Whether you're after old-world elegance, world-class wellness, or exceptional value, these are the standout stays in Vietnam’s millennia-old capital.

Fairmont Hanoi

In Hanoi , 2,000 years of history continue to shape a city changing at remarkable speed. French colonial villas stand beside centuries-old temples, narrow Old Quarter alleyways give way to wide boulevards, and street-food stalls and family-run cafés share the streets with big-name retailers and cool-kid art galleries.

For many visitors, Vietnam ’s capital is often defined by its ancient past. But the best hotels in Hanoi tell a more complete story. They range from iconic Indochine-era landmarks to bold contemporary expressions of Vietnamese maximalism to intimate boutiques set in the midst of the city's everyday rhythms.…