Title: Điện Biên Travel Guide: Best of Điện Biên, Hanoi Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Điện Biên](https://expedia.co.uk/Dien-Bien-Hotels.d553248635976382110.Travel-Guide-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)[Điện Biên Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Dien-Bien.d553248635976382110.Car-Hire-Guide)[Điện Biên Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Dien-Bien.d553248635976382110.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Điện Biên Travel Guide ## Hanoi ![This place is very known by tourist so it will be very busy when the train comes. Best is to take the morning train. I took the picture more back to the mean road. Most people stay further on the street where the coffee shops are.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054458/741e9d91-4c6c-45ba-830b-8213d2d3a334.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Amazing place that trains traveling through this town so close to buildings.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054458/b48b60ff-62ed-4803-a572-751e0f12e7ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Such a photogenic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054458/13489279-0cb4-4a18-a91b-d86679919305.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lots of interesting things form the War. Approx 1hr to see all, walkable from the centre of Hanoi](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054458/8bfe9663-2182-4dca-bb06-2740761fe832.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful place to visit ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054458/059b0a3e-0a45-4fa5-ab34-30f850899d34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Điện Biên Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Hanoi travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi.dx1428) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum which includes a monument and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115776/68e6e501-d2a8-4ae0-ba72-dcd5aa58542f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum 4/5(95 reviews) This massive tomb houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, a former Vietnamese president. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ho-Chi-Minh-Mausoleum-Ba-Dinh.d6115776.Attraction) ![Hanoi Citadel showing a garden and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6268301/19d2820d-4366-47ed-9cc6-27b7e61f24d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Imperial Citadel of Thang Long 4/5(39 reviews) For over a thousand years, from Chinese and French colonialism to the war with America, this citadel has been key to the country's political and military history. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Imperial-Citadel-Of-Thang-Long-Ba-Dinh.d6268301.Attraction) ![Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Ba Dinh square in Hanoi, Vietnam](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115810/77c12e36-58db-49a0-8b8b-af70d9a01cd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ba Dinh Square 4/5(15 reviews) Learn about the local history of Hanoi when you spend time at Ba Dinh Square. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ba-Dinh-Square-Hanoi.d6115810.Attraction) ![Hanoi War Museum featuring military items](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115802/4b23a48f-794b-45cf-be9f-4e90e81114f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Vietnam Military History Museum 4/5(11 reviews) You can browse the exhibits at Vietnam Military History Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Hanoi. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Vietnam-Military-History-Museum-Hanoi.d6317755.Attraction) ![Hanoi War Museum which includes military items and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115802/dd3a94ce-36cf-457d-bf6b-3d53ef2cd41a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hanoi War Museum 4/5(29 reviews) An ancient flag tower, destroyed enemy bombers, photographs and weapons from wars with China, France and the U.S. offer a glimpse into Vietnam’s turbulent past. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-War-Museum-Ba-Dinh.d6115802.Attraction) ![Flag Tower of Hanoi featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115800/8bed4c8f-1ef5-4b63-88fe-9673c8aa6321.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Flag Tower of Hanoi 4/5(7 reviews) This early 19th-century tower is one of the region’s only remaining pre-war landmarks. It remains a symbol of Hanoi’s military history. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Flag-Tower-Of-Hanoi-Hanoi.d6115800.Attraction) ### Things to do ![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) ![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: 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 £8 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hanoi-transportation-tofrom-cat-ba.a44520237.activity-details) ![Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An, & Mua Cave Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48113424/6bfe60b4-eb7a-4508-90a4-6de10ed3fa18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An, & Mua Cave Tour £36 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hanoi-ninh-binh.a48113424.activity-details) ![Halong bay titop island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2081472/a801e85c-0eb2-4bc2-b567-fb2ef78bee99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ha Long Bay Cruise Day Tour with lunch, kayaking, surprise cave & titop island £22 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ha-long-bay-cruise-day-tour-with-lunch.a2081472.activity-details) ![Halong bay 1 day trip from Hanoi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2146701/078c29db-f151-4e36-bcae-ae83f97dea64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Halong Bay In Just One Day with Ti Top Island £36 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/halong-bay-in-just-one-day-with-ti-top-island.a2146701.activity-details) [See all activities in Hanoi](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hanoi.d1428.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Điện Biên ![Aira Boutique Hanoi Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691000/2690931/c9548acb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aira Boutique Hanoi Hotel & Spa 38A Tran Phu St., Ba Dinh Dist Hanoi £75 21 Apr - 22 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews) Excellent hotel Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F04%2F2026&endDate=22%2F04%2F2026&selected=2690931&PinnedHotelID=2690931&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976382110) ![L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82990000/82988600/82988573/23d4fa71_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi 35 - 37 Hang Trong, Hoàn Kiem Hanoi £99 15 Apr - 16 Apr 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. ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,263 reviews) Great location. Hotel was nice and clean. Staff was friendly and helpful! Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F04%2F2026&endDate=16%2F04%2F2026&selected=82988573&PinnedHotelID=82988573&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976382110) ![Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49300/49234/118c3dc2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi 15 Ngo Quyen Street, Hoan Kiem District Hanoi £300 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews) Great hotel Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=49234&PinnedHotelID=49234&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976382110) ![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 £103 26 Mar - 27 Mar 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 ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (474 reviews) Staff was wonderful and the property was in a great location. Gym could stand to be updated and additions made but overall we really enjoyed our time Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026&selected=115421123&PinnedHotelID=115421123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976382110) ![Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116190000/116189200/116189149/5fee3222_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel 52 Ngo Huyen, Hang Trong, Hanoi Hanoi £55 13 Apr - 14 Apr 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 ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,780 reviews) When we arrived, we were informed that breakfast was a 2-3 minute walk and that the bar was closed for renovations. The junior suite room we booked, was tired and taken up mainly by the huge bed which was very comfortable. The room was cleaned daily. The location in the old quarter couldn’t have ... Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=116189149&PinnedHotelID=116189149&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976382110) ![HOTEL du LAC SIGNATURE](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119720000/119711900/119711878/34a7d9f4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### HOTEL du LAC SIGNATURE 21-23-25 Cua Dong Street, Hoan Kiem Ward Hanoi Hanoi £138 26 Mar - 27 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury 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 ... 10/10 Exceptional! (197 reviews) Rooms are clean, right at the centre of city. The staffs are very friendly and services are excellent, the breakfast buffet is excellent, good foods and the dinning area is neat and clean. Gym is poor not enough equipments. Overall is 9/10. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026&selected=119711878&PinnedHotelID=119711878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976382110) [See all 3,546 properties in Điện Biên](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976382110) 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 Điện Biên hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976382110&startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25)[24 Mar - 25 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976382110&startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976382110&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26)[25 Mar - 26 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976382110&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976382110&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976382110&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976382110&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976382110&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Điện Biên ![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) ![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 Hoan Kiem Lake Weekend Walking Street. [](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) ![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(553 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Hoan-Kiem.dx6054471) ![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=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hanoi Backpacker Quarter Hanoi Backpacker Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ta Hien Street and Ancient House while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Hanoi-Backpacker-Quarter.dx553248633981712758) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Điện Biên Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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