4.5/5(79 reviews) This historic building is the centerpiece of Hanoi’s French Quarter and host to shows by many of Vietnam’s premier singers, dancers and musicians. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Opera-House-Hoan-Kiem.d6115792.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Hue : Private Car to Hoi An or Vice Versa with Many Options](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48781310/35efec81-7357-43d1-8f0a-3528ddce6045.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hue: Private Car to/from Hoi An via Many Fabulous Stops £16 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hue-private-car-tofrom-hoi-an-via-many-fabulous-stops.a48781310.activity-details) ![Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3141516/afb718fe-faa3-4d06-9608-f6533fb01029.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities £7 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/vietnam-day-trips-all-inclusive.a3141516.activity-details) ![Hanoi: Transfer to or from Sapa by a VIP Sleeper Bus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47687328/98e5af75-9d54-48d5-a5ff-89dd50545b0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hanoi: Transfer to or from Sapa by a VIP Sleeper Bus £18 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hanoi-transfer-to-or-from-sapa-by-a-vip-sleeper-bus.a47687328.activity-details) ![Hanoi: Transportation to/from Cat Ba](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44520237/6a9623ea-58c2-4754-8512-cf8da7bff69d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hanoi: Transportation to/from Cat Ba £9 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hanoi-transportation-tofrom-cat-ba.a44520237.activity-details) ![Stop by: Temple of Literature - National University: The first university of Vietnam](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2331892/259e917b-ea5f-41de-bd6d-11d01ab17fdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City £4 per traveller **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-walking-tour-of-hanoi-city.a2331892.activity-details) ![Hanoi Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3586237/839528d5-1d00-4448-9b55-72bf98072610.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### City Sightseeing Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour £14 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-hanoi-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a3586237.activity-details) [See all activities in Hanoi](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hanoi.d1428.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Hanoi Backpacker Quarter ![La Mejor Indochine Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115190000/115181900/115181816/4fe15144_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Mejor Indochine Hotel 58 Dao Duy Tu, Hoan Kiem Hanoi £69 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews) The room and facility was great. Our bathroom was huge for the area. Location was excellent, right in the centre of Old Quarter but not on the main busy street. One minor consideration, the bar on the adjacent street is loud until midnight. The breakfast was OK, good selection of Vietnamese and western ... Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=115181816&PinnedHotelID=115181816&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981712758) ![Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116190000/116189200/116189149/982b383b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel 52 Ngo Huyen, Hang Trong, Hanoi Hanoi £50 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,657 reviews) We throughly enjoyed our time here. The staff went above and beyond in their service. Thanks for an excellent stay!! Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=116189149&PinnedHotelID=116189149&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981712758) ![Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49300/49234/da82b9ef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi 15 Ngo Quyen Street, Hoan Kiem District Hanoi £292 18 Feb - 19 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews) The staff were absolutely lovely, kind, friendly, professional, nothing too much trouble. We also loved the tour of the hotel, learning of the history and visiting the underground bunker. We were lucky enough to have our room upgraded to a suite, which made our stay here even more special. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026&selected=49234&PinnedHotelID=49234&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981712758) ![Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116880000/116878400/116878323/c5ca7d5b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel 59 Phu Doan street, Old Quarter Hanoi £49 11 Feb - 12 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,201 reviews) Staff was excellent- Đức Anh, Đức and Hương. Giang-staff who served breakfast was exceptional, she worked hard and always with smiles. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=116878323&PinnedHotelID=116878323&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981712758) ![L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82990000/82988600/82988573/fa5a2ce7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi 35 - 37 Hang Trong, Hoàn Kiem Hanoi £76 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,263 reviews) Friendly staff. Clean and up to date bathroom fixtures. Great location Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=82988573&PinnedHotelID=82988573&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981712758) ![Hanoi Splendid Premium Hotel ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115430000/115421200/115421123/cdea080a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hanoi Splendid Premium Hotel 36 Lo Su , Ly Thai To, Hoan Kiem Ha Noi Hanoi £88 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and private pools. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market are ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (325 reviews) Super friendly staff and fantastic breakfast. They helped us book tickets to the puppet show too. Highly recommend this quaint hotel. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=115421123&PinnedHotelID=115421123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981712758) [See all 3,541 properties in Hanoi Backpacker Quarter](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248633981712758) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Hanoi Backpacker Quarter hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633981712758&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633981712758&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633981712758&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633981712758&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633981712758&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248633981712758&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Hanoi Backpacker Quarter ![Tube house Old Quarter Hanoi. As taxes were levied based upon street frontage,tube houses were born and developed.Narrow,but extending backwards and upwards with courtyards in between, as in this example situated on Ma May. #Culture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054458/3816e605-bab1-4cbb-8de0-00cb0d9c968d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hang Bac While visiting Hang Bac, you might make a stop by sights like Hoan Kiem Lake and The Old Quarter Gallery. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Hang-Bac.dx553248635974587372) ![Hanoi, Vietnam - 22nd June 2019: Aerial view of Hoan Kiem Lake with its surrounding buildings, in Hanoi Old Quarter, Vietnam; at a bright sunny morning.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976474998/fb82ffdd-1a83-4fba-b6b7-38e3ab34fd18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hang Dao While visiting Hang Dao, you might make a stop by sights like Hanoi Old Town Night Market and Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Hang-Dao.dx553248635976474998) ![Hanoi featuring street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664659/e9fbbdf7-51e2-4221-a228-e86dc6f04037.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Quarter Old Quarter is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Old-Quarter.dx3000664659) ![Hàng Bồ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054458/f1e00b5a-835f-41e0-93c4-f9f2616c891d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hàng Bồ While there might not be top attractions in Hàng Bồ, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Hang-Bo.dx553248635976382184) ![View from our Apricot Hotel Hanoi](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054458/3cab8f5f-8a0f-4a47-a31a-fcc84712b765.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hang Trong If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Hang-Trong.dx553248635974587449) ![Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664659/f8555384-be3d-4796-bf5b-246ecbdd0d19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hoan Kiem 4.5/5(549 area reviews) Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to Trang Tien Plaza – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping. 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