Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

Just look at the people complaining in the reviews and where they’re from - England, East coast US. These people complain about everything. They just can’t be happy where they are. Like the Joan541 review. They gave her a room *too big* so she complained. Mornonic. But this place is outstanding. Meticulously cleaned constantly - despite the moronic mold comment that’s wrong. And the people complaining about the TV - why - go do something other than set in the room. Restaurants are expensive but food was great as well as service. Area is perfect.

I stayed in the Heritage wing twice in January. The first night I was upgraded to a suite which was beautiful but too big for me as a single traveler as I did not need two rooms. Unfortunately the room was very noisy and I was awakened all night long by noise from outside. The second time, two nights later I was again in the Heritage wing in a lovely room where everything was perfect but I traveled to the 3rd floor in the elevator which smelled strongly of mold and mildew. I am extremely allergic to mold and after two trips up I came down with a chest infection caused by mold. I walked up for the remainder of my stay but 3 days later I am home but still quite sick. From all other perspectives the hotel was wonderful.

Had high hopes having seen the number of good reviews but unfortunately it didn't hit the heights. The best thing was the staff. Can't fault them at all. The location is fairly good for walking to the tourist areas. However the room disappointed us. The TV was on a wall perpendicular to the bed and there was no seating for two people in the room. So if you want to watch TV prepare for a sore neck. The room was also rather small for the price and quite noisy due to being above the hotel entrance. There was no bathtub, just a shower. Breakfast I would class as an average buffet. Had trouble one morning trying to get a table for two, but waiting a bit sorted that. The outdoor pool was pleasant. I wouldn't return as the hotel was not good value for money.

This is a world class hotel, combining elegance, history, and service. The staff consistently deliver personalized service. The food is excellent. Some of the rooms, particularly in the Heritage Wing, are small, but the Metropole is over 100 years old and rooms were smaller then. The common spaces are immaculate and ooze history. The bomb shelter tour reminds guests of the horrors of the Vietnam War and the role the Metropole and its guests played in the same. The club lounge is fabulous, with high quality offerings throughout the day. What a wonderful hotel.

What a great and historical place. Absolute luxury and service. They hire a zillion people to serve and they are all smiling. The included breakfast alone was amazing. We toured the bunker as well. Right in the center of town.