Hanoi Hotel Choice: Hilton Garden or JW Marriott?
Apr 29, 2016, 8:26 pm
#16
Join Date: Apr 2010
Programs: AA EXP 6MM, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 265
Both of those hotels are in the wrong locations - you want the Old Quarter of Hanoi, believe me. If you need luxurious accommodations, my suggestion is either the Apricot Hotel, La Siesta Hotel or the Sofitel Metropole Hotel. Personally, I stay in 3* little hotels that have far superior services than the big expensive places. I just came back from my 8th trip to Hanoi, and will be back for #9 at Xmas.
OP - Another consideration for staying in the Old Quarter is due to some streets being quite narrow street, it is not unusual for taxi to drop you a couple blocks away.
Feb 14, 2020, 9:07 am
#17
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Taiwan
Programs: IHG Diamond, Marriott Platinum, Hilton Gold, oneworld Emerald
Posts: 1,164
JW Hanoi is a fantastic hotel, one of the best within Marriott. Location has nothing around, but you won't really wish to go out.
But it's much more expensive on points: 20–30k Marriott points vs 10k Hilton points for HGI.
But it's much more expensive on points: 20–30k Marriott points vs 10k Hilton points for HGI.
Feb 19, 2020, 11:47 pm
#18
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Dalat, Vietnam
Programs: Vietnam, Asiana, Singapore, EVA, Southwest
Posts: 934
Are you coming here to see Hilton hotels or Hanoi? We have awesome smaller chains in this town such as the La Siestas and others. Recently I ate breakfast with other US friends at the La Siesta Hang Be in the heart of the Old Quarter (WOW, that breakfast room blew me away with it's 360 degree views and service). This is Asia, do you really just stay in hotels that give you more points?
https://lasiestahotels.vn/hangbe/
https://lasiestahotels.vn/hangbe/