See all properties

Especen Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel near Hoan Kiem Lake, connected to a shopping center in Hanoi

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Especen Hotel

Family Room, Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Family Room, Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Reception
Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View | Room amenity

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

View in a map
28 Tho Xuong Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi, 10000
  • Place, St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hoan Kiem Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hanoi Old Town Night Market
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hanoi (HAN-Noi Bai Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, Balcony

Family Room, Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Room, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

Double Room, 1 Bedroom, City View | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

You may also like

Ad
1 bedroom, down comforters, memory foam beds, minibar

Matilda Boutique and Spa Hotel

Old Quarter
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 378 reviews
$30 nightly
The price is $32
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
Matilda Boutique and Spa Hotel

About the neighborhood

Hanoi

Old Quarter stay.A stay at this Old Quarter hotel places you steps from St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi and within a 10-minute walk of Hoan Kiem Lake. Hanoi Old Town Night Market and Hang Da Market are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hoan Kiem Lake - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hang Gai Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Train Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hanoi Old Town Night Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hanoi Railway Station - 16 min walk
  • Noi Bai Intl. Airport (HAN) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pasteur Street Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Still Color CF 32 Thọ Xương - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Phở Ấu Triệu (Phở Nước Đục-Anh Em Nhà Tư Lùn) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nem Nướng Nhà Thờ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ong Ong Bistro - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Especen Hotel

Hotel near Hoan Kiem Lake, connected to a shopping center in Hanoi
As a guest of Especen Hotel, you'll find multilingual staff, concierge services, and a front-desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Only motorcycle parking is available on site, but there's also free nearby parking. A complete renovation of Especen Hotel was completed in January 2024.

This Hanoi hotel is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1993
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Especen Hotel offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and slippers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Similar properties

Lobby
Hanoi Charming House
Old Quarter
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
3.9 out of 5, Good, 499 reviews
$13 nightly
The price is $14
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Total with taxes and fees
Hanoi Charming House

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite motorcycle parking only

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Guests are recommended to download the property's WhatsApp mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: VND 420000 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and PayPal. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 0101853646

We should mention

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Especen
Especen Hanoi
Especen Hotel
Especen Hotel Hanoi
Especen Hotel Hotel
Especen Hotel Hanoi
Especen Hotel Hotel Hanoi

Frequently asked questions

How close is Especen Hotel to the airport?

Especen Hotel is 16.2 mi (45-min drive) away from the Noi Bai Intl. Airport (HAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Especen Hotel?

As of Jun 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Especen Hotel on Jun 29, 2026 start from $19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Especen Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Especen Hotel offers a shuttle from the airport to the hotel 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of VND 420000 per vehicle.

Does Especen Hotel offer free breakfast?

Especen Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Especen Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Especen Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Especen Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Especen Hotel have a pool?

Especen Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Especen Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Especen Hotel to downtown Hanoi?

Especen Hotel is 0.7 mi away from Hanoi.

Especen Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 106 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myra

Everything is nice the staff, rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

RONALD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and spacious, and inexpensive. Location was good, a bit off the beaten path, so traffic noise was limited
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice clean room.and big bed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was pretty good, bathroom is low quality, often the front desk is unmanned and poor or no english
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great trip

Hotel is very well situated among the sites and a large amount of food options. Great for a short stay to pack lots in. The rooms were large, clean and with good aircon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
On a quiet street in a perfect location (although be prepared for bells at the cathedral)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Addison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing and fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value and great location. Rooms are clean. Staff is nice. Rooms are good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff is nice ! Rooms are big spacious and clean ! Well located in the middle of the old quarter
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value, clean room, helpful staff.

Great value, clean spacious room, helpful staff. Well located near St. Joseph’s Cathedral, which means loud bells early in the morning! Not an issue for us, but it wouldn’t suit someone with difficulty climbing stairs, as there was no lift.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Vu

Disliked: Amenities
Room is acceptable , should has closet or rack for guest hanging clothes ,WC is small & shower should has door or curtain to avoid wet on the toilet and facility , staff is un friendly
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Hotel in the Old Quarter Hanoi

Thanh and the hotel staff have been very warm and accommodating throughout my entire stay in Hanoi. The hotel is very convenient and accessible to most areas in the old and french quarters. St. Joseph cathedral is just one corner away from the hotel and it is also very close to Hoan Kiem lake. I would highly recommend this hotel. Best value for your money.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value and location!

Perfect location. Very fast wifi. Great AC. Its a little rustic but it feels like vietnam and not just another hotel. I would stay here again and would recommend it to true travelers. If your too picky then stay home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some staff did not speak English, but super helpful! Clean towels, water and toiletries each day! Comfortable beds Great location with balcony! 5 floor walk-up...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

KEITARO

Liked: Staff & service
nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yumi

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kindly staff :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room is great but the neighbourhood is quite noisy. There was nobody at the reception, we had to knock the door of the staff who lives there.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

iloveall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Eateries just steps from the hotel entrance. Room was spacious with fresh air as window is openable . Beds & pillows are comfy.. Aircon & Water heater works well. Staff is friendly & helpful. The only obvious downside for this old property is the need to climb a spiral bridge to reach our room on the 5th level. Recommended when visiting Hanoi again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
In my booking it says free breakfast. When I was checking out, the lady receptionist is charging me for the breakfast. I told her and showed her my booking. She said it was a mistake and to call hotels.com. I told her I am going to report her and will make a review. I gave her my credit card but since I told her I will report her she shoves away my card and so I left. She is scamming me.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay! Excellent area for walking to everything. Hotel is dated and needs refurbishing but still the rooms were clean. There was mold in the bathroom. Staff were helpful but didn’t speak English however they did their best by translating using their phone. It’s quite lively around the hotel and during the week early morning an announcement and music is played loud via speakers outside the hotel in Vietnamese. Overall it was a good place to stay and would recommend it as a means to sleep but not for relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

shervin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dirty, Mouldy and Noisy!

Reception not manned! Had to wait nearly 10 minutes for service. Bed sheets had not been changed; had body fluid stains, pillow had blood stain. Shower was broken. Mould on walls in room, bathroom and hallway. The very loud speaker from government announcements right on our balcony. Very noisy! Staff did not learn the word "sorry", just a blank look when we complained.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Suitable for the hard-of-hearing

Noise, noise, noise noise ..... No chance of sleep; no soundproofing; street noise outside, cockerels start crowing 4:00am followed by barking dogs at 4:30, motor bikes at 5:30, church bells at 6.00, 129 decibel loudspeaker at 7:30, etc etc. Luke-warm bathroom water, bathroom 90cms wide, paint peeling off internal walls, no lift - only a steep spiral staircase - and no fire escape. Pity, because it's just on the edge of the picturesque and iconic Old Quarter.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Emil guttorm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Værelserne var rene og pæne, faciliteterne var i orden, placeringen var perfekt og personalet var super imødekommende. Vi sov på to forskellige værelser, og i den ene opgang er der glasdøre til værelserne og bevægelsessensorer til lyset i hele opgangen. Desuden var væggene utrolig tynde. De nætter vi havde på det værelse sov vi næsten ikke. Dette hotel er super godt til prisen, men tag ørepropper og måske en sovemaske med;)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Yoshihiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
立地は最高です。ただし、タクシーが入って来られません。はじめはわかりづらいかもしれません。周辺に有名店があります。
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Takuya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
部屋は広くて綺麗でした。でもシャワートイレ洗面所が全てまとまっていました。あとお湯が出なかった。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024