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THE HANOI CHRONICLE — With National Day celebrations just around the corner, there have been concerns about accommodation shortages in Hanoi, especially with reports of fully booked hotels in the city. However, the Hanoi Department of Tourism has assured travelers that there is no need to worry. The city is well-equipped to handle the influx of visitors and has a diverse range of lodging options. According to Dang Huong Giang, Director of the Hanoi Department of Tourism, while there might be occasional shortages of rooms in central areas near the parade venue, Hanoi boasts an extensive accommodation system. The department anticipates a large number of people flocking to the city for the 80th-anniversary celebrations of Independence Day, which falls on September 2, 1945-2025. To address the demand, Hanoi offers 3,761 accommodation facilities with over 71,200 rooms. Of these, 85 hotels and apartment buildings are rated 1 to 5 stars, providing nearly 12,000 rooms. Additionally, there a...

Hanoi is pulling out all the stops to entice visitors to extend their stay in the city during the summer months. According to the Hanoi Department of Tourism, this includes enhancing accommodation options with the addition of four- and five-star hotels.     The prestigious Capella Hanoi Hotel, which recently clinched the “#1 City Hotel” title at the Travel + Leisure Asia Pacific Awards 2023, is a testament to the city’s efforts to elevate its hospitality game. Nguyen Hong Minh, Deputy Director of the Hanoi Department of Tourism, shared insightful statistics about the city’s lodging landscape. Currently, Hanoi boasts 3,760 accommodation establishments, offering over 71,200 rooms to weary travelers. Notably, only 16% of these are ranked hotels and apartments, indicating significant room for growth in the industry. “Hanoi has untapped potential when it comes to luring long-term tourists and boosting tourism revenue,” Minh asserted. However, he also pointed...