Guest Friendly Hotels Hanoi

The best guest friendly hotels in Hanoi are located close to Hanoi nightlife: Old Quarter – Hoan Kiem Lake area. Government regulations forbid Vietnamese girls from staying overnight with foreigners, and most (high-end) hotels follow this rule strictly. Below are some exceptions.

Please note that I try to post mostly firsthand information, but I don’t travel to Hanoi often. I’ve stayed in all the top hotels below, but the other hotel information is from friends and blog visitors.

I added a lot of firsthand information about Ho Chi Minh, as there are many more options for having fun. The Hanoi area is one of the best in SE Asia for enjoying the city and local food, and probably the worst for finding girls for fun. My best advice is to skip the girls and take some day trips. However, you have two best options to have fun:

• Online dating sites

Unlike most other places, Tinder works best in Hanoi, but you can also use other apps like Line, WeChat, and Zalo. Many working girls offer their services there.

• Happy massages and spa

There are many places in Hanoi but don’t expect much. Most of the time, the BJ is HJ, and there aren’t many skilled girls. The price in most places is 400-700 VND and the tip is not included. If you are on a short visit and don’t have time to waste, just book a nice hotel, whether it’s guest friendly or not, and go to services like Neko Massage (choose the English version). It’s not cheap, but their rates are clearly stated and hassle-free.

When in Hanoi, I usually stay at Le Foyer Hotel Hanoi, a 3-star hotel in the heart of the Old Quarter and close to nightlife. Hanoi is still not a place for crazy parties, but a lot has changed. Many bars stay open until late in the Ta Hien Street area, and I saw a lot of freelancers there. Late at night, moto guys all over the Old Quarter offer girls. They also know guest friendly ST places. Hanoi is a safe city, so no worries.

Guest friendly hotels Hanoi 2026 update: There are still no hostess bars in Hanoi. However, at least a few excellent 4-star hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter are guest friendly. I booked a new hotel for my next trip early next year – Media Central Hotel. The management confirmed that they allow guests and don’t charge for visitors. New information is coming soon.

Top guest friendly hotels Hanoi

All the top guest friendly hotels in Hanoi are located in the heart of the Old Quarter, close to many bars (bar street), restaurants and sights.

Le Foyer Hotel Hanoi *** $39+

I stayed there three times. It is an excellent location in the Old Quarter, a few minutes’ walk from the bars. The recently renovated rooms are very good, and Wi-Fi is free.

Media Central Hotel & Spa **** $55+

Media Central is a great hotel in the heart of the Old Quarter. It’s only a few minutes from the bars, but the rooms are quiet. Some rooms don’t have views, but their suites are big and some have balconies. No pool, only a spa and excellent legit massage.

Guest friendly policy: “You can invite your friend to come over and visit you. We just need to borrow your passport to text a picture”

Champton Hanoi Hotel ***** $80+

This newly renovated hotel is in a great Old Quarter location. It’s the former 4-star The Light Hotel, now a 5-star hotel. It has good-sized rooms and big, comfortable beds. The breakfast is very good. The hotel’s highlight is its nice rooftop swimming pool. Bringing guests is no problem.

Guest friendly policy: “We need her ID (Official Document) upon checking in and during her stay at our hotel and you will be responsible for her in any unexpected situation.”

A25 Hotel – 61 Luong Ngoc Quyen *** $29+

Update 2026: The hotel is now rebranded as Signature by M Village and I don’t know if it still allows overnight guests.

A25 Hotel is a great budget option for a guest friendly hotel in Hanoi. It has an unbeatable location in the heart of the Old Quarter, with many bars nearby. Although it’s an old building, the hotel is clean and well managed. It also offers a great complimentary breakfast for cheap accommodation. You can bring girls without being asked any questions.

Aira Boutique Hanoi Hotel and Spa **** $86+

Update 2022: When I stayed there a few years ago, it was Essence Hanoi Hotel & Spa. Now it’s AIRA Boutique Hanoi Hotel & Spa and I don’t know if it’s still guest friendly.

I stayed there once. It is in an excellent location in the heart of the Old Quarter, with many bars and restaurants right outside your door. The rooms are clean and spacious, with comfortable beds and good air conditioning. The bathrooms are good, with showers with great water pressure and hot water. The hotel offers a complimentary laptop and free Wi-Fi. The staff is incredibly attentive.

Hanoi La Palm Premier Hotel & Spa *** $65+

Update 2024: Golden Sun Suites is now Hanoi La Palm Premier Hotel. It is in a great Old Quarter location, close to many bars, restaurants, and Hoan Kiem Lake. The rooms are large and modern, with very comfortable beds, huge bathrooms, and nice showers with good pressure and hot water. The breakfast is excellent, and the staff is friendly. The staff can arrange efficient airport transfers.

List of guest friendly hotels Hanoi

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All guest friendly hotels Hanoi on the list below have free wi-fi.