u/kenzakan

I'll be making a big Asia trip in 2027 and one of my stops will be in Hanoi. It'll be my first time visiting Vietnam.

Currently planned for 7~8 days.

I currently have narrowed it down to a few options, and would love any feedback. I'm definitely looking for a more luxurious / premium experience, so the budget ~$1000 USD would be the max, but not against saving money either, as it's a fairly large asia trip.

I personally don't care for free Breakfast, since I'll eat locally (or not at all), but I'll never say no to free food, I guess.

JW Marriott Hanoi

• Pro: Covered by Free Nights, Good reviews, probably will get upgraded, Free breakfast
• Cons: Far from City Center, probably not as easy to explore

Solaria Hotel Hanoi

• Pro: Great Location, Good reviews, Free breakfast, Good Size (30m),
• Cons: (?) $850 USD ($$$)

HOTEL du LAC Hanoi

• Pro: Great Location, Reddit seems to love this hotel from what I can see, Cheaper $$(650), Free Breakfast
• Cons: Smaller Room, Room doesn't have a nice window i don't think

Airbnb

• Pro: ($) Probably $300-500. More "Local" experience, Larger than. most of the rooms, Location
• Cons: Risky in terms of quality/expectations. Safety(?) for my things?

Based on above, what would you pick? Anything you'd recommend? Thanks!